Reviving the Royal Oak: Somerset's Closed Pub Set for New Lease of Life Wednesday, April 9, 2025 somerset pub reopen revival owner lease venue plans historical council After three years of closure, there’s hope for the revival of the Royal Oak pub in Widcombe, Somerset. The Grade II listed venue on Summerlays Place, which has been shuttered since 2022, might soon see a new chapter … Read More
Overflowing Wednesday, April 9, 2025 somerset school capacity council expansion pupils transport bridgwater education oversubscribed Highbridge’s King Alfred School, serving as the primary secondary school for the area, is currently facing an oversubscription crisis. With the school unable to accommodate all its pupils, some students are being … Read More
Controversy Erupts Over Squatters in Glastonbury Wednesday, April 9, 2025 glastonbury squatters council eviction housing somerset legal caravans compromise dispute The ongoing situation with squatters at the Zig Zag site in Glastonbury, Somerset has sparked a dispute between owner Chris Black and the local council. Despite the enforcement order to remove all caravans and occupants from … Read More
New Footbridge Construction Set to Commence in Taunton Tuesday, April 8, 2025 taunton footbridge construction council funding cyclists pedestrians infrastructure government completion The beginning of the installation for a new footbridge in Taunton town centre has been confirmed by Somerset Council. This project, approved in August 2024, entails the replacement of the current footbridge connecting … Read More
Glovers Walk Site Redevelopment Update Monday, April 7, 2025 yeovil redevelopment demolition glovers walk council somerset regeneration green space community future commercial The Somerset Council recently confirmed that the Glovers Walk site redevelopment in Yeovil town center may not be completed until 2030. Demolition work is currently underway at the vacant shopping center on Middle Street, … Read More
Extensive Extension for Bath Park & Ride Service Monday, April 7, 2025 bath park & ride extension visitors workers council trial city late transportation convenience In a move aimed at benefiting visitors and workers, the Bath Park & Ride service has been extended until 11.30pm from Monday to Saturday. This extension, announced in Bath & North East Somerset Council’s budget … Read More