Taunton is experiencing a refreshing surge in activity, defying national trends with increasing footfall and a wave of new businesses enriching Somerset’s economy. Recent data reveals that Taunton’s weekly footfall has risen …
Cancer Research UK has announced plans to close 88 of its High Street shops across the UK by May 2026 as the initial phase of a significant retail overhaul. This move will impact nearly half of the charity’s approximately 600 …
Marks & Spencer has officially announced the opening date for its highly anticipated new flagship store at Cabot Circus, Bristol. The expansive 80,000 sq ft outlet will take over the former House of Fraser site, which has …
A proposed plan to close up to 600 parking spaces in Yeovil’s town centre to build 300 new homes has sparked fears among local businesses that it could spell the end for the High Street. Somerset Council is considering …
Claire’s, the popular fashion accessories retailer, is set to close 145 of its stores across the UK and Ireland following a recent rescue deal that saved just over half of its outlets. The closure list includes the …
The Union Square shopping centre in Torquay, opened in 1982, was once the heart of the town’s retail scene. However, a profound shift in shopping habits over recent decades has left the centre nearly deserted. Now, visitors …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Shepton Mallet exudes a strong sense of community spirit. At the heart of the town, the bustling market place welcomes visitors with small gestures like a crate of free apples and bananas for children, placed outside The …
Shepton Mallet is alive with community spirit. At the heart of the town’s market place stands a simple crate filled with free fruit for children—a small but powerful symbol of local generosity. Outside The Little Farm Shed, a …
Weymouth, a picturesque coastal town in Dorset, is renowned for its vibrant independent retailers, but local traders are growing increasingly concerned about the surge of major supermarket chains encroaching on their …