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Bewley Homes has received planning permission to develop 88 new houses on the edge of Holt, situated between Bradford-on-Avon and Melksham. The approval followed thoughtful revisions to the original plans, which faced … Read More

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Beneath the picturesque landscapes of Somerset’s rolling hills lies a growing housing crisis that is forcing many young families and low-income residents to leave the county’s countryside. Despite the idyllic appearance, … Read More

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A devastating fire tore through a 19th-century hotel in Langford Budville, Somerset, causing part of the building to collapse during the early hours of Sunday, July 13. The fire broke out late Saturday night at Bindon Country … Read More

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Adam Parsons, a 21-year-old resident of Wellington, has been charged following a series of burglaries in the area. The charges relate to break-ins at a shed and a garage that occurred on June 28. In addition to burglary, … Read More

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Adam Henson has been a familiar and trusted face on British television since he joined Countryfile in 2001. As one of the programme’s longstanding presenters, alongside names like Helen Skelton and Tom Heap, Adam has become … Read More

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The Roman Baths are set to come alive this summer with the inaugural Summer Lates music series, running from Monday, July 21 through Sunday, August 31. For the first time, visitors will have the unique opportunity to explore … Read More