Bridgwater’s Commercial Inn: A Community Pub Reborn with Record-Breaking Success Thursday, November 6, 2025 bridgwater commercialinn community publife hospitality brewing events revival localbusiness ownership “I just love making everyone happy.” This simple motto drives Kayleigh Howitt, the dynamic new owner of The Commercial Inn on Redgate Street, Bridgwater, who has breathed fresh life into the once-sleepy local pub. Since … Read More
Chip-stealing Seagull Mural Breathes New Life into Taunton’s Independent Quarter Friday, October 31, 2025 mural seagull taunton community streetart independent chipshop publicart localbusiness revitalization A cheeky mural featuring a seagull snatching chips has become the talk of Taunton’s town centre, injecting character and charm into the independent shopping quarter. This vibrant artwork, the final installment in a … Read More
Residents Divided Over Town Centre Seagull Mural Wednesday, October 22, 2025 taunton mural seagulls streetart community controversy localbusiness aerosolart publicart residents A bold new seagull mural has sparked debate among residents in Taunton’s town centre. The large, colorful artwork, depicting swooping seagulls stealing chips, was painted on the side of a local chip shop as part of an … Read More
Bath Record and Flower Shop Shuts Down Amid Rent Dispute with Council Tuesday, October 14, 2025 bath chapter22 rentdispute independentshops council closure broadstreet retail localbusiness shopclosure Chapter 22, a beloved flower and record shop located on Broad Street in Bath, has closed its doors after a protracted rent dispute with Bath and North East Somerset Council. The council had demanded repayment of a … Read More
Somerset Village Shop Reopens After Eight Years, Bringing Vital Convenience Back Tuesday, October 14, 2025 rudloe londis somerset villageshop community reopening convenience groceries localbusiness retail After eight long years without a village store, the residents of Rudloe in Somerset finally have a reason to celebrate. The brand-new Londis store officially opened its doors on Wednesday, October 8, marking a significant … Read More
Concerns Rise as Yeovil Car Park Developments Threaten Local Businesses Wednesday, October 8, 2025 yeovil carparks masterplan localbusiness somersetcouncil urbandevelopment publicconsultation parking housing regeneration Plans to redevelop key car parks near Yeovil town centre have sparked strong opposition from local representatives and business advocates, who warn the move could severely impact accessibility and trade in the area. Somerset … Read More