Explore Somerset's Poetic Trails That Inspired Samuel Taylor Coleridge Friday, May 30, 2025 coleridge quantock poetry romantic walking somerset literature hiking nature history Step into the world of Samuel Taylor Coleridge during a special walking festival across the Quantock Hills, hosted by the National Trust on Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8. This unique event invites visitors to follow in … Read More
Star's Somerset Home Renovation Faces Setback After Medieval Skeletons Discovered Monday, May 26, 2025 florencewelch somerset estate renovation medieval archaeology skeletons heritage property history Acquiring and renovating a 12th-century countryside estate is no small feat, especially when history literally surfaces during construction. Pop star Florence Welch has recently encountered such challenges while working on … Read More
Historic Somerset cottage from iconic 90s music video hits the market Sunday, May 25, 2025 somerset quantock silkmills bryanadams heritage conservation musicvideo cottage history property Silk Mills, a charming cottage nestled in Somerset’s picturesque Quantock Hills, is famously known as the filming location for Bryan Adams’ legendary 1991 hit, “(Everything I Do) I Do It For You.” This power … Read More
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