Chard And Ilminster News
Sat, 18 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100Large country residence on the market
THIS is an entirely unique opportunity to acquire one of the most idyllic and magnificent of country residences with grounds of circa 4 acres.
Sat, 18 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100Scouts appeal for volunteers at Huish Woods
SCOUT leaders are appealing for volunteers to help carry out maintenance at a campsite near Taunton used by up to 1,400 young people.
Sat, 18 Jun 2022 06:08:00 +0100Abbott Lyon celebrates PRIDE month with new collection
Online jewellery chain Abbot Lyon has released a new PRIDE collection in partnership with LGBTQ+ helpline charity Switchboard.
Fri, 17 Jun 2022 15:22:37 +0100Chapple family statement after Collin Reeves' murder conviction
FOLLOWING Collin Reeves' conviction for murder, a statement from the family of his victims was released.
Fri, 17 Jun 2022 15:21:36 +0100Collin Reeves guilty of murder of Stephen and Jennifer Chapple
AN Afghanistan veteran who stabbed his neighbours in their home while their children slept upstairs following a row over parking has been convicted of their murders.
Fri, 17 Jun 2022 14:24:00 +0100Ilminster BIIG invites businesses to breakfast networking event
BUSINESSES in Ilminster and the surrounding area can enjoy a breakfast networking event on Friday, July 1 at the Best Western Shrubbery Hotel.
Fri, 17 Jun 2022 11:32:04 +0100Wooden Top Farm, West Coker, sells for £601,000
A FARM has sold at auction for £200,000 above the guide price.
Fri, 17 Jun 2022 10:10:28 +0100Chard's Friends of Springmead Surgery to be wound up
A CHARITY that has raised huge amounts of money over the past 30 years to help equip a GP surgery in Chard is set to be wound up.
Fri, 17 Jun 2022 06:00:00 +0100Survey on spending £7.26million windfall in Somerset
RESIDENTS and businesses across Somerset are being asked how they would like to see a £7.26million windfall spent.
Fri, 17 Jun 2022 18:16:48 +0100Great Western Railway issues Glastonbury Festival train travel advice
Train firm Great Western Railway (GWR) has issued advice to revellers taking the train to next week's Glastonbury Festival - amid fears a rail strike could cause chaos.
Fri, 17 Jun 2022 14:26:14 +0100Last minute Father's Day gifts from Moonpig including beer and more
If you've still not got a gift for Father's Day then do not worry, as all hope is not lost just yet as Moonpig has plenty of options.
Fri, 17 Jun 2022 14:24:59 +0100Glastonbury Festival issues warning to anyone camping at this year's event
Glastonbury Festival has issued a warning to anyone camping at this year's festival.
Thu, 16 Jun 2022 16:11:24 +0100Britain's Disabled Strongman at Holyrood Academy, Chard
A SUPPORT worker will be back in Chard flexing his muscles next month.
Thu, 16 Jun 2022 15:13:01 +0100Swimming and paddling pool round-up – where to buy
The summer sunshine is on the horizon and what better way to keep cool than with a pool in the garden?
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 16:14:00 +0100Ilminster author Hailey Burrows publishes children's book
ILMINSTER author Hailey Burrows and illustrator Maisy Inston have published a new children's book called When You Go To Sleep At Night with Bumblebee Books.
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 13:57:04 +0100South Somerset taxi fares set to rise sharply to keep drivers in business
South Somerset could soon become the most expensive part of the county to hire a cab if drivers are allowed to increase their fares.
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 12:09:03 +0100Father's Day 2022: 5 golf gifts your Dad will adore from American Golf
Make your Father's Day gift a hole in one this year, with American Golf's gift guide.
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 00:01:00 +0100Heatwave in Somerset this week? Here’s the Met Office weather forecast
There have been lots of reports of a mini-heatwave arriving at the end of the week – here’s how hot it’s going to get in Somerset.
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 10:31:27 +0100Chard Local Kids Society to perform Aladdin
The Chard Local Kids Society is set to perform Aladdin on three different dates at the end of June and the beginning of July.
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 06:36:22 +0100Samaritans' Monica Wyatt wins Queen's Jubilee award
A FORMER County Gazette journalist and local Samaritans’ listening volunteer is one of fewer than 500 people across the UK to be recognised with a special award to help mark the Queen’s Jubilee celebrations.
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 07:53:07 +0100Sea level rise by 2050s could see 200,000 properties lost in England
Southern areas of England are most at risk by the 2050s, a study has said
Tue, 14 Jun 2022 16:39:53 +0100Increased concern for missing Somerset man Matthew
POLICE say they are "increasingly concerned" for a Somerset man who has been missing for almost a fortnight.
Tue, 14 Jun 2022 14:48:22 +0100Somerset Waste Partnership confirm 6am starts for crews
SOMERSET Waste Partnership (SWP) have confirmed that recycling and rubbish collections will start an hour earlier for the rest of this week in response to rising temperatures.
Tue, 14 Jun 2022 10:42:13 +0100Red Letter Days reveals theatre experiences from MAMMA MIA! to Mary Poppins
Red Letter Days has revealed ten theatre experiences worthy of the spotlight - How to book your seats.
Tue, 14 Jun 2022 10:11:00 +0100Chard and Ilminster carers gather for National Carers Week
AROUND 50 local carers attended a buffet lunch with live music to mark National Carers Week in Chard on Monday.
Tue, 14 Jun 2022 09:18:32 +0100Chard delivery driver admits drink driving
He also confessed to police that he had a “little weapon” in his vehicle and a search revealed a claw hammer.
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 19:07:54 +0100Strawberry Supermoon : How to see June full moon in Somerset tomorrow
The Strawberry Supermoon is the last supermoon of the year – here’s how to see it in Somerset.
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 15:55:59 +0100Chard pharmacies could be ordered to open Sundays
Pharmacies in Chard could be instructed to open on Sundays in a bid to provide better access for patients.
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 15:44:57 +0100Chard Rugby Club sign Trae Gosling as new player coach
CHARD Rugby Club has announced Trae Gosling as the new signing of a player coach.
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 11:34:00 +0100Gallery: Makers Market Chard at the Guildhall
TRADERS and shoppers came together at Chard's Guildhall on Saturday for the town's Makers Market.
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 09:37:27 +0100Redstart Learning Partnership performing arts festival enjoyed by pupils
For the very first time, all ten of The Redstart Learning Partnership's primary schools came together on the 8th of June to celebrate performing arts across the trust.
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 06:34:28 +0100Roadworks starting in Somerset today
ROADWORKS are being carried out on Taunton's newest main road over 11 weeks.
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 14:28:33 +0100Father's Day gifts for gaming dads including Xbox and PS5 consoles, games and accessories
Here are some options for Father’s Days gifts for gaming dads from Game, AO, Buyagift and more.
Sun, 12 Jun 2022 22:17:33 +0100Father's Day: Best steakhouses in Somerset according to Tripadvisor reviews
Celebrate Father's Day at one of the best steakhouses in Somerset, according to their Tripadvisor reviews.
Sun, 12 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100Well presented family home in Broadway up for sale
THIS semi-detached property has been updated by the current owners an offers an entrance porch with tiled floor and coat cupboard, opening up into the living room.
Sun, 12 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100List of South Somerset planning applications
BELOW are planning applications received by South Somerset District Council in the week of May 30, 2022.
Sun, 12 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100Speed buddies outside Somerset schools
AVON and Somerset Police and Somerset's High Sheriff have team up to improve road safety near schools in the county.
Sun, 12 Jun 2022 06:24:00 +0100Aldi's incredible bell tent perfect for glamping is on sale now
Do you like to add a little luxury to your camping?
Sat, 11 Jun 2022 16:39:29 +0100Accident cleared on A30 East Street in Chard
THERE are reports of slow traffic in Chard following an accident on the A30 East Street near the Texaco petrol station.
Sat, 11 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of June 2 2022
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured this week across Somerset.
Sat, 11 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100Detached period cottage with large garden near Ilminster
THIS is a beautiful period cottage in one of the area's most sought-after villages and it has been much improved by the current owners.
Sat, 11 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100Volvo and Triump cars from 1968 going to auction in Somerset
TWO classic sports cars, a Volvo and a Triumph both from 1968, are set to go head to head against each other at the Charterhouse classic car auction on July 6 at Haynes.
Sat, 11 Jun 2022 06:08:00 +0100I got a Too Good To Go bag for £4 from Co-op and here's what was inside
Many of us are feeling the pressure from the cost of living crisis, but this useful app might help out
Sat, 11 Jun 2022 06:07:00 +0100Holly Willoughby launches Marks & Spencer summer clothing collection - Shop the range
Whether you’re looking to refresh your wardrobe or you’re simply in the mood for shopping, you won’t need to look much further.
Sat, 11 Jun 2022 06:06:00 +0100Father's Day 2022: Tripadvisor's top experiences from skydiving to craft beer tours
Show your Dad how much you care with a unique and unforgettable gift for Father's Day.
Fri, 10 Jun 2022 17:16:17 +0100Stolen Mercedes sold to member of the public
AN unsuspecting member of the public was conned into buying a second hand Mercedes that had been stolen.
Fri, 10 Jun 2022 16:09:04 +0100A303 re-opens near Podimore following Howell Hill incident
Both carriageways of the A303 are now clear following an earlier accident at Howell Hill (Canegore Corner).
Fri, 10 Jun 2022 15:09:26 +0100Avon & Somerset special constables barred for WhatsApp texts
TWO volunteer police officers have been barred from ever policing with any force or law enforcement agency for gross misconduct.
Fri, 10 Jun 2022 15:03:35 +0100Crewkerne car park plans delayed by planning issues
The latest attempt to provide additional car parking in Crewkerne town centre has been delayed by planning concerns.
Fri, 10 Jun 2022 11:24:46 +0100Traffic easing on A303 after broken-down vehicle removed
ONE lane is closed on the A303 eastbound with heavy traffic between the Southfields Roundabout (Ilminster) to the Hayes End roundabout due to a broken down vehicle.