MP Calls for St George's Day Bank Holiday Friday, April 11, 2025 st george's day bank holiday campaign celebration england history culture values tourism community Dan Aldridge, the Somerset MP, has launched a campaign petitioning the UK Government to declare April 23 as a national bank holiday for St George’s Day. Aldridge emphasizes that this initiative is more than just a day … Read More
Community Mobilizes to Save Last Pub in Somerset Village Thursday, April 10, 2025 somerset village pub community fundraising acquisition refurbishment share offer local campaign A Somerset village is banding together to raise £450,000 in a bid to acquire and revive the only remaining pub in their area. The Britannia Inn ceased operations in June 2021 upon the retirement of long-time landlords Rob and … Read More
Transforming Bridgwater's Active Travel Network: Meet the Cycling Group Leading the Change Saturday, November 23, 2024 bridgwater cycling campaign active travel network infrastructure improvements advocacy membership Bridgwater’s cycling campaign group, known as the Bridgwater Area Cycling Campaign (BACC), is on a mission to recruit new members and continue advocating for enhancements in the town’s active travel network. Over … Read More
Renovation Campaign for Wells Scout Hut Gains Momentum Tuesday, August 27, 2024 renovation wells scout hut fundraising community charity youth support campaign refurbishment The Wells Scout Hut, nestled in the Blue School grounds, has been a hub of activity for over 40 years, but it’s now facing urgent renovation needs. With 130 young people utilizing the aging facility each week and … Read More
Victory for Stonehenge campaigners as tunnel scheme faces fresh appeal Thursday, May 23, 2024 stonehenge tunnel appeal campaign judicial review a303 victory delay heritage Campaigners opposed to the construction of a road tunnel near Stonehenge have achieved a significant victory in their ongoing battle. The Save Stonehenge World Heritage Site (SSWHS) group, which has been fighting against the … Read More
Sloppy Slippers Campaign: Promoting Safety for Older Adults Saturday, January 13, 2024 slippers falls older adults safety campaign somerset nhs sasp prevention roadshows Slippers are not just a cozy footwear option; they can pose a danger to your health and safety, particularly for those aged over 65. In response to the high incidence of falls among older adults attributed to ill-fitting … Read More