Local councillors have approved plans to build nearly 30 new homes close to Cheddar Reservoir, raising concerns over localised flooding in the area. Bellway Homes South West is currently developing 60 homes at the Peregrine …
Several campsites in Somerset have been honoured as some of the best in the UK, featuring in the prestigious annual list of the top 150 Outstanding Sites for 2025, compiled by Campsites.co.uk. This year, seven sites from …
Lidl has unveiled proposals to build a new supermarket in the Somerset village of Cheddar. The German discount retailer aims to construct the store off the A371 Upper New Road, a site designated by Somerset Council for …
Sport plays a vital role in bringing communities together, promoting health, and fostering social connections for all ages. However, Cheddar Valley Junior Football Club, a beloved institution nurturing young talent aged 5 to …
A man from Cheddar was arrested on Monday, May 19, on suspicion of online child grooming. Avon and Somerset Police confirmed the arrest and stated that he has been released on conditional police bail pending further …
Get ready for the 11th annual Outcider Festival, returning to Fernhill Farm in Cheddar in 2025. This four-day event, limited to 500 tickets, will feature nearly 40 acts performing live on two alternating stages throughout the …
Have you ever come across a road sign that left you scratching your head or chuckling to yourself? The UK is home to a plethora of place names that are, quite frankly, amusing for one reason or another. Imagine the laughs on …
In the age of technology, gaming, and social media, the 1st Cheddar Scouts group in Somerset faces a pressing issue. The group urgently needs new leaders due to the overwhelming interest of children wanting to join. With the …
Early morning on Saturday 22 March, a group of four individuals committed a high-value burglary by using a car to break into The Gorge Outdoors store in The Cliffs, Cheddar. Subsequently, they stole a significant number of …
A tragic incident unfolded during the 15-mile ‘Big Cheese’ trail running event near Cheddar as a participant experienced a fatal medical emergency. The race, which featured 300 runners traversing a challenging off-road route …
Heartless thieves targeted the iconic Gorge Bear Company in Cheddar, Somerset, ramming their vehicle into the store before making off with over 200 Jellycat stuffed animals and teddy bears. The brazen burglary occurred at …
Cheddar, a picturesque village in Somerset, has been acknowledged as one of the most welcoming travel spots in the UK for 2025, as per Booking.com’s Traveller Awards. Ranked among the top eight hospitable UK destinations, …