Longleat Welcomes New Hippos This Summer Saturday, May 3, 2025 longleat hippos lola hodor wiltshire conservation sustainability safari park time capsule Longleat in Wiltshire is preparing to welcome two new residents this summer - hippos Lola and Hodor. This mother-son duo, aged 21 and 8 respectively, were born at Whipsnade Zoo and will soon make Longleat their new home once … Read More
Plans to Upgrade Chard Reservoir for Visitors and Education Monday, April 28, 2025 chard reservoir nature reserve facilities community education volunteer sustainability accessibility development somerset Chard Reservoir, a renowned nature reserve in the UK, is set to undergo exciting developments to enhance its facilities and accessibility. The current limited amenities, including only one compost toilet situated away from … Read More
The Pig near Bath: Redefining Dining with Garden-to-Plate Philosophy Sunday, April 27, 2025 sustainability farm-to-table locally sourced culinary innovation community engagement biodiversity gastronomy b corp seasonal cuisine garden tours Nestled in the heart of Somerset, The Pig near Bath is breaking new ground as it pioneers a food philosophy that bridges the gap between the garden and the plate. With a flourishing kitchen garden, this hotel-restaurant … Read More
The Pig near Bath: a Sustainable Garden-to-Plate Hotel Changing Culinary Paradigms Sunday, April 27, 2025 sustainability garden-to-plate hotel culinary somerset ingredients collaboration innovation transparency environmental Nestled in the serene Somerset countryside, The Pig near Bath is not just a hotel but a holistic experience where the relationship between the garden and the plate is transformative. This establishment is more than a mere … Read More
New Taproom Brings Somerset Cider to Life Monday, April 21, 2025 cider taproom somerset orchard harry’s sustainability cidermaker local events farmgate Cider enthusiasts can now revel in the experience of savoring award-winning cider just a stone’s throw away from the very orchards that supply the apples. The recently launched Harry’s Cider Taproom in Long Sutton, near … Read More
80 New Homes Approved in Somerset Village Monday, April 21, 2025 somerset village housing development sustainability biodiversity affordable council approval construction Revised plans for a new housing development in Cotford St. Luke, a small Somerset village, have been approved, allowing the construction of 80 new homes and a takeaway to move forward. Lovell Homes, the developer, will start … Read More