Western Daily Press

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 04:56:00 +0000
Next steps planned for major new Somerset entertainment venue
The Tropicana is set to be transformed

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 04:55:00 +0000
Glastonbury star would 'never, ever attempt to replace or imitate the late Amy Winehouse'
"I'm in awe of her. We all are, and we miss her."

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 04:46:00 +0000
UK's 'loveliest' walking trail stretches 630 miles crossing stunning seaside towns
The South West Coast Path stretches across some of England's most beautiful areas and is the ultimate trail for those who particularly enjoy long-distance walking

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 04:42:00 +0000
Council urged to keep Newton House open until October 2026
The only respite care home for the most vulnerable young people in the area is currently set to close at the end of January

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 04:39:00 +0000
Long-running Chard roadworks will clash with town's annual carnival
Work now won't finish until Hallowe'en

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 04:32:00 +0000
Giant picture map gifted to Somerset town after 20 month project
It's been created by nine talented local women and took 1,000 hours to make

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 04:09:00 +0000
Yeovil Town training base move to Bristol provokes mixed reaction
Fans have raised concerns - but club believes move will help retun to football league

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 04:06:00 +0000
Measles outbreaks mapped as cases in part of South West rise
Bristol has seen the highest number of cases, with 47 so far this year

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 04:05:00 +0000
Grandfather left £45,000 out of pocket after purchasing caravan
Christopher Jeff says his caravan is costing him £1500 a day.

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 18:55:11 +0000
Hinkley worker says nuclear power bill 'makes sense' despite 'astronomical' cost
West Country locals have spoken out following the Spending Review 2025

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 15:43:04 +0000
Portishead Railway remains in limbo after no mention in spending review
The Chancellor announced funding for rail schemes in the North, the East and West Midlands, and Wales — but the Portishead and Bristol railway was not mentioned

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 15:18:16 +0000
E-fit image released after man’s body washes up on Somerset beach
The body was found by a member of the public

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:05:47 +0000
Live: Multi-vehicle crash shuts busy A-road on Somerset border
There are long delays in the area

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 12:58:18 +0000
Rain poncho that costs less than £10 is a 'godsend' for festival season
The GUKOY Rain Poncho comes in a set of two, and is a 'saviour for a 5-day festival', shoppers say

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 12:51:25 +0000
Huge M5 delays clear after caravan crashed and overturned
Drivers faced miles of queuing traffic

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 11:54:16 +0000
Robbie Williams in Bath: road closures and train times for Royal Crescent concerts
Robbie Williams will take to the stage for two spectacular open-air concerts marking 250 years of the Unesco World Heritage Site

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 11:41:00 +0000
Small Somerset village could get homes as council refuses to defend appeal
Permission was originally refused in November 2024 - but dozens of homes look set to be built

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:23:57 +0000
New Bath Rugby signing Henry Arundell recalled by England as he ends French exodus
The flying winger will join Bath Rugby this summer and has linked up with England this week

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:23:51 +0000
Call to ban 'no ball games' signs and get children playing again - have your say
The Raising the Nation Play Commission is calling for a government "National Play Strategy" for England, backed by a £125 million fund to get youngsters playing again

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 09:10:06 +0000
Weston school fair promises sizzling fun with barbecue, games and more
From Tae Kwon Do to tombola, Weston All Saints’ summer fair offers fun for all ages — and a taste of South Africa

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 09:07:08 +0000
Yeovil Town moving training operations to Bristol
'Move to improve standards and attract wider pool of talent to club'

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 08:51:14 +0000
Bath Rugby's ability to handle 'pressure' key to success says Johann van Graan
Bath Rugby beat Bristol Bears 34-20 at the Recreation Ground in the semi-final of the Gallagher Premiership to earn their place in the final

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 08:19:00 +0000
Huge new Hinkley Point C warehouse opens creating 70 jobs
A report unveiled on Monday highlights that Hinkley Point C now directly employs a workforce of 27,000.

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 07:54:19 +0000
Motorcyclist dies after serious South West A-road crash near M5
The road was closed for most of the day

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 07:08:53 +0000
‘Diversity is our strength’ says history-making new Mayor of Bath
'It is with immense pride, deep humility, and a profound sense of responsibility that I stand before you today as the newly appointed Mayor of the City of Bath'

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