The West Somerset Railway’s Autumn Steam Gala will mark sixty years of express steam locomotive development with a special showcase of two remarkable “guest” locomotives: the T3 class number 563 and the 5029 “Nunney Castle.” …
From Monday 22 to Friday 26 September, several Public Rights of Way through Weston Woods will be temporarily closed as North Somerset Council carries out essential conservation work at Worlebury Camp Hillfort. This Iron Age …
The Somerset village of Cannington has adopted a bold new Neighbourhood Plan aimed at guiding its development through 2032—prioritizing the preservation of its rural charm and green spaces while meeting housing needs without …
Worle Library is on the brink of closure after a building inspection revealed extensive wet rot and damp issues in the facility it was moved into eight years ago. In 2017, North Somerset Council relocated the library from its …
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 …
The beautiful Adderwell Water Meadow, a 3.5-acre riverside green space along the River Frome, has been successfully preserved thanks to an inspiring community crowdfunding effort that raised over £37,000. The Frome Town …
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 …
Once a place of refuge and care, the former orphanage—the Grade II listed building—had long fallen into disrepair, its walls echoing stories of the past. Now, haunting images capture its dramatic transformation as it is being …
Preparations for Robbie Williams’ highly anticipated concert at Bath’s iconic Royal Crescent this summer are in full swing. This includes the temporary removal of sections of the historic site’s listed railings. Organisers …
This weekend, the renowned traditional signwriter Joby Carter will be opening his signwriting workshop in Street village to the public for the second time, offering a unique and rare experience for all attendees. With …
Residents and visitors walking and cycling between two bustling Somerset towns can now enjoy an enhanced journey following a significant upgrade to a local cycle route. Known as the Frome’s Missing Links project, the …
A recent call from Somerset councillor Henry Hobhouse to designate the Somerset Levels as the UK’s newest national landscape has ignited discussions on preservation and protection. The Levels, boasting the largest Ramsar site …
Located in the heart of Bath, Northumberland Place is a hidden gem bustling with bars and restaurants, nestled opposite the city’s Guildhall. A recent planning application has been submitted to Bath and North East Somerset …
A new cafe bar is set to open on Northumberland Place, a historic and charming street in Bath. The narrow passage, located opposite the city’s Guildhall, is lined with bars and restaurants. The planning application, submitted …
Packsaddle Fields, a treasured green space on the edge of Frome, is still facing the threat of development as a developer has lodged an appeal following the refusal of their plans. The land, under public ownership since 1973, …