Revitalizing Somerset's Historic West Somerset Railway Friday, May 2, 2025 somerset railway heritage mainline transportation tourism funding connection reconnection revitalization Conservative and Liberal Democrat officials have urged the government to fund a plan to reconnect the West Somerset Railway (WSR) to the mainline rail services, aiming to enhance the region’s transportation and tourism … Read More
The Salt Path: A Boost for Somerset and Exmoor Tourism Sunday, April 27, 2025 somerset exmoor tourism film locations coastal landscapes screen south west trail The upcoming release of the film The Salt Path is set to provide a significant boost to tourism in Somerset and Exmoor. Featuring iconic locations such as Minehead, Culvercliffe Walk, North Hill, Bossington Hill, and Porlock … Read More
Weston-super-Mare's Water Quality Deters Beachgoers Saturday, April 26, 2025 weston-super-mare beach water quality environment agency swimming caution somerset warning contamination tourism Ted, a local worker at Salt Rock, expressed strong reluctance when asked about swimming in Weston-super-Mare’s bay. The town has gained a dubious honor by being included in the Environment Agency’s list of beaches … Read More
Local volunteers tackle overflowing bins at Wells' popular tourist spot Thursday, April 24, 2025 wells somerset volunteers community spirit cleanliness advocacy council tourism environment Residents of Wells, Somerset, were fed up with the sight of an overloaded bin outside the Bishop’s Palace, which was left unemptied and spilling waste onto the grounds. In a commendable show of community spirit, local … Read More
Lib Dem Leader Urges Action to Protect South West Tourism from Tax Hikes Wednesday, April 23, 2025 tourism south west tax hikes ed davey liberal democrats national insurance hospitality government crisis summit The leader of the Liberal Democrats, Sir Ed Davey, has emphasized the pivotal role of the tourism sector in many communities across the South West. He has warned that the ongoing cost of living crisis has significantly … Read More
Candidates Clash Over Tourist Tax and Housing at WECA Mayor Hustings Monday, April 21, 2025 weca mayor candidates clash tourism tax housing hustings election debate housing crisis short-term lets regulation airbnb tax hotels bristol infrastructure connectivity regional plan constituent councils private equity economic growth The candidates vying to be the next West of England Metro Mayor engaged in a lively debate over the implementation of a tourist tax and housing issues at a recent hustings event in Bath. With the election scheduled for May 1 … Read More