Western Daily Press

Thu, 6 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000
New mum slammed for giving daughter name that 'nobody can pronounce'
A couple were horrified when their niece shared the unique baby name as they share their concerns about the youngster being bullied throughout her school years

Thu, 6 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Bath residents brand liveable neighbourhood a 'failure' as council weighs its future
The LTN scheme has divided opinion in Bath

Thu, 6 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Future of Bridgwater’s Celebration Mile in the balance after year of roadworks
Somerset Council has come under fire over the project

Thu, 6 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Cost of cleaning rivers dumped on cash-strapped council
'With no dedicated budget for main river maintenance, any spend would displace other priorities'

Thu, 6 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Bridgwater community pub makes huge comeback with 17,000 more pints pulled
She never thought she’d get the pub, but now it’s winning awards, selling record pints, and bringing strangers together

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 18:56:47 +0000
Yeovil Town 'not good enough' as fans have nothing to cheer about
“No one likes getting beat. We want to win games and it’s a frustrated changing room in there at the moment."

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 16:34:51 +0000
Woman who thought she had menopause symptoms diagnosed with two brain tumours
Elizabeth Murphy was initially told she had high blood pressure before the truth was discovered.

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 15:22:43 +0000
Live updates as A396 in Exmoor closed due to crash
The road has been closed in both directions

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 14:54:31 +0000
Mary Berry's 'classic' baked cheesecake recipe is easy to make
Mary Berry has shared a number of cheesecake recipes over the years, including her moreish berry-baked cheesecake.

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 14:31:27 +0000
Amazon shoppers loving dehumidifer that 'costs 5p per hour' to run
As the weather turns chillier, many are grappling with condensation and damp in their homes. Moreover, drying laundry becomes a task when it can't be hung outside, often taking hours or even days to dry indoors

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 14:20:56 +0000
Bath Rugby's young guns praised for 'well-rounded' display at Bristol Bears
Bath Rugby beat Bristol Bears 49-19 at Ashton Gate on Friday night in Round Three of the 2025/26 PREM Rugby Cup

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 13:49:53 +0000
Cleaning expert shares 3-ingredient spray for a 'crystal clear' shower screen
Cleaning expert Leanne shared the simple three-ingredient spray that she uses to keep her shower screen looking 'crystal clear' without the need for excessive scrubbing

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 11:22:25 +0000
Patients swap wards for weights in this community healing breakthrough
Forget hospital corridors, these patients are healing through gym sessions and shared sweat

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 11:18:02 +0000
Taunton’s biggest fireworks night needs volunteers to make it sparkle
From sparklers to support roles, volunteers are being recruited for Taunton’s most explosive night.

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 10:53:15 +0000
Double rapist who attacked 'vulnerable' dementia sufferer jailed for 20 years
The 'despicable' offender attacked two vulnerable women in one night

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 10:44:59 +0000
Newcastle Red Bulls put Bath Rugby centre on their shopping list
Age appears to be no barrier for former Scotland and Lions centre Chris Harris

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 10:41:28 +0000
UK football team fined after sexist 'back to kitchen' chant at female referee
Stacey Pearson, a former Yeovil Town player, was targeted after she booked a player

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 10:41:22 +0000
Martin Clunes faces setback in bid to halt 'hippie' neighbours' traveller site plans
The Doc Martin star has been locked in a planning battle

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0000
AD FEATURE: Magical light trail returns to Stourhead this Christmas with dazzling new installations
Tickets for the enchanting after-dark experience are now on sale

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
New primary school presents ‘incredible opportunity’ amid anger over consultation
There has been criticism about the proposals for the new school

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Affordable homes slashed under revised plans for 323 Bridgwater homes
A final decision is due this month

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Historic Keynsham church needs £350k for urgent repairs
Slimming World, civic meetings and support groups use the building

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Villagers are battling to save their only pub from being bulldozed
Locals are raising thousands to stop their only village pub from being turned into housing

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Pub’s ‘frustration’ as restoration of iconic Weston-super-Mare pier closes car park
'If the pier reopens in three years time its going to tremendously benefit the pub. But can we last three years?'

Tue, 4 Nov 2025 22:04:24 +0000
Out-of-form Yeovil Town beaten at home by Wealdstone
Yeovil Town's slump continued with a 2-0 home defeat

home