Campaigners are pushing to remove barriers that prevent children from enjoying outdoor play, aiming to improve their health and wellbeing. This includes calling for the removal of “no ball games” signs that are widespread …
The UK government has announced a significant expansion of the free school meals scheme, set to take effect from September 2026. Currently, all children in England receive free school meals up to the end of Year 2, with …
A new peer-to-peer support group for men is set to open in Taunton next month, providing a welcoming and confidential environment for men over 18 to share their mental health challenges without judgment. This initiative is …
At Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke in Weston-super-Mare, a remarkable transformation has taken place. What was once a disused and overgrown farm has been revitalized into a vibrant space dedicated to healing, learning, and community …
At Cygnet Hospital Kewstoke in Weston-Super-Mare, a once-forgotten farm has been revitalized into a vibrant sanctuary fostering growth, learning, and wellbeing. This mental health hospital, located on Beach Road, is home to …
Mental health challenges affect one in six adults in Somerset, yet services remain underfunded and stretched thin. Recognising this pressing need, Heads Up Somerset is once again rallying the community to support those …
Exmoor National Park is set to host its much-anticipated two-week Exmoor Nature Festival, starting Saturday, May 17, and running through Sunday, June 1. With over 50 events planned, the festival offers a unique opportunity …
A new initiative is taking shape in Sherborne, as plans to launch a Men’s Shed in the town are laid bare. The project will be discussed at a public forum hosted at Castle Gardens on Thursday, April 24, from 11am to 12:30pm in …
Residents at Dewdown House in Weston-super-Mare traded their slippers for castanets during a recent flamenco dancing workshop, part of a new wellbeing initiative at the Salvation Army-run care home. The initiative, a …
The community in Backwell has come together to support their district councillor, Bridget Petty, after the parish council called on her to resign due to her taking a lengthy leave of absence to focus on her mental health. …
Amelie Williams, an aspiring gymnast and beat-boxer from Somerset, faced a life-altering experience when she was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 11. It was a sudden transition from an active lifestyle to undergoing a …
Aspire Academy in Bath has received a ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted for its unwavering commitment to the safety, welfare, and academic success of its pupils. The school caters to students aged four to 19 with diverse complex …
The newly opened £50m Dyson Cancer Centre at the Royal United Hospital in Bath is a game-changer for cancer care in the region. Serving around half a million people from Bath, North East Somerset, and surrounding areas, this …
Immerse yourself in the ancient traditions of Japanese and Roman cultures at the Bath Medical Museum’s upcoming mini festival of Wellbeing. This unique event offers a rare opportunity to learn the art of living well through a …