Save Our Hydropool Appeal Launched to Preserve Taunton’s Essential Therapy Pool Sunday, October 12, 2025 hydrotherapy fundraising taunton disability neurodiversity therapy community rehabilitation accessibility charity The vital hydrotherapy pool at Compass Wellbeing in Taunton, a lifeline for dozens of disabled children and adults each week, faces closure without urgent repairs costing £35,000. Since opening in 2017, this much-valued … Read More
Taunton's WinterFest Returns with Christmas Lights Switch-On in 2025 Sunday, October 12, 2025 winterfest taunton christmas lights festival 2025 family entertainment holiday celebration WinterFest is making a festive comeback in Taunton, with the much-anticipated Christmas Lights switch-on scheduled for Sunday, November 23, 2025. The event, which was cancelled last year due to severe weather threats from … Read More
Somerset Town Defies Trends with Thriving Retail Scene Saturday, October 11, 2025 taunton somerset footfall businessgrowth retail independentshops entrepreneurship economy localbusinesses investment Taunton is experiencing a refreshing surge in activity, defying national trends with increasing footfall and a wave of new businesses enriching Somerset’s economy. Recent data reveals that Taunton’s weekly footfall has risen … Read More
Somerset Town Defies the Odds with Thriving Retail Scene Saturday, October 11, 2025 taunton s somerset retail footfall businessgrowth entrepreneurs independentshops economy investment hospitality Taunton is bucking the national trend, showing promising signs of retail and economic vitality. Recent data reveals a 2.1% increase in weekly footfall in the town so far this year, significantly outperforming the UK average … Read More
Queen’s and Smash Padel Secure Approval for Major Padel Courts Development Friday, October 10, 2025 padel sports queen’s smashpadel somerset taunton construction community sustainability education sport A significant new sports venture is taking shape in Somerset as Queen’s School, in partnership with Smash Padel, has received full planning permission for an ambitious padel tennis project. The green light enables the … Read More
Historic Taunton Pub The Winchester to Reopen with a Nod to Its Past Thursday, October 9, 2025 taunton winchester pub reopening historic ambertaverns castlegreen mackenzies hospitality heritage An iconic Taunton pub is set to reopen, proudly reclaiming its original name and heritage. Located on Castle Green, the venue will once again be known as The Winchester, a name steeped in local history. Originally called The … Read More