Bridgwater’s ‘Misery Mile’ Roadworks Force Beloved Local Business to Close Tuesday, January 27, 2026 bridgwater roadworks celebrationmile sl-ate businessclosure arts community somersetcouncil localbusiness urbanregeneration The ongoing roadworks on Bridgwater’s ‘Misery Mile’—officially known as the Celebration Mile project—have been widely criticized for their negative impact on local businesses, culminating in the imminent closure of the unique … Read More
Bridgwater’s ‘Misery Mile’ Roadworks Force Beloved Café and Art Space to Close Tuesday, January 27, 2026 bridgwater sl-ate roadworks celebrationmile businessclosure somerset community artspace localbusiness construction The ongoing roadworks on Bridgwater’s much-maligned ‘Misery Mile’ have been linked directly to the closure of SL-ATE, a unique café and art space beloved by locals. The combined café, designer fashion shop, and art gallery … Read More
30mph Speed Limit Imposed on Key Somerset Roundabout Near M5 for Upcoming Roadworks Monday, January 19, 2026 somerset m5 edithmead roundabout speedlimit roadworks a38 cycling pedestrian safety Somerset Council has announced a temporary 30mph speed limit will be enforced at the Edithmead roundabout near the M5 for two months. This measure, effective from January 19 until at least March 20, aims to facilitate … Read More
Somerset Council Apologises for Long Traffic Queues on A39 Near Minehead Friday, January 16, 2026 somerset a39 minehead traffic congestion roadworks dunster council delay exmoor Somerset Council has issued a formal apology following significant traffic congestion on the A39 near Minehead, caused by ongoing roadworks at the Dunster Steep junction. The scheme, which started on January 5, involves … Read More
Somerset Council Apologises for Long Queues on A39 Near Minehead Friday, January 16, 2026 somerset minehead a39 traffic roadworks dunster congestion council exmoor butlins Somerset Council has issued a formal apology following significant delays and long queues on the A39 near Minehead, caused by ongoing roadworks at the Dunster Steep junction. The council commenced upgrading and replacing … Read More
Major Somerset A46 Road to Close for £6 Million Upgrade Wednesday, January 14, 2026 somerset a46 roadworks upgrade nationalhighways safety drainage resurfacing closures travel National Highways is investing £6 million to upgrade the A46 in Somerset, delivering safer and smoother journeys for the more than 20,000 drivers who use this key route daily. The improvement works target the stretch north of … Read More