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 …
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 …
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 …
Nestled within the picturesque village of Freshford in Somerset, the allure of this highly sought-after location is hard to ignore. With its historic charm, abundance of greenery, and convenient proximity to nearby cities, …
Nestled in the picturesque village of Freshford in Somerset, the buzz surrounding its desirability is undeniable. With estate agents touting its popularity and scarcity of rentals, Freshford appears to be a haven for those …
Have you ever driven past a road sign that left you chuckling to yourself or scratching your head in confusion? The UK is home to a multitude of place names that are amusing for one reason or another, offering the potential …
Nestled on the Jurassic Coast of Devon, the idyllic village of Beer has been crowned Britain’s most stunning seaside spot. Previously topping The Telegraph’s list of the UK’s best seaside villages, Beer is celebrated for its …
Backwell, a North Somerset village, is facing a surge of development as the government’s planning inspectorate recently granted planning permission for 125 new homes. This decision has sparked concerns among local councillors …
A Somerset village is banding together to raise £450,000 in a bid to acquire and revive the only remaining pub in their area. The Britannia Inn ceased operations in June 2021 upon the retirement of long-time landlords Rob and …
An outline planning application has been submitted by Sparkford II LVA LLP for the construction of up to 60 new homes in a developing village located near the A303. The proposal, which aims to extend the existing estate road …
Peasedown St John is set to receive a much-anticipated boost in public transport services with the upcoming launch of a permanent bus route. Independent Councillors Karen Walker and Gavin Heathcote have been instrumental in …
The cost of the long-awaited Banwell bypass, a century-old project to combat severe congestion in the North Somerset village, has surged beyond £100 million. Initially proposed in 1927, the project obtained approval in 2023 …
Residents of a small Somerset village called Mudford are demanding immediate action to protect their homes from the looming threat of “extreme flooding”. The concerns were raised following the approval of two major housing …
A recent appeal has been lodged for the construction of 75 new homes in Coleford, a small village near the Mendip Hills in Somerset. The appeal comes after plans for the development were refused by the Somerset Council, and a …
A major housing development and a new takeaway are set to be built in Cotford St. Luke, a small village in Somerset. The development, which includes 80 new homes, has recently undergone a revision and is now subject to public …