Eurovision Song Contest: Why Somerset Should Host If the UK Wins Saturday, May 17, 2025 eurovision somerset hosting music culture cider cheese britain events tourism If the UK wins the Eurovision Song Contest, the opportunity to host the event brings a chance to showcase a unique part of the country. Somerset, with its rich cultural heritage and vibrant community spirit, stands out as a … Read More
Somerset’s Best Pubs and Bars with Beer Gardens to Soak Up the Sun Saturday, May 10, 2025 somerset pubs beergardens beer outdoor weather taunton cider brewersarms localfood With the sun shining over Somerset, there’s no better time to enjoy a pint in the great outdoors. From spacious beer gardens to charming patios, these top-rated pubs offer the perfect settings to relax and soak up the rays. … Read More
Somerset Day: Celebrate with Wurzels Gig, Cider Tastings, and More Thursday, May 8, 2025 somerset somersetday wurzels cider festival charity music family history community Somerset Day is back, bringing the county together to celebrate all things Somerset with a weekend full of exciting events. From lively Wurzels concerts to free cider tastings, there’s something for everyone—and much of it is … Read More
Living Off-Grid in Tinkers Bubble: A Sustainable Woodland Community Sunday, May 4, 2025 sustainable woodland off-grid community sustainability cider self-sufficient traditional crafts norton-sub-hamdon yeovil Nestled in the lush woodlands of the West Country, Tinkers Bubble, an off-grid community established in 1998, thrives in Norton-sub-Hamdon near Yeovil. Embracing an “off-grid, low-impact community” ethos, Tinkers … Read More
New Taproom Brings Somerset Cider to Life Monday, April 21, 2025 cider taproom somerset orchard harry’s sustainability cidermaker local events farmgate Cider enthusiasts can now revel in the experience of savoring award-winning cider just a stone’s throw away from the very orchards that supply the apples. The recently launched Harry’s Cider Taproom in Long Sutton, near … Read More
Challenges Facing Somerset Cider Orchards Amid Mounting Pressures Saturday, April 5, 2025 somerset cider orchards industry regulations taxes mp challenges mounting pressures The iconic cider orchards of Somerset are facing increasing pressures as regulatory changes and tax burdens put strain on the industry. Sarah Dyke, MP for Glastonbury and Somerton, recently raised concerns about the future of … Read More