Lidl Plans Major Relocation with New State-of-the-Art Store in Midsomer Norton Monday, September 29, 2025 lidl midsomernorton somerset relocation supermarket sustainability solarpanels evcharging retail development Lidl has unveiled ambitious plans to relocate and upgrade its presence in Midsomer Norton, Somerset. The supermarket chain proposes constructing a brand-new, state-of-the-art store on land off Radstock Road, moving from its … Read More
The Rise and Fall of Severn Beach: The 'Blackpool of the West' Sunday, September 28, 2025 severnbeach bristol resort history tourism railway bluelagoon severnsalmon nostalgia development Severn Beach, a suburb of Bristol nestled at the mouth of the River Severn, was once a vibrant seaside resort affectionately known as the “Blackpool of the West.” Unlike a traditional seaside town, its unique … Read More
Former Karting Hangar at Wroughton Airfield Proposed for Warehouse Reuse Sunday, September 28, 2025 wroughton hangar karting warehouse planning swindon storage leisure closure development A hangar at Wroughton airfield, which previously housed a 550-metre indoor go-karting track known as Swindon Karting, is now proposed to return to its original use as a warehouse and storage facility. Operated by Steven Coen … Read More
Locals Feel Fortunate to Live in Timeless South West Village of Lympstone Saturday, September 27, 2025 lympstone fishing oysters community estuary heritage development tourism education pub Jason Ingham, a lifelong resident and oyster farmer, pauses by the River Exe, reflecting on why Lympstone continues to allure so many. “People want to live in a fishing village,” he says, “not an ex-fishing village.” With … Read More
Government Approves Bath Rugby’s New Stadium in City Centre Friday, September 26, 2025 bathrugby stadium planning government recreationground construction sports community localcouncil development sport Bath Rugby’s ambitious plan to build a new stadium in the heart of Bath has received a significant boost after the Government declined to call in the planning application, allowing the local council to proceed with granting … Read More
Nearly 80 Homes Approved for Construction Near Somerset Beauty Spot Friday, September 26, 2025 wells somerset housing development planning affordable environment mendip appeal construction Plans for nearly 80 new homes on the edge of a cherished Somerset beauty spot have been approved following a successful appeal by Gladman Developments. Originally, the developer sought permission in 2020 to build up to 90 … Read More