Historic Shillingstone Station Set for Revival as Operational Railway and Museum Thursday, September 4, 2025 heritage railway restoration shillingstone steam diesel dorset museum community transport Dorset Council has approved the final stage in transforming the historic Shillingstone station into a fully operational railway and museum, marking a major milestone in a 20-year restoration project. The North Dorset Railway … Read More
Small Somerset Village Triumphs as Cramped Housing Development Plan Is Rejected Wednesday, September 3, 2025 beckington somerset planning development housing landscape heritage conservation localplan rural Plans to construct 24 new homes on Bath Road, Beckington—a small village near Frome—have been firmly rejected following a public inquiry. The development, proposed by the Gloucestershire-based Silverwood Partnership, was … Read More
Discover South Somerset: The South West's Best Alternative to the Cotswolds Sunday, August 31, 2025 southsomerset cotswolds somerset hamstone cider countryside culinary travel heritage hospitality Long celebrated as Britain’s quintessential countryside retreat, the Cotswolds has a new rival in the South West—South Somerset. According to a recent ranking by The Telegraph, this charming area has clinched an impressive … Read More
South West Village Revives Its Darkest Day with Muskets, Cannon Fire, and Betrayal Sunday, August 31, 2025 corfe civilwar reenactment siege history muskets cannon betrayal 17thcentury heritage The thunder of cannon fire, the clash of pikes, and the resolute call of Lady Bankes will echo through Corfe Castle as its darkest chapter is brought vividly to life. On Saturday, September 6, and Sunday, September 7, … Read More
Oldest Pub in Somerset Town Listed for Sale Again Saturday, August 30, 2025 pub somerset frome crown keyford acv community heritage sale renovation The Crown at Keyford, the oldest pub in the Somerset town of Frome, is once again up for sale just months after welcoming customers following extensive renovations. The iconic pub, located in the Keyford district, had … Read More
Bath: The UK’s Premier City for Food Lovers and Historic Charm Saturday, August 30, 2025 bath food restaurants culinary heritage tourism spa georgian unesco thermal Bath has firmly established itself not only as a historic gem but also as one of the UK’s foremost cities for food enthusiasts. Known worldwide for its stunning Georgian architecture, Roman baths, and cultural heritage, Bath … Read More