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
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
Discovery of Queen Victoria’s Undergarments in Somerset Wardrobe Tuesday, December 10, 2024 queen victoria somerset auction historical clothing heritage monarchy royal undergarments collector A startling discovery has been made in a Somerset wardrobe – baggy bloomers, a chemise, and slipper shoes once belonging to Queen Victoria. Passed down through generations, these rare items are set to go under the hammer at … Read More
West Somerset Railway Reconnecting to Mainline Rail Services Tuesday, November 26, 2024 railway heritage connectivity funding proposal business case somerset transport infrastructure tourism The West Somerset Railway (WSR) is in the process of seeking funding from the central government to reconnect its heritage railway line to mainline railway services. The proposal aims to improve transport options and boost … Read More