Boost for Somerset's Endangered Eel Population as New Passes Installed on Key Waterways Thursday, May 29, 2025 somerset eels conservation eelpasses flooddefense bridgwater tidalbarrier environmentagency europeaneel wildliferestoration Somerset is taking significant steps to support its critically endangered eel population by installing new eel passes on key water control structures across the county. These passes enable eels to safely navigate obstacles … Read More
Somerset Company’s Bee-Friendly Garden Wins RHS Chelsea People’s Choice Award Wednesday, May 28, 2025 bees gardening biodiversity sustainability pollinators rhschelsea protek urban conservation beekeeping A unique bee-friendly garden co-created by a Somerset-based company has earned the prestigious RHS People’s Choice Award at RHS Chelsea 2025. Protek partnered with the charity Bees for Development to create the striking Bees … Read More
Historic Somerset Cottage from Iconic 90s Music Video Now on the Market Sunday, May 25, 2025 somerset quantock silkmills bryanadams musicvideo heritage conservation huguenots historic countryside Silk Mills, a charming cottage nestled in the heart of Somerset’s picturesque Quantock Hills, is now for sale—offering fans of 90s rock and romantic nostalgia a unique opportunity. This 18th-century property famously served … Read More
Historic Somerset cottage from iconic 90s music video hits the market Sunday, May 25, 2025 somerset quantock silkmills bryanadams heritage conservation musicvideo cottage history property Silk Mills, a charming cottage nestled in Somerset’s picturesque Quantock Hills, is famously known as the filming location for Bryan Adams’ legendary 1991 hit, “(Everything I Do) I Do It For You.” This power … Read More
Paignton Zoo Introduces Toddler Admission Fee to Help Cover Rising Costs Friday, May 23, 2025 paigntonzoo toddlers admissionfee wildplanettrust devon visitorattractions conservation zoofinance family membership Paignton Zoo, one of Devon’s largest and most beloved visitor attractions, has recently implemented a new admission fee for toddlers aged 1 to 2 years. This change, introduced by the Wild Planet Trust—which also manages … Read More
Historic Uphill Grange to be Transformed into Luxury Residences Wednesday, May 21, 2025 uphillgrange westonsupermare restoration heritage architecture development planning apartments conservation housing Uphill Grange, an elegant mansion perched on the edge of Weston-super-Mare, is on the verge of a stunning revival. Originally constructed in 1790 and formerly known as Macready House, the building has witnessed a rich … Read More