Proposed Second Cheddar Reservoir Aims to Secure Water Supply for Over 100,000 in West Country Friday, September 5, 2025 reservoir water consultation cheddar infrastructure environment supply drought sustainability westcountry A public consultation has commenced on plans for a second Cheddar Reservoir designed to serve more than 100,000 residents in the West Country. The project includes the reservoir itself, around 76 kilometers of new pipeline, … Read More
Backwell's Unique 'Strawberries and Cream' Tree Faces Challenges Tuesday, August 26, 2025 backwell tree hybrid blossom drought pruning mulch conservation village landmark In the village of Backwell, North Somerset, a rare and captivating tree known for its distinctive ‘strawberries and cream’ blossoms—pink on one side and white on the other—is showing signs of distress. This hybrid tree is one … Read More
Somerset Records UK's Highest Temperature as Hot Weather Persists Monday, August 18, 2025 somerset temperature heatwave drought weather climate metoffice uk heat environment The UK continues to experience dry and warm weather following last week’s heatwave, with parts of the country forecasted to reach temperatures as high as 27°C on Monday and Tuesday. However, a northeasterly breeze will … Read More
Two Somerset Reservoirs Drop Below Half Capacity Amid National Water Shortfalls Wednesday, August 13, 2025 somerset drought reservoir water-shortage climate-change agriculture wildfire environmentagency heatwave water-conservation England is grappling with serious water shortages, with two key reservoirs in Somerset holding less than half their capacity, officials warn. This alarming shortage comes despite rainfall in July and is compounded by a return … Read More
Train Services Reduced Between London and West Country Due to Dry Soil Conditions Monday, August 4, 2025 railway southwesternrailway track safety embankment delays drought england networkrail speedrestriction Train services between London Waterloo and the West Country have been reduced due to unusually dry soil conditions impacting track safety. South Western Railway (SWR) announced that they have “no alternative” but to run a … Read More
BBC Countryfile's Adam Henson Receives Outpouring of Support After Sharing Heartbreaking Farm Update Saturday, July 26, 2025 countryfile farming drought agriculture cotswolds adamhenson farmers livestock crops climate Fans of BBC’s Countryfile were deeply moved after Adam Henson shared a heartfelt update about the struggles his farm is facing due to an intense drought. While Adam is widely recognized for his work on the show, he also … Read More