Historic UK Railway Revival Realizes Brunel’s Vision After 161 Years Sunday, May 18, 2025 railway brunel heritage somerset yeovil gwr restoration history steam railroad A long-abandoned railway stretch in Somerset is finally coming to life, 161 years after its initial design by Isambard Kingdom Brunel as part of the Great Western Railway (GWR). Originally, economic challenges prevented the … Read More
Dinosaurs and Debate Come to Life at Somerset’s Gauge Museum Family Show Sunday, May 18, 2025 dinosaurs fossils theatre heritage education family workshops science somerset history This summer, Somerset’s Gauge Museum will transport families into the heart of a quirky dinosaur-themed performance inspired by one of history’s most famous fossil discoveries. On Saturday, June 21, visitors at Platform 1, … Read More
Discover Freshford: A Beautiful UK Village Just Five Miles from Bath, Yet a Well-Kept Secret Friday, May 16, 2025 freshford somerset bath village history nature conservation cotswolds tourism heritage If you’re seeking a peaceful staycation destination, Freshford in Somerset is an idyllic choice. Located just five miles from the vibrant city of Bath, this picturesque village offers the perfect blend of rural serenity and … Read More
Last Resident of Dorset’s WWII ‘Ghost Village’ Tyneham Passes Away at 100 Thursday, May 15, 2025 tyneham dorset wwii ghostvillage evacuation heritage history military community legacy Peter Wellman, the last known resident of Tyneham—the World War II ghost village in Dorset—has passed away at the age of 100. Born in Tyneham in 1924, Peter made a heartfelt return to his childhood village last year, … Read More
Discover Pensford: The Tranquil Somerset Village Nestled Between Two Cities Thursday, May 15, 2025 pensford somerset staycation viaduct chewvalley history walking pub countryside bushcraft While Somerset is renowned for vibrant cities like Bath and Bristol, it’s the region’s charming villages that truly capture the essence of tranquil countryside living and historic heritage. Among these hidden gems is … Read More
Somerset Schools Commemorate 80th VE Day Anniversary with Enthusiastic Tributes Tuesday, May 13, 2025 somerset veday anniversary schools commemoration history education veterans wwii tribute On the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, schools across Somerset offered a heartfelt tribute by stepping back in time to honor this significant moment in history. Pupils and staff immersed themselves in a … Read More