Western Daily Press

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 04:46:00 +0000
Somerset's myths and magic folklore inspire epic fantasy tale
Drawing inspiration from its rich history and legends.

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 04:42:00 +0000
Bridgwater could get 750 more homes as special meeting held
A final decision is expected in the autumn

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 04:38:00 +0000
Somerset cafes named among top 50 museum cafes in the UK
A trio of Somerset cafes have been named by The Guardian as the top museum cafés in the UK

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 04:32:00 +0000
Charming town nestled between Bristol and Bath seeing appeal grow
The town is striving to carve out its distinct identity

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 04:24:00 +0000
New Somerset festival launches with 'iconic names' in picturesque hills
The festival is designed for those seeking more than just music

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 04:17:00 +0000
Taunton's transatlantic twin as US town has deep roots in Somerset history
Taunton Massachusetts is twinned with Taunton in Somerset and shares our incredible history

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 04:09:00 +0000
Taunton School in the running to be Europe's best
School looking to make it a second successive win

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:57:08 +0000
Somerset-born footballer Joe Thompson dies aged 36 after third cancer battle
Manchester United and Rochdale are among the clubs who have released statements about his sad passing

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000
Epic music festival which moved to Somerset confirms line-up
Festival on the Hills is open to the entire family with big names playing

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000
Somerset pub serving up 'ever-changing' menu with seasonal twist
It is promising "enticing starters" and "delicious desserts"

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000
M5 new shopping centre Designer Outlet line-up confirmed so far
The Cotswolds Designer Outlet will be nearly fully occupied with big name brands

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000
Pandemic puppies now abandoned as rescue centre in Taunton hits crisis point
Britain’s ‘pandemic puppies’ are now being unceremoniously dumped in droves

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000
Primark full list of stores where new service offered including one in Somerset
The budget fashion retailer has 187 stores across Britain

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000
Man banned from B&M and M&S stores after threatening staff
Ban issued after spree of shoplifting and abuse towards staff

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 12:47:02 +0000
Food Review Club under fire for influencer's undisclosed paid reviews
Matthew Davies-Binge, who is known online as Food Review Club, has been slammed by restaurant owners for his 'misleading' reviews - which he is supposed to declare as adverts

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 11:36:11 +0000
Glastonbury fans baffled by one detail after major 'hidden gem' stage announcement
Glastonbury Festival fans were left confused by a hidden stage change, with the little-known area receiving an update and fresh theme for this year set to continue on into 2027

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 09:35:25 +0000
Live: Easter weekend weather warning with heavy downpours
Parts of Somerset are under a weather warning and Gloucestershire should expect downpours

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 09:33:30 +0000
Exeter Chiefs vs Bath Rugby LIVE: Play-by-play Gallagher Premiership updates from Sandy Park
All the build-up, team news, live play-by-play match updates, reaction, analysis, stats and highlights from Sandy Park

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 06:16:05 +0000
Drunk South West police officer shouted 'obscenities' and 'sexually touched' woman
He was kicked out of a boxing event and flashed his police warrant card to try and get back in

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Historic Somerset canal to be transformed as major plans agreed
Millions of pounds have been committed - but that is just the beginning

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:57:00 +0000
Iconic seaside town with 'most beautiful sunset' facing major turning point
Shops are closing, new markets are popping up, and the town is bracing itself for work on the new multi-million pound Tropicana.

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:55:00 +0000
Battle for the soul of UK's hippiest town over van-dwellers eviction
"Van dwellers and those in caravans are not a problem to be solved. They are part of Glastonbury’s rich tapestry.”

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:48:00 +0000
South West town with Roman remnants that rivals Oxford and Cambridge
Their unique presence are still evident today

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:44:00 +0000
I visited the town nobody has an opinion on but its an indie paradise
People mentioned they liked Taunton, but struggled to articulate exactly why. But I love it.

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:36:00 +0000
Historic National Trust house unlocks kids’ curiosity with new hands-on house trail
National Trust launches interactive fun that brings 300 years to life

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