Decision on 1,450-Home Taunton Development Delayed Over Highways and Viability Concerns Monday, December 1, 2025 taunton monktonheathfield housing development planning infrastructure highways viability persimmon redrow The much-anticipated development of over 1,400 homes as part of phase two of the Monkton Heathfield urban extension in Taunton has been postponed until spring 2026. The delay stems from ongoing highways complications and … Read More
Decision on 1,450-Home Taunton Development Delayed Amid Highways and Viability Concerns Monday, December 1, 2025 taunton monktonheathfield housing development infrastructure highways viability planning persimmon redrow A crucial decision on the long-anticipated housing development at Monkton Heathfield in Taunton has been postponed until spring 2026, as unresolved highways issues and financial viability concerns continue to stall progress. … Read More
Community Unites to Save Taunton’s Vital Hydrotherapy Pool Amid Funding Shortfall Saturday, November 29, 2025 hydrotherapy taunton community fundraising disabilityservices compasswellbeing rehabilitation healthcare charity support The beloved hydrotherapy pool at Compass Wellbeing in Taunton faces closure unless urgent repair funding of £35,000 is secured. This essential facility, operated by the local charity Compass Disability Services, supports … Read More
Community Unites to Save Essential Taunton Hydrotherapy Pool Amid Funding Shortfall Saturday, November 29, 2025 hydrotherapy taunton community fundraising accessibility rehabilitation compasswellbeing charity repairs health A treasured hydrotherapy pool in Taunton faces the threat of closure unless urgent repair funding is secured, igniting a community-wide campaign that has garnered political and local business support. Located at Compass … Read More
M5 Traffic Builds Following Rush-Hour Crash Near Taunton Friday, November 28, 2025 m5 traffic taunton crash delays rushhour accident queues transport roadsafety A crash during rush hour on the M5 near Taunton has caused significant traffic delays. Motorists experienced slow-moving queues as emergency services attended the scene and cleared the incident. Authorities advise drivers to …
New A38 ‘Park and Bus’ Facility Set to Open Before Christmas Friday, November 28, 2025 taunton orchardgrove parkandbus somersetcouncil a38 publictransport housingdevelopment transportation community infrastructure sport Taunton’s highly anticipated ‘park and bus’ facility along the A38 is slated to open by Christmas, according to a key local councillor. This new transport hub forms a crucial part of the Orchard Grove development—a major … Read More