Somerset Biker Turns Passion Into Thriving Business with Major Takeover Sunday, September 7, 2025 motocross offroad biking retail business somerset entrepreneur partnerships finance startup 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 … Read More
Somerset Restaurant Closes for Good Following Viral Review and Financial Troubles Tuesday, August 5, 2025 restaurant liquidation taunton exeter cardiff closure staff food pandemic business 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 … Read More
Concerns Raised Over Lack of Council Scrutiny on Controversial Bin Collection Changes in Bath Monday, August 4, 2025 bath waste council scrutiny business policy costs pilot consultation democracy 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 … Read More
Shopkeeper Closes Shop After Taking Just £4.50 in a Day Friday, July 25, 2025 retail independent bath business economy footfall crisis shopping local storefront 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 … Read More
Former Garage Site Transformed into New Village Co-op Friday, July 25, 2025 co-op coleford community retail convenience rural business local shop amenities 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 … Read More
Independent Taunton Urges Community Support to Revive the Town Centre Saturday, July 19, 2025 taunton highstreet independent business closure economy towncouncil promotion pedestrianisation community A Taunton businesswoman has issued an urgent call to support independent shops amid a wave of closures impacting the town this year. Susie, co-owner of the local gift shop Rocket and Bird, shared her concerns with over 6,200 … Read More