Tractor Fire in Somerset Spreads, Devastates Crops Friday, March 20, 2026 somerset tractor fire crops smoke blaze agriculture emergency farming damage A fierce tractor fire in Somerset has rapidly spread, resulting in significant destruction of nearby crops. Witnesses captured powerful footage showing thick black smoke billowing into the sky as flames engulfed the vehicle. … Read More
South West Farm Fined for Repeated Slurry Pollution of River Tuesday, March 10, 2026 slurry pollution farming ammonia environmentagency runoff waterquality fines manure environmentalimpact JD Spencer Farm Partnership, located at Manor Farm in Langley Burrell, Chippenham, has been fined thousands of pounds following two separate slurry pollution incidents that contaminated local waterways. On March 6, the … Read More
HMRC’s Inheritance Tax ‘Time-Bomb’ for Farmers Set to Explode on April 6, 2026 Monday, March 9, 2026 inheritance tax farming hmrc legislation relief agriculture planning farmers financeact Farmers across the UK face a looming inheritance tax (IHT) “time-bomb” as major legislative changes come into effect on April 6, 2026. These changes, introduced in the Finance Act 2026, will impose new limits on … Read More
11 Exciting Things to Do in Somerset This Spring, Including Easter Hunts Sunday, March 8, 2026 spring somerset easter outdoors adventure family picnic bluebells farming watersports sport Spring is finally upon us, bringing longer days and warmer weather to Somerset. As the sun lingers later into the evening, it’s the perfect time to embrace the outdoors and indulge in fresh experiences. Whether you’re seeking … Read More
Somerset Animal Sanctuary Urgently Seeks Support as Hay Prices Double Sunday, February 15, 2026 sanctuary hay animals winter donations somerset farming forage charity wildlife Ferne Animal Sanctuary, located near Chard in Somerset, has launched an urgent appeal to raise funds for 1,000 bales of hay, following a critical shortage caused by soaring prices. The sanctuary, which cares for more than 300 … Read More
Couple Swap London Life for Flourishing Somerset Flower Farm After Life-Changing Diagnosis Tuesday, January 27, 2026 flowerfarm somerset multiplesclerosis lifestylechange farming chelseaflowershow perseverance gardening countryside resilience Kate Reich, 30, and her husband Patrick, 29, made a bold decision to leave their cramped London flat behind and embark on a remarkable journey to create a flower farm in the tranquil Somerset countryside. What began as a leap … Read More