Waterside Revival Transforms Langport Into Premier Destination for Day Trips Wednesday, October 8, 2025 langport riverparrett waterside tourism restoration community sustainability recreation inlandwaterways revitalization A river runs through Langport – and now a revitalizing waterside project has turned this once-quiet town into a bustling day-trip hotspot. A new documentary showcases how decades of decline gave way to a vibrant revival that … Read More
Somerset Coastal Town Revives Beloved Miniature Railway to Delight Locals and Visitors Sunday, October 5, 2025 clevedon somerset miniaturerailway tourism heritage steamlocomotive salthousefields community recreation restoration Clevedon, the picturesque seaside town in North Somerset, is set to revive a treasured local attraction to bring joy to residents and attract more visitors. Known for its stunning Victorian pier—hailed by poet John Betjeman … Read More
Somerset Coastal Town Revives Beloved Miniature Railway to Delight Locals and Tourists Sunday, October 5, 2025 clevedon somerset miniaturerailway tourism heritage piers community restoration leisure transport The picturesque seaside town of Clevedon in North Somerset is gearing up to revive one of its much-loved historic attractions—the miniature electric steam locomotive that once delighted families at Salthouse Fields. Known as … Read More
Inside the Luxurious WWII Bunker Transformed into a Stunning Holiday Home Sunday, October 5, 2025 bunker wwii dorset holiday restoration history radar luxury coastal heritage During the darkest days of the Battle of Britain, it might have been unimaginable that the concrete bunkers designed to defend the skies would one day host vacationers. Yet, the Standby Generator Bunker in Ringstead, Dorset, … Read More
Full Steam Ahead for Overhaul of Historic Locomotive Sunday, October 5, 2025 locomotive restoration railway heritage wsra steam westsomerset overhaul vintage preservation Restoration is steaming full speed ahead on the West Somerset Railway as it prepares to celebrate a landmark anniversary. The West Somerset Railway Association (WSRA) is currently undertaking major overhauls of a cherished … Read More
Full Steam Ahead for Historic Locomotive Overhaul on West Somerset Line Sunday, October 5, 2025 locomotive restoration westsomerset railway heritage preservation steam gwr railwaycarriages overhaul Restoration work is steaming ahead on the West Somerset Railway as preparations ramp up ahead of a landmark anniversary. The West Somerset Railway Association (WSRA) is making significant progress on the overhaul of a … Read More