Somerset’s “Best Village” Faces an Uncertain Future Amid Housing Expansion Plans Sunday, July 13, 2025 saltford somerset housing greenbelt expansion community development conservation traffic bath Saltford, a charming village nestled between Bath and Bristol, is renowned for its green spaces, warm community spirit, and tranquil riverside walks. Home to just 4,000 residents, it offers a handful of essential amenities—a … Read More
Otter Garden Centres Expands Family-Run Legacy with Acquisition of Whitehall Garden Centre in Somerset Saturday, July 12, 2025 otter whitehall gardencentre acquisition familybusiness sustainability plants norfolk expansion nurseries Otter Garden Centres has broadened its footprint with the acquisition of Whitehall Garden Centre in Whitchurch, near Bristol. This marks the eighth location to join Otter’s expanding portfolio, underscoring its commitment to … Read More
Otter Garden Centres Expands Family Legacy with Acquisition of Whitehall Garden Centre in Somerset Saturday, July 12, 2025 otter whitehall gardencentre acquisition familybusiness sustainability plants somerset horticulture expansion Otter Garden Centres has enhanced its footprint in the southwest with the acquisition of Whitehall Garden Centre in Whitchurch, near Bristol. This marks the eighth site to join Otter’s expanding portfolio, which remains … Read More
Cult Fashion Brand Cambridge Satchel Opens New Store in Bath Friday, July 11, 2025 cambridgesatchel bath retail leather fashion craftsmanship boutique britishheritage expansion accessories Cambridge Satchel, the renowned leather accessories brand, has expanded its retail footprint with the opening of a new store in Bath. This marks the company’s sixth UK retail location and its fourth launch this year, … Read More
Bristol Council Rejects Controversial Bristol Airport Expansion Plans Friday, July 11, 2025 bristol airport expansion environment council protest aviation emissions transport planning Bristol City Council has formally opposed the latest proposal to expand Bristol Airport’s annual passenger capacity from 10.5 million to 15 million. While Labour councillors abstained and Conservatives supported the plan, the … Read More
Waitrose Unveils Major New Distribution Centre in Bristol to Boost South West Service Tuesday, July 8, 2025 waitrose distribution logistics bristol sustainability supplychain southwest carbonreduction mountpark expansion Waitrose has announced plans to establish a substantial new distribution centre in Bristol, marking its first logistics facility in the South West region. This 360,000-square-foot hub, located at Mountpark’s Bristol 360 site … Read More