Western Daily Press

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Somerset pier 'one of UK's oldest' with arcades which pay out more than anywhere else
Despite being the country's shortest pier, it has truly stood the test of time and continues to impress holidaymakers looking for a few hours to kill

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:05:00 +0000
Re-opening key Somerset coast road must be ‘pursued at all levels’
The road was closed indefinitely by Somerset County Council in January 2023

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:01:00 +0000
Extensive road safety improvements needed to deliver new Bridgwater school
It will have 210 pupils in each year

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 03:57:00 +0000
Construction on 295 Chard homes could begin in early-2027 under revised plans
A ruling on the scheme is expected later this year

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:19:14 +0000
Tom Abell's brilliant century leads Somerset to thrilling win over Hampshire
Somerset's unbeaten start continues with a two-wicket win chasing 288

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:26:04 +0000
Huntsman fined after failure to call dogs off fox
It follows a six-month police investigation

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:53:26 +0000
Police update after young biker seriously hurt in Glastonbury crash
He was taken to hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:31:39 +0000
Update: Police search for blue Volkswagen after serious Wiltshire crash
A motorcyclist suffered life-threatening injuries

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:12:47 +0000
New tech could end problem when thousands try to use phones at same time
It has been tested at Glastonbury and Cardiff's Principality Stadium

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:07:05 +0000
Boy arrested after police officer shoots gun in Yeovil
Armed police were at the scene

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:00:58 +0000
Kennel fire on Somerset border kills four dogs
A devastating fire broke out overnight

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:12:07 +0000
Suspect last seen at Bath hospital still on the run after escaping police custody
He had reported feeling unwell prior to his disappearance

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:43:00 +0000
'Oppressive' 19-bedroom HMO approved by a single vote
Councillors permitted the scheme as a compromise to secure the redevelopment of a derelict former hotel

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:40:00 +0000
Deprived Somerset town getting getting £20m to revitalise area
Bridgwater will hopefully be on the up

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:38:00 +0000
Incredible aerial images show Somerset’s £4bn ‘gigafactory’ latest
The new ring road is set to get under way soon

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:28:00 +0000
Full list of 97 Somerset roads which will made better for drivers this summer
The full list of roads across the county which will be surface dressed

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:18:00 +0000
Plans to expand HMO in busy Bridgwater street refused
"This was not designed for this. It's a clear example of over-development"

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:26:05 +0000
Bath City stun Dorking Wanderers to end long away winless run
Goals from Matt Bowman, Alex Fisher and Donovan Wilson ended 13 games without a victory on the road.

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:10:38 +0000
Prankster swaps Somerset town signs with French and Spanish ones
Let us know what you think. Do you see the funny side or is it an extra cost local authorities could do without?

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 16:50:20 +0000
Biker fighting for his life after crash
Police have launched an appeal for help from fellow motorists

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000
New Somerset park to get amphitheatre, allotments and giant play area
In area where 2,000 homes outside Taunton are being built

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:47:07 +0000
Johann van Graan thrilled with Bath’s bonus-point victory over Harlequins
"It was certainly not our best performance of the season, but we came for five (points) and we got five."

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:34:45 +0000
James Rew backed for England opener spot by Somerset coach
"Could he do that at the top of the order for England? Absolutely.”

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:30:42 +0000
Weston-super-Mare into the play-off spots ahead of final day shootout
Win on the final day and they will be in the National League South play-offs

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:31:25 +0000
'Best performance yet' - Bath Rugby ratings from Harlequins thrashing
Here's how we rated the players from the 48-15 win

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