Government Hurdles Risk Blocking Key Missing Link in Somerset’s Strawberry Line Cycle Route Monday, February 23, 2026 strawberryline somerset cycling infrastructure historicrailwaysestate conservation accessibility bridges batprotection community The completion of a crucial gap on Somerset’s long-distance Strawberry Line cycle route is facing potential delay due to obstacles posed by the Historic Railways Estate (HRE), a government body overseeing former railway … Read More
£5 Million Wetlands Project Approved for Somerset Levels and Moors Friday, February 20, 2026 wetlands somerset waterquality phosphates biodiversity conservation wessexwater habitat eutrophication nature Somerset Council has approved a £5 million project to create new wetlands on the Somerset Levels and Moors, aiming to significantly improve water quality and biodiversity in the area. Wessex Water proposed the construction of … Read More
Dramatic Restoration Begins on Birnbeck Pier Walkway Wednesday, February 18, 2026 birnbeck pier restoration walkway heritage victorian conservation structure seaside renovation After years of anticipation, dramatic restoration work has officially commenced on the Birnbeck Pier walkway. This treasured landmark, known for its striking Victorian architecture, has long suffered from neglect and decay. … Read More
Somerset Road Closure Protects 3,000 Amphibians During Breeding Migration Monday, February 9, 2026 amphibians toads conservation migration somerset roadclosure volunteering wildlife habitat climatechange Each spring, thousands of amphibians embark on a perilous journey to their ancestral breeding sites. This year, Charlcombe Lane near Bath, Somerset, will close from February 9 to March 29 to allow safe passage for toads, … Read More
Somerset Road Closed for Six Weeks to Protect Crossing Amphibians Monday, February 9, 2026 amphibians toads newts conservation roadclosure somerset volunteers migration breeding wildlife Charlcombe Lane near Bath, Somerset, will be closed from February 9 to March 29 to protect migrating amphibians. The annual closure allows toads, frogs, and newts to safely cross the road as they journey to their traditional … Read More
Somerset's RSPCA Heroes Honoured for Lifesaving Efforts During Sea Empress Oil Spill Monday, February 9, 2026 rspca seaempress oilspill wildliferescue birdrehabilitation somerset milfordhaven environmentaldisaster volunteers conservation As the 30th anniversary of the Sea Empress disaster approaches, the RSPCA in Somerset pays tribute to the heroic efforts that defined one of the UK’s worst environmental catastrophes. On February 15, 1996, the … Read More