We Visited the Church Transformed into the Trendiest Café Saturday, December 6, 2025 church café frome community historic transformation art coffee victorian reuse In 1867, poet Matthew Arnold lamented the “sea of faith” receding—a reflection of his time. Yet, over 150 years later, faith endures, even as society becomes increasingly secular. This shift has prompted many churches to find … Read More
Campaigners Launch £458k Community Fundraising to Revive Historic Wells Pub Wednesday, December 3, 2025 wells britannia community fundraising pub historic eastwells socialhub restoration shareoffer A passionate community group in Wells is renewing efforts to bring The Britannia Inn back to life with a fresh fundraising drive. After more than two years of closure, locals are determined to regain ownership of this … Read More
Bath Couple 'Very Lucky' as Iconic Tree Falls Just Inches from Their Home Friday, November 21, 2025 bath tree stormclaudia boxelder northparade georgian historic stormdamage luck nature Peter and Brett Moore, residents of the picturesque North Parade Buildings in Bath, describe themselves as “very lucky” after an iconic Boxelder tree toppled just outside their home. The large, historic tree, which had stood … Read More
Historic Keynsham Church Launches £350,000 Campaign for Essential Repairs Wednesday, November 5, 2025 church keynsham restoration fundraising community repairs historic preservation events architecture A historic church at the heart of Keynsham, originally opened in 1835 as a Baptist place of worship, is embarking on a vital fundraising campaign to secure £350,000 for urgent repairs. The Grade II listed building on High … Read More
Medieval Manor with Romantic Gardens Hosts Enchanting Christmas Market Sunday, October 26, 2025 lytescary somerset medieval manor gardens christmas market nationaltrust heritage historic As winter approaches, Christmas lovers, history enthusiasts, and travelers alike have a unique opportunity to step back in time at one of England’s rare medieval manors. Nestled in the picturesque county of Somerset, Lytes … Read More
Couple Weds in Stunning £4 Million Somerset Mansion Won in Omaze Draw Friday, October 24, 2025 omaze somerset wedding mansion historic luxury holidayrental adoption britishheartfoundation prizedraw Paul Knight, 47, and his partner Justin Snowdon, 36, recently celebrated their wedding in their breathtaking £4 million Somerset mansion, a prize Paul won earlier this year in the Omaze Million Pound House Draw. The … Read More