A new nature reserve, Hollybrook, is being developed as part of the Strawberry Line, a popular walking and cycling route crossing rural Somerset. This ambitious project aims to enhance local biodiversity while providing a …
In the heart of Somerset, the spirit of community shines brightly as villagers band together to save their beloved pub. The Unicorn Inn in Bayford had shuttered its doors in 2024, but thanks to the determination and …
After the closure of The Unicorn Inn in 2024, the tight-knit community of Bayford, Somerset, refused to let their favorite gathering spot disappear. Last November, thanks to the dedication and generosity of local villagers, …
In a remarkable display of community spirit, the villagers of Bayford, Somerset, have successfully resurrected their beloved local pub. The Unicorn Inn, which closed its doors in 2024, was purchased at auction by a dedicated …
Offenders have been diligently restoring a medieval churchyard in Midsomer Norton as part of their court-ordered sentences this month. The group, engaged in supervised unpaid work, have been enhancing the grounds of St John …
A group of young trainee guide dog puppies recently took on a new challenge—navigating the lively environment of an international airport terminal. These promising pups, accompanied by their volunteer raisers, visited Bristol …
This Christmas, a heartwarming initiative is bringing joy to both toys and children alike. A kind-hearted volunteer has launched a festive campaign dedicated to ensuring that no teddy bear is left sitting lonely on the shelf …
Children and young people in the growing Somerset village of Cheddar now have a safer, car-free route to school thanks to the latest extension of the Strawberry Line, a long-distance multi-user path. The Strawberry Line …
Children and young people in the growing Somerset village of Cheddar can now benefit from a safer, car-free route to school thanks to the latest extension of the Strawberry Line multi-user path. Stretching from Yatton railway …
Once dismissed as a potential “retail horror,” the Old Cinema in Yeovil has transformed from a former Art Deco movie house into a flourishing charity shop, proving sceptics wrong and becoming a vital community hub. Operated …
Earlier this month, a tiny otter cub named Iris was found cold, weak, and injured near a busy main road close to Taunton. Severely hypothermic and lethargic, the little cub was barely holding on. Fortunately, a kind rescuer …
A tiny otter cub named Iris is making a remarkable recovery after being found cold, weak, and injured near a busy main road outside Taunton earlier this month. Discovered hypothermic and lethargic, Iris was barely clinging to …
A Dorset charity dedicated to supporting homeless young people has issued an urgent appeal for winter volunteers following its busiest year ever. Action for Children’s Dorset Nightstop service, which offers emergency …
Railway enthusiasts have a reason to celebrate this weekend as the historic East Somerset Railway unveils a significant upgrade that allows it to run two trains simultaneously for the first time. This milestone enhancement …
Railway enthusiasts have every reason to celebrate this weekend as the historic East Somerset Railway unveils a significant upgrade that enables it to run two trains simultaneously for the first time in its history. The …