Shepton Crafters Yarn-Bomb Market Cross to Support Mental Health Awareness Thursday, July 10, 2025 shepton yarnbombing sweda mentalhealth crochet eatingdisorders fundraising community crafts awareness In Shepton Mallet, a group of passionate crafters has transformed the town’s historic Market Cross by wrapping it in a spectacular hand-made scarf. This colourful display is part of a heartfelt campaign to raise awareness and … Read More
Mega Somerset Solar Farm Set to Power 18,000 Homes Moves Closer to Approval Thursday, July 10, 2025 somerset solar renewable energy community biodiversity sustainability planning agriculture education The development of a substantial solar farm in Somerset, capable of powering 18,000 homes, has taken a significant step forward with the submission of a planning application. Belltown Power has formally applied to North … Read More
RSPCA Somerset Prepares for Busiest Day Amid Summer Animal Welfare Surge Thursday, July 10, 2025 rspca somerset animalwelfare summercruelty rescue beagle adoption animalcare abandonment charity The RSPCA in Somerset is gearing up for its busiest period yet, as new data reveals that July 10 marks the charity’s peak summer day for animal welfare activity. On this day alone, officers respond to over 1,000 incidents, … Read More
Wells Faces Major Accessibility Challenges for Residents with Mobility Issues Thursday, July 10, 2025 wells accessibility disability survey pavements disabledtoilets inclusion transport mobility campaign A recent citizen survey conducted by the action group Accessible Wells shines a spotlight on significant accessibility concerns faced by residents with mobility and disability challenges in the city of Wells. Carried out … Read More
Gowns, Glamour, and Tractors: Queen’s College Prom Celebrates in Style Wednesday, July 9, 2025 prom gowns queen’scollege vintage trucks glamour students celebration exams tradition Queen’s College played host to a prom night unlike any other, blending classic elegance with rural charm. Students arrived in stunning gowns and sharp suits, stepping out of vintage cars that lined the historic school … Read More
'Significant impact' health warning as 32C heatwave to hit this weekend Wednesday, July 9, 2025 heatwave ukhsa metoffice temperature healthwarning southwest somerset weather summer alert The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a yellow heat health alert for the South West in anticipation of soaring temperatures expected to exceed 30°C this weekend. The Met Office forecasts that parts of Somerset … Read More