Dozens of aspiring teachers have officially embarked on their professional journeys after completing a comprehensive two-year training programme with the Futura Learning Partnership. The graduation ceremony, held at Clevedon …
Ofsted has intervened following concerns raised about Little Adventures Nursery in Bridgwater. After complaints surfaced in March and April 2025, inspectors visited the nursery on April 17 and found that the setting was not …
A vulnerable woman named Helen Burnell tragically died in July 2019 after choking on a sandwich that was not properly prepared by her carers. Helen, 60, had lived at Somerset Court in Brent Knoll for 45 years. She was …
A historic canal in Somerset is breathing new life after a significant restoration effort led by more than 140 apprentices. Over the span of a week, these young workers engaged in comprehensive maintenance and repair tasks, …
Yeovil Town manager Mark Cooper has emphasized the necessity of relocating the team’s training sessions to the SGS Wise campus in South Gloucestershire, citing inadequate facilities within Yeovil itself. Speaking during the …
Rachel Gilmour, the Liberal Democrat MP for Tiverton and Minehead, has called on the government to introduce a “rural premium” designed to attract and retain more dementia carers in Somerset’s rural communities. Speaking in a …
Bradford-on-Avon Rugby Club has received planning permission to construct an indoor training facility at its Winsley grounds, overcoming local opposition over the building’s size and appearance. Some residents raised …
England head coach Steve Borthwick has named an enhanced 36-man training squad for next weekend’s match against a France XV, featuring seven players fresh from Bath Rugby’s Premiership final victory. Bath’s Charlie Ewels, Ted …
Bath has welcomed its first dedicated boulder training gym, LUMA Climbing, which is quickly becoming a hub for the local climbing community. Opening in early May, LUMA offers climbers state-of-the-art facilities right in the …
Yeovil Town’s recent decision to relocate its training base to the SGS WISE Campus in South Gloucestershire has stirred a wave of mixed emotions among supporters. Many fans are anxious that moving away from Yeovil will weaken …
Yeovil Town has announced that starting from the 2025/26 season, their first-team training operations will shift from Yeovil in Somerset to the SGS Wise Campus in Bristol. This relocation is designed to provide players and …
Taunton School has appointed Rachel Aldington as its new Director of Swimming, signaling a bold move to elevate both the competitive edge and inclusivity of its aquatic programmes. Rachel joins Taunton School from Millfield …
Sir Ashley Fox, MP for Bridgwater, gained an insightful perspective on the mounting challenges facing UK agriculture during his recent visit to Bridgwater & Taunton College’s Rodway Farm at the Cannington campus. The visit …
Mason Turner, a 14-year-old prodigy from Yeovil, Somerset, is rapidly gaining attention on the national karting stage. Balancing school, martial arts, and an intense racing schedule, Mason exhibits a level of maturity and …
Tiah-Mai Ayton, a British teenager with a remarkable background in kickboxing and Muay Thai, has made the leap into professional boxing with her sights firmly set on becoming an undisputed world champion. Starting martial …