Man Subjected to Racial Abuse While Walking to Work in Bridgwater Tuesday, October 28, 2025 bridgwater assault hatecrime racism police investigation witness eastover arrest recovery Avon and Somerset Police have launched an investigation into a racially aggravated assault that occurred in Bridgwater on the evening of Friday, September 12th. At approximately 8:35 p.m., a man in his early 20s was attacked … Read More
Shock as Popular Somerset Nightclub Closes Abruptly Due to Staffing Shortages Tuesday, October 28, 2025 bliss bridgwater nightclub closure staffing somerset nightlife hospitality sale entertainment Bliss Bridgwater, a well-known nightclub located on High Street, Bridgwater, has unexpectedly announced its immediate closure. Since opening its doors in February 2024, the 850-capacity venue quickly became a cornerstone of … Read More
Bridgwater's One-Way System Faces Review Amid Local Concerns Tuesday, October 28, 2025 bridgwater somerset oneway celebrationmile traffic council regeneration transport infrastructure community Somerset Council has committed to reviewing the recently implemented one-way system in Bridgwater town centre, a key component of the town’s £9 million Celebration Mile initiative funded through the government-backed … Read More
Bridgwater Carnival: A Timeless Celebration of Tradition and Community Spirit Tuesday, October 28, 2025 bridgwater carnival tradition gunpowder fireworks squibs parade history somerset celebration Bridgwater Carnival stands as a historic and cherished event in Somerset, attracting over 100,000 people each year. This grand celebration, set for Saturday, 1 November, is one of the South West’s most magnificent spectacles, … Read More
Bridgwater Power Outage Leaves Hundreds Without Electricity Monday, October 27, 2025 bridgwater power outage electricity blackout restoration utilities disruption homes businesses A widespread power outage in Bridgwater left more than 900 properties without electricity, causing significant disruption throughout the area. The blackout affected residential homes, local businesses, and essential services, … Read More
Bridgwater Carnival Mask Trail Sparks Creativity in Youngsters Monday, October 27, 2025 bridgwater carnival masktrail creativity children schools festivities community art outreach The Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival is in full swing this week, and the town’s youngest residents are unleashing their creativity ahead of the annual parade. Supported by funding from Arts Council England, the carnival … Read More