Discover the fascinating history of Somerset’s piers - Minehead, Burnham on Sea, Clevedon, Weston-super-Mare and Birnbeck - explored by Chris Jessop.

Bridgwater weather forecast: Sunny Tuesday, light rain midweek, temperatures peaking at 15°C on Thursday, turning cooler with showers on Friday.

Six-bedroom former manor house with annexe in Westonzoyland for sale over £700,000. Features gardens, gated drive, flexible living, near M5 and Taunton.

Four-bedroom detached home for sale in Chilton Trinity, Bridgwater, with modern features, south-facing garden, and guide price of £465,000.

Fuel Duty could be increased by 5p per litre in the budget, alongside 3p pay-per-mile for EVs and the return of the fuel price escalator.

Ahead of the autumn budget, there's speculation that Chancellor Rachel Reeves could hike alcohol duty by as much as 4.5%.

Tesco has apologised to shoppers after a “do not eat” warning and recall alert was issued by the supermarket giant

Enjoy live music in Bridgwater, including tribute acts to Machine Head and the Travelling Wilburys, a music history night, and a Christmas show.

A holiday park in Bridgwater has been presented with a top regional tourism award by UK holiday giant Hoseasons.

The new Wilstock Primary School will be constructed on Cosmos Drive and will welcome its first pupils by September 2027

EDF is set to install three fish protection systems costing around Hinkley Point C in response to the government's Nuclear Regulatory Taskforce report.

There's good news for commuters as rail fares are to be frozen for the first time in 30 years.

There are calls to tackle a growing litter problem in the UK as the problem gets worse, a new survey has suggested.

Over a third of households in the UK now own an air fryer and they were the most popular kitchen gadget for Brits last year.

Here are the latest planning decisions made by Somerset Council in and around Bridgwater.

Here are the latest planning applications in and around Bridgwater submitted to Somerset Council.

When it comes to keeping costs down at Christmas, should you head to Aldi, Lidl, ASDA, Morrisons, Tesco, Iceland, Sainsbury’s, Waitrose or M&S?

Plenty of households use white vinegar as a tool to get rid of limescale, but experts have suggested another natural alternative

Think you're good at general knowledge or clued up on pop culture? Take this week's pub quiz to see how you score.

DHL Supply Chain Limited seeks to amend its HGV operator licence for Morrisons distribution centre Bridgwater, with 80 goods vehicles, 10 trailers.

NHS clinical leaders across South West urge people to keep well this winter. Advice on preventing cold-related illnesses, local warm hubs, and staying active.

Puriton Primary School pupils raise £118 with charity bake sale, feeding 1,311 children in Kenya as part of twinning programme through St Peter’s Life-Line.

Somerset Council has completed a £10.7m upgrade of the Dunball roundabout in Bridgwater - and has responded to criticism about the project

In a bid to protect retail spaces in Somerset, eighteen people have been arrested by police after a retail crime operation.

Gallery of photographs from Somerset Camera Club with the theme reflections

Best ways to defrost a frozen car windscreen? Be warned, there is one common method we should all be avoiding.

Voting is open for the Somerset Youth Parliament elections 2025. Young people can elect representatives to campaign on key issues. Vote by 15 December.

Britpave has claimed that driver safety on the M5 has been downgraded after an announcement from National Highways to replace the barriers.

Two army veterans from Bridgwater have handed an open letter to Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the budget later this month, calling for a change to VAT rules.

M5 traffic in Somerset is very heavy between Taunton and Bridgwater after a report of an incident. Northbound is only affected.

Local charity Young Somerset has unveiled two new Bold & Brave charity shops in Somerset, with one being located in Bridgwater town centre.

Somerset Council could implement Sunday car parking charges across the county in 2026 - and here's how much it could cost you

Somerset Council could implement Sunday car parking charges across the county - despite the vast majority of residents being against the plans

Ex-BBC journalist Clinton Rogers defends the BBC’s impartiality amid mistakes, highlighting trust, bias accusations, and the Director General’s resignation.

Lumina Tutoring seeks qualified volunteer teachers in the South West to support children in care with GCSE tutoring and mentorship.

Ex-BBC journalist Clinton Rogers defends the BBC’s impartiality amid mistakes, highlighting trust, bias accusations, and the Director General’s resignation.

HallowsFest wowed festival-goers with live music, fire performers, themed stalls, and immersive Halloween experiences.

Students and staff at a boarding school in Somerset have been sent home after an "illness outbreak".

The Somerset County Gazette and other titles are support St Margaret's Hospice with their Light Up A Life campaign this year.

RE:ACT Performing and Production Arts named Somerset’s top performing arts school for second year at Prestige Awards.

Tesco Somerset stores invite customers to donate new toys for local children in need. Runs until 15 December.

Shabana Mahmood MP said she was "not going to take any lessons" from Sir Ashley Fox MP on hotel use, accusing him of "lecturing" the government

Fire crews were called after a blaze broke out at a zoo near Burnham-on-Sea on Tuesday afternoon (November 18).

We’ve been doing Bridgwater Together now for 11 years.

Data released by the UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA) has revealed a severe uplift in flu infections

To help households save money on their energy bills, a number of experts have advised avoiding using major appliances during a two-hour slot in the day

Here is the one thing drivers need to address now or face a hefty £5000 repair bill this winter.

Historic blacksmith’s cottage for sale in Burton, near Stogursey. The Smithy offers four bedrooms, period features, large workshop and guide price of £470k.

Bridgwater MP Sir Ashley Fox praises Burnham-on-Sea charity Broken Chains for supporting families affected by parental addiction and substance misuse.

Here are the latest planning applications in and around Bridgwater submitted to Somerset Council.