Cotswold Village Braces for Chaotic Summer as Tourist Traffic Overwhelms Bourton-on-the-Water Wednesday, May 21, 2025 bourton-on-the-water cotswolds tourism traffic coaches overtourism residents parking transport congestion The charming Cotswold village of Bourton-on-the-Water, often celebrated as the Venice of the Cotswolds due to its scenic waterways, is preparing for a tumultuous summer plagued by severe traffic congestion. The trouble stems … Read More
'Fastest' Steam Locomotive No. 60163 Tornado Returns to Somerset This Summer Tuesday, May 20, 2025 steam locomotive tornado somerset railway tourism heritage overhaul railtours brgreen This summer, steam enthusiasts and travelers across Somerset can look forward to the return of one of Britain’s most celebrated steam locomotives. No. 60163 Tornado, known as the fastest steam engine to run since the 1960s, … Read More
Luxury Lodges Set to Transform Former Somerset Quarry Tuesday, May 20, 2025 luxury somerset quarry lodges development planning environment tourism construction recreation A disused quarry in Somerset is on track to become a luxury holiday retreat featuring nearly 150 timber lodges. Located on Bector Lane near Stoke St. Michael, between Shepton Mallet and Radstock, the Cookswood gated community … Read More
Somerset’s Castle Cary: The Best Place to Live in the UK with a Surprising Flaw Monday, May 19, 2025 castlecary somerset bestplaces community travel uk tourism lifestyle localculture independentshops Castle Cary, a picturesque market town in Somerset, was recently named the best place to live in the UK by lifestyle website Muddy Stilettos. Praised for its independent shops, strong community spirit, and convenient travel … Read More
South West Coastal Town Faces Backlash Over New 'Tourist Tax' Impacting Tourism Monday, May 19, 2025 salcombe tourism parking secondhomes southhams business residents economy council tax Residents and business owners in Salcombe, affectionately known as ‘Chelsea-on-Sea,’ are growing increasingly concerned over recent measures by South Hams District Council that seem to target tourism—and threaten … Read More
Best and Glorious Blue Flag Beaches Within Easy Reach from Somerset Sunday, May 18, 2025 blueflag beaches somerset southwest dorset waterquality environment tourism safety accessibility The South West of England boasts some of the finest beaches in the country, and it’s no surprise that many have earned the prestigious Blue Flag status. With over 70 Blue Flag beaches across England, more than half are … Read More