Western Daily Press

Sun, 24 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Somerset coastal campsite could expand with 60 new pitches
A coastal campsite in Somerset could expand with up to 60 new pitches if plans are approved by local councillors.

Sun, 24 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bristol Airport accused of ignoring villages directly under flight path
'The airport recognises the impact and noise impacts on nine North Somerset villages but do not consider any villages in Bath and North East Somerset to the south and east of the airport'

Sun, 24 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Much-loved husband and dad among this week's Somerset funeral notices
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

Sun, 24 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Wookey Hole launches new cave projections with tales of witches, bears, and brave cave divers
The project was made possible by a £250,000 investment

Sun, 24 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Somerset animal expert explains why a dog wagging its tail doesn't always mean it's happy
A Somerset vet has explained that a wagging tail doesn't always mean a dog is happy — it could also be a sign of anxiety or worry, and understanding dog behaviour is key to keeping your pet safe.

Sat, 23 May 2026 21:42:08 +0000
Britain's Got Talent judges send Somerset stars straight to final after 'breathtaking' act
The full Britain's Got Talent 2026 final line-up has now been confirmed with a local act awarded the last Golden Buzzer of the series

Sat, 23 May 2026 19:27:38 +0000
M5 gridlock at Wellington after Bank Holiday crash - updates
Southbound traffic was queueing

Sat, 23 May 2026 19:22:49 +0000
Jockey Hollie Doyle in hospital after fall at Bath Racecourse
She updated fans from her hospital bed

Sat, 23 May 2026 18:45:44 +0000
Lando Norris second as Kimi Antonelli rages at George Russell after clash in Canadian Grand Prix sprint
Lando Norris was the beneficiary as George Russell and Kimi Antonelli made contact to come second in the Canadian Grand Prix sprint

Sat, 23 May 2026 16:56:37 +0000
Much-loved former BBC radio presenter has died
Emma Britton had been openly sharing her cancer journey

Sat, 23 May 2026 15:56:10 +0000
Hour-by-hour Somerset weather forecast with wall-to-wall glorious sunshine
Spoiler alert - there's a lot of sunshine

Sat, 23 May 2026 12:21:16 +0000
Arrest made by police after woman punched and raped in Wellington
The man was arrested in Sussex

Sat, 23 May 2026 11:38:04 +0000
£2,000 fine for motorist caught drink-driving and speeding
He was nearly double the alcohol limit

Sat, 23 May 2026 11:36:51 +0000
RAC issues urgent 'check the level' car alert to all UK drivers
According to the motoring experts, drivers should make the checks before starting a journey

Sat, 23 May 2026 08:34:39 +0000
Somerset make statement with emphatic victory over Hampshire
Somerset cruised to a seven-wicket win to start their T20 campaign with a win

Sat, 23 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Inside Bath's hidden village up on the hill where life seems (almost) perfect
There are only a few small clouds in Larkhall's sky

Sat, 23 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Somerset’s historic heated lido open for summer with splash pool for kids
The heated outdoor pool is open until the end of September

Sat, 23 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Six places you can pick your own fruit in and around Somerset
It's almost PYO season

Sat, 23 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000
400-year-old Somerset pub left lying empty transformed into library
It's a new lease of life for a 400-year-old pub!

Fri, 22 May 2026 20:43:04 +0000
Long M5 South West delays as bank holidaymakers flock to region
There were long delays

Fri, 22 May 2026 18:11:00 +0000
NHS advises 'call 111' for 'bullseye' rash as over 1,000 Lyme disease cases confirmed
Lyme disease is usually transmitted through tick bites and the NHS warns a bullseye-shaped rash on the skin could be an early sign

Fri, 22 May 2026 17:25:56 +0000
Woman 'punched then raped' in Somerset as police launch investigation
Suspect is believed to have left area in a white Volkswagen Golf

Fri, 22 May 2026 16:05:41 +0000
Pretty South West market town hit by awful smell again
The Environment Agency said the smell has been affected by weather conditions

Fri, 22 May 2026 15:46:09 +0000
Weston's marine lake reopens in time for Bank Holiday heatwave
'The people of Weston deserve good things and we have got a very good thing here.'

Fri, 22 May 2026 14:49:11 +0000
Policeman repeatedly pushed and dragged boy by his clothing in police station car park
He also swore at him

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