Volunteers

Railway

Avon Valley Railway Overcomes Fraud with Community Support

The Avon Valley Railway in Bristol has been on a path to recovery following a devastating £50,000 fraud incident that shook the volunteer-led heritage site to its core. Roger Eynon, chairman of the Avon Valley Railway …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Dorset

700 drivers warned in Dorset speeding crackdown

In a concerted effort to enhance road safety, hundreds of drivers in Dorset have been issued with advisory letters following a week-long speeding operation. The initiative, conducted in collaboration with Dorset Police, saw …

By James Robinson · · 1 min read

Cheddar

Urgent Plea: Cheddar Scouts in Search of New Leaders

In the age of technology, gaming, and social media, the 1st Cheddar Scouts group in Somerset faces a pressing issue. The group urgently needs new leaders due to the overwhelming interest of children wanting to join. With the …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Volunteers

Restoring Historic Site to Create Bat Haven and Green Space

A dedicated team of volunteers came together on March 23 to tackle conservation efforts at Glastonbury’s historical Baily’s Buildings site. The main focus of their efforts was the planting of trees to establish a biodiverse …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Bath

Volunteers Protect Bath Amphibians from Roadkill

Every spring, the residents of Bath rally together to protect the local toad, frog, and newt populations as they make their perilous journey across Charlcombe Lane to reach their breeding lake at the bottom of Charlcombe …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Somerset

Crackdown on Speeding Drivers in Somerset Town

The town of Frome in Somerset is facing a significant problem with speeding and unsafe driving, leading to serious crashes on its roads. Concerned residents and local authorities are taking action to address the issue and …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read