Retail

Aldi

Aldi Approved for Keynsham Store Despite Traffic Concerns

Aldi has received planning permission to open a new supermarket in Keynsham, located on World’s End Lane near the recycling centre, despite concerns that the increased traffic could disrupt the entire industrial estate. The …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Graffiti

Graffiti Defaces Closed Bath Shop Amid Dispute with Council

The shuttered storefront of Chapter 22, a former Bath shop known for selling records and plants, has been vandalized with offensive graffiti including the phrase “F*** Bath.” The defacement also includes derogatory messages …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Bridgwater

Closed Bridgwater Pub Set to Become Convenience Store

The former Sportsman public house at 73 Bath Road, Bridgwater, could soon be transformed into a convenience store, pending approval of new planning proposals. The pub closed in late November 2025 after landlords John and …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read

Jollys

Jolly's Reopening Postponed to 2027 Amid Extensive Restoration

Jolly’s, the iconic 200-year-old department store in Bath, will reopen later than initially planned. Originally set to welcome customers again in October 2026, the reopening has now been pushed back to March 2027 due to …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Aldi

Plans Unveiled for New £7 Million Aldi Supermarket in Frome

Frome could soon welcome a new £7 million Aldi supermarket, with plans set to replace the current site of The Range on Wessex Fields. The proposed development aims to revitalize the area by creating a modern retail space …

By Tommy Wathen · · 1 min read

Charity

When Did Charity Shops Become So Expensive?

In March, I stumbled upon a white jumpsuit from Shein at a local charity shop. The tag proudly declared it was brand new, unworn, and retailed for £20. But was it really worth £20, even at Shein’s prices? And how long before …

By James Robinson · · 3 min read