UK South West England
Bournemouth Echo
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:35:00 +0100The New Forest is full of literary connections and a tale to tell
This picturesque spot, has been a muse for some of England’s most celebrated authors.
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100'Bournemouth's best days aren't behind us, they haven't even got going yet'
The talent, drive, and ambition of those who live and work here.
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:05:28 +0100Moment dad saw mansion for the first time after big win
A video has shown the moment that a dad-of-one won the keys to a luxurious New Forest mansion and half a million pounds in cash in an Omaze draw.
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:16:49 +0100"Shocked" parents call on council to prevent closure of pre-school
Concerned parents are calling on Dorset Council to prevent the closure of a charity supporting preschool children with additional needs
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 04:47:00 +0100Tonnes of rubbish and bags of litter picked up by council workers
New Forest District Council (NFDC) says its streetscene team has collected over 100 bags of litter in Fordingbridge and Totton.
Bridgwater Mercury
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100What's on in Bridgwater this week: October 14-20, 2025
Enjoy top events in Bridgwater this week: Queen tribute band, Simon Brodkin at Bridgwater Comedy Club, Acoustic Night, and Black History Month celebrations.
Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Bridgwater MP objects to plans for up to 450 new homes in village
Sir Ashley Fox MP objects to plans for up to 450 new homes in Woolavington, Somerset, citing traffic, GP and dental strain, and infrastructure concerns.
Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Closure affecting two Bridgwater roads set to be in place for 12 days
Somerset Council has issued a temporary traffic order affecting Westonzoyland Road and Eastern Avenue for a 12-day road closure, October 17-24.
Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Plans to install new toucan crossing announced in Bridgwater
Somerset Council plans new staggered toucan crossing on Ascot Drive, Bridgwater, near A38 Bristol Road roundabout.
Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Right-turn ban on A39 to be implemented for safety barrier repairs
A39 Western Way, Bridgwater: Temporary right-turn ban onto Wylds Road (East Quay) for safety barrier repairs on 20 Oct 2025.
Bridport News
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:10:14 +0100Tragedy as person dies on the railway
An emergency on the railway is causing major travel disruption
Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100What a view! See Bridport from above 25 years ago
The month of October has been a colourful one for happenings in the Bridport area.
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 01:38:00 +0100Dorset author's novel to become a film - after backing from Hollywood star
AN AUTHOR has told how the county of Dorset inspired her to write a best-selling novel that is set to be turned into a film
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:00:05 +0100Major road to close tonight as repair works continue
The A35 is set to close tonight as yet more work is carried out
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:41:13 +0100Car destroyed in blaze
Firefighters have been tackling a late night car blaze
Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100What's on in Burnham-on-Sea this week, October 14-20, 2025
Discover community events in and around Burnham this week. Dementia-friendly church service, men's shed, coffee morning, and Burnham Netball Club.
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:46:33 +0100Sir Ashley Fox to host Pensioners' Fair at Burnham-on-Sea Methodist Church
Sir Ashley Fox MP is set to host a Pensioners' Fair in Burnham-on-Sea.
Sun, 12 Oct 2025 16:03:32 +0100New SEND unit opens at Somerset school to support children
A new SEND unit has officially opened to support children with speech, language, and communication needs.
Sun, 12 Oct 2025 09:58:00 +0100Toilet limescale can be gone in a flash if households use this one 30p item
Lemons and lemon juice can be used to help clean those stubborn limescale spots in your toilet - here's how.
Sun, 12 Oct 2025 09:52:27 +0100Households urged to buy washing-up liquid for this reason (it's not the dishes)
UK households can pour washing-up liquid down their drains to help unblock them. Here is how it works.
Chard and Ilminster News
Sun, 12 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Road in Combe St Nicholas to be closed for three days
Somerset Council will close Ham Farm Lane, Combe St Nicholas, for Openreach ducting works from 20–22 October.
Sat, 11 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Road in Closworth to close for six hours in October
Yeovil Road, Closworth, Somerset, will close on October 17 from 9.30am–3.30pm for Openreach pole works.
Sat, 11 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Somerset Council calls on residents to report rough sleepers
Somerset Council urges residents to report rough sleepers via StreetLink for World Homelessness Day. Find out more.
Sat, 11 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Charity concert to remember Ilminster Ukulele Club member
Ilminster Ukulele Club charity concert at Warehouse Theatre on 23 October supporting St Margaret’s Hospice in memory of Denise Robins. Tickets £10.
Sat, 11 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Train travel to be free for military personnel this Remembrance
Serving military personnel and veterans can get free rail travel across Great Britain for Remembrance services. Also for RBL volunteers for London Poppy Day.
Western Daily Press
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:48:13 +0000M5 traffic clears after crash in Somerset
The motorway is partially blocked
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:42:44 +0000Bridgwater student secures job at nursing home after winning hearts
Seventeen-year-old Olive Trowsdale is now a permanent team member at Avalon Nursing Home after volunteering above and beyond during her placement.
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:42:30 +0000Touching the Void climber Simon Yates to speak at Salisbury Guildhall
Famed explorer behind Touching the Voidexpedition to appear in Salisbury for one-night talk on climbing the world's most remote mountains
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 07:42:19 +0000Teen wins global essay prize for challenging justice norms
Matthew Wong, 18, beat over 63,000 entrants to win the John Locke Institute’s Law Essay Prize with a thought-provoking piece on justice and rehabilitation
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000The Government is serving you a dodgy pint - don’t risk a nasty hangover
Sir Keir Starmer's “British night out” will end in a hangover for local democracy