116 Homes Proposed on Hazardous Roadside Near Wells Sparks Safety Concerns Monday, October 20, 2025 wells development housing roadsafety somerset environment planning infrastructure flooding community Plans to construct 116 new homes on the western edge of Wells, Somerset’s smallest city, have ignited debate due to the reportedly hazardous road conditions in the area. The proposed site, located off the B3139 Wookey Road … Read More
North Somerset Unveils Massive Plan for 25,000 New Homes Amid Public Backlash Sunday, October 19, 2025 northsomerset housing localplan development infrastructure sustainability greenbelt consultation environment urbangrowth North Somerset Council has revealed an extensive update to its Local Plan, detailing where approximately 24,495 new homes and significant employment land will be developed between 2026 and 2041. This ambitious blueprint aims … Read More
North Somerset Unveils Ambitious Plan for 24,495 New Homes Amid Local Opposition Sunday, October 19, 2025 northsomerset housing development infrastructure localplan environment greenbelt consultation sustainability community North Somerset Council is set to launch a public consultation on its updated Local Plan, outlining proposals for nearly 25,000 new homes, alongside job creation and key infrastructure developments over the next 15 years. The … Read More
Vast Flood Defence Scheme Nears Completion to Safeguard Somerset Levels Sunday, October 19, 2025 somerset flooding drainage infrastructure flooddefence rivers parrett engineering environment resilience A £10 million flood defence scheme across the Somerset Levels is approaching completion, marking the final phase of a decade-long initiative to reduce flood risks for local communities. Led by the Somerset Rivers Authority … Read More
Innovative Bike Bus Boosts Safety and Community Spirit at Bathampton Primary School Tuesday, October 14, 2025 bikebus bathampton cycling schoolrun safety community activetravel sustainability children environment Bathampton Primary School has introduced an innovative “Bike Bus” initiative that is quickly gaining popularity among families, with participation steadily increasing since its launch in September. This marks the first bike … Read More
Kids Get Muddy Feet and Life Lessons at Somerset Gardening Club Monday, October 13, 2025 gardening sustainability education wildflowers rain environment children community nature somerset At Westfield Primary School in Midsomer Norton, young gardeners have been diving into sustainability, planting the seeds of environmental awareness while getting delightfully muddy. The school’s Garden Club offers children … Read More