Thatchers Cider, a family-run cidermaker in Somerset with a heritage spanning 122 years, has commenced the earliest apple harvest in its history. Picking began at Myrtle Farm in Sandford ahead of the harvest date anticipated …
Thatchers Cider, a family-run Somerset cider maker with a heritage spanning 122 years, has begun the earliest apple harvest in its history at Myrtle Farm in Sandford. This milestone eclipses the previous record set in 2025, …
Somerset’s renowned cider industry is facing challenges this summer due to ongoing drought conditions and recurrent heatwaves. Toby Fry, director of Harry’s Cider Company near Langport, estimates that apple yields may be down …
Somerset’s cherished cider industry is facing significant challenges this summer as drought and prolonged heatwaves threaten apple yields. Toby Fry, director of Harry’s Cider Company near Langport, anticipates a 20-30 per …
Contractors have been appointed to repair the dried-up duck ponds in Bath’s Royal Victoria Park, initiating efforts to restore this cherished feature to its former state. The large duck pond in the park has been drying up …
Contractors have been appointed to repair the dried-up duck ponds in Bath’s Royal Victoria Park, aiming to restore them to their former water-filled state. The large duck pond in the park has increasingly dried out during …
A young graduate from Somerset has made the South West region proud after delivering speeches at the United Nations this summer. Shakira Saunders, born in Shepton Mallet, was invited to participate in important discussions on …
Shakira Saunders, a young graduate originally from Shepton Mallet, Somerset, has recently brought pride to the South West after contributing to discussions at the United Nations this summer. In July, the 22-year-old was …
Weston-super-Mare, a quintessential British seaside town, faces a precarious future as climate change threatens to submerge parts of the town beneath rising sea levels. A study by Climate Central highlights the risk of …
Weston-super-Mare, a beloved seaside resort, may soon face the very real threat of flooding due to rising sea levels, according to recent reports. A study by Climate Central highlights the vulnerability of the town, alongside …
England is grappling with serious water shortages, with two key reservoirs in Somerset holding less than half their capacity, officials warn. This alarming shortage comes despite rainfall in July and is compounded by a return …
The unveiling of the Western Forest project marks a significant step in England’s efforts to combat climate change and drive sustainable growth. Stretching from the Cotswolds to the Mendips, this vast new national forest is …
At just 20 years old, Thomas Daw is striving to make history by potentially becoming the youngest Member of Parliament for Weston-super-Mare in the upcoming general election. If successful, he would also be only the second …
Local residents with a passion for nature are encouraged to take part in enhancing biodiversity at green spaces throughout Bath. The call to action is for those living in the Somer Valley to participate in Somer Valley …
Somerset’s protected rural landscapes have been given a new name, but without additional powers or extra funding to safeguard them from future development. Comprising four areas of outstanding natural beauty (AONBs) - the …