Somerset taxpayers may be footing a costly bill after Somerset Council lost an appeal concerning the development of a care home near the M5 motorway. The disputed site centers on Woodlands Castle, a Grade II listed …
If you’re looking to save money on petrol in Somerset, it’s essential to know where the cheapest fuel is available. Currently, Bridgwater stands out as the most expensive place to fill up your tank, so it might be best to …
Wetherspoons has revealed the opening date for its newest pub in Bath. Located in the former Revolution nightclub at York Buildings, The Old Post Office will welcome its first customers on Tuesday, March 3. This marks …
Monica Hayden, an 80-year-old from Merriott, Somerset, found comfort in an unconventional farewell when her husband of nearly 60 years, David, passed away in April. David, 86, had expressed a wish for a direct cremation—a …
North Somerset Council faces a “deeply depressing” £1 million overspend in its waste recycling budget due to unstable recycling markets and rising costs. While councils typically generate income by selling materials collected …
North Somerset Council is grappling with a £1 million overspend on waste recycling due to falling market prices and increasing disposal costs. Unlike black bin rubbish, recycling materials typically generate income for the …
After an incredible journey filled with community spirit and unforgettable memories, the Bath pub Town+House has announced it will be closing its doors at the end of October. Owners have cited soaring costs, reduced …
Weymouth Harbour is experiencing a significant decline in fishing vessel activity, particularly throughout August, according to harbour master Ed Carter. He attributes this downturn to multiple ongoing challenges, including …
Bath and North East Somerset Council is set to implement changes to evening business waste collection times in the city centre starting October 6. The adjustments aim to reduce litter and improve the city’s appearance during …
The construction of Wellington’s new railway station has encountered significant delays and rising costs, postponing its opening until 2028. Initially estimated at around £15 million, the project’s budget has now increased to …
Councillors in Bath have raised serious concerns about a decision to change bin collection timings in the city centre that could cost local businesses thousands of pounds annually—without the change being properly scrutinised …
Bath and North East Somerset Council plans to pilot a shift in the city centre’s business waste collection time from 5pm to 6pm starting this September. The Liberal Democrat administration argues this change will reduce early …
If you’re following Glastonbury Festival from afar, you may be dreaming of joining the 200,000-strong crowd that celebrates music magic each year. Whether you’re a Somerset local or living within about a 90-minute drive of …
The cost of the long-awaited Banwell bypass, a century-old project to combat severe congestion in the North Somerset village, has surged beyond £100 million. Initially proposed in 1927, the project obtained approval in 2023 …
Residential parking permits revenue has surpassed £4 million in Bath and North East Somerset (BANES) since 2020, with a rise in collections each year. A freedom of information request by used-car retailer cinch [sic] …