Discover Freshford: A Beautiful UK Village Just Five Miles from Bath, Yet a Well-Kept Secret Friday, May 16, 2025 freshford somerset bath village history nature conservation cotswolds tourism heritage If you’re seeking a peaceful staycation destination, Freshford in Somerset is an idyllic choice. Located just five miles from the vibrant city of Bath, this picturesque village offers the perfect blend of rural serenity and … Read More
Somerset’s Beloved Village Pub, The Bird in Hand, Hints at Exciting Revival Tuesday, May 6, 2025 pub somerset northcurry reopening village community hospitality taunton revival announcement The Bird in Hand, the only pub in the quaint Somerset village of North Curry near Taunton, has sparked excitement by hinting at a much-anticipated comeback. After closing its doors in July last year, many feared the end of a … Read More
Charming Somerset Pub Teases Comeback Tuesday, May 6, 2025 somerset pub comeback village north curry taunton reveal social media revival announcement The Bird in Hand, a beloved village pub located in North Curry near Taunton, seems poised for a comeback after its closure last July appeared to signal the end of an era. For years, it was the sole pub in the village before … Read More
Discovering the Charm of Compton Martin, a Somerset Village Sunday, April 27, 2025 compton martin somerset mendips village alpine bristol history picturesque scenic charm Nestled in the Mendips, just 30 minutes from Bristol, Compton Martin offers a picturesque escape reminiscent of the Alpine regions. The village is steeped in history, from dramatic events to ancient dwellings that transport … Read More
Man Stabs Uncle to Death in South West Village Tuesday, April 22, 2025 stabbing mentalhealth hospitalorder southwest village crime tragic psychoticillness sentencing detained Corin Harper-Davis, a 37-year-old man from Hither Green in London, has been sentenced to a hospital order after stabbing his uncle to death in the quiet South West village of Brampford Speke. The incident took place last … Read More
80 New Homes Approved in Somerset Village Monday, April 21, 2025 somerset village housing development sustainability biodiversity affordable council approval construction Revised plans for a new housing development in Cotford St. Luke, a small Somerset village, have been approved, allowing the construction of 80 new homes and a takeaway to move forward. Lovell Homes, the developer, will start … Read More