Tree-mendous Day Out Lifts Spirits of Somerset Care Home Residents Friday, August 1, 2025 somerset carehome westonbirt arboretum nature dementia sensory outdoor wellbeing accessibility Residents of Catherine House Care Home in Frome experienced a heartwarming day immersed in nature during a visit to Westonbirt Arboretum, one of Britain’s premier tree collections. The outing offered a refreshing change of … Read More
Youths Urged to Avoid Jumping from Somerset Harbour Walls Amid Rising Boat Traffic Friday, August 1, 2025 somerset harbour youthsafety boating minehead watchet warning accidents navigation council Somerset’s harbour master has issued a warning to local youths against jumping off the harbour walls in Minehead and Watchet, as increased boat traffic raises safety concerns. Both harbours experience an influx of pleasure … Read More
Somerset Criminals Jailed in July 2025 for Serious Offences Friday, August 1, 2025 somerset crime sentencing burglary drugs dangerousdriving shoplifting sexualoffences robbery violence In July 2025, courts across Somerset delivered justice to a range of offenders responsible for serious and violent crimes. From dangerous drivers to repeat offenders, the penalties handed down demonstrate the commitment to … Read More
Somerset Boy, 5, Honored by School After Passing from Brain Tumour Friday, August 1, 2025 somerset elias tribute brain tumor memorial garden school childhood courage remembrance A heartfelt tribute is underway at a Somerset school to honor Elias, a five-year-old boy who tragically passed away after battling a brain tumour. Elias was a cherished member of the school community, and his loss has deeply … Read More
Regeneration of Bridgwater Docks Delayed Until 2027 Friday, August 1, 2025 bridgwater docks regeneration somerset infrastructure marina cycling canal urbanrenewal towndeal The regeneration of Bridgwater’s historic Northgate Docks is now expected to be completed by March 2027, following a government extension to the deadline for spending grant funding. The £5.2 million makeover is a key part of … Read More
Hundreds of Kilos of Drugs Seized from Boat in Somerset Thursday, July 31, 2025 drugs somerset nca arrests cocaine smuggling maritime investigation uk crime Four men have been arrested by the National Crime Agency (NCA) following the seizure of several hundred kilograms of suspected cocaine from a boat in Somerset. The arrests took place in the early hours of Thursday, July 31, … Read More