Fixing Somerset Potholes: A Challenge as Tough as Darning Fishnet Tights Friday, February 13, 2026 somerset potholes roads repair deterioration infrastructure maintenance traffic weather challenges Repairing potholes in Somerset has become a daunting task, often compared to the futile effort of darning a pair of fishnet tights. With the county’s roads suffering from extensive wear and tear, maintenance crews face … Read More
Drain in Flooded Somerset Filled with Tarmac Sparks Resident Confusion Friday, February 13, 2026 somerset flooding roadwork tarmac drain potholes maintenance infrastructure repair traffic Photos recently captured by Christian Lockyer reveal a main road drain on the A39 in Walton, Somerset, completely filled with tarmac. The A39 connects Glastonbury to Bridgwater and has been heavily affected by severe flooding … Read More
Burst Water Main Disrupts Supply in Weston-super-Mare Wednesday, February 11, 2026 water burst main weston-super-mare supply engineers repair disruption services restoration A burst water main in Weston-super-Mare has caused significant disruption to water supplies in the area. Residents and businesses experienced interruptions as crews worked urgently to address the issue. After swift action by …
Why Reopening the Key Weston-super-Mare Bridge Will Take 18 Months Tuesday, November 25, 2025 weston-super-mare bridge repair construction engineering closure infrastructure contractors restoration safety The Weston-super-Mare bridge, a vital link for the local community and economy, is facing an extended closure, with contractors estimating that it will take 18 months before it can reopen. This timeline reflects the complex … Read More
Blackdown Repair Café Revives Broken Household Items and Strengthens Community Bonds Friday, September 26, 2025 blackdown sustainability community repair circulareconomy volunteers household wastereduction reuse environment The Blackdown Repair Café is back, inviting locals to breathe new life into their broken household items while fostering a spirit of community and sustainability. After a summer break, the café resumes its monthly sessions … Read More
Power Cut in Weston-super-Mare Leaves 117 Homes Without Electricity Saturday, September 13, 2025 weston-super-mare powercut electricityoutage nationalgrid cablefault electricity outage repair energy emergency A power outage has affected 117 properties in Weston-super-Mare due to a fault in the power cables, according to the National Grid. The disruption has left many residents without electricity, prompting urgent repair efforts. …