Western Daily Press
Mon, 2 Nov 2026 08:31:07 +0000Lando Norris fifth as Kimi Antonelli crowned F1 world champion in Mexico
Lando Norris' reign as F1 champion ends as aged just 20 years and 68 days, Antonelli's extraordinary march to the crown in his second season in the sport was completed under the Mexico City sun.
Mon, 2 Nov 2026 08:14:00 +0000AD FEATURE: Magical light trail returns to Stourhead this winter with dazzling new installations
A popular after-dark light trail is making an exciting comeback at Wiltshire’s grand Stourhead estate this winter to delight locals and visitors alike
Mon, 2 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000'Blot on the landscape' Bridgwater site could partly become housing
"It's been so sad to see this building decline over the years"
Mon, 2 Nov 2026 05:05:00 +0000New bid for 77 new homes on edge of beautiful Mendip Hills
Plans have refused twice before for the site
Mon, 2 Nov 2026 00:01:00 +0000Why protecting trusted local news titles like SomersetLive matters
"My government will work to ensure trusted local journalism remains at the heart of communities"
Mon, 2 Nov 2026 00:01:00 +0000How SomersetLive is making a difference where you live
From expert explainers on major developments to making a stand against discrimination, SomersetLive's reporting has been instrumental in effecting real change in our county
Sun, 1 Nov 2026 19:12:58 +0000Johann van Graan thrilled with Bath’s clinical finishing in win against Sale
"Last week we didn't take our opportunities, but we were much more clinical today."
Sun, 1 Nov 2026 19:09:49 +0000Bath City promotion push continues with win over high-fliers Poole Town
Weston-super-Mare, however, continue their sticky run as they were beaten 2-0 at Dorking
Sun, 1 Nov 2026 19:00:37 +0000Teenage boy arrested for alleged violence after house party
17=year-old has been arrested on suspicion of GBH with intent and other violent offences
Sun, 1 Nov 2026 18:06:01 +0000Manhunt launched for three men over Tesco car park stabbing
One young man remains in hospital with potentially life-changing injuries
Sun, 1 Nov 2026 18:00:00 +0000Last-minute objections over new Taunton park means councillors won't get say on designs
The Orchard Grove consortium put forward revised plans in mid-April for the new Hortsbridge Park within the centre of the Orchard Grove estate
Sun, 1 Nov 2026 14:28:14 +0000Cars targeted in trail of vandalism near M5 Willow Man
"We are committed to identifying and taking action against those responsible for anti-social behaviour"
Sun, 1 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000Latest Somerset funeral notices pay tribute to 'much-loved' grandad, 55
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
Sun, 1 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000Bridgwater Carnival 2026: Road closures, parking and procession route map
It's one of the largest illuminated parades in Europe
Sun, 1 Nov 2026 05:54:00 +0000'Computers can't provide services' as merging NHS boards 'could increase rural deprivation'
"Computers can't provide these actual services – they can just give lots of information. I'm becoming more concerned about this."
Sun, 1 Nov 2026 02:25:00 +0000Tiny Somerset city that's like ‘walking back in time’ crowned best in the UK
The city has been named the best small city to visit by readers of Which? magazine, with its medieval cathedral, Vicar's Close and Hot Fuzz filming locations wowing visitors
Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:37:25 +0000Man suffers life changing injuries after stabbing in town centre
He remains in hospital at this time
Sat, 31 Oct 2026 19:13:33 +0000Bath Rugby ratings from Sale Sharks win - 'Back to his best'
Here's how we rated the players from the win over Sale
Sat, 31 Oct 2026 17:49:05 +0000Bath Rugby 36 Sale Sharks 28: Recap and reaction as Bath back to winning ways
All the build-up, team news, live play-by-play match updates, reaction, analysis, stats and highlights from the Recreation Ground
Sat, 31 Oct 2026 17:47:37 +0000Bath Rugby get much-needed win with bonus-point triumph over Sale
After three defeats in a row, Bath back to winning ways
Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:54:32 +0000'Culprit' identified as M5 in Somerset grinds to a halt
Thousands of drivers were held up
Sat, 31 Oct 2026 14:50:42 +0000Yeovil Town suffer defeat as ten-man side lose to Halifax Town
Glovers lose 2-0 at Halifax Town
Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:33:32 +0000‘Do a better job’ – Lando Norris offers advice to F1 drivers unhappy with cars
"I've never blamed my equipment. I always look at myself first."
Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:41:45 +0000Fed-up police activate Bath dispersal order as teens terrorise city
"This goes beyond just 'kids being kids'"
Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000Home Office raid in Somerset village found shop in 'serious breach'
But residents living nearby spoke in defence of the shopkeeper