Western Daily Press
Mon, 9 Nov 2026 07:16:04 +0000Man rescued from Bridgwater docks after driving into water
He ended up in the water at the Bridgwater docks
Mon, 9 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000'New home' for Lakeland in Bath as much-loved retailer moves
"With Christmas just around the corner, we hope customers will pop in, have a browse and make the most of our exclusive opening weekend offers.”
Mon, 9 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000Somerset town averts Christmas market clash for new transport hub
The works could cause disruption
Mon, 9 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000Neighbours' fury after losing ten-year planning row over Bath 'mega mansion'
A developer has been allowed to keep what is believed to be the biggest new-build home in Bath for 100 years
Sun, 8 Nov 2026 20:27:55 +0000Lando Norris wins Sao Paulo Grand Prix in dominant display
Lando Norris won the Sao Paulo Grand Prix after new world champion Kimi Antonelli spun out of the lead in slippery conditions at Interlagos.
Sun, 8 Nov 2026 18:06:11 +0000AI row erupts among Bridgwater Carnival fans as one says it's 'unfathomable'
"I have never been so disappointed and upset coming away from a carnival"
Sun, 8 Nov 2026 14:40:36 +0000Suspect named after pedestrian hit by car in Taunton police chase
The casualty is in a critical condition
Sun, 8 Nov 2026 09:46:32 +0000Watch the Bridgwater Carnival winners as incredible carts wow crowds
Carnival came to Bridgwater on Saturday night.
Sun, 8 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000South West 'prepper' spends over £1,000 to stockpile 600 tins of food
Ian, who was in the Army, still plans on expanding his emergency supply
Sun, 8 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000Somerset funeral notices pay tribute to 'much-loved great granny'
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
Sun, 8 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000Definitive verdict on reviving long-lost seaside lido where Banksy used to swim
The 1930s pool was almost demolished after its closure years ago
Sun, 8 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000Bridgwater Carnival 2026 full results, pictures from spectacular event
Here are the results and some of the best pictures
Sun, 8 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000Somerset pub landlady bans man for life after 'brazen' drug incident
"Anyone who thinks they don't have a problem with drugs at their pub is an idiot"
Sun, 8 Nov 2026 00:57:40 +0000Bridgwater Carnival results as carts take to the streets as thousands watch - live updates
We'll be bringing you the latest throughout the evening
Sat, 7 Nov 2026 22:41:49 +0000George Russell vents fury as Lando Norris grabs pole in Sao Paulo
Norris who showed his world champion class to sit proudly on top spot as he bids to join the battle for second in the championship.
Sat, 7 Nov 2026 22:04:53 +0000Yeovil Town late heartbreak but beaten by ‘better team’ in spirited FA Cup performance
Billy Rowley admitted Chesterfield were the better side as Yeovil Town were knocked out of the FA Cup following a 4-3 defeat at the SMH Group Stadium.
Sat, 7 Nov 2026 20:56:45 +0000Police chase in Taunton ends in horror as elderly pedestrian is hit - updates
The road was shut overnight
Sat, 7 Nov 2026 19:03:32 +0000Bath Rugby player ratings from Exeter Chiefs win in the PREM Rugby Cup - 'Best display of the season'
Bath Rugby beat Exeter Chiefs 35-19 at Sandy Park on Saturday in Round Three of the 2026/27 PREM Rugby Cup
Sat, 7 Nov 2026 18:20:55 +0000Pedestrian suffers 'life-threatening injuries' after being struck in Taunton police chase
Police are appealing for witnesses
Sat, 7 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000Bath restaurant with a world-famous neighbour deserves a queue of its own
People often walk past on their way to a well-known destination - but next time, we suggest they stop
Sat, 7 Nov 2026 13:31:10 +0000How to watch Exeter Chiefs v Bath Rugby live on TV and full team news
Exeter Chiefs host Bath Rugby at Sandy Park on Saturday in Round Three of the PREM Rugby Cup
Sat, 7 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000Somerset 2026 carnival dates for processions on the circuit
Here's all the dates for your diary
Sat, 7 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000'Beautiful Bath neighbourhood named among UK's best - but I'm not convinced'
Though undoubtedly stunning it "has an air of Disneyland about it"
Sat, 7 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000Two Somerset pubs named among Britain's 100 best
A third is located just over the Somerset border
Sat, 7 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000Bridgwater Carnival 2026: Everything you need to know on carnival day
Bridgwater's biggest night of the year returns today