'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
Hopes for Safer Crossing Near Busy Glastonbury 'B&Q' Roundabout Friday, August 15, 2025 glastonbury crossing safety traffic pedestrians cycling infrastructure council campaign funding 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 … Read More
Taunton Teen Cycles 1855km to Support Children with Cleft Conditions Wednesday, August 13, 2025 cycling charity cleft smiletrain fundraising endurance taunton surgery youth challenge 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 … Read More
Regeneration of Bridgwater Docks Delayed Until 2027 Friday, August 1, 2025 bridgwater docks regeneration somerset infrastructure marina cycling canal urbanrenewal towndeal 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 … Read More