'Devastating': Yeovil Residents Fear for Future as Leonardo Helicopter Factory Faces Closure Thursday, January 15, 2026 leonardo yeovil helicopter factory closure jobs economy defence manufacturing uk As you step off the train at Yeovil Pen Mill, a prominent sign greets visitors: “Welcome to the home of British helicopters.” But this iconic message may soon disappear, reflecting deep uncertainty looming over … Read More
Can You Keep A Secret? Showcases Somerset in New Dawn French Sitcom Wednesday, January 7, 2026 somerset bbc dawnfrench axbridge cheddar netflix filming economy agathachristie sevendials Somerset is stepping into the spotlight this year with two major screen productions highlighting the county’s unique locations and vibrant community. On January 7, the new Dawn French sitcom, Can You Keep A Secret?, … Read More
Serious Investor Shows Interest in Nexus 25 Site Near M5 Corridor Sunday, December 28, 2025 nexus25 somerset taunton m5 development investment economy infrastructure jobs planning Somerset Council has revealed that a potential investor has expressed serious interest in the Nexus 25 development site located near junction 25 of the M5 motorway on the eastern edge of Taunton. The site benefits from a … Read More
Somerset Seafood Restaurant Closes After Only 15 Months Wednesday, December 3, 2025 restaurant seafood closure somerset lazylobster castlecary dining economy hospitality reviews The Lazy Lobster, a seafood restaurant in Castle Cary, Somerset, has closed its doors after just 15 months of operation. Opening in August 2024, the restaurant followed the success of its sister location in Chew Magna but … Read More
Tourist Tax Proposal Gains Momentum in Weston-super-Mare Wednesday, November 26, 2025 tourism tax weston-super-mare northsomerset infrastructure economy mayor funding visitorlevy seaside North Somerset Council may reconsider introducing a tourist tax in popular destinations like Weston-super-Mare. Local government secretary Steve Reed announced on November 25 that mayors will soon have the authority to impose … Read More
Sunday Parking Charges Threaten Somerset Town Centres, Warns Church Leader Sunday, November 23, 2025 somerset parking charges towncentres sunday council economy church consultation highstreet Introducing car parking charges on Sundays across Somerset could cause lasting harm to the county’s town centres, warns a local church leader. The Somerset Council recently consulted residents on a plan to extend Sunday car … Read More