Western Daily Press

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:09:52 +0000
'Really disappointing' end to Yeovil Town's season after chaotic start
“Today we will try and erase that from our memory."

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:00:52 +0000
'We don't have a second team' - Rotated Bath run Northampton Saints to the wire
Bath Rugby showcase their strength in depth despite dramatic defeat at Northampton Saints

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Somerset Funeral Notices as heartfelt tributes paid to 38 loved ones
Tributes have been paid to much-loved family members

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Somerset's best lifestyle businesses revealed in Muddy Stilettos Awards
Want to see who made it through to the Dorset, Somerset & Bristol Finals? Course you do!

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000
We visited the beautiful English pub that offers views over Wales
The Royal Inn is sat on the precipice between two beautiful nations - and is something special

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:46:00 +0000
Somerset villages feeling costs of Trump's Iran war as bills soar
70% on homes in one village rely on heating oil, which a councillor warned had doubled in cost

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:32:00 +0000
‘Affordable housing’ explained as to what term really means
"That's why delivering affordable homes is so important."

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 03:59:00 +0000
Physio's alert to 'not ignore pain' and 'act fast'
A musculoskeletal specialist said not taking action was a bad idea

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 02:16:00 +0000
DWP Universal Credit update over expanding eligibility for £110 payments
Benefit payment rates went up recently

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:15:53 +0000
Search for Somerset teen, aged 15, last seen on Friday night
Lola has links to Taunton and Weston-super-Mare

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:10:40 +0000
Weston-super-Mare secure National League South play-off spot
The Seagulls secured their highest ever finish as they end the season sixth

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:10:22 +0000
South West bed company on brink of administration after filing notice of intention
Trowbridge-based Airsprung Beds has filed a Notice of Intention to appoint administrators following financial difficulties, and is working with key stakeholders on options to preserve the company [NATIONAL NEWS]

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000
Incredible Somerset independent cider makers toasting years of success
The anniversary also shines a spotlight on the cidery’s shop and taproom

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000
Somerset carnival 2026 dates confirmed for spectacular processions
The dates have been set for the world famous illuminated carnival processions across the South West this Autumn

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 13:39:59 +0000
Yeovil Town season ends with disappointing 4-1 defeat
Glovers beaten 4-1 after going 3-0 down inside 16 minutes afainst Solihull Moors

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:01:11 +0000
Search for missing Cheddar man after more than a week without contact
He also has links to Bristol and Burnham-on-Sea

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Summer sun trap restaurant bringing slice of the Med to Somerset
"The terrace works just as well for a quiet morning coffee as it does for a long lunch or an afternoon pint,"

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:44:00 +0000
Welcome to Portishead, the YIMBY capital of the UK
We visited the town where people seem to say "yes, do this in my backyard!"

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:40:00 +0000
Decision on 56 new homes near Somerset primary school delayed
"There are some really difficult questions that need to be answered."

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:33:00 +0000
New Somerset Domino's to open with first 100 customers receiving free pizza
That's one place the townsfolk can spend their cheddar!

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:31:00 +0000
'Death of the High Street' - Somerset estate agents' fears as costs soar
And fears for renters as landlords selling up ahead of Renters' Right Act coming in

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:36:04 +0000
Dispersal order made in sleepy, countryside town after youth anti-social behaviour reported
Police can order anyone suspected of anti-social behaviour from the area

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:14:36 +0000
Toaster fire destroys Taunton kitchen as casualties treated at scene
Firefighters rushed out to the property in north Taunton

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:23:33 +0000
Mum to run London Marathon for Minehead coach crash kids
She is hoping to raise funds for specialist support for children still suffering with trauma

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:22:05 +0000
Somerset Southern Co-op stores 'at risk' as chain warns of administration
The company says it is hoping a merger with the national Co-Op Group will take place

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