Former Somerset Primary School Site Approved for New Homes and Offices Thursday, May 22, 2025 somerset bridgwater redevelopment housing affordablehomes planning environment flooding canal infrastructure The former Somerset Bridge Primary School site in Bridgwater is set to be transformed into a new development comprising homes and office space, following a recent approval by Somerset Council’s planning committee north. … Read More
Tributes Pour In After 13-Year-Old Dies Following Canal Jump in Exeter Tuesday, May 6, 2025 exeter delvinmusakwa canal tragedy heavitreeyouthfc drowning emergencyservices community youthfootball safety sport Heartfelt tributes have been paid to 13-year-old Delvin Musakwa, who tragically died after jumping into a canal in Exeter. Emergency services were called to the scene near the swing bridge at around 4:35 pm on Monday after … Read More
Revitalizing the Bridgwater and Taunton Canal Friday, April 18, 2025 somerset canal regeneration investment strategy waterways bridgwater taunton revitalization recreation A significant transformation is on the horizon for the historic Bridgwater and Taunton Canal in Somerset, as both government funding and a newly-adopted strategy are set to breathe new life into the waterway. Stretching over … Read More
Revitalization of Historic Somerset Canal Underway Friday, April 18, 2025 somerset canal regeneration bridgwater taunton government-funded strategy revitalization waterways leisure The Bridgwater and Taunton Canal, a historic waterway spanning just over 14 miles through the picturesque Somerset Levels, is set to undergo a significant transformation. With the commitment of millions of pounds in … Read More
Closure of Canal Waste Facility Sparks Dispute Between Council and Canal Trust Friday, March 22, 2024 canal closure waste facility council trust boaters dispute enforcement security The closure of a waste facility for boaters near Bath has sparked a dispute between the local council and canal bosses. The facility, which had been a hotspot for illicit dumping, was closed down following the council’s … Read More
Anger as Canal Bosses Close Refuse Facility over Fly Tipping Friday, March 15, 2024 canal fly tipping boaters refuse facility closure bathampton community frustration petition council Boaters on the canals around Bath are expressing frustration and feeling unfairly penalized after the closure of a refuse facility due to persistent fly tipping issues. The decision to shut down the bins at Bathampton has … Read More