Bridgwater’s renowned art deco building, celebrated for its striking architectural design, has become increasingly vulnerable to vandalism and neglect. Once admired as a local landmark, it is now occupied by squatters who …
An incident occurring around 3am in Bridgwater has resulted in damage to multiple vehicles. Authorities are currently investigating the matter and have released an image of a man they wish to speak with in connection to the …
Bridgwater Town Council has announced it will carry out a full review after concerns were raised about the sale and welfare of animals at this year’s Bridgwater Fair. The announcement follows social media reports showing …
A repeat sex offender who specifically targeted lone women in Bridgwater has been sentenced to nine years in prison after sexually assaulting a vulnerable woman. Darren Bradley, 61, of no fixed abode in Bridgwater, pleaded …
Plans to construct 750 new homes in Bridgwater, located between Bower Lane and the M5 motorway, are currently on hold as the government evaluates whether to call in the application for a public inquiry. Somerset Council’s …
The leader of the opposition Labour group on Somerset Council has expressed strong concerns over revised plans to construct 220 new homes on the outskirts of Bridgwater. In July 2025, Bloor Homes South West initially proposed …
The leader of the Labour opposition group on Somerset Council has expressed strong criticism of the revised plans to build 220 new homes on the outskirts of Bridgwater. Bloor Homes South West initially indicated in July 2025 …
Plans for up to 750 new homes, along with a primary school and a community hub, are set to proceed near the M5 in Bridgwater despite significant local opposition and concerns over the adequacy of the proposals. Edward Ware …
Plans to build up to 750 new homes, along with a primary school and community hub, near the M5 motorway in Bridgwater have been approved by councillors, despite strong local concerns and criticism that the proposals are …
Somerset Council has declined planning permission for a new travellers' site near the location earmarked for a large data centre, citing concerns over flooding and insufficient evidence of demand. The application, submitted …
Plans to establish a new travellers’ site close to the proposed location for a data centre near Bridgwater have been refused by Somerset Council, primarily due to flooding risks. In May 2024, Tommy Dolan submitted an …
Residents in Bridgwater, Somerset, have been forced to endure lengthy queues outside the local Royal Mail delivery office after experiencing weeks without mail deliveries. The ongoing staffing shortage at Royal Mail has led …
A petition opposing plans to build a large data centre in Bridgwater has garnered over 15,000 signatures, urging Somerset Council to reconsider the project. The proposed facility, expected to cover an area equivalent to 180 …
Motorists travelling along the M5 motorway are experiencing considerable delays due to a series of incidents occurring between Taunton, Bridgwater, and Wellington. These events have resulted in substantial traffic congestion, …
Motorists travelling on the M5 motorway between Taunton, Bridgwater, and Wellington are currently experiencing significant delays due to a series of incidents that have occurred along this stretch of road. The events have …