Bridgwater Pub Attack Leaves Man Seriously Injured as Police Make Arrest Thursday, December 18, 2025 bridgwater somerset assault pub police injury arrest investigation witnesses crime A violent incident at a pub in Bridgwater, Somerset, left a man in his twenties seriously injured late on Friday, December 12. Avon and Somerset Police reported that the attack happened around 11:55 p.m. on High Street, … Read More
MasterChef Star William Sitwell Describes Taking Over Somerset Pub as 'Hell' Saturday, December 13, 2025 williamsitwell masterchef somerset pub businessrates hospitality renovation challenges governmentsupport foodindustry William Sitwell, the MasterChef star and recently appointed owner of The White Hart Hotel in Wiveslicombe, Somerset, has openly described his experience of taking over the pub as “hell.” Despite reopening the … Read More
A371 Closed in Both Directions Following Crash Near Somerset Pub Wednesday, December 3, 2025 a371 somerset crash roadclosure accident emergency traffic pub blocked transport The A371 road near a Somerset pub was completely blocked in both directions following a crash. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, working to clear the obstruction and assist those involved. Motorists are …
Campaigners Launch £458k Share Offer to Save Historic Britannia Inn in Wells Wednesday, December 3, 2025 wells britannia community pub fundraising heritage social ownership eastwells revival A passionate community initiative in Wells is rallying to revive the Britannia Inn, a cherished pub that has remained closed since 2021. The East Wells Community Benefit Society (EWCBS) has launched its second share offer, … Read More
Campaigners Launch £458k Community Fundraising to Revive Historic Wells Pub Wednesday, December 3, 2025 wells britannia community fundraising pub historic eastwells socialhub restoration shareoffer A passionate community group in Wells is renewing efforts to bring The Britannia Inn back to life with a fresh fundraising drive. After more than two years of closure, locals are determined to regain ownership of this … Read More
Sherborne’s The Mermaid Reopens After £200k Renovation Featuring Massive Sports Screens Sunday, November 30, 2025 sherborne themermaid pub renovation sports community admiraltaverns liveentertainment beergarden localcharity sport After an extensive £200,000 refurbishment, The Mermaid, a cherished Sherborne pub on Bristol Road, has officially reopened its doors, inviting locals to experience a perfect blend of tradition and modernity. The grand … Read More