The South Somerset carnival season is in full swing, and the much-anticipated Chard Carnival is just around the corner. This traditional event, part of the South Somerset Federation alongside Wellington, Ilminster, and …
Cancer Research UK has announced plans to close 88 of its High Street shops across the UK by May 2026 as the initial phase of a significant retail overhaul. This move will impact nearly half of the charity’s approximately 600 …
Eleven-year-old Harrison Hawkins from Weston-super-Mare is on a heartfelt mission to raise money in memory of his late cousin, Ethan Treharne, who lost his battle with an aggressive brain tumour at just 17 years old. Ethan …
When Kelly and Tim Barnes, just 22 and 19 years old, took over a modest fish and chip shop in Exmouth 25 years ago, they embarked on a journey that would shape their lives and community. What began as a simple business …
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 …
Leaving a gift in a will is no longer a rare gesture—it has become a vital source of support for many charities, including RUHX, the official NHS charity for the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust. Today, legacy …
Ivy Amos, a once healthy and active nine-year-old from Bath, found her life turned upside down in early 2024. After weeks of mysterious illness initially thought to be a virus, Ivy was diagnosed with transverse myelitis, a …
Trinity Church School in Radstock has been praised as a nurturing environment where pupils truly flourish, following an exceptionally positive inspection. The recent Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools …
The iconic Glastonbury Festival has officially confirmed its dates for 2027. The much-loved event will take place from Wednesday, June 23 to Monday, June 27. After a fallow year in 2026—a planned break to allow the festival’s …
Bella, a six-year-old Border Collie cross, may be small in size but her impact on thousands of young lives is immense. Based at Jamie’s Farm near Bath, Bella has quietly become a vital source of comfort and support for over …
This week, heartfelt tributes have been paid to 34 cherished members of the Somerset community through the latest funeral and death notices. Each notice reflects the deep love and lasting impact these individuals had on their …
Somerset’s beloved carnival season continues this weekend with the much-anticipated Frome Carnival procession. With origins dating back nearly a century, the parade of illuminated carts and walkers will light up the town from …
Frome gears up for its historic carnival procession on Saturday, continuing Somerset’s cherished tradition of illuminated carnivals. The event, which has been a highlight of the town for nearly a century, will feature …
Bristol Airport staff embarked on a remarkable two-day cycling challenge, covering 160 miles to raise a record-breaking £87,000 for the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity (GWAAC). The dedicated team, including Bristol …
What began as a modest gathering of local car enthusiasts has rapidly transformed into a thriving motoring movement across the South West. In April 2023, Talasi May brought together a small group at Greendale Farm Shop, …