Western Daily Press
Wed, 7 Oct 2026 08:45:36 +0000'The standard' - Lawrence Dallaglio names Bath as most likely English Champions Cup winner
Johann van Graan’s side progressed the furthest of the PREM sides last season only to be beaten by eventual winners Bordeaux in the last four.
Wed, 7 Oct 2026 06:52:46 +0000A39 closed due to police incident
The incident closed Western Way between Wylds Road and Homberg Way
Wed, 7 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Huge solar farm approved near Bath as government says green belt is actually 'grey'
The 28 hectare solar farm will generate enough electricity to power 5,500 home
Wed, 7 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Police update after Taunton crash leaves one dead and one in hospital
It happened last Thursday
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 19:27:20 +0000Somerset carnival organisers issue update after procession halted and area evacuated
Organisers have been "overwhelmed by kindness" since the weekend
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 15:50:21 +0000Teenagers knocked unconscious in late-night attack at The Grand Pier
Police have shared a description of a suspect
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 15:35:38 +0000Temple Meads line re-opens after person dies after being struck by train
Emergency services were at the scene
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 15:26:09 +0000Prince William joined by Celebrity Traitors star in Somerset
The Prince of Wales tried to get one of television’s most closely guarded secrets
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 15:11:10 +0000Bath Rugby injury latest ahead of Northampton Saints: Tom de Glanville, Ben Spencer, Louie Hennessey, Cam Redpath
Northampton Saints host Bath Rugby on Saturday in Round Three of the 2026/27 Gallagher PREM
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 15:03:21 +0000Replacement of bridge demolished at Christmas delayed to 2028
Heatwaves have delayed the replacement of a bridge used by 20,000 drivers a day
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0000Bath insists its unique UNESCO status is NOT under threat
A top councillor previously said the city could temporarily give up the prestigious status to build a much-needed new suburb
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 14:49:49 +0000Animal sales at Bridgwater Fair 'awful' and 'shocking'
The matter is being investigated
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 11:33:33 +0000Person dies after being struck by train near Nailsea and Backwell
The death is not being treated as suspicious
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 11:04:51 +0000Tributes to Lord Archer of Weston-super-Mare after sudden death
Lord Archer died at home
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 10:02:39 +0000England A to take on Argentina XV at The Rec in Bath
Mark Mapletoft's side return to Somerset on Friday 6th November
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 10:00:44 +0000Doctor explains five health changes she wishes she had made in her 20s
The specialist GP says there are simple health changes we should all keep in mind
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 07:01:44 +0000Bridgwater takeaway allowed 5am licence despite 'recipe for chaos' warning
The business was stripped of its licence a year ago but has since been taken over
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Seaside town offers shop unit for free in unusual move to revitalise centre
"Residents want to see their high street thriving again"
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Sale of derelict Frome landmark faces new challenge after 'milestone' decision
It is "an exceptionally important site" for the town
Mon, 5 Oct 2026 17:39:20 +0000'Predatory' Scout volunteer 'inflicted horrific abuse' against children
'What happened to me took away a part of that innocence far earlier than any child should lose it. Things were introduced into my life that I was far too young to understand.'
Mon, 5 Oct 2026 16:01:24 +0000'Completely wrong' if Bath pub with 300-year history is forced to fall silent
Its "electric" atmosphere, even during the week, is what makes it so special
Mon, 5 Oct 2026 13:06:53 +0000'Inconceivable' loss as Somerset town's 'destination venue' confirms closure
A plea for donations has sadly not been enough to secure its future
Mon, 5 Oct 2026 11:30:21 +0000Binman tells anyone with a bin to 'check with council now' over everyday item
A TikTok influencer has addressed a common source of confusion for households
Mon, 5 Oct 2026 11:10:14 +0000Biker dies after crash on A370 near Weston-super-Mare
Tragic news
Mon, 5 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +00001,800 Somerset residents petition against Taylor Wimpey 'garden village' near M5
Thie site would have 7,000 homes