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
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