Somerset Town Brings Art to Life with Life-Size Replicas of Famous Paintings Thursday, October 9, 2025 bridgwater somerset art replicas paintings rembrandt vangogh turner constable culture Bridgwater, a charming town in Somerset, has transformed its public spaces into an open-air gallery by displaying life-size replicas of some of the world’s most celebrated paintings. Residents and visitors alike can now … Read More
Historic Taunton Pub The Winchester to Reopen with a Nod to Its Past Thursday, October 9, 2025 taunton winchester pub reopening historic ambertaverns castlegreen mackenzies hospitality heritage An iconic Taunton pub is set to reopen, proudly reclaiming its original name and heritage. Located on Castle Green, the venue will once again be known as The Winchester, a name steeped in local history. Originally called The … Read More
Popular Channel 5 Series 'Inside Longleat' Returns for a New Season Thursday, October 9, 2025 longleat channel5 documentary wiltshire estates safari conservation television series heritage Channel 5’s beloved series “Inside Longleat” is returning for an eagerly awaited second season, promising viewers an intimate look at one of Britain’s most historic and expansive estates. Following the success of … Read More
Major Enhancements Planned for Stourhead to Protect and Improve Visitor Experience Thursday, October 9, 2025 stourhead nationaltrust conservation tourism gardens heritage restoration pathways erosion climate Stourhead, one of England’s most cherished tourist destinations, is set to undergo significant improvements to its footpaths and visitor facilities. Located near Warminster, the Grade I listed Stourhead House and its iconic … Read More
Revised Plans Unveiled for 230 Homes Near Former Somerset Music Festival Site Thursday, October 9, 2025 housing development watchet somerset musicfestival parsonagefarm affordablehousing planning sustainability community Updated proposals have been submitted for the construction of 230 new homes near the site of the former Watchet Music Festival in Somerset. For 25 years, the Watchet Music Festival was a much-loved annual event held near … Read More
Somerset Council Spends Over £33 Million on Consultants and Agency Staff Amid Financial Emergency Thursday, October 9, 2025 somerset council consultants agency spending financialemergency restructuring socialwork publicsector budget Somerset Council has incurred expenses exceeding £33 million on consultants and agency staff over the past two and a half years, highlighting the financial strain it currently faces. Since declaring a financial emergency in … Read More