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Friday, December 26, 2025 westcountry somerset bristol rurallife accent cider travel localculture transport community

Before making the move to the West Country, my knowledge barely extended beyond knowing it existed. Growing up amidst the leafy landscapes of Sussex, with Brighton’s vibrant beaches and Ashdown Forest’s lush greenery, I never … Read More

Friday, December 26, 2025 westcountry somerset bristol rurallife accent cider transport localculture nightlife hospitality

Before relocating to the West Country, my knowledge of the area was minimal—just an awareness that it existed. Growing up in Sussex, I was used to the beaches of Brighton and the lush greenery of Ashdown Forest. Life in the … Read More

Thursday, October 2, 2025 kevinmccloud somerset frome regeneration independentshops granddesigns landscape levels mendiphills rurallife

Kevin McCloud, the renowned presenter of Channel 4’s Grand Designs, has spoken warmly about a flourishing Somerset town that embodies a “nice, slow casserole” of growth. Having spent around 30 years living in the county, … Read More

Thursday, October 2, 2025 kevinmccloud somerset frome regeneration independentshops thelevels mendiphills rurallife design granddesigns

Kevin McCloud, the acclaimed presenter of Channel 4’s Grand Designs, recently shared his admiration for a vibrant Somerset town renowned for its independent shops and steady growth. Having lived in Somerset for nearly 30 … Read More

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Nestled in the picturesque countryside of Somerset, the quaint town of Bruton has captured the attention of celebrities, politicians, and the wealthy elite alike. British Vogue has even hailed it as “the new Notting … Read More