Western Daily Press

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:57:17 +0000
'A season of lost opportunities' - Johann van Graan reflects on Bath Rugby's semi-final defeat
Bath Rugby were beaten 26-27 by Exeter Chiefs in the semi-final of the 2025/26 Gallagher PREM

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:53:00 +0000
Miles of M5 traffic in Somerset as 'multi-vehicle' crash closes lanes - updates
There are 45-minute delays

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 07:53:22 +0000
Lando Norris believes McLaren will challenge for wins again soon
The reigning World Champion was on the podium for only the second time this season with Mercedes having been dominant in the 2026 season.

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Urgent safety concerns over busy Cheddar road used by schoolchildren
One resident claims there are no clear road markings or warning signs for approaching drivers

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000
250 new homes planned near popular Somerset forest walk
The site will includes a community orchard

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 04:48:00 +0000
CQC social care probe should be'wake-up call' for Somerset Council
The report found significant shortcomings

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:03:54 +0000
Serious crash between Ilminster and Taunton as police say 'avoid the area' - updates
Police say the closures will be in place for 'several hours'

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:00:29 +0000
Van driver dies after A358 crash near Taunton
The air ambulance was called

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:50:44 +0000
'Dangerous' caravan fire outside Glastonbury Tesco 'suspicious'
The fire caused a significant amount of damage

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 17:09:46 +0000
Hayden Muller latest player to sign for Yeovil Town
The 24-year-old defender, who can also operate in midfield, has penned a two-year contract at Huish Park after turning down a new deal at Sutton United.

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:43:30 +0000
Lando Norris on all-British podium as Lewis Hamilton wins at Barcelona GP
Lewis Hamilton claimed his first Formula One victory in 686 days - with Lando Norris finishing third

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:29:52 +0000
Pundits left questioning Bath's drop-goal call in PREM semi-final
Sam Warburton and Brian O'Driscoll both criticised Bath's decision not to attempt a drop-goal as the PREM semi-final slipped away against Exeter Chiefs, with Santiago Carreras in the perfect position to seal the win from the boot.

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:59:00 +0000
600-year-old Somerset pub rescued by villagers pouring the pints
The Waldy could have closed forever

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:03:51 +0000
Butlin's introduces new £1 a day lunch rule at all sites
The change comes in time for the busy summer holidays

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:12:14 +0000
M5 traffic eases after vehicle overturns
The vehicle has been recovered

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:08:55 +0000
Evacuated Glastonbury Tesco shuts after caravan inferno
Incredible pictures show an inferno very close to the supermarket

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:34:02 +0000
Somerset man's original Mr Blobby costume seen on TV to sell for thousands
Blobby blobby blobby!

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:06:00 +0000
Much-loved daughter, 17, among this week's Somerset funeral notices
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000
17th century coaching inn The George was great value
17th century coaching inn The George was great value

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The Somerset town where industry is booming but homelessness is rife
Bridgwater is rapidly expanding, but many are still sleeping rough.

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 04:45:00 +0000
Somerset village raises £30k in one week to fight 125 homes on 'green wedge'
'To see our community unite so powerfully is nothing short of incredible'

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 21:38:07 +0000
Bath Spa station hit with 'severe delays' after signalling faults
Several routes are impacted

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 20:20:39 +0000
Man arrested as 'suspected bomb' found during Bridgwater search
The bomb squad was called out

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:10:23 +0000
Bath Rugby 26-27 Exeter Chiefs LIVE: Highlights and reaction from semi-final upset
All the build-up, team news, live play-by-play match updates, reaction, analysis, stats and highlights from the Recreation Ground

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:49:39 +0000
'Had a shocker' - Bath Rugby ratings after PREM semi-final defeat
Bath fell short of a third consecutive PREM Final after blowing a 26-10 lead to Exeter Chiefs.

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