North Somerset Council’s emergency control centre, housed at the Castlewood offices in Clevedon, is preparing to relocate as the building nears closure. This facility plays a crucial role in maintaining essential council …
When the pandemic halted Matt Stephenson’s long-standing career in business consultancy, the North Somerset resident made an unexpected switch—from corporate boardrooms to rustic barns—and found a new passion. After a …
Since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, Somerset’s primary school pupils have faced challenges in recovering their reading, writing, and maths skills to pre-pandemic levels. In the 2024/25 academic year, only 56% of …
In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, many pubs struggled to survive, yet The Riff Corner, a live music venue in Clevedon, Somerset, has celebrated three years of thriving success. Opening its doors in August 2020, this …
Nestled high above Sidmouth’s Connaught Gardens, the Clock Tower Café offers more than just exceptional baked goods—it presents a stunning panorama of the Jurassic Coast. For owners Lewis Macleod and his wife Susie, this …
Eat the Bird, a popular restaurant chain with locations in Taunton, Exeter, and Cardiff, has permanently closed after its parent company entered liquidation. The closure followed a winding-up order after the business failed …
As summer holidays begin across the country, students eagerly embrace six weeks of freedom and hopefully some sunshine. Yet, a lively debate is emerging about whether the lengthy summer break is doing more harm than good. …
When Glenna Waterhouse first stumbled upon the Badger’s Holt in the quiet village of Bridgetown on Exmoor, it was purely by chance during a holiday. With her caravan in tow, she was visiting friends who had recently settled …
Joanna Forrester, an offshore helicopter pilot, fulfilled her long-held dream of becoming a mother at age 44 after a complex fertility journey fraught with setbacks, separation, and pandemic obstacles. Having frozen her …
Joanna Forrester, an offshore helicopter pilot, has fulfilled her long-held dream of motherhood at 44 after a challenging fertility journey marked by setbacks, geographic separation, and pandemic disruptions. In her thirties, …
Pyrland School in Taunton is facing off against Ofsted following a recent inspection that labeled the school as ‘inadequate’ across all areas. The school claims that the inspection was mishandled as it took place just three …
The surge in demand for pets during the COVID-19 lockdown led to the acquisition of over 3.2 million dogs in the UK, and now rescue centers are feeling the strain of abandoned “pandemic puppies.” St Giles Animal Centre in …
Mendip Basecamp, nestled in the heart of the picturesque Mendip Hills, has received recognition as a national finalist in the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025. Originally founded during the turmoil of the …
In the midst of the unprecedented Covid-19 pandemic, MPs from Somerset shared their recollections and reflections on the challenges and experiences that unfolded during the initial lockdown. The pandemic brought with it fear, …
In an exclusive interview, Jacob Rees-Mogg shared his views on the government’s handling of the Covid-19 pandemic, highlighting the numerous mistakes made during the crisis. Expressing his concerns, he discussed the …