Bats Make a Strong Comeback in the South West: A Win for Nature and Community Saturday, June 20, 2026 bats conservation southwest wildlife biodiversity ecosystem pesticides environment nature community In recent years, the South West has witnessed a remarkable resurgence in bat populations. Once threatened by habitat loss and environmental challenges, bats are now bouncing back, signaling positive changes in local … Read More
Minehead Loses Its Only Post Office as Co-op Store Closes After 42 Years Tuesday, June 16, 2026 minehead co-op postoffice closure community southwest retail planning services residents After 42 years serving the community, the Co-op store on The Avenue in Minehead has closed its doors for good as of June 13, 2024. This closure marks the end of an era and leaves the town without its only remaining Post … Read More
'Folklore Material' - Bath Rugby Legend Roger Spurrell Passes Away Wednesday, June 3, 2026 bath rugby rogerspurrell captain johnplayercup southwest legacy rugbylegend halloffame leadership sport Bath Rugby mourns the loss of Roger Spurrell, the revered former club captain who passed away on May 30, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on May 19, 1955, Spurrell made a significant mark on the club and the South West rugby … Read More
Weston MP Fully Supports Ambitious Plans for Tropicana 10,000-Capacity Arena Wednesday, May 27, 2026 weston tropicana arena livenation danaldridge regeneration musicvenues southwest investment economicgrowth Weston-super-Mare’s MP, Dan Aldridge, has thrown his full support behind plans to transform the Tropicana site into a major 10,000-person outdoor arena. The Labour MP described the project as a “phenomenal” opportunity that … Read More
Somerset Set for Glorious Sunshine Throughout Bank Holiday Weekend and Beyond Saturday, May 23, 2026 somerset weather sunshine forecast bankholiday metoffice temperatures may weekend southwest Somerset is basking in a surge of sunshine just in time for the late May Bank Holiday weekend. The Met Office forecasts rising temperatures through the half-term school break, promising warm and pleasant weather for locals … Read More
Long Delays on M5 South West as Bank Holiday Traffic Surges Friday, May 22, 2026 m5 traffic delays bankholiday travel congestion motorway southwest holidaymakers road Travelers heading south west faced extensive delays on the M5 motorway as thousands took to the roads for the bank holiday weekend. Increased traffic volumes led to congestion and extended journey times, frustrating many …