Plans to develop a substantial waste recycling facility near the Bridgwater and Taunton Canal in Somerset have been submitted, prompting mixed reactions from local residents and officials. Bridgwater Recycling Ltd, formerly …
A cherished long-distance footpath in Somerset has recently benefitted from significant improvements, thanks to a generous contribution from a local quarry operator. The East Mendip Way, stretching from the Bishop’s Palace in …
South West Water has implemented a hosepipe ban affecting customers in parts of Somerset, Devon, and Cornwall due to prolonged dry weather and increased water demand. The decision follows an extended period of exceptionally …
Holidaymakers planning to visit Somerset for a beach holiday this bank holiday weekend have been cautioned about the water quality at some of the region’s beaches. According to UK travel site Holidayparkguru.co.uk, 19 of the …
Ted, a local worker at Salt Rock, expressed strong reluctance when asked about swimming in Weston-super-Mare’s bay. The town has gained a dubious honor by being included in the Environment Agency’s list of beaches where …
The vital Dunball Sluice has undergone a £9.7 million refurbishment to bolster its capability of protecting the Somerset Levels and Moors for an additional 25 years. This significant engineering feat was spearheaded by the …
Somerset has identified six beach areas where swimmers are warned against taking a dip, including popular destinations such as Weston-super-Mare’s main beach and Dunster Beach. The Environment Agency found poor water quality …
Key upgrades to Taunton’s flood defences are set to proceed following the securing of funding from local housing developments. The funding, totaling up to £860,000, will allow the completion of detailed designs for the …