Report Uncovers Bullying, Misogyny, and Discrimination in Fire Control Room Wednesday, March 12, 2025 bullying misogyny discrimination afrs control room morale leadership workplace culture communication A damning report has revealed alarming instances of bullying, misogyny, and discrimination within the Avon Fire & Rescue Service (AFRS) control room. The report indicates that the department is on the brink of a mass … Read More
The allure of Bruton: Britain’s Montecito Saturday, February 22, 2025 bruton celebrities culture affluent michelin-starred arts somerset prestige town montecito Nestled in the hills of Somerset, the quaint town of Bruton has garnered acclaim as “Britain’s Montecito,” thanks to its affluent local celebrities, epitomizing la dolce vita. At the hilltop, Osip, a … Read More
Castle Cary Voted Best Place to Live in UK Tuesday, September 10, 2024 somerset castle cary muddy stilettos uk best lifestyle community schools culture indie The quaint Somerset town of Castle Cary has proudly secured the title of the best place to live in the UK. Muddy Stilettos, esteemed for its expertise on local living, conducted an extensive survey involving 27,500 readers … Read More
Revitalization of Somerset quarry receives Government grant Thursday, December 28, 2023 somerset quarry revitalization arts culture government grant weston-super-mare community ownership fund weston town council community investment Plans to repurpose a disused Somerset quarry into a center for arts and culture have received a financial boost from the Government. The closure of Weston-super-Mare’s old town quarry in August raised concerns about the … Read More
Empowering the Somer Valley Community with the Willson Grant Thursday, December 28, 2023 somer valley willson grant community projects arts culture active travel mental health inclusivity bath & north east somerset The Somer Valley is set to be transformed by a series of inclusive and innovative community projects thanks to the Willson Grant. This two-year fund aims to promote walking, cycling, and wheeling, while also supporting mental … Read More
The Story of Wiveliscombe's Unique Tartan Sunday, December 17, 2023 wiveliscombe tartan culture community somerset history artisans british wool tradition identity Wiveliscombe, a quaint town in Somerset, is an unexpected home for tartan, a fabric traditionally associated with the Scottish Highlands. Thanks to the creative ingenuity of a mother-daughter duo running a local shop, the … Read More