Massive Somerset Soft Play Centre Near M5 Battles to Stay Open Amid Rising Costs Friday, July 10, 2026 softplay somerset community familybusiness bridgwater summerholidays fundraiser childcare costofliving independentbusiness Jolly Jumpers Playzone, a beloved soft play centre in Bridgwater, Somerset, is urgently seeking community support as it faces soaring operational costs. This family-run business, founded over a decade ago by the Welham … Read More
Graffiti Defaces Closed Bath Shop Following Dispute with Council Friday, June 5, 2026 graffiti bath shopclosure council vandalism independentbusiness retail conflict community economy The front of the recently closed Chapter 22 shop in Bath has been vandalized with graffiti containing offensive language, including the phrase “F*** Bath” and derogatory remarks targeting the local council. Chapter 22, a … Read More
Somerset's Finest Lifestyle Businesses Shine in the 2026 Muddy Stilettos Awards Sunday, April 26, 2026 muddystilettos somerset lifestyle awards independentbusiness hospitality wellness artisanfood retail culture The much-anticipated Muddy Stilettos Awards have unveiled the finalists celebrating the very best independent lifestyle businesses across Somerset and its neighbouring regions. Following an incredible response last year—with … Read More
Celebrity Baker Richard Bertinet Criticizes 47% Rent Hike on Bath Cookery School Friday, February 13, 2026 richardbertinet bath rentincrease smallbusiness cookeryschool localeconomy independentbusiness bakery council hospitality Richard Bertinet, a celebrated chef known for his appearances on Saturday Kitchen and James Martin’s Saturday Morning, has voiced his frustration after receiving a staggering 47% rent increase for his cookery school in … Read More