361 ‘Smart-Looking’ Homes Approved for Construction Near M5 in Bridgwater Friday, May 15, 2026 bridgwater housing keepmoat livewest development construction affordable somerset planning realestate Construction of 361 new homes near the M5 in Bridgwater is set to begin promptly following unanimous approval of revised plans. Originally granted planning permission in February 2024 to BoKlok Housing Ltd., the Bridgwater … Read More
24-Hour Gym Approved to Replace Bridgwater’s Poundland Store Despite Local Concerns Friday, May 15, 2026 bridgwater poundland gym somersetcouncil retailpark planning antisocialbehaviour thegymgroup localgovernment commercialdevelopment Plans to convert Bridgwater’s Poundland store into a 24-hour gym have been approved by Somerset Council, potentially reshaping the retail landscape of Bridgwater Retail Park. Poundland, which opened at the site on The Leggar … Read More
24-Hour Gym Approved to Replace Bridgwater Poundland Store Amid Debate Friday, May 15, 2026 bridgwater poundland gym planning retailpark somerset fitness council antisocialbehavior employment Plans to convert the Bridgwater Poundland store into a 24-hour gym have been approved by Somerset Council, despite objections from Bridgwater Town Council regarding the necessity and potential impact of the development. … Read More
Fashion Museum Set to Return to Bath with Stunning New City Centre Venue Thursday, May 14, 2026 fashion bath museum architecture culture heritage tourism planning restoration community Plans to relocate the Fashion Museum back to Bath with an extraordinary new home in the city centre have officially received approval. On May 13, Bath and North East Somerset Council’s planning committee granted permission to … Read More
Bridgwater Health and Care Academy Set to Open by Spring 2028 Wednesday, May 13, 2026 bridgwater health careacademy somerset nhs regeneration training construction levellingup planning Bridgwater’s eagerly anticipated Health and Care Academy is now expected to open in the spring of 2028, following a revised funding timeline and strategic planning efforts. Originally backed by a £19.7 million grant … Read More
Bridgwater Health and Care Academy Opening Delayed Until Spring 2028 Wednesday, May 13, 2026 bridgwater healthcare academy construction regeneration nhs somerset training funding planning The much-anticipated Bridgwater Health and Care Academy is now expected to open in spring 2028, following a revised funding arrangement and construction timeline. The project, funded by a £19.7 million grant from the … Read More