Somerset Woman’s Quest to Reunite World War One Soldier’s Portrait with Family Friday, May 15, 2026 wwi soldier genealogy history memorial gloucestershire royalarmymedicalcorps research family tribute Willow Hewett, a Wells-based author and mother of two, unexpectedly stumbled upon a framed photograph of a World War One soldier at a car boot sale in Cheddar Market. Having bought it for just £5, what began as a simple … Read More
North Somerset Reaffirms Its Somerset Identity on Somerset Day Monday, May 11, 2026 northsomerset somerset somersetday alfredthegreat localgovernment ceremonialcounty history community unity council On Somerset Day, May 11, North Somerset’s council leader Mike Bell reaffirmed that North Somerset remains very much a part of Somerset, despite administrative changes over the years. The district, which includes towns such as … Read More
North Somerset Council Leader Affirms County Identity on Somerset Day Monday, May 11, 2026 somerset northsomerset somersetday alfredthegreat history heritage localgovernment countyidentity bath community North Somerset remains an integral part of Somerset, emphasized its council leader, Mike Bell, as the county commemorated Somerset Day on May 11. North Somerset, encompassing towns such as Weston-super-Mare, Clevedon, … Read More
Burnham-on-Sea Pier: Britain's Shortest Yet One of the Oldest with Unbeatable Arcades Tuesday, April 21, 2026 pier burnham-on-sea somerset arcades seaside edwardian tourism entertainment arcadegames history Nestled in the peaceful seaside town of Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, lies Britain’s shortest pier – a small but remarkable gem that has captured the hearts of holidaymakers for over a century. Though modest in size, this … Read More
American Soldier Executed at Shepton Mallet Prison for 1944 Rape and Murder of Seven-Year-Old Girl Sunday, April 19, 2026 sheptonmallet worldwarii crime execution northernireland murder militaryjustice mentalhealth familytrauma history Shepton Mallet Prison, steeped in history and countless stories, holds a particularly dark chapter from 1944 that still resonates today. It involves the tragic case of Patricia “Patsy” Wylie, a seven-year-old girl from a … Read More
Somerset's Watchet Lighthouse to Be Repainted Green After 160 Years as Red Friday, April 17, 2026 watchet lighthouse maritime navigation safety somerset harbour repainting regulations history For 164 years, Watchet Lighthouse in Somerset has stood as a bright red landmark guiding mariners safely into the town’s harbour. Now, the historic lighthouse must change its traditional crimson hue to green to align with … Read More