Western Daily Press
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:13:05 +0000Range Rover driven off after crash leaves three injured near Bath
Efforts to locate the driver are ongoing
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New £15 Bristol Channel ferry to Wales would be 'nationally significant'
Supporters say it could be in service within years but "there is a lot of work to be done"
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'I manage a charity shop - please stop donating sex toys and used underwear'
Charity shops are often victims of fly-tipping and inappropriate donations
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Bridgwater has a big problem and we're powerless to stop it'
Major construction projects nearby have been cited as a factor
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Paradise lies west of Yeovil - we explore the town's idyllic neighbour
A grand Tudor house, old-timey cottages and a peculiar unsolved crime await in this little village - and it's accessible via public transport
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 20:10:40 +0000
Three people in hospital after 'hit and run' A46 crash near Bath
Police are investigating the collision
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:09:56 +0000
CCTV released after man attacked outside Bath nightclub
Police are investigating the incident
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:29:11 +0000
Car fire seen from considerable distance sparks urgent response in Somerset
Firefighters scrambled to the scene
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0000
Clarks Village Summer of Sport with football fun, tennis and racing cars
The Somerset shopping outlet will host football-themed games and live tennis screenings with prizes for guests to enjoy.
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0000
Village backlash as Somerset farmer plans new 'holiday destination'
Residents are concerned about potential parties, traffic and wildlife disruption
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 09:09:18 +0000
Somerset cruise to win over Northants to set up final day decider
A seven-wicket thrashing means Somerset will reach the quarter finals with a win in the final game on Sunday
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Everest adventurer among this week's Somerset funeral notices
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Decades-old Somerset business used by Royal Family saved from brink of collapse
"We want Somerset to know that an important piece of its engineering history has been saved"
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:43:13 +0000
Youths in a balaclavas and hats damage tents at beauty spot camp site
Police are appealing for information
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:56:33 +0000
'Cookery Corner' opens at Somerset primary school thanks to major donation
'Learning how to cook is a crucial life skill'
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:43:36 +0000
Joe Gubbins 'settling in really well' at Yeovil Town
Gubbins has arrived from Southend United on a two-year deal, having won the FA Trophy and finishing in the National League play-offs.
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:38:08 +0000
Johann van Graan heads home as Bath Rugby pursue Champions Cup glory in 2026/27
EPCR have confirmed the pool stage fixtures in the 2026/27 Investec Champions Cup
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:15:30 +0000
Youth Sport Trust CEO calls for PE to be prioritised in schools
Youth Sport Trust CEO Ali Oliver MBE has called for PE and daily physical activity to be prioritised in schools, highlighting the vital role sport plays in young people's lives.
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:15:22 +0000
Massive Somerset soft play near M5 fighting for survival as summer holidays loom
"A lot of people assume we're busy during the summer holidays, but it's a long six weeks"
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Haunted' Somerset castle and former school is up for sale
The quirky 17th-century property has enjoyed a colourful career
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000
We found a pretty Bath courtyard with a football-free big screen and fancy food
It's showing the game this summer - just not the one you think
Thu, 9 Jul 2026 17:26:50 +0000
Yeovil Town new kit and squad numbers for season confirmed
The kits have been made by Errea and were unveiled on Tuesday night during an event at the Huish Park Fan Zone.
Thu, 9 Jul 2026 16:09:42 +0000
Accused Somerset 'drugs mule', 80, to return home after Chile prosecutors close case
Neighbours in William Eastment's quiet Somerset cul-de-sac were shocked when he was arrested. Prosecutors have now reportedly closed the case against him
Thu, 9 Jul 2026 15:06:22 +0000
Somerset school closure latest with concerns over classroom temperatures
Temperatures are still uncomfortably high in some areas
Thu, 9 Jul 2026 15:04:32 +0000
Monster M5 queues due to fault
Residual traffic caused chaos