Massive Fire Erupts Near M&S Store in Frome – Live Updates Thursday, July 2, 2026 fire frome mands emergency firefighters blaze retail safety response incident A significant fire broke out adjacent to the Marks & Spencer store in Frome, prompting an immediate emergency response. Multiple fire engines were dispatched to the scene as firefighters worked urgently to contain the …
Kitchen Chain Magnet to Close 15 Stores Including Somerset Branch in Major Restructuring Tuesday, June 30, 2026 magnet kitchen storeclosures cva restructuring somerset bridgwater retail propertycosts jobsupport Kitchen retailer Magnet has announced the closure of 15 stores, including its Bridgwater location in Somerset, as part of a significant company voluntary arrangement (CVA) restructuring aimed at stabilizing its finances. The … Read More
Lidl Shoppers Disappointed After Queuing for Out-of-Stock Air Conditioners During Heatwave Tuesday, June 30, 2026 lidl airconditioners heatwave somerset wincanton middleoflidl promotion stockshortage customerdisappointment retail During last week’s intense heatwave, shoppers at a Lidl store in Somerset endured long queues in hopes of purchasing air conditioning units, only to discover none were in stock. Customers had been led to believe that … Read More
Charlotte Tilbury Launches in 31 Boots Stores Across the UK Monday, June 29, 2026 charlottetilbury boots beauty cosmetics uk launch luxury skincare makeup retail Charlotte Tilbury, one of the UK’s most beloved luxury beauty brands, is expanding its reach with a major launch across 31 Boots stores this summer. Starting July 3, beauty enthusiasts in Somerset and beyond will have direct … Read More
Rural Somerset Convenience Store Granted Controversial 24-Hour Alcohol Licence Friday, June 26, 2026 somerset wiveliscombe alcohol licence convenience store retail planning enforcement publicnuisance A new convenience store and petrol station in the rural Somerset town of Wiveliscombe has been granted a 24-hour licence to sell alcohol for consumption off the premises, sparking debate among local residents and officials. … Read More
Weston Pub Set to Transform into Homes and Shops After Years of Negotiations Thursday, June 25, 2026 weston-super-mare nightjar redevelopment housing retail meadvale planning pubs northsomerset flats A longstanding fixture in Weston-super-Mare, The Nightjar pub in Worle, could soon be transformed into a mixed-use development featuring homes and retail units. For years, developers have sought to purchase the pub, which was … Read More