Iconic 70ft Tall Chelfham Viaduct to Open for Second Time in 200 Years Sunday, May 11, 2025 chelfham viaduct railway heritage devon lynton barnstaple restoration history architecture Devon’s historic Chelfham Viaduct is set to open to pedestrians for only the second time since its construction in 1896, offering rail enthusiasts and locals a unique opportunity to traverse this engineering marvel and … Read More
Iconic 70ft Chelfham Viaduct Opens to Pedestrians for Second Time in 200 Years Sunday, May 11, 2025 chelfham britishrailways viaduct heritage railways restoration history devon lyntonbarnstaple conservation Devon’s remarkable Chelfham Viaduct is set to open its deck to pedestrians for only the second time since its construction over 120 years ago. This rare event invites both railway enthusiasts and local residents to traverse … Read More
Historic Watermill Unveils Restored Grain Floor After Major Conservation Saturday, May 10, 2025 watermill restoration dunster heritage flour conservation nationaltrust somerset milling history Dunster Watermill, one of Somerset’s most treasured historical sites, is inviting visitors to explore deeper into its rich heritage with the opening of its previously inaccessible grain storage floor. This reveal comes just … Read More
Charming Somerset Seaside Town Boasts Its Own 'Leaning Tower of Pisa' Friday, May 9, 2025 burnham-on-sea somerset seaside leaningtower standrews beach tourism history pier lighthouse Nestled along the scenic Somerset coastline, the picturesque town of Burnham-on-Sea offers visitors a delightful blend of history, seaside fun, and unique landmarks. Among its standout attractions is St Andrew’s Church, home … Read More
Somerset Day: Celebrate with Wurzels Gig, Cider Tastings, and More Thursday, May 8, 2025 somerset somersetday wurzels cider festival charity music family history community Somerset Day is back, bringing the county together to celebrate all things Somerset with a weekend full of exciting events. From lively Wurzels concerts to free cider tastings, there’s something for everyone—and much of it is … Read More
Schoolboy's Face in Historic V-E Day Photo Captures Community Spirit of Celebration Thursday, May 8, 2025 veday bath celebration community wwii history photo family rationing military Eighty years ago today, the streets of Bath came alive with jubilant celebrations marking Victory in Europe (V-E) Day, and a single iconic photograph perfectly captures the joy and unity of the moment. The photo features a … Read More