Man Walks 100 Miles in Wooden Shoes to Honor His Late Father Friday, August 22, 2025 charity hospice history monmouth memorial challenge fundraising walking heritage community Mark Vaughan, a passionate history enthusiast, embarked on an extraordinary 100-mile walk wearing traditional wooden shoes to honor the memory of his late father, David. Inspired by the 340th anniversary of the Monmouth … Read More
Bridgwater Docks Regeneration Project Set to Revitalize Historic Area Thursday, August 21, 2025 bridgwater regeneration docks sustainability heritage marina consultation council infrastructure development Somerset Council is seeking public input on the ambitious regeneration of Bridgwater Docks, a key element of the Bridgwater Town Deal—a £23.2 million fund dedicated to revitalizing and modernizing the town centre. This … Read More
Historic Somerset Theatre Saved After Flats Plan Rejected Wednesday, August 20, 2025 amulet theatre somerset sheptonmallet community heritage planning arts culture campaign The Amulet Theatre in Shepton Mallet hosted its first live performance in more than ten years this past weekend, marking a significant victory for local arts enthusiasts and the wider community. This milestone came just days … Read More
Historic Somerset Theatre Preserved as Flats Plan Rejected Wednesday, August 20, 2025 somerset theatre amulet sheptonmallet community heritage planning campaign arts culture After more than ten years, the Amulet Theatre in Shepton Mallet came alive again this weekend with its first live theatre performances in over a decade. This milestone follows Somerset Council’s recent refusal of a planning … Read More
Inside the UK's Most Quirky Family-Run Pub: The Rose & Crown Monday, August 18, 2025 pub heritage family somerset community ales cider events history hospitality Nestled in the village of Huish Episcopi, the Rose & Crown is a pub steeped in history and tradition. Established in 1640, it has been lovingly managed by the same family for over 150 years, spanning five generations. … Read More
Countryfile's John Craven Shares Emotional Funeral Wishes and Yorkshire Affection Monday, August 18, 2025 johncraven countryfile yorkshire bbc funeralwishes knaresborough wharfedale otleychevin countryside heritage John Craven, the beloved presenter of the long-running BBC show Countryfile, opened up about his final wishes and his enduring love for Yorkshire during the most recent episode of the series. Having been the face of … Read More