‘Not the End’ for Birnbeck Pier Restoration Despite RNLI Withdrawal Wednesday, July 9, 2025 birnbeck pier restoration rnli northsomerset lifeboat heritage westonsupermare council fundraising The future of Birnbeck Pier’s restoration remains hopeful despite the RNLI’s recent withdrawal, North Somerset Council leader Mike Bell has assured. The lifeboat charity, which was a key partner in the project and had been … Read More
Portishead Railway Confirmed: Trains Expected to Run by 2028 Tuesday, July 8, 2025 portishead pill railway transport infrastructure bristol funding government northsomerset restoration Local leaders have celebrated a major milestone for the Portishead Railway revival, as the government officially confirmed its full support and funding today. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander announced a significant … Read More
Yeovil’s Dunelm Store Makes Progress Towards Reopening After Major Fire Tuesday, July 8, 2025 yeovil dunelm quedam fire refurbishment reopening shoppingcentre restoration temporarystore retail Refurbishment work is well underway at Yeovil’s Quedam Shopping Centre as efforts to reopen the Dunelm store continue following a devastating fire nearly a year ago. On Sunday, August 25, 2024, emergency services responded to … Read More
Mighty Flying Scotsman Arrives in Somerset to Deliver Unforgettable Journeys Friday, July 4, 2025 flyingscotsman somerset steamlocomotive westsomersetrailway heritage railway historictrain steamengine traintravel restoration The world-renowned Flying Scotsman steam engine has arrived in Somerset for a limited summer engagement. Operating on the picturesque West Somerset Railway, the iconic train is offering unique rides between Bishops Lydeard … Read More
Dunster Castle Stables Transformed by Immersive Nature-Inspired Art Thursday, July 3, 2025 dunster waterscapes conservation riveraller exmoor digitalart restoration nationaltrust ecology immersive Dunster Castle’s historic stables are being reimagined as a captivating, immersive art space celebrating nature, science, and conservation. From July 25 to August 1, the National Trust presents Waterscapes, an innovative … Read More
Live: Properties Experiencing Prolonged Power Outage Thursday, July 3, 2025 powercut electricity outage blackout utilities restoration energy service emergency alert Numerous properties remain without electricity following an unexpected power cut earlier today. Residents have been facing hours of blackout, disrupting daily activities and essential services. Utility crews are actively …