Lichfield: England’s Most ‘English’ City Hidden in Plain Sight Thursday, August 7, 2025 lichfield england cathedral samueljohnson history tourism festival park market heritage Nestled just north of Birmingham in the heart of Staffordshire lies Lichfield, a charming city acclaimed as the “most English place” in the country. Positioned near the geographic center of England and the most … Read More
ITV Accelerates Cost-Cutting Amid Significant Profit Decline Thursday, July 24, 2025 itv finance profit costcutting advertising broadcasting digital restructuring revenue market Broadcaster ITV has intensified its cost-cutting measures following a steep decline in half-year profits. The company, known for popular shows like Britain’s Got Talent and Love Island, announced an additional £15 … Read More
Glastonbury Market Cancelled Due to Severe Weather Forecast Monday, June 2, 2025 glastonbury market cancellation weather safety wind rain somerset metoffice traders Glastonbury Town Council has announced the cancellation of the weekly Glastonbury Charter Market scheduled for Tuesday, citing safety concerns due to adverse weather conditions. Normally held every Tuesday from 9am to 3pm, … Read More
The Paradox of Yeovil: Affordable Homes with Rapid Sales in Somerset's Cheapest Market Saturday, May 31, 2025 yeovil housing property somerset affordable realestate market development sales prices Yeovil’s housing market presents a fascinating paradox. It stands out as the cheapest place to buy property in Somerset, with the BA21 postcode averaging just £224,486 in 2024 — nearly £8,000 less than Bridgwater’s TA6 area, … Read More
South West Independent Paradise Bucking the High Street Closure Trend Saturday, May 24, 2025 bridport independents highstreet market dorset community heritage retail smallbusiness ropemaking “If you can’t get it in Bridport, then you probably don’t need it,” says Ian Bark with a smile as he guides us through this beloved Dorset market town where he once served as mayor. While many UK high … Read More
Our Towns Are Being Overtaken by an Amorphous Blandness That Has Neither Character Nor Soul Friday, May 23, 2025 towns development heritage community housing market westcountry planning identity decline Nearly 25 years ago, I wrote about the bustling life of West Country market towns—places alive with farmers, artisans, and vibrant communities. I traveled through more than 40 towns in Somerset, Devon, Dorset, and Cornwall, … Read More