Western Daily Press
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 08:45:32 +0000Award winning cameraman praised by David Attenborough coming to Somerset to share experiences
David Attenborough said of his work: “‘Wildlife cameramen don’t come much more special than Doug Allan.”
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 07:37:18 +0000Live: Crash blocks major A-road near Bath
Drivers are caught in delays in the area
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 07:29:06 +0000Somerset parents call for end of special needs funding ‘scandal’
Action demanded as parents protest outside County Hall
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 07:14:15 +0000Weston-super-Mare get home tie in FA Cup first round
Weston-super-Mare will play fellow non-league side Aldershot Town
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 04:55:00 +0000Somerset village shop finally reopens after eight years
Somerset villagers celebrated the long-awaited opening of a new Londis store
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 04:49:00 +0000Learners waiting six months for driving tests with major backlogs
Learner drivers are being left in limbo for months
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 04:29:00 +0000Nearly 350 homes planned for major Somerset development near M5
On a site where total eventually could reach 718
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 04:23:00 +0000Somerset farmers reach breaking point as milk price cuts spark fury
Milk prices have plunged and Somerset farmers say they’re on the brink
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 04:16:00 +0000Major Somerset town centre site may be back up for sale again
Community-based group trying to buy Saxonvale site have not provided proof of funding
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 04:12:00 +0000Innovative new bike bus is a hit with families and keeps kids safe
“Bike Buses are a smart and simple way to build confidence, reduce local traffic and make streets friendlier for everyone."
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 04:02:00 +0000Long-awaited improvements promised for Somerset’s struggling bus routes
"A regular and reliable bus service is vital for our communities."
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 20:42:17 +0000Bath Rugby player ratings from Gloucester Rugby win - 'Stole the show'
Bath Rugby beat Gloucester Rugby 38-17 at the Recreation Ground on Saturday in Round Three of the 2025/26 Gallagher PREM
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 18:18:51 +0000Vehicle fire breaks out on A303
There were delays in the area
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 15:46:13 +0000'Serious injuries' after two-car crash on A39 in Somerset
A person had to be airlifted to hospital
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 15:05:00 +0000Bath Rugby stadium could be renamed from The Rec after redevelopment
Work set to begin in 2027 as more details of stadium plan revealed
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:45:00 +0000South West pub name changed after 100 years as owners get 'woke'
The Silent Woman Inn will be renamed
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:08:09 +0000FA Cup first round draw: Ball numbers, date and time as EFL clubs enter draw
Weston-super-Mare are in the hat
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:32:44 +0000Storm-wrecked classroom repaired with love and community help
Storm Bert destroyed a classroom
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:15:21 +0000Wells Cathedral’s Grand Organ is falling silent for a £3m rescue
Race is on to save its song for future generations
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:13:51 +0000Kids got muddy feet and life lessons at this Somerset gardening club
Wildflowers, water-saving hacks and a whole lot of mud
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:13:35 +0000Yeovil kids could have their art seen across Westminster this year
A local MP is giving one lucky young artist the chance to have their work sent to Parliament
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:09:27 +0000Margaret Thatcher’s 1975 Tory leadership nomination paper found in forgotten box in Somerset
It is simply headed "Election of a leader of the Conservative Party" and is dated February 11 1975.
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 12:43:26 +0000Somerset Council defend £32k aide job during financial crisis
"This role will support the leader to effectively fulfil his roles.”
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 12:41:16 +0000Crash closes Somerset coast road as casualty is airlifted to hospital
Traffic was queuing
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:58:12 +0000Weston-super-Mare hoping for South West opponents in FA Cup round 1
“Anyone at home would be brilliant, and if we are away, Newport, Bristol Rovers, Exeter City, someone like that would be fantastic.”