Bridgwater’s ‘Misery Mile’ Roadworks Force Beloved Local Business to Close Tuesday, January 27, 2026 bridgwater roadworks celebrationmile sl-ate businessclosure arts community somersetcouncil localbusiness urbanregeneration The ongoing roadworks on Bridgwater’s ‘Misery Mile’—officially known as the Celebration Mile project—have been widely criticized for their negative impact on local businesses, culminating in the imminent closure of the unique … Read More
Bridgwater’s ‘Misery Mile’ Roadworks Force Beloved Café and Art Space to Close Tuesday, January 27, 2026 bridgwater sl-ate roadworks celebrationmile businessclosure somerset community artspace localbusiness construction The ongoing roadworks on Bridgwater’s much-maligned ‘Misery Mile’ have been linked directly to the closure of SL-ATE, a unique café and art space beloved by locals. The combined café, designer fashion shop, and art gallery … Read More
Council Demands Action on Controversial Bridgwater Road Scheme Friday, December 26, 2025 bridgwater somerset council traffic celebrationmile roadscheme pedestriansafety parking development community Bridgwater Town Council has taken a firm stand against the ongoing issues caused by the Celebration Mile road scheme, urging Somerset Council to act swiftly to address the concerns of local residents. During a full council … Read More
No Changes to Bridgwater’s Celebration Mile Until Summer 2026 Saturday, December 20, 2025 bridgwater celebrationmile somerset traffic transportation towndeal infrastructure congestion council petition sport Any alterations to Bridgwater’s Celebration Mile won’t be enacted until summer 2026 following a full council vote in Somerset. This decision comes after extensive public discontent over recent traffic system changes funded by … Read More
Future of Bridgwater’s Celebration Mile Uncertain After Year-Long Roadworks Thursday, November 6, 2025 bridgwater celebrationmile somersetcouncil roadworks regeneration cycling pedestrian transport infrastructure funding The future of Bridgwater’s much-anticipated Celebration Mile remains uncertain following nearly a year of extensive roadworks. The project, led by contractor Taylor Woodrow and backed by a £9 million … Read More
Future of Bridgwater’s Celebration Mile Uncertain After Year of Roadworks Thursday, November 6, 2025 bridgwater celebrationmile somerset infrastructure cycling pedestrians regeneration transport localgovernment controversy The future of Bridgwater’s Celebration Mile remains uncertain following nearly a year of extensive roadworks. The walking and cycling route, set to connect Bridgwater railway station to the Northgate Docks, is part of a £9 … Read More