On my recent journey to Portishead, I experienced firsthand the challenges facing commuters in the area—a situation that underscores the urgent need to reopen the railway line. Traveling the 32-mile distance took …
Taunton, a historic town in Somerset, has taken a significant stride towards sustainable urban living with the opening of a new car-free route across the town center. This initiative is part of a comprehensive redevelopment …
Many travelers notice striking cultural differences when visiting a new country, and for American influencer Amber Kacherian, her recent two-week stay in the UK has been no exception. With a following of 396,000 on social …
The former Three Crowns pub site at 15 St. Mary Street in Bridgwater town centre could be redeveloped into nine new homes, pending the outcome of a planning appeal. The pub shuttered in 2003, and permission for its demolition …
Bath and North East Somerset Council is moving forward with plans to transform a city centre car park into a vibrant new residential quarter. The proposals involve constructing 96 flats on the Green Street car park as part of …
A unique bee-friendly garden co-created by a Somerset-based company has earned the prestigious RHS People’s Choice Award at RHS Chelsea 2025. Protek partnered with the charity Bees for Development to create the striking Bees …
The large vacant site left by the closure of the Homebase store in Bath is set to be transformed into a dynamic new city quarter featuring over 450 homes. Bath and North East Somerset Council’s planning committee unanimously …
A proposal for a new urban development in Bath is on the verge of receiving the green light, as plans for the construction of over 450 homes on the former Homebase site are set to go before the Bath and North East Somerset …
Located in the heart of Bath, Northumberland Place is a hidden gem bustling with bars and restaurants, nestled opposite the city’s Guildhall. A recent planning application has been submitted to Bath and North East Somerset …
A recent drone video provides a captivating view of a £2 million project set to facilitate the creation of over 1,600 new residences in the county of Somerset. The urban extension project in Staplegrove will encompass 1,628 …
The historic Bath Press site, formerly the home of Pitman Press printing works and vacant since 2007, is set to undergo a transformation as heritage developer City & Country partners with renowned architectural firm Feilden …
The prospect of a modern tram network linking Bath and Bristol is gaining momentum as a key political agenda. The idea, which has been a topic of discussion for years, is now being put forward by leading candidates for the …
The issue of seagulls causing chaos in Bath has reached a tipping point, as a local resident suggests legal action against the protection of the birds by Natural England. Despite being a nuisance to residents and businesses, …
Bath and North East Somerset Council is seeking permission from Natural England to remove nests and eggs of gulls during the breeding season. The council can only take action if the birds pose a threat to public safety, such …