Discover the benefits of 'exercise snacks' - short bursts of activity for busy Britons. Learn how mini workouts can boost fitness without gym time or equipment.

Somerset gardeners warned by BPCA to watch for summer pests like rats, wasps, and mosquitoes. Tips for pest prevention, wildlife safety, and garden hygiene.

Gallery of pictures showing of Somerset's wonderful trees and woodlands

Watch the World Cup live at Unity Beach, Brean, Somerset with giant screens, family-friendly fan zone, free entry, and England match entertainment.

The Huntspill River has been a vital part of Somerset's flood defences since it was constructed in the early stages of the Second World War

Somerset Council's financial management has come into question following a report by the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)

A fresh round of strike action by resident doctors is set to cause further disruption across the South West.

Reflecting on the decline of Saturday jobs for UK teenagers, Clinton Rogers discusses lost work experience, youth employment, and changing regulations.

Parking charges could be be scrapped at Brean and Berrow beaches in Somerset this summer.

Drivers on the M5 are being warned to expect delays today (Thursday, June 11) as police escort convoys are carrying huge wind turbine blades.

A training launch for Burnham-on-Sea RNLI turned into a real rescue when volunteers went to the aid of a capsized dinghy sailor off the Somerset coast.

St Bridget’s Church in Brean hosts a five-day flower festival until 12 June, featuring floral displays, community events, and refreshments. Free entry.

Yeo Valley Organic Garden Festival returns to Somerset, 17–19 Sept, with top speakers, eco-gardening talks, tours and plant sales.

Improvements have been made to the Strawberry Line multi-user path through the Mendip Hills, making it easier to explore the local landscape

"Ultra-rapid" charging points could soon be installed at the Oaktree business park in Highbridge, just off junction 22 of the M5

A convicted supplier of cocaine and heroin has been ordered to pay back over £160,000, and he has been stripped of his luxury items.

A Burnham-on-Sea care agency has been rated “requires improvement” as inspectors raise concerns about safety, staffing and medicines management.

Weston-super-Mare's Summer Fest at the Beach will be back 'even bigger and and better', according to event organisers

Spacious four-bedroom bungalow for sale on Coombes Way, Biddisham, Axbridge. Features open-plan living, landscaped gardens, garage, and parking. £650,000.

Met Office Burnham-on-Sea weather forecast: rain, sunny intervals, wind gusts up to 34mph, and temperatures rising to 23°C from 9–13 June 2026.

A misconduct hearing at the Avon and Somerset Police HQ in Portishead on Monday (June 15) will look into a detective inspector's alleged behaviour.

New government funding will back upgraded defences, nature‑based schemes and better water management after a winter of major flooding.

Somerset Council will close the Burnham-on-Sea footpath between Truro Close and Hawkins Close from 15–17 June for Openreach ducting works.

Discover upcoming events in Burnham-on-Sea and Bridgwater: maritime talk at Blake Museum, 90s Weekend in Brean, Elton John tribute, and Motown show.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has identified numerous areas in which Somerset Council needs to improve regarding adult social care

A charity‑funded upgrade at the Taunton hospital removes the need for permanent skin tattoos for patients and provides a more comfortable experience.

Brent Knoll provides stunning views of the Somerset coast - but the idyllic scenes could be changes forever if Barratt Homes gets its way.

A residential and dementia care home in Burnham has retained its ‘Outstanding’ rating from the CQC, who've commended the staff and care quality.

Two people have been arrested after a taxi driver was allegedly subjected to racial abuse and assaulted as crowds were leaving Summer Fest in Weston-super-Mare.

Research shows regular exercise, even moderate activity like walking or gardening, can add years to life and lower death risk by up to 30 per cent in adults.

The drinks prices have been revealed for Weston festival Summer Fest at the Beach - and it's bad news if you're looking to find a cheap can.

Welcome to our live feed of all the latest updates from Saturday at Summer Fest at the Beach in Weston-super-Mare.

The Awareness Fest charity music event will return for a third year on 13 June 2026, raising money for brain tumour research, treatment and support.

Richard Lane appointed chair of Cornish Mutual, succeeding Jeremy Oatey. Lane brings insurance expertise and a member-focused approach.

Somerset Council defends interim chief finance officer Clive Heaphy’s pay, highlighting savings, value for money and comparison to Prime Minister’s salary.

The Independent Office of Police Conduct report shows a total of 3,058 complaints made against Avon and Somerset Police in the year to April 2026.

A new festival is set to bring tens of thousands of people into Weston-super-Mare, with the organisers sharing their excitement despite the 'mixed' weather.

There are hopes for the Balmoral to return to Bristol Channel cruising by 2028, with a special fundraising trip planned on sister ship the Waverley.

BBC presenter Clive Myrie donates exclusive BBC News experience for Taunton charity auction, while tributes paid to former BBC Somerset host Emma Britton.

A Lieutenant Commander from Somerset has been named as one of the people who tragically lost their lives in the helicopter crash yesterday morning (June 3).

Councillor Alan Bradford was feeling in a musical mood when he made comments about the state of Somerset's road network at a public meeting

Burnham-on-Sea RNLI was called out to a report of two people possibly stuck in the mud at the beach on Wednesday, June 3.

Road closures are coming into force in Weston-super-Mare today (Thursday, June 4) as work ramps up to set up a new summer beach festival.

Emergency gas works are set to begin this week.

Weston-super-Mare's Summer Fest is set to be held from Friday, June 5 to Sunday, June 7 - but will the sun be shining?

Thousands of extra train seats are going to be available for a major summer music event on the coast in Somerset this week as more services are set to run.

A man living in Horton, Ilminster, has been sentenced for the possession of drugs after being stopped on the M5 in Somerset.

An appeal has been launched to help find a missing teenager with links to several Somerset towns.

Historic four-bedroom farmhouse for sale in East Huntspill, Highbridge. £875,000 via Greenslade Taylor Hunt. Period features, gardens, double garage.

Three-bedroom bungalow for sale on Bristol Road, Brent Knoll, Somerset. £625,000. Spacious, characterful home with garden, garage, and stunning views.