Unveiling the Origins of Somerset Towns and Cities Names Saturday, July 27, 2024 somerset towns cities names origins historical bridgwater chard clevedon crewkerne frome glastonbury ilminster keynsham midsomer norton minehead radstock shepton mallet taunton wellington wells weston-super-mare yeovil Somerset is home to a rich tapestry of historical towns and cities, each with names that bear the weight of centuries of evolution. Unraveling the mysteries of these names can provide insight into the region’s past and … Read More
Local pub transforms into fanzone with giant screen for Euro 2024 Friday, June 14, 2024 pub fanzone euro 2024 screen community event family entertainment yeovil football The Great Lyde pub, located on Cavalier Way, is set to host a unique experience for football fans in Yeovil. Landlord Michael Krzyzanowski has invested over £20,000 to bring the Euros to the community with a dedicated fanzone … Read More
MP Raises Concerns Over Closure of Yeovil Stroke Unit Thursday, April 25, 2024 dorset mp stroke unit closure yeovil dorchester taunton nhs somerset healthcare patients The closure of the hyper-acute stroke unit at Yeovil Hospital has sparked concerns from Dorset MP Chris Loder. Loder alleges that the new stroke services at Dorset County Hospital may not be ready before the existing services … Read More
Serious Accident Blocks A37 near Yeovil in Both Directions Tuesday, April 2, 2024 a37 yeovil crash traffic accident blockage morning heavy direction An accident on the A37 near Yeovil has resulted in a blockage of both carriageways. The crash, which occurred this morning on April 2nd, has led to heavy traffic in the area.
Yeovil Bus Station Toilets Set to Close, Sparking Concern Among Residents Saturday, March 30, 2024 yeovil bus station toilets closure residents vulnerable concern maintenance somerset council budget Yeovil’s bus station is set to close its public toilets as a result of the significant annual maintenance cost of £70,000. Somerset Council, the funding source, withdrew its support leading to the announcement of the … Read More
Uncovering the Mysterious Yeovil Woodland Legend Sunday, March 3, 2024 yeovil woodland legend newton copse supernatural spirits devil spooky tales The old story of “Devil’s Drive” in Newton Copse, near Yeovil, has captivated generations with its eerie and mysterious aura. According to a subscriber known only as GFR in the 1893 edition of the Somerset … Read More