Restoring the Oldest Clock in Britain Sunday, March 30, 2025 somerset church clock restoration history 1400s timepiece montacute volunteer heritage St Catherine’s Church in Montacute, Somerset, is home to what experts believe may be one of the oldest working clocks in the UK, with origins dating back to the 1400s. Previously thought to have been crafted in the 1600s, the … Read More
One of the Oldest Working Clocks in the UK Found in Somerset Church Sunday, March 30, 2025 somerset church clock history restoration exhibition heritage timepiece community volunteers Montacute’s St Catherine’s Church may hold one of the oldest working timepieces in the UK, with experts dating its clock back to the 1400s during a recent assessment. The clock, originally thought to have been made in … Read More
Is a £14 Salad Worth Your Money? A Tale of Culinary Adventures in Breathtaking Tourist City Sunday, March 30, 2025 salad culinary tourism pricing economy heritage gastronomy international local dining A few years ago, I embarked on a holiday to Switzerland with my partner. The picturesque scenery of snow-capped mountains against a bright summer backdrop was truly captivating. However, amidst the beauty, we encountered the … Read More
Kelsey Grammer Granted Permission to Demolish Historic Somerset Cottage Despite Opposition Sunday, March 30, 2025 kelsey grammer somerset cottage demolition objections historic heritage community planning approval Renowned actor Kelsey Grammer, known for his roles in ‘Cheers’ and ‘Frasier’, has been given the green light to demolish a 200-year-old cottage in Somerset, triggering strong objections from local … Read More
Revitalizing Historic Bath Press Site with Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios Wednesday, January 8, 2025 bath press redevelopment architecture landscape urban heritage revitalization community historical The historic Bath Press site, formerly the home of Pitman Press printing works and vacant since 2007, is set to undergo a transformation as heritage developer City & Country partners with renowned architectural firm … Read More
Longleat's Epic Bat Cave Walkthrough Returns for 2025 Sunday, December 29, 2024 longleat bat cave 2025 stately home christmas walkthrough tickets heritage elizabethan history winter wonders Longleat has exciting news for 2025 as it prepares for the return of its popular Bat Cave walkthrough. The stately home is also offering Christmas gifts for the remaining festive season. Simon Askew, Interim Chief Operating … Read More