World of Bears Celebrates 21 Years with a Teddy Bear Birthday Bash Friday, October 3, 2025 teddy bears celebration somerset taunton charity softtoys anniversary worldofbears collectibles World of Bears, one of Somerset’s most cherished teddy bear retailers, is celebrating its 21st birthday with a festive in-store party this Saturday. Located in Taunton, this independent shop has become one of the UK’s premier … Read More
Glastonbury Celebrates War Volunteer Joan Hawken’s 101st Birthday Thursday, October 2, 2025 glastonbury joanhawken centennial warvolunteer nursinghome redcross celebration family legacy milestone Joan Hawken, a cherished resident of St. Benedict’s Nursing Home in Glastonbury, recently marked her 101st birthday surrounded by loved ones, friends, and dedicated staff. Born Edna Joan Bailey in 1924 and raised in Dinder … Read More
Celebrating Joan Hawken: Glastonbury War Volunteer Veteran Turns 101 Thursday, October 2, 2025 glastonbury veteran centenarian volunteer wareffort family celebration nursinghome legacy resilience Joan Hawken, a beloved resident of St. Benedict’s Nursing Home in Glastonbury, recently marked her 101st birthday surrounded by family, friends, and devoted staff. Born Edna Joan Bailey in 1924 in Dinder near Wells, Joan’s … Read More
Wellington Carnival 2025: Road Closures, Timings, and Everything You Need to Know for South Somerset’s Festival Kickoff Friday, September 26, 2025 wellington carnival southsomerset roadclosures procession autumn illuminated celebration community events The vibrant South Somerset carnival season kicks off this Saturday night with the much-anticipated procession in Wellington, traditionally the opening event of the carnival circuit. Following Wellington, the procession will … Read More
Hundreds Parade Through Bath to Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th Birthday Saturday, September 13, 2025 janeausten bath parade festival celebration regency literature heritage costumes birthday This year, Bath came alive with excitement as hundreds gathered to celebrate the 250th birthday of Jane Austen, the beloved author known for her timeless novels. The vibrant festival featured a lively parade winding through … Read More
Mary Berry Embraces Busy Retirement, Says There's 'Plenty of Time to Rest in Heaven' Tuesday, September 2, 2025 maryberry baking retirement cookbook thegreatbritishbakeoff healthyliving television celebration food wellness Mary Berry, the cherished former judge of The Great British Bake Off, shows no intention of winding down as she celebrates her 90th birthday this year. Rather than stepping back and taking it easy, Mary’s schedule remains … Read More