'New Chapter' Begins as Work Commences on Portishead Railway Reopening Monday, November 3, 2025 portishead railway networkrail transport infrastructure northsomerset construction railreopening publictransport economicgrowth sport 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 … Read More
'New Chapter' Begins as Key Work on Portishead Railway Reopens Monday, November 3, 2025 portishead railway restoration networkrail transport infrastructure northsomerset construction publictransport economicgrowth sport 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 … Read More
Boarding Boost as Taunton School’s Major Expansion Rises Above Ground Monday, November 3, 2025 boarding expansion taunton construction school development facilities campus education architecture 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 … Read More
M4 Closure: Stunning Footage Captures Bridge Installation Ahead of Schedule Friday, October 31, 2025 m4 bridge construction nationalhighways infrastructure engineering closure steel transport uk 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 … Read More
Inside the Former Somerset Community Hospital Poised for Major Transformation Thursday, October 30, 2025 somerset hospital community development redevelopment healthcare transformation planning sustainability construction 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 … Read More
Cavanna Site Manager Willie Whitelaw Celebrates 25 Years of Dedication Wednesday, October 29, 2025 sitemanager career construction homebuilding cavanna safety quality apprenticeship recognition milestone 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 … Read More