World’s Oldest Pasty Makers to Launch New Bakery in Weston-super-Mare Friday, May 30, 2025 warren’s pasty bakery cornwall weston-super-mare southwest devon heritage food tradition Warren’s Bakery, the world’s oldest Cornish pasty maker, is set to open a new bakery location in Weston-super-Mare this June, marking 165 years since the company first began in Penzance. This will be the 44th Warren’s Bakery … Read More
Live Update: Major Crash Closes A36 in South West Tuesday, May 27, 2025 a36 southwest crash traffic accident diversion emergency roadclosure transport travel A serious crash has forced the closure of the A36, a key route in the South West. Authorities have issued traffic diversions to manage the flow around the affected area. Drivers are advised to avoid the stretch and follow …
Best and Glorious Blue Flag Beaches Within Easy Reach from Somerset Sunday, May 18, 2025 blueflag beaches somerset southwest dorset waterquality environment tourism safety accessibility The South West of England boasts some of the finest beaches in the country, and it’s no surprise that many have earned the prestigious Blue Flag status. With over 70 Blue Flag beaches across England, more than half are … Read More
Taste of the West Food Group Enters Administration Amid Uncertainty Wednesday, May 14, 2025 tasteofthewest administration westcountry foodindustry hospitality awards fooddrinkdevon regionalfood southwest communityinterest Taste of the West, the UK’s largest independent regional food group, has entered administration, leaving members and the wider food community in the South West facing uncertainty. Established in 1991, the organization has … Read More
Inside Bideford: Separating Social Media Noise from Reality Tuesday, May 13, 2025 bideford antisocial crime community policing southwest torridge youth businesses safety Bideford, a South West town, has recently been thrust into the social media spotlight amid claims of rising crime and antisocial behaviour. Posts circulating on platforms like Facebook have painted a picture of a community … Read More
Severe Thunderstorm and Flash Flood Warning Issued for Somerset and Surrounding Regions Monday, May 12, 2025 thunderstorm flooding metoffice somerset rainfall flashflood weatherwarning southwest travel lightning The Met Office has issued a thunderstorm warning for the South West of England, highlighting risks of flash flooding, lightning strikes, and power outages. After a spell of warm and sunny weather, a significant change is … Read More