Flooding

Flooding

Taunton Trees Removed in Effort to Mitigate Flood Risks

In response to the severe flooding that affected Somerset last winter, authorities in Taunton have undertaken the removal of certain trees as a precautionary measure to help prevent future flooding. The decision to fell these …

By Luke Walsh · · 1 min read

Flood Prevention

Taunton Trees Removed in Flood Prevention Efforts

In response to the significant flooding experienced across Somerset last winter, authorities in Taunton have undertaken the removal of certain trees as a preventative measure against future flood events. The decision to fell …

By Charles Bowser · · 1 min read

Flood Prevention

Trees in Taunton Removed Amid Flood Prevention Efforts

In response to the severe flooding that impacted Somerset last winter, local authorities in Taunton have undertaken the removal of select trees as part of broader flood prevention measures. This action aims to reduce the risk …

By Charles Bowser · · 1 min read

Lido

UK's Oldest Lido in Bath Reopens for One Day Amid Restoration Plans

Cleveland Pools, the UK’s oldest public outdoor swimming pool located in Bath, is set to reopen to visitors for one day only this weekend, although swimming activities will not resume. The historic lido, which dates back over …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read

Data Centres

Over 15,000 oppose data centre plans on Somerset Levels

More than 15,000 people have signed a petition calling on Somerset Council to halt plans for a large data centre development in Bridgwater. The proposed facility, covering an area equivalent to 180 football fields, has been …

By Charles Bowser · · 3 min read

A39

Somerset's Flood-Prone A39 to Close for a Month of Essential Works

A key stretch of the A39 in west Somerset, known for severe flooding, is set to close for vital maintenance works lasting up to a month. Somerset Council will undertake extensive drainage improvements and road resurfacing …

By Charles Bowser · · 3 min read