Saltford’s Railway Station Revival: Campaign Gains Unprecedented Momentum Tuesday, July 22, 2025 saltford railway station campaign transport politics somerset westengland liberaldemocrats infrastructure Progress is accelerating on the campaign to reopen Saltford’s railway station, a move that villagers and local officials believe will enhance connectivity and revive a historic asset. Situated between Bath and Keynsham, … Read More
Plans Unveiled for 150 New Homes Near Proposed Somerset Railway Station Tuesday, July 22, 2025 somerton housing development somerset affordable railway planning infrastructure greenspace community Plans have been revealed for the construction of up to 150 new homes immediately north of the proposed railway station site in Somerton, Somerset. The land east of Ricksey Lane has been earmarked for development following its … Read More
Construction of Wellington Station Spine Road Delayed Until Christmas Tuesday, July 22, 2025 wellington spineroad construction developer planning somerset infrastructure railway delay transport Construction on the spine road leading to Wellington’s new railway station is now expected to start by Christmas, according to the developer, West of England Developments (Taunton) Ltd. Initially anticipated to begin in … Read More
LIVE: Major Railway Line Closed Due to Trackside Fire Saturday, July 19, 2025 fire railway disruption emergency transportation safety travel infrastructure blaze updates sport A significant trackside fire has forced the closure of a major railway line, causing widespread disruption to services. Emergency crews are currently at the scene working to contain the blaze and assess any damage to the … Read More
Sheep on Tracks Cause Major Train Delays Wednesday, July 16, 2025 train delays sheep railway commuters livestock disruption safety transportation rural sport A flock of sheep wandering onto the railway tracks caused significant delays for train passengers today. The unexpected livestock intrusion resulted in halted services and disrupted schedules, leaving many commuters … Read More
Couple Sought After Speaking to Man on Somerset Station Platform Before Fatal Incident Monday, July 14, 2025 police investigation somerset railway witness incident highbridge burnham tragedy inquiry Avon and Somerset Police are urgently seeking two individuals who spoke with a man shortly before he tragically died at Highbridge & Burnham railway station last month. The incident occurred at approximately 11:05 a.m. on … Read More