The 'Ghost' Village Abandoned 82 Years Ago to Aid WWII Efforts Wednesday, December 31, 2025 imber abandoned village wwii history evacuation military heritage nazis england Nestled in the heart of England lies Imber, a village frozen in time for 82 years. In 1943, during World War II, the residents of Imber were evacuated to allow the British Army to use the area for training exercises in … Read More
Step Back in Time: The Enchanting Village of Norton St Philip Wednesday, December 24, 2025 nortonstphilip somerset history thegeorge battlefields tudor coachinginn architecture village england Nestled just outside the historic city of Bath lies Norton St Philip, a West Country village that feels like a journey back to a bygone era. This picturesque hamlet is a must-visit on any Somerset tour, famous not only for … Read More
Step Back in Time: Discover the Historic Charm of Norton St Philip Wednesday, December 24, 2025 nortonstphilip somerset history monmouthrebellion thegeorge village heritage tunnels tudor battlefield Nestled just outside Bath lies Norton St Philip, a small West Country village that feels like a journey back in time. A quintessential stop on any Somerset tour, Norton St Philip is famous for its historic coaching inn, The … Read More
Step Back in Time in Norton St Philip, the West Country Village of Secrets and History Wednesday, December 24, 2025 nortonstphilip somerset history thegeorge battle monmouth tunnel tudor village tourism Nestled just outside Bath lies Norton St Philip, a captivating village that feels like a journey back through centuries. When touring Somerset, this quaint hamlet is a must-visit — not only for its renowned coaching inn, The … Read More
Local Couple Closes Cherished Fish and Chip Shop After 39 Years Sunday, November 30, 2025 fishchips retirement templecombe community tradition localbusiness closure village somerset family After nearly four decades of serving the community, Paul and Marianne Elson have announced the closure of their beloved fish and chip shop in Templecombe, Somerset. Bridge Fish and Chips, a staple on Templecombe’s High Street … Read More
Tiny Somerset Village Besieged by Lorries as Historic Bridge Crumbles Wednesday, November 26, 2025 somerset village lorry bridge damage infrastructure residents safety property heritage The peaceful Somerset village, known for its quaint charm and historic architecture, is now grappling with an overwhelming influx of heavy lorries. Many residents report rising anxiety as the constant traffic takes a toll on … Read More