Somerset’s Most Haunted Prison: The Dark History of HMP Shepton Mallet Saturday, December 27, 2025 sheptonmallet prison execution haunted paranormal victorian criminals history tourism ghosts HMP Shepton Mallet, also known as Cornhill, is a former prison in Somerset steeped in centuries of dark history. Established in 1625 as a house of correction, it operated for nearly 400 years, confining some of Britain’s most … Read More
Step Back in Time in Norton St Philip, the West Country Village of Secrets and History Wednesday, December 24, 2025 nortonstphilip somerset history thegeorge battle monmouth tunnel tudor village tourism Nestled just outside Bath lies Norton St Philip, a captivating village that feels like a journey back through centuries. When touring Somerset, this quaint hamlet is a must-visit — not only for its renowned coaching inn, The … Read More
Bath Christmas Market Draws Thousands, Enchants City Friday, November 28, 2025 bath christmas market holidays festive shopping winter events tourism crafts Bath is bustling with festive cheer as the annual Christmas Market transforms the city into a winter wonderland. Thousands of visitors have flocked to the historic streets, eager to explore the charming stalls brimming with … Read More
Travel Warnings Issued as Bath Christmas Market Draws Thousands to City Friday, November 28, 2025 bath christmas market traffic roadclosures publictransport parkandride travel congestion tourism sport As the Bath Christmas Market opens on Thursday, November 27, motorists are being warned of potential travel delays throughout the city. Several key roads around Bath, including areas near the Abbey, the Theatre Royal, and St … Read More
Tourist Tax Proposal Gains Momentum in Weston-super-Mare Wednesday, November 26, 2025 tourism tax weston-super-mare northsomerset infrastructure economy mayor funding visitorlevy seaside North Somerset Council may reconsider introducing a tourist tax in popular destinations like Weston-super-Mare. Local government secretary Steve Reed announced on November 25 that mayors will soon have the authority to impose … Read More
Potential Tourist Tax Proposed for Weston-super-Mare Amid Financial Pressures Wednesday, November 26, 2025 tourism tax northsomerset westonsupermare budget infrastructure visitoreconomy localgovernment metromayor levy North Somerset Council is reconsidering the introduction of a tourist tax in popular towns like Weston-super-Mare following a recent announcement from the government. Local Government Secretary Steve Reed outlined that mayors … Read More