Fight launched to stop 190 homes being built in flood zone Thursday, May 22, 2025 flooding planning development housing yatton floodzone localplan northsomerset appeal persimmon North Somerset Council has taken its fight to the High Court in a bid to overturn a planning inspector’s decision allowing the construction of 190 homes on flood-prone land in Yatton. The contested site lies within flood zone … Read More
Historic Uphill Grange to be Transformed into Luxury Residences Wednesday, May 21, 2025 uphillgrange westonsupermare restoration heritage architecture development planning apartments conservation housing Uphill Grange, an elegant mansion perched on the edge of Weston-super-Mare, is on the verge of a stunning revival. Originally constructed in 1790 and formerly known as Macready House, the building has witnessed a rich … Read More
Somerset Village to Expand with 350 New Homes Amid Flooding and Traffic Concerns Wednesday, May 21, 2025 williton somerset housing development flooding traffic renewableenergy planning lovellhomes a39 A major housing development is underway in the Somerset village of Williton, with plans approved for 350 new homes despite ongoing concerns about flooding, traffic congestion, and renewable energy use. The Wyndham Estate … Read More
Lidl Resubmits Controversial Store Plans for East Bath Wednesday, May 21, 2025 lidl bath planning supermarket traffic environment biodiversity community jobs development Lidl has submitted a fresh planning application to build a supermarket on the east side of Bath, reviving a debate that stirred strong reactions earlier this year. Although the budget supermarket chain withdrew its initial … Read More
Luxury Lodges Set to Transform Former Somerset Quarry Tuesday, May 20, 2025 luxury somerset quarry lodges development planning environment tourism construction recreation A disused quarry in Somerset is on track to become a luxury holiday retreat featuring nearly 150 timber lodges. Located on Bector Lane near Stoke St. Michael, between Shepton Mallet and Radstock, the Cookswood gated community … Read More
M5 Designer Outlet: Complete List of 44 Shops and Restaurants Opening This Summer Tuesday, May 20, 2025 m5 designeroutlet shopping restaurants tewkesbury retail opening construction brands development The countdown is on for the grand opening of the Cotswold Designer Outlet, located just off the M5 near Tewkesbury, scheduled for summer 2025. Although the official opening date in July has yet to be announced, excitement is … Read More