Explore every episode of the podcast Brixham Today

Gig Rowing is not only a popular sport in the South West but it's great for physical fitness, mental health and members enjoy a great social life. In this edition we go behind the scenes of the Brixham Gig Rowing Club which is keen to recruit new members as crews train for the Wold Championships in the Scillies. Whether an elite crew member or simply social rowers enjoying a row around the bay this friendly club welcomes all.

The Shipping Forecast is 100 years old but few people know it has strong connections with Brixham. In this edition we hear from Radio 4 Announcer Carolyn Brown, the voice of the ‘Shipping’ for many years, with the secrets behind this iconic programme and its links to Brixham. She tells of the ghost which haunts the announcers – the day when the Shipping Forecast arrived very late when page one was being read as page two was still being printed and why a comedy version of the forecast is a tourist hot-spot in Brixham.

In this edition we discover some of Brixham’s secrets. The construction site halted by seagulls, the coastal cove where you can find fresh water, the bizarre contraption that automatically rings church bells and we meet some of the town’s characters, people who have helped shape Brixham into the important town it is today.

Brixham has a vibrant music scene and among the most popular performers is folk singer-songwriter Maggie Duffy. Born and bred in Brixham she uses the town and its characters as the basis for much of her music.

From trawlers and trawlermen to the old Coffin House, Brixham provides inspiration for her music. In this podcast Maggie tells of her love of the town, its characters and how both inspire her work.

A taster what's to come in Brixham Today.

From the Fishermen's Mission to folk music, from the art of creating stunning theatre to the art which brightens Brixham town centre with murals.

A glimpse what's coming on Brixham Today.

A look behind the scenes of the Fishermen's Mission with Devon Port Officer, Helen Lovell-Smith.

When disaster strikes at sea, when storms keep the fishing fleet in harbour or boats are stuck in port for repairs, it's the mission that comes to the rescue. Hear about the work of the mission and the vital role it plays in keeping Brixham's fishermen and women afloat - literally, mentally and financially.

In this edition of the Brixham Today podcast Helen Lovell-Smith talks about the work of the ‘Fish Mish’ to Trevor Taylor with help from the Brixham Town Band.

The episode focuses on the South Devon Players production of Macbeth. It was an ambitious production and won widespread acclaim throughout South Devon. This Brixham-based theatre company supports a wide range of people, some with special needs. The director is Laura Jury, founder and ;tour-de-force' behind the South Devon Players.