New Wetlands Proposed to Support Major Somerset Housing Development Friday, January 30, 2026 wetlands somerset housing riverparrett crewkerne development phosphates biodiversity conservation infrastructure Taylor Wimpey Exeter plans to create new wetlands adjacent to the River Parrett to enable the continuation of one of Somerset’s largest housing developments. The Wool Gardens project, currently in its first phase, is being … Read More
Replacement Yeovil Junior School Set to Open Summer 2027 Monday, January 26, 2026 yeovil school education sustainability construction carbonnetzero milford biodiversity planning community Plans for a new Milford Junior School in northern Yeovil have been approved, with construction slated for completion by summer 2027. The replacement school will serve 420 pupils and is designed to provide a modern, … Read More
Revised Plans Unveiled for 49 New Homes Near Castle Cary Railway Station Saturday, January 24, 2026 castlecary housing development somerset backhouse railwaystation planning sustainability biodiversity infrastructure A new proposal to build 49 homes near Castle Cary railway station has been submitted by Backhouse Housing, marking a revision from initial plans for 60 homes. This development, situated on Burfitt Road opposite a planned … Read More
Revised Plans for 49 Homes Near Castle Cary Railway Station in Somerset Saturday, January 24, 2026 housing development castlecary somerset backhouse railway planning environment biodiversity affordablehousing Nearly 50 new homes are set to be constructed near one of Somerset’s busiest railway stations, pending approval of revised planning proposals. Castle Cary, a town that has experienced notable residential growth over the past … Read More
New Nature Reserve Established Along Somerset's Strawberry Line Cycling Route Sunday, January 11, 2026 strawberryline somerest cycling naturereserve biodiversity conservation wildlife community accessibility volunteering A new nature reserve, Hollybrook, is being developed as part of the Strawberry Line—a key walking and cycling route stretching across rural Somerset. This exciting addition aims to enhance local biodiversity while providing a … Read More
New Nature Reserve Boosts Biodiversity Along Somerset’s Key Rural Cycling Route Sunday, January 11, 2026 nature biodiversity cycling somerset strawberryline conservation volunteers pathways reserve accessibility A new nature reserve, Hollybrook, is being established along the popular Strawberry Line multi-user path in rural Somerset, enhancing both biodiversity and visitor experience. Stretching from Yatton railway station to … Read More