Church Clock Believed to Be 600 Years Old Restored to Former Glory Sunday, June 29, 2025 clock restoration somerset history medieval church heritage timepiece montacute timelapse St Catherine’s Church in Montacute, near Yeovil, Somerset, is celebrating the return of what experts now believe to be one of the oldest working clocks in the country. This cherished turret clock, originally thought to date … Read More
Medieval Somerset Bridge to Receive £150,000 Flood Protection Upgrade Tuesday, June 10, 2025 somerset exmoor tarrsteps floodprevention riverbarle medieval restoration floodplain ecology conservation A cherished medieval bridge in Somerset is set to benefit from a £150,000 flood prevention initiative aimed at preserving its structure and protecting surrounding communities. The River Barle, flowing from its source at … Read More
Frozen in Time: Axbridge, the Market Town Preserved for Over 600 Years Sunday, June 8, 2025 axbridge somerset history tudor medieval markettown royalcharter mendip museum heritage Nestled in the heart of Somerset, the picturesque market town of Axbridge seems to have been frozen in time for over six centuries. With its charming Tudor timber-framed buildings, historic church, and narrow winding lanes, … Read More
Frozen in Time: Axbridge, Somerset’s Medieval Market Town Sunday, June 8, 2025 axbridge somerset medieval tudor markettown history royalcharter mendip riveraxe museum Nestled in the heart of Somerset, the quaint market town of Axbridge offers a rare glimpse into England’s rich medieval past. With its timber-framed Tudor buildings, historic church, and narrow winding streets, Axbridge looks … Read More
Star's Somerset Home Renovation Faces Setback After Medieval Skeletons Discovered Monday, May 26, 2025 florencewelch somerset estate renovation medieval archaeology skeletons heritage property history Acquiring and renovating a 12th-century countryside estate is no small feat, especially when history literally surfaces during construction. Pop star Florence Welch has recently encountered such challenges while working on … Read More
Somerset Heritage Venues Including Saxon Longhall Now Available for Unique Weddings Friday, May 23, 2025 somerset weddings heritage saxon longhall abbeybarn celebrant glastonbury medieval ceremony Couples seeking a unique wedding experience can now choose from stunning heritage venues in Somerset, including the remarkable Saxon Longhall. The South West Heritage Trust is offering celebrant-led weddings at Avalon … Read More