Bridgwater School Makes Significant Progress Following Ofsted Improvement Notice Monday, October 27, 2025 ofsted improvement education leadership curriculum behaviour send attendance bridgwater primary Willowdown Primary School in Bridgwater, Somerset, is showing remarkable improvements after previously receiving an Ofsted rating of “requires improvement” in 2023. At the time, the school, which educates 313 … Read More
Cyclists Urge Somerset Council to Preserve Bridgwater’s Controversial Celebration Mile Monday, October 27, 2025 cycling bridgwater celebrationmile somerset infrastructure cyclists pedestrians traffic urbanplanning regeneration Cycling advocates in Bridgwater are urging Somerset Council to resist making any immediate alterations to the newly installed Celebration Mile road layout, suggesting that the scheme be given five to ten years to demonstrate … Read More
Discover Jolly Jumpers: The Ultimate Soft Play Just Minutes from the M5 Sunday, October 26, 2025 softplay familyfriendly m5 bridgwater kidsactivities travel parents cafe birthdayparties inflatables Traveling with young children often means frequent pit stops, which can sometimes feel tedious and challenging. Thankfully, I’ve discovered the ideal spot to break up long journeys: Jolly Jumpers, a vibrant soft play centre … Read More
Somerset Carnivals: Everything You Need to Know for Your First Visit Sunday, October 26, 2025 somerset carnival culture illumination procession tradition bridgwater community events history The Somerset Carnivals are among the largest illuminated processions in Europe, drawing over 100,000 spectators each year for an unforgettable celebration of light, culture, and community in the West Country. Despite their … Read More
Somerset Carnivals: A Beginner’s Essential Guide Sunday, October 26, 2025 somerset carnivals illuminations procession bridgwater tradition guyfawkes carts autumn culture The Somerset Carnivals are among the largest and most vibrant illuminated procession events in Europe, drawing over 100,000 spectators annually. Rooted in centuries-old traditions, these autumnal celebrations illuminate towns … Read More
Why Somerset Carnival Vehicles Are Called 'Carts' Not 'Floats' Saturday, October 25, 2025 carnival somerset bridgwater tradition history carts floats procession community events The carnival season is in full swing across Somerset, with dazzling events featuring dozens of illuminated carts, some stretching up to 30 meters long. These vibrant vehicles are ablaze with lights and filled with dancers and … Read More