Three dedicated friends—Gerald Dube, Nicholas Muridzi, and Wisdom Logozo—are breathing new life into the former railway track known as the Strawberry Line. Employed at Charlie Bigham’s Dulcote Quarry in Wells, they have spent …
North Somerset Council is preparing to vote on September 16 to cancel the much-anticipated Birnbeck Pier restoration project following the withdrawal of a crucial funding partner, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution …
North Somerset Council is preparing to vote on canceling the ambitious restoration of Birnbeck Pier, a beloved Victorian landmark in Weston-super-Mare, following the Royal National Lifeboat Institution’s (RNLI) recent …
A restaurant suffered extensive damage after a fire broke out in a tumble dryer, causing significant destruction throughout the premises. The incident has led the establishment to announce that it will remain closed for “many …
This September, visitors are invited to step back in time and explore the enchanting Halswell estate in Somerset during a special Heritage Open Days event. For one weekend only, on Saturday, September 13, and Sunday, …
Dorset Council has approved the final stage in transforming the historic Shillingstone station into a fully operational railway and museum, marking a major milestone in a 20-year restoration project. The North Dorset Railway …
This stunning historic home has been thoughtfully restored to showcase its rich heritage while embracing modern comforts. Original architectural details such as intricate moldings, hardwood floors, and classic fireplaces have …
Milsom Street in Bath is abuzz with activity as the city’s most iconic shop, Jolly’s department store, undergoes an extensive restoration. Scaffolding stretches across nearly a third of the street, signaling major works to …
If you’ve recently walked along Bath High Street, you might have noticed an iconic feature hidden behind scaffolding. The elegant glass canopy marking the entrance to the historic Corridor arcade, located opposite the …
Nearly £3.8 million will be invested over the coming months to carry out essential repairs on the historic Tone Works site located on the northern edge of Wellington. This restoration effort follows Somerset Council’s …
Taunton Crown Court, housed within the historic Shire Hall on Upper High Street, Somerset, has been closed since September 2023 after contractors uncovered serious structural problems with the flooring. The Grade II listed …
The UK’s rare and threatened species have received a significant boost thanks to a £13 million investment through the Species Recovery Programme’s Capital Grants Scheme, running from August 2023 to March 2025. Led by Natural …
Plans have been submitted to restore the former King Edward’s School building on Broad Street, a once “handsome” structure in the heart of Bath that has suffered decades of neglect. The Grade II listed building, now a dusty …
A significant £7 million restoration project has commenced to preserve Vicars' Close, a Grade I-listed medieval street located in Wells, Somerset. Built in 1348, Vicars' Close is believed to be Europe’s oldest medieval street …
Patrick Hawkins, a passionate classic car enthusiast and founder of the internationally renowned County Classics Motor Museum in Taunton, has died suddenly at the age of 68. After years of dedicated restoration work …