Somerset Town Secures Funding to Complete Vital Walking and Cycling Routes Wednesday, May 28, 2025 cycling walking frome somerset infrastructure funding community paths bike accessibility The Frome community in Somerset has received a significant funding boost to complete the “Missing Links” project — an initiative aimed at creating safe, multi-user walking and cycling paths throughout the town and its … Read More
Campaigners Demand Safer Cycle Route Ahead of 1,400 New Homes Development in Taunton Wednesday, May 28, 2025 cycling infrastructure safety development monktonheathfield taunton council planning urbanextension transport As plans for 1,450 new homes near Monkton Heathfield in Taunton move closer to approval, local cycling campaigners are pushing for urgent improvements to a key cycle route through the area. The Somerset Council’s West … Read More
Tribute to Woman Killed by Speeding Driver While Cycling Tuesday, May 27, 2025 cycling tragedy speeding carelessdriving roadsafety cyclingaccident community justice volunteering family The family of Mary Emerson-Reed, a 63-year-old cyclist tragically killed in a collision, have paid an emotional tribute to her memory. Mary, from Shaftesbury, Wiltshire, lost her life after being struck by Alan Morris, a … Read More
Key Bridgwater Road to Close for Two Months as Celebration Mile Construction Advances Tuesday, May 27, 2025 bridgwater celebrationmile roadworks construction somerset towndeal churchstreet regeneration cycling infrastructure A major road closure is set to impact Bridgwater town centre for two months as construction of the town’s ambitious ‘Celebration Mile’ project progresses. This exciting new route will connect Bridgwater railway … Read More
Somerset Council Begins Upgrade on A39 Cycle Route to Enhance Safety and Minimise Disruption Wednesday, May 14, 2025 somerset cycling walking infrastructure transport a39 sustainability construction traffic safety Somerset Council has commenced work on upgrading a key section of the cycling and walking route along the A39 corridor between Minehead and Dunster. The project aims to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists while … Read More
Hundreds Cycle Coast to Coast to Celebrate Air Ambulance’s 25th Anniversary and Raise Vital Funds Wednesday, May 14, 2025 cycling charity fundraiser airambulance somerset dorset community endurance anniversary event Over 250 cyclists from across Somerset gathered on Saturday, May 10, to tackle the challenging 55-mile Coast to Coast Cycle Challenge in support of the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance’s 25th anniversary. The event began at … Read More