The Somerset Levels, renowned worldwide for their unique wetlands environment and diverse plant and wildlife, are the focus of a growing campaign seeking National Park status for the area. Supporters say such a designation …
The Somerset Levels are internationally recognised for their distinctive wetlands environment, rich plant life and diverse wildlife. This picturesque area, cherished by visitors, is now the focus of a campaign to be …
Anita Roy, an author who relocated from the bustling streets of New Delhi to the semi-rural Somerset town of Wellington in 2015, describes hope as a muscle: “The more you exercise it, the more of it there is.” Leaving behind …
The Environment Agency has revealed plans to improve safety features at weirs on two Somerset rivers. The proposed works include replacing steps at both Lovington Weir and Somerton Weir, alongside installing handrails and …
“Hope is a muscle. The more you exercise it, the more of it there is.” These words, shared by Anita Roy, capture the spirit of Wellington, a semi-rural town in Somerset with a population of around 18,000. Anita moved here …
“Hope is a muscle. The more you exercise it, the more of it there is.” Author Anita Roy relocated to Wellington from New Delhi in 2015, trading the bustling metropolis of 28 million for a semi-rural Somerset town of around …
Plans to build a new recycling centre in Weston-super-Mare, located across the road from the existing facility, are projected to cost more than the extensive restoration of Birnbeck Pier. On 8 August, North Somerset Council …
Plans for a new recycling centre in Weston-super-Mare, to be located just across the road from the existing facility, are projected to cost more than the extensive restoration of the nationally significant Birnbeck Pier. On 8 …
Independent Water Networks Ltd (IWNL) has implemented a temporary hosepipe ban across several locations within the Bristol Water Region, effective from 00:01 on 28 August 2026. This measure, introduced under sections 76 and …
Wessex Water has issued an update regarding the ongoing hosepipe ban following recent rainfall across Somerset. The ban was implemented in August, marking the first such restriction in 50 years, and affects customers in …
Wessex Water has issued an update regarding the continuation of its hosepipe ban after some much-needed rainfall was recorded across Somerset. The company introduced the ban in August, marking the first such restriction in 50 …
Bath and North East Somerset Council’s planning committee has narrowly approved plans by Persimmon to build 200 homes on green belt land at the south-western edge of Keynsham. The decision, made by a 5-4 vote on 2 September, …
North Somerset Council is set to discuss plans for a new £56 million recycling centre and waste depot in Weston-super-Mare as the existing facility’s lease approaches its expiration. A recent council report highlighted that …
The Strawberry Line in North Somerset, recently crowned Britain’s favourite walking path, will face temporary closures over the next two months to allow for critical safety operations. Starting today, Tuesday 1 September, …
More than 15,000 people have signed a petition calling on Somerset Council to halt plans for a large data centre development in Bridgwater. The proposed facility, covering an area equivalent to 180 football fields, has been …