Retail

Sherborne

Discovering Sherborne: The Best Place to Live in the UK

Sherborne, a market town with idyllic charm just a stone’s throw from Devon, was hailed as one of Britain’s “best places to live” by The Sunday Times. Nestled in north-west Dorset, Sherborne exudes historical enchantment with …

By Tommy Wathen · · 3 min read

Bath

The Great Debate: Cash vs. Card in the UK City of Bath

The age-old debate of whether “cash is king” has taken on new significance in the charming UK city of Bath. As independent businesses tout the benefits of cash transactions, card payments continue to dominate the market, …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read

Bristol Airport

Bristol Airport Invites Bidders for 24-Hour Cafe

Bristol Airport is seeking potential partners to open a coffee-centric catering unit within the terminal building. The desired location is close to the check-in desks and the airport entrance/exit. The designated space is …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read

Boxing Day

Urging Respect for Retail Workers on Boxing Day

Local MP for North East Somerset and Hanham, Dan Norris, is urging the public to be respectful to retail workers on Boxing Day. Concerned about potential tensions during the busy sales period, Norris emphasized the need for …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read

Woolworths

The Fate of Woolworths Stores in Somerset

Woolworths, once a beloved staple of the high street, met a surprising mass closure in the late 2000s. A look into the fate of its 13 former stores in Somerset reveals diverse outcomes. From new businesses and supermarkets to …

By Tommy Wathen · · 1 min read

Poundland

Poundland's Rapid Expansion in Somerset

Poundland is on a rapid expansion drive in Somerset, taking over former M&Co and Wilko sites and planning to open four new stores in a two-week period before Christmas. The retailer has confirmed the opening dates for these …

By Charles Bowser · · 1 min read