Planning Approved for 323 New Homes in Bridgwater, Somerset Thursday, November 13, 2025 bridgwater housing development somerset persimmon planning affordable community infrastructure sustainability Persimmon Homes Severn Valley has secured planning approval to build 323 new homes in Bridgwater, Somerset. The Somerset Council’s North Area Planning Committee has granted permission for a hybrid application covering both … Read More
Fire Destroys 39 Vehicles Including Chip Van, Leaving Owner Out of Work Wednesday, November 12, 2025 fire bridgwater dealership skoda van damage inferno insurance emergency firefighters A devastating fire swept through a car dealership in Bridgwater last night, destroying 39 vehicles and leaving a local chip van operator out of work. The blaze occurred at the Yeomans Skoda dealership, where 38 Skoda cars … Read More
Photos Reveal Devastating Aftermath of Bridgwater Inferno That Reduced 39 Vehicles to Ashes Wednesday, November 12, 2025 bridgwater fire inferno vehicles destruction emergency investigation damage community aftermath Stunning photos have emerged showing the devastating aftermath of a massive fire in Bridgwater that destroyed 39 vehicles. The inferno left the cars completely burnt “to a crisp,” highlighting the intensity of the … Read More
Regeneration of Bridgwater’s Historic Docks Faces Complex Challenges, Compared to ‘Removing Asbestos’ Monday, November 10, 2025 bridgwater docks regeneration silt newtonlock marina cycling infrastructure planning liability The ambitious regeneration project for Bridgwater’s historic Northgate Docks has been likened to the challenge of “removing asbestos,” highlighting the unforeseen complexities involved. As formal plans … Read More
Regeneration of Bridgwater’s Historic Docks Compared to ‘Removing Asbestos’ Monday, November 10, 2025 bridgwater docks regeneration infrastructure silt marina planning swingbridge cycling somerset The ambitious regeneration of Bridgwater’s historic Northgate Docks has been likened to “removing asbestos” due to unforeseen challenges beneath the surface. With £5.2 million allocated from the government-funded … Read More
Scrapping of Cross Rifles Roundabout Upgrade Frustrates Bridgwater Residents Sunday, November 9, 2025 bridgwater crossrifles roundabout traffic congestion somersetcouncil infrastructure transport development levellingup The decision to scrap the planned upgrade of the Cross Rifles roundabout has left Bridgwater residents and local officials frustrated by worsening traffic congestion. The roundabout, a crucial junction connecting the A38 … Read More