‘Scary’ and ‘dangerous’ Somerset coast road set for pedestrian safety improvements Wednesday, September 10, 2025 somerset coastal pedestrian cycling safety infrastructure burning lcwip greenway traffic A coastal road in Somerset, described by locals as “scary” and “dangerous,” is poised to become much safer for pedestrians and cyclists thanks to ambitious plans from Somerset Council. The council’s … Read More
Major South West A382 Roadworks to Impact Traffic for Nearly Two Years Thursday, September 4, 2025 a382 newtonabbot devon roadworks closure traffic infrastructure sustainability cycling construction Significant disruption is expected on the A382 in Newton Abbot as a major upgrade project gets underway later this month. The scheme includes an initial 11-month closure at Whitehills roundabout, followed by a separate … Read More
Transforming Bath’s Transport: Scholars’ Way Project Paves the Way for Safer, Greener Travel Monday, September 1, 2025 bath transport cycling walking wheeling infrastructure active-travel sustainability schools public-transport sport The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, in partnership with Bath & North East Somerset Council, has committed nearly £5.4 million to the Scholars’ Way Scheme, a transformative project focused on enhancing walking, … Read More
'I Thought I Had a Stomach Bug Before Things Escalated Rapidly' Tuesday, August 26, 2025 kidney cancer myeloma dialysis chemotherapy transplant cycling fundraising remission health Tim Blackburn, 60, from Somerset, never imagined that what he assumed was a simple stomach bug would escalate into a life-threatening condition. Three years ago, while trying to enjoy Christmas with his family, Tim … Read More
Discover Avon Valley Railway: Scenic Bike Rides, Steam Trains & Charming Cafés Sunday, August 24, 2025 avonvalleyrailway steamtrain bristol cycling bittonstation heritage café woodland events tourism Nestled alongside the scenic Bristol to Bath Railway Path, the Avon Valley Railway is a treasured destination attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year. Operating a nostalgic steam train from Bitton Station, the … Read More
New plans to enhance walking and cycling routes in Exmoor National Park Saturday, August 23, 2025 exmoor walking cycling nationalpark activetravel infrastructure sustainability publictransport tourism health sport Exmoor National Park, spanning the Devon-Somerset border, is set to become more accessible for walkers and cyclists through a comprehensive new active travel plan. Despite a vast network of public rights of way, bridleways, … Read More