The £3.5 million residence owned by a Harry Potter star is set to become part of a rapidly expanding community, as plans unfold for 2,000 new homes nearby. While the development promises growth and new opportunities, local …
Taunton’s newly constructed ‘park and bus’ facility, intended to serve the substantial Orchard Grove housing development along the A38, remains unopened due to minor technical delays. The Orchard Grove project, a …
Somerset’s planning strategy has come under intense scrutiny, with experts and local stakeholders criticizing what they describe as a ‘piecemeal’ approach. The concern centers around the impact this fragmented planning is …
Developers overseeing Taunton’s largest housing project, Orchard Grove, have confirmed there are no plans to install street lighting along Lipe Hill Lane, a crucial pedestrian and cycling route within the development. The …
Somerset Council is set to invest nearly £607,000 to enhance Wellington’s cycling infrastructure, ensuring a new cycle link is operational before the town’s upcoming railway station opens. The funding, sourced entirely from a …
A petition calling for a city-wide reduction of Bath’s speed limit to 20mph has surpassed 100 signatures, reflecting growing concerns about road safety. The campaign was initiated by local advocate Guy Hodgson after a tragic …
Plans for new housing developments have sparked discussions about the potential merging of two neighboring villages, currently separated by only around 100 metres. This close proximity means the proposed homes could …
A significant development project in central Bath, spearheaded by Bath and North East Somerset Council, is set to create 96 new homes without any affordable housing, raising serious concerns among councillors. The Bath and …
Plans to create a vibrant new quarter in central Bath are gaining momentum again after delays. Bath and North East Somerset Council is moving forward by establishing a limited liability partnership (LLP) to deliver 96 new …
Cycling advocates in Bridgwater are urging Somerset Council to resist making any immediate alterations to the newly installed Celebration Mile road layout, suggesting that the scheme be given five to ten years to demonstrate …
Bath is embarking on an ambitious transformation of its transport network over the next decade with the launch of the Movement Strategy for Bath. This comprehensive plan aims to revolutionize how people and goods move around …
Plans to revitalize Keynsham town centre have received formal backing, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the community. The Keynsham Town Centre Regeneration Action Plan outlines a comprehensive strategy …
Union Square shopping centre in Torquay, built in 1982, was once a vibrant heart of shopping and social life. Over the decades, however, evolving consumer habits and the rise of online shopping have taken their toll, leaving …
Plans for a substantial housing development in Taunton have brought with it the prospect of up to 60 weeks of significant roadworks, though no official start date has been set. The Staplegrove urban extension will ultimately …
Somerset Council is inviting residents to shape the future of Yeovil through its new Town Centre Masterplan consultation. This ambitious plan aims to revitalize the heart of Yeovil by creating a more pedestrian-friendly …