Shepton Mallet Expands Housing with New Development Site Approved Saturday, August 23, 2025 sheptonmallet housing development neighbourhoodplan planning council community infrastructure growth greenspaces Shepton Mallet is set to see increased housing development as new land near the Mid Somerset Showground has been designated to address the town’s future housing demands. This decision follows the formal adoption of the … Read More
Shepton Mallet Approves Expansion Plans to Meet Future Housing Needs Saturday, August 23, 2025 housing development sheptonmallet neighbourhoodplan infrastructure community planning greenspaces transport somerset Shepton Mallet is set to expand with additional homes planned near the Mid Somerset Showground, following the formal adoption of the Shepton Mallet Neighbourhood Plan into Somerset Council’s planning policy. The plan … Read More
Britain's Best High Street Thrives in Marlborough, Where Locals Cherish Every Shop Saturday, August 23, 2025 marlborough wiltshire highstreet independentshops community culture markettown vitality retail tourism Nestled in the picturesque countryside of north-east Wiltshire, the market town of Marlborough is earning widespread acclaim for its thriving high street—a place where locals express deep gratitude for the community spirit … Read More
Art and Putt: Crazy Golf Meets Iconic Modern Art at Clarks Village Saturday, August 23, 2025 art crazygolf clarksvillage warhol basquiat dali kahlo summer event somerset sport This August, Clarks Village in Street is transforming mini golf into an artistic adventure with its new “Art and Putt” crazy golf course. Celebrating some of the most influential artists of the 20th and 21st … Read More
New plans to enhance walking and cycling routes in Exmoor National Park Saturday, August 23, 2025 exmoor walking cycling nationalpark activetravel infrastructure sustainability publictransport tourism health sport Exmoor National Park, spanning the Devon-Somerset border, is set to become more accessible for walkers and cyclists through a comprehensive new active travel plan. Despite a vast network of public rights of way, bridleways, … Read More
Epic Annual Mendip Ploughing Match Draws Competitors from Afar Saturday, August 23, 2025 ploughing farming competition mendip agriculture vintage hedgelaying stonewalling community heritage Competitors from near and far will converge on Franklyns Farm, Chewton Mendip, for the much-anticipated Mendip Ploughing Match, taking place on Wednesday, 24th September. Hosted generously by Messrs L, S & O Clothier, … Read More