Chard and Ilminster News

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
What's on in South Somerset this week: September 9-16, 2026
South Somerset events guide: CineChard's mystery film, Adele tribute, Martin Simpson, Yeovil Town and The Illegal Eagles.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Ham Hill Fun Dog Show set to return this weekend
Ham Hill Fun Dog Show returns on September 13 with competitions, family entertainment and fundraising for Friends of Ham Hill.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Yeovil MP welcomes new video triage system for South West stroke patients
New video triage system to launch across Somerset and Dorset, helping stroke patients access specialist care faster.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New comedy night featuring Robin Morgan to launch in Ilminster
Comedy fans can enjoy Robin Morgan and a host of stand-up acts at Ilminster's new comedy night.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:28:24 +0100
Man taken to hospital after attack outside Somerset kebab shop
Police have issued an appeal after a man was assaulted by a group of males outside a kebab shop in Somerset

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:04:14 +0100
Heavy A303 delays in Somerset amid reports of 'car on roof' - LIVE
Heavy delays are being reported on the A303 westbound near Yeovil this morning, between the A3088 Cartgate Link Road and South Petherton

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Chard man sentenced for attempting to sexually communicate with children
Alexander McKenzie has been sentenced after attempting to sexually communicate with children and making Category A, B and C indecent images of children

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Ilminster shows 'remarkable resillience' despite 'difficult economic climate'
Ilminster high street is thriving against the odds, fuelled by community spirit and a growing number of independent businesses

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
All the new Chard parking charges planned as part of proposed overhaul
Chard parking charges are set for an overhaul under new Somerset Council tariff plans

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Nationwide warns millions could be missing out on £555 a month
Families could be missing out on £555 a month in benefits and support as Nationwide expands its free Better Off Indicator to Virgin Money customers

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0100
55p-per-mile tax break millions of drivers could be missing after major rule change
Workers who use their own cars for business journeys are being reminded they could claim more after HMRC raised mileage rates from 45p to 55p

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Four-bedroom bungalow near Chard with countryside views listed for £450k
This £450,000 bungalow near Chard offers four bedrooms, countryside views, renovated bathrooms and mature gardens

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Somerset residents encouraged to consider becoming foster carers
Fostering in Somerset is hosting information sessions as it seeks more carers for the county’s 700 children in care.

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Grade II-listed former mill building in Chard goes on the market
A Grade II-listed former mill and office building with development opportunities in the centre of Chard has been put on the market

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 13:32:53 +0100
A303 and A358 delays amid reports of 'incident'
Congestion has been reported along the A303 and A358 in Somerset following reports of an incident

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Former homeless veteran in Somerset launches UK support groups for veterans
A veteran who slept rough in Bridgwater has turned his life around and launched an initiative to support others in the same position

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Somerset man faces dental bill of up to £31,000 after being hit in face by bike
Thomas Johnston faces a £31,000 dental bill after losing eight teeth when struck in the face by a bicycle in Cardiff

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:02:35 +0100
Celebrity Traitors start date may have been revealed by Richard Osman
The start date for the second series of Celebrity Traitors may have been confirmed by Richard Osman and it's soon

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Royal Mint reveals rarest version of each British coin including 20p, 50p and more
The Royal Mint has revealed the rarest version of each of the eight coins in Britain

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0100
State Pension age rises to 67 - who will be hit hardest as retirement age goes up?
Millions face a longer wait for their State Pension as the age rises to 67 by 2028. Seven groups could be most at risk.

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Three-bed Ilminster bungalow with garden and terrace on market for £495k
This £495,000 detached bungalow in Ilminster offers three bedrooms, modern interiors, Herne Hill views and a garage

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Chard woman sentenced for speeding on the A358 near Taunton
Catherine Brown has been fined for speeding on the A358 near Taunton

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Aldi confirms all stores will close for 24 hours to give staff 'chance to rest'
All Aldi stores in the UK will close for 24 hours later this year, giving staff a "chance to rest"

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Born between these dates? You could wait even longer for your free bus pass
A rule linked to the rising State Pension age means some people turning 66 may have to wait months for a free bus pass.

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Taxi fare increase gets approval from Somerset Council
Somerset Council has approved higher taxi fares, with the maximum one-mile journey charge increasing to £5.06.

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Somerset woman makes legacy pledge after husband’s hospice care
Vida Jackson is backing St Margaret’s Hospice legacy campaign after the charity supported her late husband Nigel.

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Community volunteers celebrated at Somerset thank-you event
Somerset charities and volunteers celebrated at a garden party hosted by lord-lieutenant Mohammed Saddiq in east Somerset.

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Four-bed house described as 'truly stunning' for sale for £500,000
Take a look inside this £500,000 Yeovil home with four bedrooms, three reception rooms, a double garage and south-facing garden.

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Schools slash water use following South West Water visits
South West Water has helped 57 schools across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset save more than 15 million litres of water a year.

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Your Health, Your Choice: How old do you really want to feel?
Coach Pete explains why living well matters more than living longer, and how healthy habits can improve your future years.

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Four Somerset TGJones stores set to close as retailer plans to make cuts
Major high street retailer TGJones is closing several of its stores in Somerset as part of a restructuring scheme

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Creatures of all sizes in the spotlight for the camera club
Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy taking pictures of all creatures great and small in the region.

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0100
McDonald's axes major promotion after 20 years as customers say 'no reason to go now'
McDonald’s has axed its popular Monopoly game promotion in the UK after nearly 20 years - see how customers have reacted.

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0100
The forgotten £2,000 savings pot with your name on - and how to claim it
Could you have £2,000 sitting untouched? The forgotten savings pots millions of young adults may be entitled to

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
'Incredible' four-bedroom house in Somerset town up for sale for £450k
Take a look inside this £450,000 Yeovil home with four double bedrooms, a sun terrace, double garage and scenic gardens

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:40:00 +0100
Leonardo manager to swim across English Channel for water safety charity
Leonardo manager Matt Read will swim the English Channel in support of Swim Tayka and its life-saving water safety education.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Key A303 stretch in Somerset to close for eight hours at night from this month
The A303 will be closed overnight near Ilchester and Podimore from 9pm to 6am for maintenance and equipment upgrades.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pregnant women and children offered flu jabs in South West
Flu vaccines are now available across the South West for pregnant women and children as the NHS prepares for winter.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Power of recovery highlighted through month-long Somerset campaign
Somerset Drug and Alcohol Service marks Recovery Month with events to reduce stigma and celebrate recovery.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:22:07 +0100
Somerset Taxi fares set to rise following council review of transport costs
Somerset Taxi fares are set to rise following a recent council review of transport costs.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Somerset Council leader: Dolly Parton was more than just a singer
I was speaking to a young Somerset couple who adopted a young baby four years ago and they mentioned how much they appreciated Dolly Parton.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Expanding gym chain is set to open its doors in Chard
New gym has been revealed to open in Chard as a brand is expanding across Somerset

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0100
UK travel company suspends all services as holidaymakers warned 'do not travel'
UK travel company Wayfairer Travel Ltd has suspended all services and is taking steps to appoint an administrator - how customers are impacted.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Clinton Rogers: Somerset names are not always as easy as they look
From Frome to ZZ Top, Clinton Rogers shares tales of mispronunciations and life on air at BBC Somerset.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
PCC column: How schools can use this tool to help children stay safe
More than 100 Avon and Somerset schools have joined Pol-Ed, offering lessons on online safety, deepfakes and scams.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Adam Dance: Whether or not you voted for me, I will stand up for Yeovil
Adam Dance MP highlights priorities for Yeovil as Parliament returns, including rural transport, policing, and neurodiversity support in schools.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:29:00 +0100
Two Somerset teenagers remanded in youth detention on rape charges
Two teenage boys have been remanded into youth detention after appearing in court charged with multiple serious offences, including rape

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Firefighters rush to fire in busy Somerset town centre street
Yeovil flat was damaged after an accidental fire broke out above a town centre shop

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:49:42 +0100
Severe delays reported amid incident on A358 in Chard
Traffic congestion and severe delays have been reported on the A358 Southbound at the A30 in Chard after an incident. Drivers are advised to expect delays if travelling this way.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Prime Minister pledges to look into Musgrove Park maternity unit delays
Prime Minister has pledged to examine the timing of a new maternity unit at Musgrove Park Hospital after concerns were raised in Parliament

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