Lockdown-born Bath business named one of UK’s most inspiring firms Saturday, November 29, 2025 smallbiz100 bath lockdown smallbusiness literature crafts independent entrepreneurship americanexpress recognition Born out of a creative spark during the 2020 lockdown, Literary Craft Parlour has grown from a passion project to a globally admired small business. Founded by Marianne Coote in Bath, this online shop transforms a love of … Read More
Lockdown Art Blooms Into Love and Charity for Somerset Couple Tuesday, October 28, 2025 somerset lockdown art charity exhibition creativity love community painting shelter During the first COVID-19 lockdown, Ivor and Carol, a couple from North Petherton, Somerset, discovered more than just a creative outlet—they found love that blossomed alongside their artistic journey. Encouraged by Ivor’s … Read More
Somerset Women Achieve Black Belt Mastery in Karate After Lockdown Wednesday, October 15, 2025 karate blackbelt somerset lockdown selfdefense martialarts agediversity inspiration fitness community Two women from Somerset, Susie McPherson of Merriott and Beryl Bellamy of South Petherton, have defied age expectations by earning their black belts in karate after beginning the sport following lockdown. The pair, both 79 … Read More
Schools Locked Down in Weston-super-Mare After Armed Man Sighting Tuesday, October 7, 2025 lockdown weston-super-mare armed police schools meadvale northsomerset safety patrol community On Tuesday, October 7, schools in Weston-super-Mare were placed on lockdown following reports of an armed man seen roaming the Mead Vale area. The alert came after a member of the public notified police about the suspicious … Read More
From Fillings to Frosting: Bridgwater Dentist’s Showstopping Cakes Win Hearts Wednesday, September 3, 2025 baking dentist bridgwater cakes creativity lockdown therapy patience cupcakes mydentist While the Great British Bake Off captivates viewers nationwide, Dr. Laxmi Hegde, a general dentist at mydentist Bridgwater, has already earned star baker status among her loved ones and colleagues. Known for her intricate … Read More
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