Why Reopening the Key Weston-super-Mare Bridge Will Take 18 Months Tuesday, November 25, 2025 weston-super-mare bridge repair construction engineering closure infrastructure contractors restoration safety The Weston-super-Mare bridge, a vital link for the local community and economy, is facing an extended closure, with contractors estimating that it will take 18 months before it can reopen. This timeline reflects the complex … Read More
Somerset Council to Sell Large Farm Near Weston-super-Mare for Redevelopment Tuesday, November 25, 2025 somerset weston-super-mare eastfarm council landsale redevelopment agriculture housing finance assets Somerset Council is set to sell East Farm in Lympsham, near Weston-super-Mare, as part of a wider effort to improve its financial situation. The farm, which spans approximately 79.5 acres—equivalent to about 45 football … Read More
Weston-super-Mare’s Winterstoke Road Bridge Closing Until 2027 for Major Replacement Monday, November 24, 2025 bridge weston-super-mare closure traffic infrastructure railway ministryofdefence construction diversion replacement The Winterstoke Road Bridge in Weston-super-Mare, a vital crossing used by around 20,000 drivers each weekday, closed on November 24 for an 18-month replacement project, with reopening not anticipated until 2027. Constructed … Read More
Weston-super-Mare’s Optima Stadium Redevelopment Approved, Paving Way for Football League Ambitions Wednesday, November 19, 2025 weston-super-mare optimastadium footballleague redevelopment nationalleaguesouth sportsfacilities northsomerset community housing cmsgroup sport Weston-super-Mare AFC has reached a significant milestone with the approval of plans to redevelop the Optima Stadium, a crucial step towards upgrading the club’s facilities to host football league matches. North Somerset … Read More
A-Road Reopened Following Crash Near Weston-super-Mare Tuesday, November 18, 2025 weston-super-mare accident roadblock traffic emergency clearance safety incident transportation travel sport An accident on an A-road near Weston-super-Mare caused significant disruption earlier today. Emergency services responded promptly, and the road was temporarily closed to manage the incident and ensure safety. Fortunately, …
MP Champions VAT Cut to Save Weston-super-Mare’s Hospitality Sector Monday, November 17, 2025 vat hospitality weston-super-mare economy tourism pubs tax business northsomerset closures The MP for Weston-super-Mare, Dan Aldridge, has joined a coalition of over two dozen MPs in urging the government to reduce VAT on hospitality from 20%. In an open letter to Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the upcoming … Read More