The UK is bracing for cooler temperatures this weekend just as millions of motorists prepare for summer holidays. The RAC estimates that 14.1 million drivers will travel from Friday to Sunday, marking the second highest …
Cheddar Reservoir in Somerset will be closed to the public from midnight on Wednesday, July 8, until 9 a.m. on Monday, July 13, due to extreme heat conditions. Bristol Water announced the closure as a precautionary measure, …
As the UK endures a record-breaking heatwave with temperatures soaring past 35°C, South West Water has come under fire for advising residents to conserve water, even though reservoirs currently stand at 90% capacity. The …
A cherished pond in Royal Victoria Park, Bath, which temporarily dried up during last summer’s intense heatwave, is set to be restored with a new permanent water supply. The pond dried out in July after a prolonged 30°C …
The cherished pond in Royal Victoria Park, Bath, which dried up during last July’s intense heatwave, is set to be revived as the council seeks a permanent water source. The pond, having lost its original water supply years …
Sophie Dumont, a poet from Somerset who grew up in Bath, is gaining widespread acclaim following the publication of her debut poetry collection, Sculling. Her work has been praised by prestigious publications including The …
Sophie Dumont, a talented poet from Somerset, has garnered widespread acclaim with her debut poetry collection, Sculling. Raised and educated in Bath, Sophie’s work has caught the attention of prestigious publications such as …
As Somerset emerges as a prime location for artificial intelligence infrastructure, concerns about the environmental impact of expanding data centres are gaining attention. The Department of Science, Innovation and Technology …
A person was successfully rescued from the River Avon in Bath earlier today. Emergency services were quickly on the scene after receiving reports of someone in distress in the water. Rescue teams worked efficiently to bring …
Water supply has been fully restored in Wedmore following the repair of a burst main by Bristol Water. The utility company acted promptly to address the issue, minimizing disruption for local residents. Teams worked …
Bristol Water has restored the water supply to Wedmore after repairing a burst main that disrupted service in the area. The company responded promptly to the issue, carrying out necessary repairs to ensure residents have …
JD Spencer Farm Partnership, operating from Manor Farm in Langley Burrell near Chippenham, has been fined after causing two separate slurry pollution incidents that contaminated local waterways. The partnership admitted to …
Julian Oxborough, a loyal Lidl employee with more than 10 years of service at the Wincanton store in Somerset, was dismissed after consuming a 17p bottle of water without paying for it. An employment tribunal later ruled the …
A burst water main in Weston-super-Mare has caused significant disruption to water supplies in the area. Residents and businesses experienced interruptions as crews worked urgently to address the issue. After swift action by …
Somerset is once again at risk of flooding as authorities issue a new rain warning for the region. Recent heavy downpours have already led to several areas being submerged, disrupting daily life and raising concerns among …