This week marks the start of significant preparatory work on the Portishead Railway, a line closed to passengers over half a century ago, in 1964. The first step involves clearing trees and vegetation along the route to make …
This week marks the start of vegetation clearance along the Portishead Railway line, paving the way for construction to reopen the long-disused railway. The work initiates the final phase of enabling tasks ahead of the main …
Taunton School, one of Somerset’s premier independent schools, is making significant strides with its ambitious expansion plan, as the new 140-bed boarding house begins to take shape above ground. Having completed the …
Captivating footage has emerged showcasing the remarkable installation of a new bridge over the M4 motorway, completed ahead of schedule. The motorway was fully closed between junctions 18 (Bath) and 19 (M32) from 7 pm on …
The former Somerset community hospital is on the brink of a significant transformation as new redevelopment plans have been revealed. The hospital, which has served local residents for many years, is set to undergo dramatic …
Willie Whitelaw, a dedicated site manager from Chard, is celebrating a remarkable 25-year milestone with Cavanna Homes. Starting his journey at the turn of the millennium, Willie began as a forklift driver at the Torbay-based …
Somerset’s smallest city, Wells, is set to receive a significant boost in housing and community amenities following the approval of plans for 100 new homes and an expanded cemetery. The development, located south of Elm Close …
A 13.5MW solar farm, covering an area equivalent to 40 football pitches, has been approved near Poulshot in Wiltshire, despite controversy surrounding its visual impact assessment. The development, proposed by Devizes Solar …
The M4 motorway will be fully closed this weekend between junction 18 (Bath) and junction 19 (M32) starting from 7pm on Friday, October 24 until 6am on Monday, October 27. This closure is necessary to lift steel beams into …
The M4 motorway will be fully closed in both directions between junction 18 and junction 19 from 7pm on Friday, October 24 until 6am on Monday, October 27. This three-day shutdown is necessary as eight steel beams are lifted …
Construction has officially started on Bridgwater’s new £17.8 million diagnostic centre, which is scheduled to open by summer 2026. This state-of-the-art facility will be located behind Bridgwater Community Hospital, off …
Work has officially commenced on the Bath Quays Links, a transformative project designed to enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians, cyclists, and wheelchair users in Bath. This ambitious scheme focuses on Lower …
Detailed proposals have been submitted for approval to develop 161 new homes adjacent to Somerset’s newest railway station on Nynehead Road. West of England Developments (Taunton) Ltd., based in nearby West Buckland, had …
A £6 million flood defence project has been approved to shield homes, schools, and businesses along the River Tone from future flooding. Somerset Council, in partnership with the Environment Agency, will install reinforced …
Bath Rugby has unveiled detailed plans for a major redevelopment of The Rec, their home ground for over 130 years, including the introduction of a new stadium name through a sponsorship deal. The current venue relies heavily …