Giant Picture Map Celebrates Somerset Town After 20-Month Community Project Thursday, June 12, 2025 langport somerset community artwork map volunteer women riverparrett mural local A stunning giant picture map has been gifted to the Somerset town of Langport following a dedicated 20-month community project. Crafted by nine talented local women, the colorful artwork took an impressive 1,000 hours of … Read More
The Man Who Faces Death by Looking Out to Sea Saturday, June 7, 2025 marine conservation rescue divers bdmlr seal whale devon volunteer advocacy Chris Berry’s commitment to marine life rescue runs deep, shaped by powerful experiences that transformed him from a volunteer into a passionate advocate for marine conservation across the UK. As the Devon Area Coordinator … Read More
Loneliness-Fighting Tea Party Group Celebrates 50 Years with Warm Tribute Wednesday, May 21, 2025 reengage loneliness community seniorcare anniversary teaparty royalwoottonbassett volunteer friendship celebration On May 4, the Hook Village Hall in Wiltshire came alive with joy and nostalgia as Re-engage Royal Wootton Bassett marked its 50th anniversary. This community group, founded in 1975 by the late Ann Godfrey, has been a beacon … Read More
Tributes Paid to Former Naval Officer and Pillar of the Wincanton Community Wednesday, May 7, 2025 community royalnavy wincanton volunteer leadership legacy transport service tribute pancreaticcancer sport The Wincanton community has come together to honor Andrew “Andy” Chilton, a cherished local figure and former Royal Navy serviceman who passed away at 73 from pancreatic cancer on April 1. A service held at Yeovil … Read More
Volunteer Seriously Injured After Being Struck by Train Wagon on Private Somerset Tracks Tuesday, May 6, 2025 railway accident safety somerset volunteer wagon gartell raib injury investigation A volunteer member of staff was seriously injured after being struck by a train wagon on the private Gartell Light Railway in Somerset. The accident occurred near the Common Lane level crossing on Thursday, April 17, at … Read More
Plans to Upgrade Chard Reservoir for Visitors and Education Monday, April 28, 2025 chard reservoir nature reserve facilities community education volunteer sustainability accessibility development somerset Chard Reservoir, a renowned nature reserve in the UK, is set to undergo exciting developments to enhance its facilities and accessibility. The current limited amenities, including only one compost toilet situated away from … Read More