My first experience of Trowbridge was on a damp February day in 2025, soon after a bomb scare had forced the evacuation of the train station. The event, hardly a flattering welcome, seemed to set the tone for the town’s …
Plans to expand facilities at North Farm on the outskirts of the small Somerset village of Pawlett have been officially approved. Located off the A38 Bristol Road between Bridgwater and Highbridge, North Farm currently hosts …
Nestled in the serene surroundings of a Somerset village, the community’s only café provides a welcoming haven for both locals and visitors alike. Situated in a peaceful spot away from the bustle of urban life, this café …
In the tranquil surroundings of a quaint Somerset village sits its sole café, a place that serves as both a community hub and a peaceful retreat. With no local competition, this café naturally becomes the default spot for …
In a tranquil corner of a Somerset village, the only café stands as both the best and worst dining option by default. While its status as the sole establishment means residents and visitors have limited alternatives, it also …
Daniel Adams, a devoted shopkeeper in Clevedon, has been deeply moved by the overwhelming community support he has received after losing a High Court battle against North Somerset Council’s new parking charges. Despite facing …
Barry and Carol Cruze, a married couple credited with revitalising Bath’s Moorland Road shopping district, are marking their 60th wedding anniversary today, Thursday 6 August. Both aged 83, the couple first met in the city …
A scathing critique from Somerset MP Sarah Dyke has highlighted the detrimental impact of the Chancellor’s Spring Statement on farmers and small businesses in the region. Dyke accused the government of neglecting rural areas, …
The rich, buttery chew and golden sweetness of a flapjack evoke a nostalgic taste of childhood, and for founders Carol Myott and Sally Jenkin, it transformed into a full-scale business phenomenon. What began as a trial at a …
Several proposals for converting empty commercial properties into residential buildings have been submitted in Bath and North East Somerset and North Somerset. The plans include turning a former “small business of the year” …