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His Majesty's Coroner

for Devon, Plymouth and Torbay

Calendar of hearings

Fast track inquests


There are many straightforward and uncontentious cases referred to the Coroner, with no requirement for witnesses to attend. Evidence will be read where witness statements are sufficiently detailed and not disputed.

Fast track inquests will be heard at the Devon Coroner’s Office.

Any inquests listed will be held at the earliest opportunity.

NameAgeDate of deathPlace of death
Brian William CRANE924th April 2026Derriford Hospital, Plymouth
Michael JOHNSON7931st January 2026Plymouth, Devon
David John GARTRELL8616th March 2026Plymouth, Devon
Donald TREVALLION9428th October 2025Torbay Hospital