Somerset 'Ghost Town' Yeovil Divides Opinion Amid £24 Million Revamp Saturday, May 17, 2025 yeovil regeneration somerset construction towncentre property revitalization community development challenges Earlier this week, I arrived in Yeovil’s town centre amid the hustle and bustle of demolition and construction. An excavator dismantled walls with the ease of a child demolishing a sandcastle, signaling the start of a massive … Read More
Managing Tourism in Bath: Challenges and Opportunities Monday, May 5, 2025 bath tourism overcrowding challenges tourist tax airbnb residents heritage economy sustainability Bath, with a population just shy of 100,000, has been revealed as the most overcrowded UK city with tourists. Known globally for its stunning architecture, universities, and rich history, Bath is unique in being the only city … Read More
Shepton Mallet Prison Launches New Turf Wars Escape Room Experience Saturday, April 26, 2025 escape room shepton mallet prison turf wars puzzles teamwork challenges artefact games master ancient adrenaline Shepton Mallet Prison, the world’s oldest prison, has introduced an adrenaline-pumping escape room experience called Turf Wars: A New Realm. Nestled within the prison’s ancient walls, teams will face off in a … Read More
A Lifetime of Dedication and Resilience: The Remarkable Story of Mary Patricia Nicholson Wednesday, April 16, 2025 charity nursing resilience compassion dedication treks challenges inspiration purpose community At ninety years old, Mary Patricia Nicholson is showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, she is gearing up for her latest charitable challenge, lacing up her walking boots with determination and purpose. Reflecting on a … Read More
Trouble Looms as Shop Closures Desert Pretty UK Market Town's High Street Tuesday, April 15, 2025 devizes market town closures high street small businesses challenges economy community retail wiltshire The picturesque market town of Devizes is facing concerns over the potential desertion of its high street following a spate of shop closures. Faced with a challenging economic climate, businesses in Devizes have endured … Read More
Radstock: A Town in Flux Saturday, April 12, 2025 radstock town community transformation parking changes lifestyle development residents challenges Radstock, a picturesque town nestled in a valley between Peasedown St John and Midsomer Norton, is undergoing a period of transformation. The idyllic setting and community spirit are juxtaposed against recent developments … Read More