Exmoor’s Largest Conservation Project in a Generation Receives MP’s Strong Endorsement Tuesday, October 28, 2025 exmoor conservation restoration dulverton weir leat heritage community environment trust Rachel Gilmour MP has publicly endorsed the monumental Dulverton Weir Restoration Project, describing it as the most important conservation undertaking on Exmoor in a generation. During a dedicated visit, she spent several … Read More
Bridgwater Power Outage Leaves Hundreds Without Electricity Monday, October 27, 2025 bridgwater power outage electricity blackout restoration utilities disruption homes businesses A widespread power outage in Bridgwater left more than 900 properties without electricity, causing significant disruption throughout the area. The blackout affected residential homes, local businesses, and essential services, … Read More
Somerset’s Shepton Mallet Clock Finally Restored After Years of Silence Thursday, October 23, 2025 sheptonmallet somerset clock restoration history townclock rotaryclub heritage timekeeping community In many Somerset villages and towns, life moves at a gentle pace—a charm cherished by locals and visitors alike. But in Shepton Mallet, time literally stood still for years as the town’s beloved clock above the post office … Read More
Veterans Transform Overgrown Woodland into Thriving Orchard at Dunster Tuesday, October 21, 2025 veterans orchard somerset community nationaltrust dunster trees restoration wellbeing outdoors An overlooked patch of woodland in Somerset is being transformed into a blossoming community orchard, thanks to the dedication of military veterans and their families. This inspiring initiative, known as ‘Project Orchard’, is … Read More
Church Project Honored for Saving Historic Willis Monument Saturday, October 18, 2025 conservation restoration heritage architecture monument willis church historicengland craftsmanship nationallottery The Willis Monument at the Church of St Edward the Martyr has been awarded the prestigious William Stansell Award for Historic Building Conservation, recognising an outstanding effort to save this Grade II* listed monument … Read More
Historic Bath Pub to Reopen Following Extensive Renovation Wednesday, October 15, 2025 bath whitehart widcombe pub restoration heritage accommodation walcotgroup renovation community The White Hart Inn, a historic Grade II-listed pub in Widcombe, Bath, is poised for a remarkable transformation after plans for its restoration received official approval. Closed since March 2024, this beloved local landmark … Read More