Downside School Embarks on Bold New Era with Plans to Acquire Former Monastery Friday, August 29, 2025 downside monastery boarding education leadership retreat sen nursery heritage expansion Downside School is entering an exciting new chapter as it prepares to acquire the former Monastery from Downside Abbey, aiming to unlock new possibilities for its future growth and sustainability. This strategic move follows … Read More
New Shoemakers Museum Celebrates 200 Years of Clarks Footwear Heritage Friday, August 29, 2025 clarks shoemaking museum heritage somerset footwear archive exhibition history community A new museum dedicated to celebrating two centuries of Clarks shoemaking heritage is set to open next month in Street, Somerset. Coinciding with Clarks' 200-year anniversary, the Shoemakers Museum will welcome visitors on … Read More
Win a Year’s Supply of Charlie Bigham’s Meals at Wells Food Festival with Tray Upcycling Wednesday, August 27, 2025 wellsfoodfestival charliebigham upcycling sustainability somerset foodcompetition localbusiness ecofriendly heritage readymeals This year’s Wells Food Festival, held on Sunday, October 12, offers an exciting opportunity for visitors to win a year’s supply of Charlie Bigham’s meals. The Somerset-based company, celebrating its fifth year as the … Read More
Village Appeals to Save Unique Brutalist Church from Demolition Wednesday, August 27, 2025 brutalism architecture heritage conservation community batheaston church demolition planning diocese Residents of Batheaston, a village near Bath, are urging the Bishop of Clifton to grant them the opportunity to purchase the Church of the Good Shepherd before it is demolished. This striking brutalist church, built in 1967, … Read More
Somerset’s Beloved Splash Pool: A Cherished Family Landmark Monday, August 25, 2025 somerset splashpool community families memories swimming heritage tradition outdoor recreation For generations, Somerset’s iconic Splash pool has been more than just a swimming spot—it has been a place where families forged lasting memories and friends gathered to enjoy sunny days. The vibrant pool, known for its … Read More
Somerset's Beloved Splash Pool: A Cherished Memory for Families Monday, August 25, 2025 somerset splashpool community memories families swimming recreation heritage tradition local For many families in Somerset, the iconic Splash pool was more than just a place to swim—it was a hub of joy, laughter, and lasting memories. Generations grew up spending sunny days at the pool, forging friendships and … Read More