Goat Causes M5 Bank Holiday Standstill Monday, May 5, 2025 m5 bank holiday traffic standstill goat motorway taunton somerset national highways incident Bank holiday traffic on the M5 came to a standstill as both sides of the motorway were closed, all thanks to a runaway goat dashing down the carriageway. Motorists were left in disbelief as the brown goat was spotted darting … Read More
Traffic Delays After Crash at Taunton Roundabout Sunday, May 4, 2025 taunton roundabout crash traffic delays queues incident motorists frustration congestion A crash at a roundabout in Taunton has caused significant traffic delays in the area. The incident has resulted in queues forming in all directions, with motorists experiencing frustration as they navigate through the …
Grand Reopening: Somerset's Iconic Blue Ball Inn Friday, May 2, 2025 somerset pub history reopening thatched-roof triscombe taunton 400 years celebration landmark The historic Blue Ball Inn at Triscombe, near Taunton, is set to welcome patrons once again, unveiling its 400 years of rich history in a grand reopening event scheduled for Friday, May 2. Having withstood seven previous … Read More
Controversy at Pyrland School as Ofsted Deems It 'Inadequate' Tuesday, April 29, 2025 taunton pyrland school ofsted inspection inadequate bullying behavior complaint progress pandemic apology disruptive attendance expansion facilities Pyrland School in Taunton is facing off against Ofsted following a recent inspection that labeled the school as ‘inadequate’ across all areas. The school claims that the inspection was mishandled as it took place … Read More
Teenager arrested after fire destroys minibuses used by children and vulnerable people Monday, April 28, 2025 teenager arrest fire minibuses children vulnerable park and ride taunton arson police A 17-year-old boy from Taunton has been arrested after seven specially adapted minibuses were destroyed by a fire at Silk Mills Park and Ride in Taunton over the weekend. The fire, which occurred on Saturday (April 26) … Read More
Expansion of Taunton's Largest Housing Estate Approved Monday, April 28, 2025 taunton housing estate development approval expansion orchard grove homes park phosphates Over 50 new homes have been given the green light for construction in Taunton’s largest housing development, as local councillors have unanimously approved the expansion of Orchard Grove. The development, formerly known … Read More