Pub Landlady’s Heartfelt Farewell Marks End of an Era at Badger’s Holt Saturday, July 5, 2025 pub retirement community exmoor tradition hospitality pandemic owner heritage transformation When Glenna Waterhouse first stumbled upon the Badger’s Holt in the quiet village of Bridgetown on Exmoor, it was purely by chance during a holiday. With her caravan in tow, she was visiting friends who had recently settled … Read More
Electrifying New Watersport Soars into Somerset at Wimbleball Lake Saturday, July 5, 2025 efoiling watersport somerset wimbleball exmoor southwestlakes electricboard hydrofoil summer outdooractivities sport This summer, thrill-seekers in Somerset have a new way to experience the water with the introduction of eFoiling at Wimbleball Lake on Exmoor. Thanks to Somerset Council’s support, the South West Lakes Trust has brought this … Read More
Dunster Castle Stables Transformed by Immersive Nature-Inspired Art Thursday, July 3, 2025 dunster waterscapes conservation riveraller exmoor digitalart restoration nationaltrust ecology immersive Dunster Castle’s historic stables are being reimagined as a captivating, immersive art space celebrating nature, science, and conservation. From July 25 to August 1, the National Trust presents Waterscapes, an innovative … Read More
Rare Glimpse Behind Dulverton’s Hidden Gardens in One-Day Charity Trail Friday, June 20, 2025 dulverton gardens charity exmoor fundraiser community trail volunteer foodbank seddons On Sunday, June 22, from 10am to 4:30pm, visitors to Dulverton will have a unique opportunity to explore some of the town’s most beautiful private gardens, usually hidden behind hedges and walls. As part of the ‘Secret … Read More
Medieval Somerset Bridge to Receive £150,000 Flood Protection Upgrade Tuesday, June 10, 2025 somerset exmoor tarrsteps floodprevention riverbarle medieval restoration floodplain ecology conservation A cherished medieval bridge in Somerset is set to benefit from a £150,000 flood prevention initiative aimed at preserving its structure and protecting surrounding communities. The River Barle, flowing from its source at … Read More
Historic Medieval Somerset Bridge Secured by £150,000 Flood Prevention Project Tuesday, June 10, 2025 somerset tarrsteps floodprevention riverbarle exmoor heritage restoration ecology environment infrastructure A historic medieval bridge in rural Somerset is set to be protected by an ambitious flood prevention scheme costing nearly £150,000. The River Barle, flowing from Pinkery Reservoir on Exmoor’s Chains plateau through … Read More