Inside the Eerie South West Shopping Centre Where You Can Hear Your Own Footsteps Sunday, October 5, 2025 unionsquare torquay redevelopment retail panniermarket urbanplanning community regeneration housing localshops Union Square shopping centre in Torquay, built in 1982, was once a vibrant heart of shopping and social life. Over the decades, however, evolving consumer habits and the rise of online shopping have taken their toll, leaving … Read More
Lidl Plans Major Relocation with New State-of-the-Art Store in Midsomer Norton Monday, September 29, 2025 lidl midsomernorton somerset relocation supermarket sustainability solarpanels evcharging retail development Lidl has unveiled ambitious plans to relocate and upgrade its presence in Midsomer Norton, Somerset. The supermarket chain proposes constructing a brand-new, state-of-the-art store on land off Radstock Road, moving from its … Read More
Unique Bath Shop Faces Closure Amid Unpaid Rent Dispute Saturday, September 27, 2025 bath retail broadstreet independent closure rent council smallbusiness local plants Chapter 22, a beloved Bath shop known for its unique combination of plants and vinyl records, is on the verge of closure after receiving a firm ultimatum over unpaid rent. Located on Broad Street, this independent store, run … Read More
Somerset Woman Stumbles Upon UK Fast Fashion Store in Crete Friday, September 26, 2025 shein crete fastfashion popup tiktok retail greece fashion somerset tourism Europe remains a popular destination for British travelers, with countries like Greece, Spain, France, Germany, and Italy offering scenic city breaks and beach getaways. When Crystal Pincott from Somerset visited Crete, she … Read More
Blow to Bath as Beloved Independent Pet Shop Closes Its Doors Tuesday, September 23, 2025 bath pets petshop closure moorlandroad independent smallbusiness retail community localeconomy In a heartfelt announcement, Park Pets, a beloved independent pet shop in Bath, has confirmed it will close permanently after failing to finalize a sale with a prospective new owner. The shop, nestled in the bustling Moorland … Read More
Somerset's Top Lifestyle Businesses Honoured at Muddy Stilettos Awards 2025 Sunday, September 21, 2025 somerset muddystilettos lifestyle awards hospitality indiebusiness food retail tourism fashion Somerset’s finest lifestyle businesses have been celebrated at the prestigious Muddy Stilettos Awards 2025, which highlight the best independent shops, eateries, and service providers in the region. This year’s awards drew an … Read More