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Sunday, October 19, 2025 somerset autumn escape decoyfarmhouse starlings murmuration holiday travel uk culture

A charming Somerset retreat, Decoy Farm House in Compton Dundon, has earned a spot on The Times' prestigious list of the “most irresistible autumn escapes” for 2025. This stylish mid-century, three-bedroom holiday … Read More

Thursday, October 16, 2025 weather somerset metoffice rain thunderstorms storm wind forecast uk mild

The Met Office has issued a forecast warning of a wet and windy weekend ahead as a low-pressure system moves eastward from the North Atlantic. This weather front is expected to bring heavy rainfall, strong gales, and … Read More

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 weather storm rain wind uk metoffice october flooding forecast winter

New weather data suggests that the UK could experience severe weather later this month, with torrential rain and winds gusting up to 60mph or more. According to WXCharts.com, a storm front is expected to approach the UK from … Read More

Thursday, October 9, 2025 cancer charity retail shopclosures uk fundraising volunteers staff superstores somerset

Cancer Research UK has announced plans to close 88 of its High Street shops across the UK by May 2026 as the initial phase of a significant retail overhaul. This move will impact nearly half of the charity’s approximately 600 … Read More

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 uk weather metoffice temperature coldfront rainfall frost october forecast climate

Residents across Somerset and much of the UK are being warned to prepare for a significant drop in temperatures as a cold front advances from the north. While early October has enjoyed milder-than-average weather, this … Read More

Monday, October 6, 2025 claires closures retail modella administration uk ireland shopping stores somerset

Claire’s, the popular fashion accessories retailer, is set to close 145 of its stores across the UK and Ireland following a recent rescue deal that saved just over half of its outlets. The closure list includes the … Read More