Pub Bought During Pandemic Thrives in Somerset Village, Welcomes Emmerdale Star Monday, August 4, 2025 pub sometown thelion somerset community lockdown refurbishment localbusiness emmerdale heritage Nestled in the quaint Somerset village of West Pennard, between Glastonbury and Shepton Mallet, The Lion pub is flourishing—despite being acquired during the turbulent Covid-19 pandemic. This historic establishment, dating … Read More
New Somerset Boutique Brings Fashion and Community Spirit Back to Watchet Saturday, July 19, 2025 boutique fashion community watchet resilience localbusiness somerset entrepreneurship affordability inclusivity Tucked away behind a hardware store in the seaside town of Watchet lies Maria’s Casual Wear, a vibrant new clothing boutique that opened its doors in April. More than just a retail space, it embodies resilience, community, … Read More
Somerset Duo Launch Unique Willy Wonka-Style Chocolate Factory Saturday, July 19, 2025 chocolatier wholefoods innovation flavours wellington confectionery artisanal workshop localbusiness creativity This July, Wellington welcomed the opening of a fascinating new chocolate factory nestled within the local wholefoods shop, Ruxstons. After months of dedicated preparation, the store unveiled its in-house chocolatier section … Read More
Friends Open Unique Coffee House, Ice Cream Parlour, and Florist in One Spot Sunday, July 13, 2025 bath florist coffee gelato bouquets community icecream apprenticeship workshops localbusiness In the heart of Bath’s vibrant Oldfield Park, a charming new venture called Flower and Scoop has blossomed into something truly special. Childhood companions Alison Rowley and Mandy Brown—both embracing life “on the right … Read More
Viral TikTok Campaign Saves Beloved Dorset Pub from Closure Tuesday, July 8, 2025 pub community dorset crowdfunding tiktok reopening localbusiness fundraising hospitality socialmedia In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Dorset village of Langton Herring has successfully saved its cherished local pub, The Elm Tree Inn, from permanent closure. Through a remarkable crowdfunding and viral TikTok … Read More
Ilminster Faces Economic Risk as Free Parking Plans Spark Concern Wednesday, July 2, 2025 ilminster parking somersetcouncil economy freeparking localbusiness consultation transport carparks policy Ilminster is at the centre of a heated debate as Somerset Council’s plans to introduce parking charges threaten to impact the town’s economic health. The council, led by the Liberal Democrats, aims to impose fees on currently … Read More