Somerset Paedophile Sentenced for Sexual Abuse of Child Thursday, October 16, 2025 paedophile abuse sentencing somerset bridgwater sexualabuse victim justice police trauma Roderick Lukins, 76, of Bell Close, Bridgwater, has been sentenced at Taunton Crown Court for sexually abusing a child. Lukins was convicted of two counts of causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity, along … Read More
Ramblers Carnival Club Triumphs with Moving Miners' Tribute at Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival Concert Monday, October 13, 2025 carnival bridgwater ramblers miners performance whitehartcup theatre music competition southwest This year’s Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival Concerts culminated in a heartfelt tribute to the British miners' struggle for fair wages, which captured the top award amidst a dazzling lineup of regional performances during a … Read More
Bridgwater Teen Secures Permanent Role at Avalon Nursing Home After Outstanding Placement Monday, October 13, 2025 bridgwater nursing healthcare dementia caregiving placement volunteering student socialcare avalon Seventeen-year-old Olive Trowsdale has transformed her college placement at Avalon Nursing Home in Bridgwater into a permanent role, impressing both staff and residents with her commitment and compassion. A student of Health … Read More
Bridgwater MP Raises Concerns Over Proposed Hospital Bed Cuts Monday, October 13, 2025 bridgwater nhs hospital beds healthcare somerset trust consultation population reablement Bridgwater’s Member of Parliament, Sir Ashley Fox, has voiced serious concerns about the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust’s proposal to reduce hospital beds at Bridgwater Community Hospital. Highlighting the town’s rapid … Read More
Nearly 300 More Homes Proposed for Bridgwater’s Western Edge Monday, October 13, 2025 bridgwater housing development centenaryheights cavannahomes planning somerset construction community infrastructure Plans have been unveiled for nearly 300 additional homes on the western edge of Bridgwater, potentially expanding the town’s housing stock significantly. Cavanna Homes South West Ltd. and Martin Grant Homes are progressing … Read More
Bridgwater Carnival: The Art and Effort Behind Building a Spectacular Carnival Cart Saturday, October 11, 2025 carnival bridgwater somerset illuminated festival cartbuilding community charity craftsmanship celebration Carnival season is in full swing, with anticipation building towards the highly anticipated Bridgwater Carnival. This legendary event draws over 100,000 visitors from across the West County, the UK, and beyond, making it one … Read More