Taunton Town Council has launched an exciting new initiative called ‘Shout About Taunton’, designed to spotlight the town’s vibrant spirit and unique charm. This campaign aims to position Taunton as a welcoming hub for …
The finalists and commended businesses in the 2025 Bristol, Bath, Somerset, and Gloucestershire Tourism Awards have been officially announced, showcasing the very best in the region’s tourism industry. These prestigious …
Businesses in Clevedon, a picturesque Somerset seaside town, have staged a second protest against North Somerset Council’s proposed on-street parking charges, fearing the move could trigger widespread closures of independent …
Gather, a charming café nestled in the trendy suburb of Batheaston, is celebrating its tenth anniversary despite facing numerous challenges over the years. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and celebrity clientele, the …
Two Bath shops have recently received stylish new façades as part of a broader high street revitalisation effort led by Bath & North East Somerset Council. This initiative aims to breathe fresh life into local neighbourhoods …
Chapter 22, a beloved record and plant shop located on Broad Street in Bath, is embroiled in a tense dispute with Bath and North East Somerset Council over thousands of pounds in unpaid rent. The shop’s owners, Nicola Taylor …
The BBC has officially confirmed the much-anticipated return of Dragons' Den after the show’s extended hiatus from television. Launching in 2005, Dragons' Den continues to captivate audiences with its latest 22nd series. This …
Independent retailers in the coastal town of Weymouth, Dorset, are increasingly troubled as plans unfold for yet another supermarket to open in their community. This new outlet will mark the fifth major national chain within …
Nestled on the River Yeo in northwest Dorset, Sherborne is a picturesque market town known for its historic honey-coloured buildings and scenic surrounding countryside of the Blackmore Vale. What sets Sherborne apart is not …
McLaren Formula 1 driver Lando Norris has sold a majority stake in Quadrant, the entertainment and gaming company he established in 2020, to Veloce Media Group, a London-based firm supported by renowned F1 designer Adrian …
Dirtbikexpress, a leading retailer in off-road sports gear, has entered a new chapter under the ownership of Minehead businessman and motocross enthusiast Tom Radburn. With support from a loan provided by Allica Bank, Tom’s …
Eat the Bird, a popular restaurant chain with locations in Taunton, Exeter, and Cardiff, has permanently closed after its parent company entered liquidation. The closure followed a winding-up order after the business failed …
Councillors in Bath have raised serious concerns about a decision to change bin collection timings in the city centre that could cost local businesses thousands of pounds annually—without the change being properly scrutinised …
Natasha Whiting, 35, owner of Hidden in Bath, recently made the tough decision to close her shop early after a particularly challenging day in which she only took £4.50 in sales. Hidden, which specializes in British-made …
The former Crossway Garage site in Coleford, near Radstock, is set to become a new Co-op convenience store, owned and operated by longtime locals Chris and Barbara Osborne. The couple, who have run businesses in the area for …