Taunton's WinterFest Returns with Christmas Lights Switch-On in 2025 Sunday, October 12, 2025 winterfest taunton christmas lights festival 2025 family entertainment holiday celebration WinterFest is making a festive comeback in Taunton, with the much-anticipated Christmas Lights switch-on scheduled for Sunday, November 23, 2025. The event, which was cancelled last year due to severe weather threats from … Read More
Bridgwater Carnival: The Art and Effort Behind Building a Spectacular Carnival Cart Saturday, October 11, 2025 carnival bridgwater somerset illuminated festival cartbuilding community charity craftsmanship celebration Carnival season is in full swing, with anticipation building towards the highly anticipated Bridgwater Carnival. This legendary event draws over 100,000 visitors from across the West County, the UK, and beyond, making it one … Read More
Bath Pub Town+House to Close After Incredible Journey Amid Rising Costs Sunday, October 5, 2025 bath pub closure townhouse hospitaility community independent farewell costs celebration After an incredible journey filled with community spirit and unforgettable memories, the Bath pub Town+House has announced it will be closing its doors at the end of October. Owners have cited soaring costs, reduced … Read More
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