Somerset MP Advocates for New Railway Station Amid Housing Development Plans Wednesday, July 30, 2025 somerset railway housing transport publictransport somerton langport development infrastructure mp sport Sarah Dyke, the Liberal Democrat MP for Glastonbury and Somerton, remains determined to secure a new railway station in her constituency following the announcement of new housing developments near a potential station site. … Read More
Plans Proposed for 60 New Homes Near Somerset Railway Station Tuesday, July 29, 2025 castlecary housing development somerset backhouse planning affordablehomes railway infrastructure biodiversity A proposal for an additional 60 homes near Castle Cary’s railway station could soon become a reality, subject to planning approval. Over the past decade, Castle Cary has experienced substantial housing growth, with multiple … Read More
No trains stopping at Crewkerne station until further notice due to dry weather damage Monday, July 28, 2025 crewkerne railway networkrail southwesternrailway embankment weather disruption speedrestriction westofenglandline transport Starting today, no trains will stop at Crewkerne railway station in Somerset until further notice, Network Rail has announced. This disruption affects the London Waterloo to Exeter St. David’s line operated by South … Read More
Longleat’s Summer Carnival: A Celebration of History, Fun, and Steam Sunday, July 27, 2025 longleat carnival funfair circus railway history conservation workshops family heritage This summer, Longleat is hosting a vibrant Summer Carnival that promises something for everyone—from history enthusiasts to adventure seekers. Taking place until Sunday, August 31, this festive event is set across the … Read More
‘Rewriting of History’ Dispute Sparks Over Saltford Station Campaign Saturday, July 26, 2025 saltford railway campaign councillors politics community reopening dispute localgovernment transport A long-standing campaign to reopen Saltford’s railway station has sparked a heated dispute between local councillors over the recognition of efforts and the history of the movement. Chris Warren, representing Saltford as an … Read More
Dispute Erupts Over Saltford Railway Station Campaign History Saturday, July 26, 2025 saltford railway station council campaign progress politics history reopening community The campaign to reopen Saltford’s railway station is gaining momentum like never before, but recent council discussions have sparked a heated dispute over who deserves credit for the progress. Chris Warren, a Saltford … Read More