Small Somerset Village to Gain 33 New Affordable Homes Tuesday, April 14, 2026 somerset street aster affordablehousing mendip construction socialrent planning development housingcrisis Construction of 33 affordable homes is set to begin later this year in the expanding Somerset village of Street, following the completion of key legal agreements. This development is part of a broader initiative between … Read More
Small Somerset Village Set to Grow with 33 New Affordable Homes Tuesday, April 14, 2026 somerset affordablehousing mendip asterhousing street construction housingdevelopment sustainability localplan community Construction will soon begin on 33 new affordable homes in a Somerset village after legal agreements were finalized, paving the way for development later this year. In November 2020, Mendip District Council partnered with … Read More
Major Somerset Quarry Granted Approval to Operate Until 2056 with Expansion Plans Sunday, March 15, 2026 somerset quarry expansion andesite mining environment mendip infrastructure jobs planning Moons Hill Quarry, located near Stoke St. Michael in Somerset, has received approval to continue operations until 2056 following a significant expansion plan. Managed by John Wainwright & Co. Ltd., this quarry is a vital … Read More
Somerset Councillor Tony Robbins Dies Suddenly, Tributes Pour In Monday, February 9, 2026 somerset councillor tribute mendip wells liberaldemocrat politics community council funeral Tony Robbins, a respected Somerset Councillor and member of the Liberal Democrats representing the Mendip Hills division, died unexpectedly over the weekend. Known for his warmth, humour, and deep commitment to his community, … Read More
18 Affordable Homes Approved for Construction on Frome Town Centre Car Park Monday, February 9, 2026 frome affordablehousing somerset housingdevelopment socialhousing lowcarbon construction planningpermission stonewater mendip After nearly three years of delays, nearly 20 affordable homes are set to be built on the underutilised North Parade car park in Frome, Somerset. The site, located off North Hill Mews, was identified by Mendip District … Read More
Somerset’s Own ‘Cool Runnings’ Star: From School Ski Trip to Olympic Dream Saturday, January 17, 2026 bobsleigh olympics skiing mendip sports britain winter adventure rowing athlete sport Jens Hullah’s remarkable journey to the world of bobsleigh began humbly on a school trip to Mendip Activity Centre’s dry ski slope. Now based in Shipham, Somerset, Jens is on the fast track towards representing Great Britain … Read More