A well-known Somerset pub, The Podymore Inn near Yeovil, might see part of its beer garden replaced by a new four-bedroom house. The proposed development would take place on the land currently used as the beer garden east of …
Axbridge, a charming Somerset town, is preparing for another round of film production that promises only a brief interruption to local life. Scheduled from 6pm on Saturday, June 7, through 7pm on Monday, June 9, the unnamed …
As plans for 1,450 new homes near Monkton Heathfield in Taunton move closer to approval, local cycling campaigners are pushing for urgent improvements to a key cycle route through the area. The Somerset Council’s West …
The future of Erlestoke’s sole pub, the George and Dragon, hangs in the balance as proposals to transform the cherished 17th-century inn into residential homes face staunch community resistance. The Grade II listed pub, which …
A new convenience store is set to open in the small coastal village of Blue Anchor, Somerset, following unanimous approval from local councillors. The store will operate out of Anchor’s Drop, formerly the Blue Anchor public …
South Gloucestershire councillors have unanimously approved the expansion of a car park onto an agricultural field at Tolldown Farm, Dyrham, to support a new farm shop and cafe near Bristol — going against the recommendations …
Nearly 25 years ago, I wrote about the bustling life of West Country market towns—places alive with farmers, artisans, and vibrant communities. I traveled through more than 40 towns in Somerset, Devon, Dorset, and Cornwall, …
New extra care apartments are set to be built at Beaufort Park in Burnham-on-Sea following a successful appeal against previous planning refusals. Beaufort Park Ltd., a subsidiary of Agincare, initially sought permission in …
The former Somerset Bridge Primary School site in Bridgwater is set to be transformed into a new development comprising homes and office space, following a recent approval by Somerset Council’s planning committee north. The …
North Somerset Council has taken its fight to the High Court in a bid to overturn a planning inspector’s decision allowing the construction of 190 homes on flood-prone land in Yatton. The contested site lies within flood zone …
Uphill Grange, an elegant mansion perched on the edge of Weston-super-Mare, is on the verge of a stunning revival. Originally constructed in 1790 and formerly known as Macready House, the building has witnessed a rich …
A major housing development is underway in the Somerset village of Williton, with plans approved for 350 new homes despite ongoing concerns about flooding, traffic congestion, and renewable energy use. The Wyndham Estate …
Lidl has submitted a fresh planning application to build a supermarket on the east side of Bath, reviving a debate that stirred strong reactions earlier this year. Although the budget supermarket chain withdrew its initial …
Plans for the Studley Grange Motorsports Hub in Wiltshire have been significantly improved following strong public support, with enhancements including expanded parking, better access, and upgraded visitor amenities. Swindon …
A disused quarry in Somerset is on track to become a luxury holiday retreat featuring nearly 150 timber lodges. Located on Bector Lane near Stoke St. Michael, between Shepton Mallet and Radstock, the Cookswood gated community …