Wellington Carnival 2025: Road Closures, Timings, and Everything You Need to Know for South Somerset’s Festival Kickoff Friday, September 26, 2025 wellington carnival southsomerset roadclosures procession autumn illuminated celebration community events The vibrant South Somerset carnival season kicks off this Saturday night with the much-anticipated procession in Wellington, traditionally the opening event of the carnival circuit. Following Wellington, the procession will … Read More
Discover South Somerset: The South West's Best Alternative to the Cotswolds Sunday, August 31, 2025 southsomerset cotswolds somerset hamstone cider countryside culinary travel heritage hospitality Long celebrated as Britain’s quintessential countryside retreat, the Cotswolds has a new rival in the South West—South Somerset. According to a recent ranking by The Telegraph, this charming area has clinched an impressive … Read More
E-scooters Seized as Police Crack Down on Rising Anti-Social Behaviour in Yeovil Thursday, August 21, 2025 e-scooters yeovil police anti-social behaviour road-safety insurance licensing seizure southsomerset Two electric scooters were confiscated by police in Yeovil town centre on Wednesday, August 20, as part of ongoing efforts to combat increasing anti-social behaviour linked to their use. The South Somerset Neighbourhood … Read More
Yeovil Town Women’s New Community Focus Expands Playing Opportunities Sunday, June 22, 2025 yeoviltown womenfootball communitysports grassroots youthdevelopment footballacademy inclusivity southsomerset girlsfootball sportstrust sport Yeovil Town Football Club has embraced a fresh chapter in its commitment to grassroots football and inclusivity with the transformation of its former training ground at Alvington into the Yeovil Town Community Sports Centre. … Read More
Yeovil Maternity Closure Sparks Deep Concern Over Future of Services Thursday, June 19, 2025 yeovil maternity closure southsomerset healthcare nhs councillor paediatrics scbu protest The temporary closure of maternity services at Yeovil Hospital has left expectant mothers across South Somerset in a state of uncertainty. Local residents and officials fear this pause could lead to a permanent shutdown, … Read More
Woman Charged Following Two Burglary Incidents in Winsham Monday, June 9, 2025 burglary arrest southsomerset winsham biancarocha crime court assault emergencyworker remand A 31-year-old woman from Chard has been formally charged after two properties in Winsham were burglarized on Saturday, June 7. Bianca Rocha faces two counts of burglary in connection with the break-ins that occurred over the … Read More