360 New Homes and Country Park Proposed Near Frome Rugby Club Sunday, February 15, 2026 frome development housing affordable community parks planning somerset landuse infrastructure A major new residential development is proposed near Frome’s rugby club, with plans for up to 360 new homes on the northern edge of the town. Barwood Land, the land promoter behind the project, has submitted formal … Read More
Council to Replace Inadequate Bollards After Months of Expense Monday, February 9, 2026 bollards taunton council parks accessibility illegalencampments publicsafety infrastructure budget community Taunton Town Council is facing significant extra costs after discovering that dozens of newly installed removable bollards are too short to meet safety and accessibility standards. These bollards were intended to block … Read More
Council Proposes Increased Enforcement on Yellow Box Fines and Council Tax Hike Friday, January 9, 2026 council tax traffic fines budget enforcement consultation recycling parks socialcare Bath and North East Somerset Council is considering stepping up enforcement on traffic violations, particularly focusing on yellow box junction infringements and illegal turns, as part of efforts to generate an additional … Read More
Stunning UK City Sweeps the Board at Britain in Bloom Awards Sunday, October 26, 2025 bath britaininbloom gardening horticulture community awards floral environment parks festival Bath has once again demonstrated its green credentials by securing top honours at this year’s Britain in Bloom South West competition. The city collected a series of gold awards and prestigious commendations, highlighting its … Read More
Parents Outraged as Council Closes Playground for Entire Summer Holiday Tuesday, August 5, 2025 playground closure summer safety council bath children parents upgrade parks In Bath, the playground at Loxton Drive in Twerton has been shut down and chained off by Bath and North East Somerset Council, sparking frustration among local parents. The closure began in mid-July and is expected to last … Read More
Somerset's Parks and Green Spaces Shine Among the World's Best Thursday, July 17, 2025 somerset greenflag parks greenspaces environment community sustainability recreation conservation nature Somerset is celebrating a remarkable achievement as 21 of its parks and green spaces have been awarded the coveted Green Flag status. This prestigious recognition highlights the county’s commitment to maintaining … Read More