Ilminster

Monday, October 20, 2025 somerset ilminster education primaryschool herneview canalway development schoolexpansion housing localgovernment

Somerset Council is set to generate £1 million by selling land in Ilminster that was originally designated for a new primary school. The site, located on Canal Way and close to the Herne View Church of England Primary School, … Read More

Saturday, October 18, 2025 ilminster neighbourhoodplan housing somerset community development greenspaces planning infrastructure localgovernment

Ilminster residents will now have a stronger voice in shaping new housing developments after the town’s Neighbourhood Plan was officially adopted by Somerset Council. The plan’s journey began in October 2015, with public … Read More

Saturday, September 13, 2025 florist frome ilminster flowers flowerfarm sustainable britishgrown wedding independent floristry

For 14 years, Bramble & Wild has been a beloved independent florist in Frome, renowned for its romantic, rustic floral designs, wedding flowers, and thoughtfully curated gifts. Founded and run by Grace Salter Haskins and … Read More

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 ilminster housing development hedgerows biodiversity access phosphates infrastructure persimmon ecology

Revised plans for a major housing development in Ilminster are set to be submitted this autumn, following Persimmon Homes South West’s approval to remove sections of nearby hedgerows to facilitate site access. The … Read More

Monday, July 28, 2025 ilminster charity community volunteers party park fundraising dogshow festival summer

The Ilminster Party on the Park, a cherished annual event held on the Sunday of the August bank holiday, is gearing up for another memorable day filled with fun, community spirit, and charity fundraising. Since its inception … Read More

Saturday, July 5, 2025 fire chard workshop firefighters emergency lithiumbattery somerset containment axminster ilminster

Firefighters in Chard, Somerset, were praised for their prompt and effective response in containing a fire that broke out in a workshop storing motorbikes and a charging lithium-ion battery pack late on Friday, July 4. … Read More