Celebrate Somerset Day 2025 with Music, Food, and Flag-Waving Fun Saturday, April 26, 2025 somerset day celebration music food heritage community festival event culture pride Excitement is buzzing in Somerset as the county gears up for its most anticipated annual event, Somerset Day 2025. Scheduled for the weekend of Saturday, May 10 and Sunday, May 11, this two-day extravaganza promises a … Read More
Discovering Dorchester: A Roman Gem in Dorset Friday, April 18, 2025 dorchester roman dorset heritage history landscape literary town events culture Nestled in the picturesque county of Dorset, Dorchester stands as a historic market town boasting a rich blend of Roman heritage and natural splendor. The town’s Roman roots, dating back to 60 AD, are evident through … Read More
Discovering Taunton: The Hidden Gem of the Independent Scene Friday, April 18, 2025 taunton indie town independent shopping somerset culture art transformation reputation In my inaugural exploration of Taunton, I was captivated by the striking gothic red brick spire of Taunton Minster and the charming Independent Quarter. The Norman castle that houses the Museum of Somerset, along with the … Read More
Discovering Sherborne: The Best Place to Live in the UK Sunday, April 13, 2025 sherborne dorset history culture abbey castle gardens school retail market auction vintage property Sherborne, a market town with idyllic charm just a stone’s throw from Devon, was hailed as one of Britain’s “best places to live” by The Sunday Times. Nestled in north-west Dorset, Sherborne exudes … Read More
MP Calls for St George's Day Bank Holiday Friday, April 11, 2025 st george's day bank holiday campaign celebration england history culture values tourism community Dan Aldridge, the Somerset MP, has launched a campaign petitioning the UK Government to declare April 23 as a national bank holiday for St George’s Day. Aldridge emphasizes that this initiative is more than just a day … Read More
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