New cycling hub stuns town with donation to link missing routes Sunday, June 1, 2025 cycling donation frome community bikeproject missinglinks saferoutes volunteering somerset sustainability Frome’s vibrant cycling community has received a significant boost thanks to the generosity of the Frome Community Bike Project (FCBP). Since launching in January 2024, this local cycling hub has donated an impressive £8,500 … Read More
DEFRA Chair Visits Somerset Farm to Address Agricultural Challenges and Innovations Saturday, May 31, 2025 defra farming somerset agriculture foodsecurity greenenergy regulations sustainability mps rural Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee Chair Alistair Carmichael MP recently visited Landmark Farm in Wanstrow, Somerset, to engage directly with local farmers about the challenges and opportunities in sustainable … Read More
Wera Hobhouse Explores Cutting-Edge Innovations at University of Bath Friday, May 30, 2025 hydrogen engineering innovation mentalhealth eatingdisorders studentprojects sustainability education research university Liberal Democrat MP Wera Hobhouse visited the University of Bath on Wednesday, May 28, to witness firsthand the pioneering work of the university’s students and researchers. The visit showcased a range of ground-breaking … Read More
Somerset Village to Gain 37 New Homes, Emphasizing Bungalows and Affordability Wednesday, May 28, 2025 banwell bungalows affordablehousing newbuilds accessibility northsomerset newlandhomes sustainability solarpanels housingcrisis Construction is set to begin this summer on 37 new homes in Banwell, a village in North Somerset located about six miles east of Weston-super-Mare. This ambitious project aims to help address the region’s housing … Read More
Shepherds Huts to Enhance Accommodation at Somerset Outdoor Education Centre Wednesday, May 28, 2025 shepherdshuts somerset quantockhills outdooreducation kilvecourt accommodations greenenergy sustainability planningapproval showerblock The Kilve Court Education Centre, nestled in the picturesque Quantock Hills of Somerset, is set to welcome upgraded visitor accommodations following the recent unanimous approval of development plans. Located along the A39 in … Read More
Somerset Company’s Bee-Friendly Garden Wins RHS Chelsea People’s Choice Award Wednesday, May 28, 2025 bees gardening biodiversity sustainability pollinators rhschelsea protek urban conservation beekeeping A unique bee-friendly garden co-created by a Somerset-based company has earned the prestigious RHS People’s Choice Award at RHS Chelsea 2025. Protek partnered with the charity Bees for Development to create the striking Bees … Read More