Somerset Council announces 13-day road closure on Church Path and Aller Drove for patching works from 6–18 Nov.

Clinton Rogers reflects on the importance of Armistice Day, Remembrance traditions, and generational attitudes to poppy wearing and honouring UK war veterans.

Twilight Tobogganing returns to Mendip Activity Centre for Christmas 2025, offering festive family fun, illuminated sledging, and grotto adventures.

Newsquest's Young Reporter Scheme gives young people a platform to write about the topics that are important to them in their local area.

A swimmer has broken world records at a major Europe-wide competition.

Advice has been issued by Devon and Somerset Fire & Rescue Service on how to stay safe during bonfire night celebrations.

The Supreme Court has overturned three previous court rulings over a Wellington development - which could send shockwaves through Somerset

The Casa di Luso care home has been given a 'good' rating after being assessed in the summer.

Fire extinguishers from Hinkley Point B have been sent to Ukraine's front line to help out with the war.

Nearly a year's worth of roadworks in Bridgwater town centre are almost complete - but the delivery of the Celebration Mile is far from finished

Bridgwater Town Council held a ceremony at Mansfield Park as a new games area is constructed in the park.

John, 68, will march in the parade for the first time since receiving his British Empire Medal last year.

Police are looking for a 15-year-old girl with links to Somerset who was last seen getting into a car nearly a week ago.

Boots is recalling the Game of Thrones mug and sock set, the Batman mug and sock set, and the Ricky and Morty mug and keyring

Ian Gay, who grew up in Bridgwater, nominated for 2026 Queensland Australian of the Year for work with the Australian Disabled Surfers Association.

Charming period cottage for sale in Chilton Trinity, Bridgwater. Features two bedrooms, character beams, gardens, outbuilding. Guide price £450,000.

Four-bedroom detached house for sale in Bridgwater’s Stockmoor estate, £425,000. Features walled garden, en-suite, and a double garage.

Here are the latest planning decisions made by Somerset Council in and around Bridgwater.

Latest Bridgwater planning applications: housing extensions, listed building works, agricultural developments, and caravan park changes.

Three men have been jailed for their roles in more than 30 burglaries across Somerset and Devon during a period of more than three months.

The Gaia Exhibition, a seven-foot in diameter display of the Earth has opened in Bridgwater Town Hall.

EDF have been granted permission by the Office for Nuclear Regulation for Hinkley Point B to be decommissioned.

Injunctions that prohibit protests outside of Shell petrol stations have been granted by the High Court despite resistance from Just Stop Oil.

A MAN from Bridgwater has been handed a suspended sentence for possession with intent to supply class C drugs.

Bridgwater weather forecast: Heavy rain on Tuesday 4 November, followed by light rain, light showers and sunny intervals. Temperatures 8–16°C.

Discover top events in Bridgwater over the next week: Gaia Earth exhibit, The Hawklords live, Tony Christie farewell tour, and Bridgwater History Day.

Somerset Community Foundation launches Surviving Winter appeal to support older people facing fuel poverty. Donate to help fund winter fuel grants in Somerset.

Persimmon Homes Severn Valley's revised plans for homes near Quantock Road Cemetery in Bridgwater have not gone down well with locals

Devon & Somerset Fire and Rescue Service will no longer automatically respond to fire alarms going off

An Avon & Somerset Police officer is facing allegations of breaching standards of professional behaviour

Charities conducting street collections in Somerset won't have to publish how much they have raised in the local press as part of wider changes

Bridgwater History Day returns 8 Nov 2025 at Bridgwater Arts Centre with local historians, live music, films, and free historical food. Admission free.

Friends of Wilstock and Stockmoor Country Park held a successful Apple Day with scything training, orchard maintenance, and family activities.

The Cavaliers Carnival Club brought a burst of colour to this year’s Bridgwater Carnival with their 2025 entry, Candyland.

Wills Carnival Club won the local tableau category at Bridgwater Carnival with its Titantic-themed cart.

The Renegades Carnival Club presented a striking Wizard of Oz-themed entry at this year’s Bridgwater Carnival.

Hundreds of thousands attended this year’s glistening spectacle at Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival 2025, and the results have officially been announced.

The Showmen’s Guild donates £200 to Mayor of Bridgwater’s Charity for 2025, supporting Bridgwater Men’s Shed’s work to combat loneliness.

Bridgwater Arts Centre will host festive workshops—jewellery, willow crafts, wreath making—and art exhibitions.

Tendai Musavengana joins Vertu's Leadership & Management Degree Apprenticeship at BMW Bridgwater, part of Vertu’s South West expansion and talent drive.

Bridgwater Carnival 2025 has officially arrived with spectacular events taking place throughout the day.

The Marketeers Carnival Club has unveiled its 2025 Bridgwater Carnival entry theme.

Brigwater's Wilfs Carnival Club has revealed its theme for this year’s carnival, promising a colourful and imaginative display.

Fire crews have confirmed they had to rescue a vehicle from a water-filled ditch with people still inside after a crash occurred on the A358 on Halloween afternoon.

A gallery of photographs from Somerset Camera Club showing the different autumnal conditions in the county

A warning has been issued to UK drivers buying fireworks, as storing too many in your car or keeping them for too long can lead to a fine.

This gesture may appear friendly but it actually breaches the Highway Code and could be considered driving without due care and attention.

West Country Drainage Services has been shortlisted in two categories at the National Drainage Awards and two categories at this year's West Country awards.

Sir Ashley Fox MP reports on constituency visits to Nether Stowey, Bridgwater, and Cannington, discussing family farm tax, housing, and local issues.

One of Bridgwater’s longest-running carnival clubs has revealed its theme for this year’s event.