Somerset Roads Rated Among Best in England Despite Local Complaints of Potholes Saturday, January 17, 2026 somerset roads potholes maintenance funding transport council prevention amenities infrastructure New government data reveals Somerset’s road network ranks among the best maintained in England, earning a ‘green’ score for road condition and maintenance. However, many local residents remain unconvinced, reporting … Read More
Somerset's Best Places to Live Revealed, Featuring a New Top Town Saturday, September 20, 2025 somerset lifestyle towns communities realestate residents amenities countryside ranking local Muddy Stilettos, the renowned luxury lifestyle website, has released its highly anticipated list of the best places to live in Somerset. This year’s rankings highlight a new town that has claimed the top spot, reflecting the … Read More
400 More Homes Proposed for Backwell Amidst Rapid Village Expansion Friday, September 12, 2025 backwell northsomerset housing development planning amenities community affordablehousing ecology infrastructure Backwell, a North Somerset village known for its scenic charm, is facing a significant increase in housing development. Rubix Land has announced plans to submit an outline planning application for up to 400 new homes on land … Read More
Glastonbury Resident Condemns Neglect Around Red Brick Building Monday, August 4, 2025 glastonbury redbrick regeneration somerset community council amenities audit development derelict A Glastonbury resident has voiced strong criticism over the neglected condition of the land surrounding the town’s iconic Red Brick Building, demanding urgent intervention from local councillors to address the persistent … Read More
Iconic Weston Grand Pier Welcomes Dogs Permanently Wednesday, July 30, 2025 weston grandpier dogs pets trial amenities weston-super-mare bristolchannel canine attraction Weston-super-Mare’s iconic Grand Pier has declared that dogs are now welcome on the pier permanently, after a highly successful trial period. This exciting decision allows dogs and their owners to explore the scenic … Read More
Former Garage Site Transformed into New Village Co-op Friday, July 25, 2025 co-op coleford community retail convenience rural business local shop amenities The former Crossway Garage site in Coleford, near Radstock, is set to become a new Co-op convenience store, owned and operated by longtime locals Chris and Barbara Osborne. The couple, who have run businesses in the area for … Read More