Recent data from the Environment Agency highlights a worrying decline in reservoir storage across England, revealing that 12 locations have reservoirs holding less than half of their usual water levels. Among these, some …
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, …
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 …
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 keep …
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 …
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 …
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 …
From Monday, July 28, South Western Railway (SWR) will suspend train stops at Crewkerne station until further notice due to track safety concerns. A temporary speed restriction of 40 mph will be enforced over a four-mile …
A cherished pond in Royal Victoria Park, one of Bath’s most popular green spaces, has completely dried up following last week’s intense heatwave. Bath and North East Somerset Council (B&NES) has installed signs warning …
The Environment Agency has raised a “medium” risk of drought in England this summer, threatening millions of UK households with potential water restrictions after the driest start to the year in over 60 years. Without …