Somerset Town’s Ambitious Merger Proposal Sparks Controversy Thursday, October 23, 2025 somerset castlecary ansford merger governance councillor petition parishcouncil localgovernment controversy Castle Cary, a fast-growing Somerset town, is proposing to merge with its neighbouring parish, Ansford, a move that has ignited local tension and suspicions of a power grab. Over the past decade, significant housing … Read More
Growing Somerset Town Proposes Merger with Neighboring Parish Thursday, October 16, 2025 somerset castlecary ansford parishcouncil governance merger housing boundaries consultation localelections Residents of Castle Cary, a thriving town in Somerset, are being invited to share their opinions on a proposed merger with the adjacent parish of Ansford. Over the past decade, Castle Cary has experienced significant growth, … Read More
Dramatic Fire Destroys Commercial Building in Castle Cary Sunday, October 12, 2025 fire somerset castlecary blaze firefighting destruction commercial emergency outbuildings accident A significant fire completely destroyed a commercial building in Castle Cary over the weekend. The blaze broke out on Friday, October 10, and rapidly spread across multiple outbuildings, prompting a large-scale response. Fire … Read More
Castle Cary Carnival 2025: Timings, Road Closures, and Parking Guide Friday, October 10, 2025 carnival castlecary wessex roadclosures parade illuminated events southwest tradition festival Castle Cary is set to celebrate its long-standing tradition with the Carnival 2025 happening this Saturday, October 11. As one of the highlights on the Wessex carnival circuit, the event promises a spectacular illuminated … Read More
‘Number One’ Somerset Pub, The Bay Tree, to Close After 27 Years Friday, October 3, 2025 somerset castlecary pub closure baytree hospitality financialcrisis community retirement realestate The Bay Tree, a cherished Grade-II listed pub in Castle Cary, Somerset, will serve its final pint on Sunday, October 5. After more than 27 years under the stewardship of licensees Rennie and their team, the pub is closing … Read More
Castle Cary Proposes Merger with Neighboring Ansford Parish Amid Rapid Growth Thursday, September 18, 2025 castlecary ansford somerset parishcouncil localelections governance boundarychange housinggrowth community consultation Castle Cary, a rapidly growing town in Somerset, is considering merging with its neighboring parish, Ansford, ahead of the upcoming local elections—pending resident approval of the proposals. Over the past decade, Castle Cary … Read More