Western Daily Press

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:41:25 +0000
Town takes North Somerset Council to court for axing free parking
'The charges could likely have a significant and detrimental impact on the traders in the area'

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:58:00 +0000
Somerset Council urged to speed up 'embarrassing' A39 roadworks before Easter
The work has caused significant delays

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:21:00 +0000
Yeovil College sparkles in new Ofsted report as grades soar
It is in the middle of a £60 million campus investment project

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 19:28:07 +0000
Bath City sack manager Darren Way after run of poor results
Bath City have sacked manager Darren Way after an 11-game winless run which has seen the Romans slip into the National League South relegation zone.

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 14:51:13 +0000
Bath Rugby players attitude praised over quick regroup after Six Nations
"Credit to the 23 players that we selected, they represented the group really well."

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 14:46:27 +0000
Weston-super-Mare keep play-off push going with crucial win
They remain just outside the National League South play-off places, but have games in hand on all of the sides above them

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:48:21 +0000
Over 1500 Wellington properties without power - live updates
There is a fault on the high voltage power lines according to National Grid, which estimates that power will be restored by 2pm

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 11:59:00 +0000
Much-loved doctor among this week's Somerset funeral notices
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:06:39 +0000
Yeovil Town secure vital three points to give Glovers relief
“It’s nice to turn up on a beautiful sunny day and deliver a win."

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 06:13:00 +0000
£2 million Glastonbury dream home just a 20-minute walk from the Pyramid Stage
Beats camping!

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 19:21:01 +0000
Motorcyclist dies in crash with car on Dorset road
Our thoughts with those affected

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 17:36:52 +0000
Yeovil Town back to winning ways and move away from relegation zone
Yeovil Town returned to winning ways as they held on for a 3-2 victory over struggling Morecambe at Huish Park.

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 16:38:46 +0000
This Bridgwater man could have vital information for police
He was last seen in Washford at 5pm on Thursday

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 11:49:00 +0000
How to survive the Bath rental market, written by a veteran
It's not for the faint of heart

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:38:47 +0000
Dramatic photos show Priddy woodland up in flames
Ten appliances were called to help

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:22:52 +0000
Bath Rugby player ratings from Saracens win - 'In red-hot form'
Bath Rugby beat Saracens 62-15 at the Reaction Ground on Friday in Round 11 of the 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 07:46:02 +0000
Bradford-on-Avon GP surgery forced to close after emergency worker assaulted
The surgery was forced to close for a day

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 07:06:17 +0000
Huge grass fire in Somerset village devastates woodland
Firefighters faced difficult working conditions

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 06:17:00 +0000
North Petherton Primary School determined to continue improving after mixed Ofsted report
'Continuous improvement remains at the heart of our vision'

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Dog-friendly South West shepherd's hut surrounded by Christmas trees
If you're looking for a UK staycation with your four-legged friend, this might be the place for you

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
I love the Westcountry but there's one place I think deserves more attention
I noticed an intriguing sight as I left the hotel and looked to my right – the medieval walls of the old city

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:08:00 +0000
Taunton Olympian Ian Haley switches lanes to become teacher in Somerset
He's going for gold in shaping bright young minds

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:07:00 +0000
Mystery as Bath children's play area disappears
The equipment was removed without explanation

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 23:14:03 +0000
Bath Rugby soar to new heights in demolition of Saracens
Bath Rugby beat Saracens 62-15 at the Reaction Ground on Friday in Round 11 of the 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 21:47:55 +0000
Woman dies after medical incident on A38
Police, land ambulance crews and an air ambulance attended the incident

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