Beloved broadcaster Dame Esther Rantzen, who lived in the New Forest, has said she felt "deprived of choice" in a posthumous note released by her family.

Judi Dench has thrown her support behind plans for a new woodland theatre in the New Forest, which organisers hope will welcome its first audiences next summer.

A bookshop visit once promised more than just a purchase.

FAMILIES of residents at a dementia care home say they have been left scrambling to find alternative accommodation after being given just weeks to move their loved ones out.

Dorset MP Vikki Slade urges an emergency cost-of-living package, including a hospitality VAT cut, as 865 businesses close and high streets struggle in 2026.

Casa di Lusso Care Home in Bridgwater celebrates 10 years of care, community and connection with residents, families and staff.

Bridgwater weather forecast: Heavy rain and wind gusts of up to 49mph expected this week, according to the Met Office.

Somerset residents are being warned about criminals pretend to be police officers before attempting to get money or banking information.

Martin Lewis has told homeowners whose mortgage deal ends within a year to act six months in advance. Find out how booking a fixed rate early could help.

Bridgwater and Burnham events guide: Masters of Deception, Atomic Rooster, Hundred Watt Club and The New Jersey Boys.

Plans identifying the region's key transport priorities for the next decade have been criticised for overlooking major infrastructure improvements needed in west Dorset.

A couple behind a first of its kind business in Bridport has been chosen to represent successful business across the nation

Outage issues on the Lloyds Banking app began being reported on Tuesday, October 20, with reports rising on Downdetector

A group have been rescued after becoming stranded out at sea in west Dorset

A popular holiday park in west Dorset is looking ahead to a new phase of growth after its parent company was acquired by a major European investment group

It is set to be week of rainy skies and high winds across Burnham-on-Sea, according to the Met Office.

Barratt Homes Bristol intends to deliver 2,000 new homes between Burnham-on-Sea and Brent Knoll - in spite of a recent Planning Inspectorate ruling

Somerset residents are being warned about criminals pretend to be police officers before attempting to get money or banking information.

Martin Lewis has told homeowners whose mortgage deal ends within a year to act six months in advance. Find out how booking a fixed rate early could help.

Burnham and Bridgwater events guide: Masters of Deception, Atomic Rooster, Hundred Watt Club and The New Jersey Boys.

Grade II listed barn conversion in Martock with four bedrooms, original features and outbuildings for sale at £675,000

Octagon Theatre launches youth performance company in Yeovil, offering 13 to 18-year-olds a chance to join National Theatre Connections.

What's on in South Somerset: Yeovil Town, Anneka Rice, Johnny Mars, quiz nights, mascot fun and Halloween events.

The scheme has been years in the making and will also bring sports pitches, open space and affordable homes near the Somerset town.

Somerset residents are being warned about criminals pretend to be police officers before attempting to get money or banking information.

It sits along one of the main routes into town

Some very special residents were prioritised

The Green Party have a long history in North Somerset

'They really cannot take this kind of kicking'

Police have issued a stark warning after clocking 149 driving offences on the M5 in just a few hours.