Minehead Butlin's Director Warns 'Tourist Tax' Will Harm Working Families Saturday, May 16, 2026 tourism tax butlins minehead hospitality government levy families economy uk The director of Butlin’s Minehead resort in Somerset has criticized the UK government’s proposed Overnight Visitor Levy, warning it could significantly impact working families. Announced during the King’s … Read More
Somerset Mum to Run London Marathon for Minehead Coach Crash Children Friday, April 24, 2026 somerset marathon fundraising trauma children coachcrash minehead support community exmoor sport A devoted mum from Somerset is preparing to run the London Marathon to raise vital funds for children affected by a tragic coach crash on Exmoor. Her son, one of the young survivors, continues to struggle with the emotional … Read More
Fight to Save Vital CT and MRI Scanners at Minehead Community Hospital Tuesday, April 14, 2026 healthcare nhs minehead somerset ctscan mri diagnostic transport petition hospital Minehead’s local hospital has recently seen the removal of its portable CT and MRI scanners, a decision that has sparked concern and a campaign to restore these vital diagnostic services closer to home. These scanners, … Read More
Calls to Conduct Minehead Roadworks at Night After Major Disruption on A39 Monday, April 13, 2026 minehead a39 roadworks traffic somerset dunster nightwork disruption cyclepath tourism Somerset councillor Marcus Kravis has called for future major roadworks on the A39 near Minehead to be scheduled at night, following months of significant traffic disruption. The recent project to replace outdated traffic … Read More
Calls for Night-Time Roadworks in Minehead After Major Disruption on A39 Monday, April 13, 2026 minehead somerset a39 roadworks traffic nightwork dunster cyclepath disruption council A Somerset councillor has called for future major roadworks on the A39 near Minehead to be scheduled at night, following months of significant disruption to local traffic. Work began in early January to replace the outdated … Read More
Historic Somerset Coast Pub Set for Major Refurbishment Saturday, April 11, 2026 somerset minehead pub refurbishment historic coastpath hallwoodhouse hotel planning heritage The Old Ship Aground, an iconic pub located along the South West Coast Path in Minehead, Somerset, is set to undergo significant refurbishment pending approval of fresh plans. This historic venue has been a prominent feature … Read More