Thursday, April 23, 2026 somerset bakery thenewt artisan pastries gourmet bruton bread luxury millennials

Somerset’s beloved destination, The Newt, has earned a prestigious spot on The Times’ list of the UK’s ‘poshest’ bakeries. Primarily celebrated for its enchanting hotel and stunning gardens, The Newt has impressed discerning … Read More

Thursday, April 23, 2026 bridgwater commercial development jobs somerset construction housing planning transport economy

Bridgwater is set to welcome new job opportunities with the approval of additional commercial units on the outskirts of the town. The Bridgwater Gateway development, situated north of the A38 Taunton Road near junction 24 of … Read More

Thursday, April 23, 2026 taunton staplegrove housing development urbanextension somerset stonewater community planning construction

Taunton residents have a chance to share their opinions on the revised plans for a major housing development during a public drop-in event scheduled for the end of April. The Staplegrove urban extension, situated between the … Read More

Thursday, April 23, 2026 mikejackson somerset artist watercolour acrylic tribute quirkyart ls-lowry family legacy

The art community and locals across Somerset are mourning the loss of Mike Jackson, a cherished artist celebrated for his vibrant and distinctive watercolour paintings. Mike passed away on 14 April 2026 at the age of 63 after … Read More

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 arson explosion wiltshire emergency firefighting police prosecution mansafety emergencyresponse propertydamage

A 73-year-old man was sentenced to over three years in prison after deliberately igniting a fire that caused a destructive explosion in his rented home in Mere, Wiltshire. Martin Clayton poured petrol around the living room … Read More

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 tropicana weston-super-mare livenation arena council entertainment venue planning borrowing renegotiation

Plans to redevelop Weston-super-Mare’s iconic Tropicana into a 10,000-capacity entertainment venue remain uncertain after North Somerset Council postponed their decision on the project. Originally scheduled for a vote on … Read More