Somerset Housing Plans Threaten Local Farms and Community Needs, Say Campaigners Thursday, October 30, 2025 somerset watchet development farms housing affordable planning community environment council Plans to build 230 new homes and commercial space on Parsonage Farm near Watchet in Somerset have sparked strong opposition from local residents and campaign groups. Critics warn the development could lead to the permanent … Read More
Fury Mounts as ‘Death Tax’ Threatens Family Farms and Food Security Sunday, September 14, 2025 inheritance tax farming agriculture protest farms foodsecurity farmers policy britain Farmers across the West Country are raising the alarm over government plans to impose a 20% inheritance tax on agricultural estates worth over £1 million. They warn this “death tax” could irrevocably damage the future of … Read More
Discovering Somerset's Culinary Delights Saturday, April 26, 2025 somerset foodies farms festival producers sustainable eco-conscious community agriculture regenerative Sweeping across the picturesque Somerset countryside, the Somerset Food Trail Festival is set to captivate visitors from July 18 to July 27, offering an exclusive look into the region’s progressive and eco-friendly food … Read More