Bridgwater Mercury

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0100
Camera club members capture pictures of animals on the move
A gallery of pictures from Somerset Camera Club around the theme of animals on the move

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Award-winning comedy writer Andy Hamilton to entertain fans in Bridgwater
Mr Hamilton is set to share stories from his 40-year career in comedy, including memories, anecdotes, and opinions.

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Foundation donates £15,000 to boost education and job opportunities in Somerset
The foundation has handed over the cash to the South-West Social Mobility Commission, a group set up to improve education and job opportunities across the South West.

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Free Bridgwater information event planned for unpaid carers in Somerset
The event is open to all unpaid carers, including those receiving Carers Allowance.

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 09:41:13 +0100
Chief constable defends force’s investigations
Avon & Somerset’s top police officer has defended her force following criticism from government inspectors over how it investigates crime.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:10:45 +0100
Bridgwater TUC claims Reform UK are ‘racist cheerleaders’
Bridgwater Trades Union Congress in Somerset has claimed that Reform UK are ‘nothing but racist cheerleaders for the mega-rich’.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 10:44:47 +0100
Fire damaged house on A39 could be demolished and rebuilt
A fire damaged property on the A39 near Bridgwater, Somerset could be demolished and rebuilt if plans are approved by Somerset Council.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 16:29:30 +0100
Concrete planter ‘security measures’ unveiled at Bridgwater park
New “security measures” have been unveiled at a park in Bridgwater to prevent unauthorised access.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Bridgwater planning decisions, March 30-April 5, 2025
Here are the latest planning applications in Bridgwater submitted to Somerset Council.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Bridgwater planning applications, March 30-April 5, 2025
Here are the latest planning applications in Bridgwater submitted to Somerset Council.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Somerset Film to hold free activity in Bridgwater this May half-term
Somerset Film is inviting the public to join them for Black and White Monsters, an event inspired by classic movie posters.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Bridgwater care home residents enjoy visit from birds of prey
Guinea the eagle owl, Bracken the tawny owl, Cobweb the barn owl, and Floci the falcon visited the home as part of the regular pet therapy programme.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 12:04:15 +0100
Woolavington housing development scrapped
A planned housing development near Somerset’s new £4bn ‘gigafactory’ has been scrapped after the developer ran out of time to begin construction.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:30:46 +0100
Stockmoor Lodge residents donate Easter eggs to Bridgwater Food Bank
Residents and carers at Stockmoor Lodge in Bridgwater have been spreading a little Easter joy by collecting and donating Easter eggs for their local food bank.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:12:05 +0100
Police appeal after A39 collision near Bridgwater
Avon and Somerset Police is appealing for witnesses following a collision on a busy A-road near Bridgwater.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:19:20 +0100
Bridgwater student developing carnival app for 2025
John Jacques of Bridgwater Carnival writes about the development of an app for the event by student, Ben Hooper.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:09:52 +0100
Train journeys to be disrupted this Easter weekend by engineering projects
Brits using train travel this Easter weekend are being warned that their journeys could be disrupted by engineering projects.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:07:49 +0100
UK travellers banned from bringing meat and dairy back from EU
UK travellers have been issued a warning over the import of meat and dairy products from EU and EEA countries for personal use.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:40:53 +0100
Winners of MP’s Independent Shop Awards announced
Ashley Fox, MP for Bridgwater, has announced the winners of this year’s Independent Shop Awards.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:53:17 +0100
'Illegal working' at Indian restaurant prompts license review
A Bridgwater Indian restaurant is set to have its premises licence reviewed after ‘illegal working’ was identified.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:19:59 +0100
Historic priory off A39 near Bridgwater for sale
An historic Grade II listed folly located on the A39 near Bridgwater is up for sale, with a guide price of £1.5 million.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:44:09 +0100
Flood defence near Bridgwater gets £9.7 million upgrade
Dunball Sluice, a vital flood defence asset near Bridgwater, Somerset, has been successfully refurbished by the Environment Agency.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:51:39 +0100
Avon and Somerset Police crackdown on uninsured drivers
This week, Avon and Somerset Police’s Road Policing Unit launched Operation Scalis to tackle the number of uninsured drivers on the road.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:34:22 +0100
New substation for ‘gigafactory’ won’t be finished until 'after' first phase
A new substation intended to provide power to Somerset’s £4bn ‘gigafactory’ won’t be operational until the end of 2028 – one year after the first phase of the site is expected to be finished.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:32:50 +0100
Persimmons' plans return for 354 homes off Quantock Road
Persimmon Homes' plans to build more than 350 homes in west Bridgwater south of Quantock Road have returned to Somerset Council for scrutiny.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 08:56:34 +0100
Pontins charged over death of grandmother
The parent company of Pontins holiday parks has been charged with corporate manslaughter after part of a ceiling at a Somerset resort.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 16:58:08 +0100
Dog left alone in drug raided property in Bridgwater
A dog has been left on its own in a property in Bridgwater following a drug raid by Avon and Somerset Police.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Bridgwater predicted to see mix of rain and sunshine this week
The Met Office has forecasted a mix of rain and sunshine for Bridgwater this week.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 16:22:05 +0100
Bridgwater and Taunton Canal to be regenerated
EDITORIAL NOTE: Accompanying footage for this story can be sent via WeTransfer, please email: daniel.mumby@reachplc.com.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 11:23:39 +0100
Bridgwater restaurateur reacts to ‘disrespectful’ no-show of 10 people
Sue Felstead of Greenway Farm near Bridgwater, Somerset has reacted to a no-show which saw 10 people fail to turn up despite booking for lunch.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 09:56:26 +0100
David Attenborough signs award for Bridgwater primary school
Willowdown Primary School in Bridgwater has been recognised by Sir David Attenborough for its participation in the RSPB’s Wild Challenge.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0100
Column: Celebrating talent in Bridgwater
Memories of a Free Festival

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 16:55:30 +0100
Northern Lights to be visible across the UK this week - see where and when
The Northern Lights are set to be visible in parts of the UK on Tuesday and Wednesday (April 15 and 16), according to the Met Office.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 09:49:22 +0100
Certain iPhones to be locked out of WhatsApp from next month - devices affected
Certain iPhones will be left unable to access WhatsApp from May 5, 2025 - find out why and see the full list of devices affected.

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
What's on in Bridgwater this week: April 15-21, 2025
Various Easter-themed activities, including play sessions and an Easter Sunday market, are also on the agenda.

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 13:22:28 +0100
Flooding expected as Met office issues yellow rain warning for Somerset
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for "heavy rain" affecting most of Somerset from Tuesday (April 15) until Wednesday (April 16).

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 10:09:27 +0100
Charity football match to raise funds for Matty Russell after stroke
A charity football match is being held at Bridgwater United's Fairfax Park in aid of Matty Russell

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Free fishing events taking place in Somerset this Easter
Families looking for Easter holiday activities can enjoy free fishing events across Somerset.

Sat, 12 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce announces change to new name
The name change aims to represent the diversity, geographical spread and ambitious growth plans of the chamber.

Sat, 12 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
New Explorer Scouts group opens in Bridgwater area
The group encourages young people to try, see, and do more, providing them the chance to dream big, find their place, and be accepted.

Sat, 12 Apr 2025 15:03:00 +0100
Camera Club members enjoy the sunshine in Somerset
This week, the members of Somerset/Devon Camera Club have been taking photos of bird and other wildlife in wintery conditions.

Sat, 12 Apr 2025 09:42:00 +0100
Semi-detached 1930s family home in Bridgwater with plenty of reception space
This classic semi-detached 1930s property is situated in one of the most sought-after residential areas of Bridgwater.

Sat, 12 Apr 2025 09:46:12 +0100
Here's when you'll will be able to spot the stunning Pink Moon this week
Here is when stargazers in the UK can expect to see the stunning Pink Moon this April.

Sat, 12 Apr 2025 09:44:42 +0100
'Do not eat': Products sold at Aldi, Sainsbury's, Tesco, Asda and more recalled
Items sold at Aldi, Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury's and more have been recalled from supermarket shelves, including some of Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone Lager

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:34:50 +0100
Woman arrested after car crashes into ditch near Bridgwater
A woman in her 30s has been arrested by Avon and Somerset Police after a car crashed into a ditch near Bridgwater.

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:20:27 +0100
Bridgwater author claims King Alfred battle took place in Somerset
AN author from Bridgwater has written a book claiming that King Alfred’s defeat of the Vikings in 878 AD occurred in Somerset, not Wiltshire.

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 09:10:08 +0100
Old Vicarage Hotel launches new steak dining experience
The Old Vicarage Hotel in Bridgwater has unveiled a new chapter for its restaurant with the launch of ‘Vicarage Kitchen’.

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:29:23 +0100
Four arrested as cocaine and heroin seized during raid in Bridgwater
Four people have been arrested after cocaine and heroin was seized during a drugs raid in Bridgwater on Friday morning (April 11). 

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 09:57:27 +0100
Bridgwater police detective who used work laptop to shop online dismissed
A police detective based in Bridgwater has been dismissed after misusing her work laptop, including by online shopping for four and a half hours during a shift.  

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 09:45:00 +0100
Three Somerset pubs are serving Michelin-star pies from The Great British Menu
Three pubs in Somerset will be serving “the best ever pub pie” made by Michelin-starred chef and Great British Menu contestant Tom Shepherd.

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