The Courageous Legacy of WW2 Naval Hero Marsie Taylor Sunday, May 4, 2025 wwii medals british history heroes auction courage women military legacy A rare and historic set of medals awarded to Marsie Taylor, a British woman who served as a courageous naval hero during World War II, is set to be auctioned off in May. The collection, which includes the prestigious British … Read More
Grand Reopening: Somerset's Iconic Blue Ball Inn Friday, May 2, 2025 somerset pub history reopening thatched-roof triscombe taunton 400 years celebration landmark The historic Blue Ball Inn at Triscombe, near Taunton, is set to welcome patrons once again, unveiling its 400 years of rich history in a grand reopening event scheduled for Friday, May 2. Having withstood seven previous … Read More
Discovering the Charm of Compton Martin, a Somerset Village Sunday, April 27, 2025 compton martin somerset mendips village alpine bristol history picturesque scenic charm Nestled in the Mendips, just 30 minutes from Bristol, Compton Martin offers a picturesque escape reminiscent of the Alpine regions. The village is steeped in history, from dramatic events to ancient dwellings that transport … Read More
Bath Rugby's Oldest Living Player Celebrates 100th Birthday with Legacy Cap Wednesday, April 23, 2025 bath rugby player centenarian legacy cap heritage celebration history honor gallagher premiership Centenarian Stanley Francis, believed to be Bath Rugby club’s oldest living player, was honored with a special 1865 Club legacy cap in celebration of his 100th birthday. Stanley, who made his debut for the Blue, Black and … Read More
140 Years: Victorian Horn to Resound as South West Town Celebrates Historic Train Departure Tuesday, April 22, 2025 swanage railway victorian horn anniversary celebration history train commemoration event A brass horn that once signaled the departure of the first passenger train from Swanage in May 1885 is set to echo through time once more. The historic instrument will take center stage as part of the 140th-anniversary … Read More
Celebrating 250 years of Hatchers, a thriving Somerset department store Tuesday, April 22, 2025 somerset department store anniversary celebration family-owned taunton history milestone business community Hatchers, one of the oldest family-owned department stores in the UK, is commemorating its 250th anniversary. Established in April 1775 as a drapery business, the store has become a thriving presence on Taunton’s High Street, … Read More