Somerset Pub of the Year: Help Us Find the County’s Best Monday, June 9, 2025 pub somerset community ales nightlife entertainment hospitality awards local nomination Pubs are more than just places to grab a drink — they’re the heart of our communities. They’re where we laugh, share stories, sing along to live music, and connect with friends old and new. There’s truly nothing like a … Read More
We Tried Somerset’s ‘Next Coffee Giant’ with a Laid-Back Cool Vibe Saturday, May 24, 2025 coffee somerset finca yeovil westcountry café local roast icedlatte minimalist As a teenager, the trend of being ‘artfully dishevelled’ was the ultimate style — appearing effortlessly casual while actually putting in a lot of effort. This meticulously careless look, from tousled hair to … Read More
I Went to a Seaside Town’s Indoor Market and Was the Only Customer Saturday, May 10, 2025 weston market indoor business community retail regeneration local economy transformation On an overcast Monday afternoon during the Easter holidays, I found myself the only customer at Weston Indoor Market in Weston-super-Mare. The market appeared quiet, perhaps a victim of gloomy British weather rather than … Read More
A Quiet Visit to Weston Indoor Market Reveals Unexpected Charm Saturday, May 10, 2025 weston market retail community weston-super-mare business local transformation economy culture On a drizzly Monday afternoon during the Easter holidays, I found myself wandering alone through the Weston Indoor Market in Weston-super-Mare. At first glance, the market looked deserted. Only two stalls were open—one … Read More
I Live in Overcrowded Bath but Love Tourists — And So Should You Wednesday, May 7, 2025 tourism bath travel local economy housing airbnb heritage community visitors Tourists—those adventurous souls who leave their hometowns to explore the world, satisfy their curiosity, broaden their horizons, and immerse themselves in new experiences—are often met with mixed feelings. For many locals, … Read More
Revitalizing Street Market: A Thriving Community Hub Tuesday, May 6, 2025 street market community management growth local council empowerment revitalization strategy The Street Parish Council has embraced the responsibility of managing the weekly Street Market, a Thursday tradition. This change is part of Somerset Council’s effort to decentralize assets and services, empowering … Read More