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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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, …
Central government funding may soon pave the way for a new, safer crossing at one of Glastonbury’s most heavily trafficked spots—the Wirral Park roundabout, commonly known as the B&Q roundabout. This crucial junction links …
Thirteen-year-old Mo Speyer and his father, Charlie Speyer, a schoolteacher and head of science and psychology at Queen’s, have completed a remarkable two-week cycling journey from John o’ Groats to Land’s End. Covering an …
The regeneration of Bridgwater’s historic Northgate Docks is now expected to be completed by March 2027, following a government extension to the deadline for spending grant funding. The £5.2 million makeover is a key part of …
Chris Hall demonstrated unwavering determination as he cycled 1,095 miles from Land’s End to John O’Groats in just 15 days, raising funds for The Lawrence Centre charity in Wells. Despite facing numerous setbacks—including a …
Somerset Council has unveiled its ambitious new Local Transport Plan (LTP), a visionary roadmap designed to transform how people travel across the county over the next two decades. Published this week, the plan sets out a …
A cyclist has shared her experience of a tense encounter on a shared walking and cycling trail after issuing a brief, polite warning to a pedestrian who was blocking her path. Living in a bike-friendly mountain town known for …
Plans for a striking 40-metre cable bridge spanning the River Avon in Keynsham have received official approval. The new structure will be built at Durley Lane, close to the Somerdale estate, and is designed to accommodate …
A crucial green wedge shielding Taunton from encroaching development at its southern edge may soon have its future firmly secured as part of Somerset’s forthcoming Local Plan. The existing Taunton Deane Core Strategy, …
Transport campaigners in Somerset have called on major developer Stonewater to incorporate a crucial segment of a walking and cycling route into their planned redevelopment of the Wells Rugby Club site on Charter Way. The …
Small businesses and community groups across Bath and North East Somerset are being encouraged to act quickly to secure free bike stands, thanks to an expanding charity-led initiative aimed at enhancing cycling infrastructure …