A significant £7 million restoration project has commenced to preserve Vicars' Close, a Grade I-listed medieval street located in Wells, Somerset. Built in 1348, Vicars' Close is believed to be Europe’s oldest medieval street …
Yeovil’s BA20 postcode area tops the list as the most affordable place to purchase a home in Somerset. Over the past year, homes in this region sold for an average price of £235,421, making it the cheapest among Somerset …
Wells is gearing up to swing this September as it hosts its very first Jazz and Blues Festival. This exciting event, scheduled from September 26 to 28, will showcase 24 bands performing across four popular venues: The White …
The Wells Classic Motorcycle Club hosted its 14th annual Tortoise and Hare event over the weekend of July 18-20, attracting hundreds of motorcycle and scooter enthusiasts from across the West Country and beyond. Campers began …
Poundland has confirmed the closure of its Wells store in Somerset as part of a broader third wave of store closures. Announced this week, the plan will see 68 stores across the UK shut their doors permanently, with 32 …
Chris Hall demonstrated unwavering determination as he cycled 1,095 miles from Land’s End to John O’Groats in just 15 days, raising funds for The Lawrence Centre charity in Wells. Despite facing numerous setbacks—including a …
Webb & Company Accountancy, located at 1 New Street in Wells, Somerset, proudly celebrated its 50th anniversary last week. The milestone event brought together friends, clients, and local businesses for a lively gathering …
Transport campaigners in Somerset have called on major developer Stonewater to incorporate a crucial segment of a walking and cycling route into their planned redevelopment of the Wells Rugby Club site on Charter Way. The …
The beloved Somerset Tortoise and Hare Bike Run is back for its 14th year, inviting motorbike and scooter enthusiasts to explore the picturesque Somerset countryside. Organised by Wells Classic Motorcycle Club, the event also …
A recent citizen survey conducted by the action group Accessible Wells shines a spotlight on significant accessibility concerns faced by residents with mobility and disability challenges in the city of Wells. Carried out …
Wells is preparing for significant disruptions as Wales & West Utilities begins the final phase of a critical gas pipeline upgrade, starting Monday, July 7. This last stage will last approximately five weeks, concluding by …
Annie Maw, a resident of Pilton, Somerset, is preparing to lead a remarkable pilgrimage across the county—from Bath Abbey to Wells Cathedral—covering 30 miles in her wheelchair. Despite breaking her spine in a near-fatal …
Avon and Somerset Police are urgently appealing for witnesses following an assault on a woman in her early 20s in Wells. The incident occurred around 10:20 a.m. on Friday, June 20, in South Street, where a man reportedly …
Police have arrested a man in connection with an attempted robbery that occurred six months ago in Wells city centre. The incident took place on December 15, 2024, between High Street and the Union Street Car Park. The …
Wells Cathedral has become the latest filming location for a major Hollywood production. This week, the historic Somerset landmark has been taken over by a film crew shooting the highly anticipated Masters of the Universe …