Towns & Villages
Fresh new look for Clevedon’s bandstand
March 20th 2012
Clevedon’s bandstand will have a fresh new look in time for the Queen's Jubilee celebrations
THE CORNER HOUSE RECENT SOMERSET LIFE SPOTLIGHT ON FROME FEATURE
January 31st 2012
A small privately owned Bar / Restaurant / Hotel that’s packed most nights. Why ? Atmosphere and super, reasonably priced food served by smiling staff who obviously enjoy working there. The kitchen certainly knows what it is doing.
DEADLY IS THE FEMALE SOMERSET LIFE SPOTLIGHT ON FROME
January 31st 2012
Specialising in faux vintage fashion they stock everything from 50s dresses to vintage style cosmetics, fabulous heels to 40s style swimming costumes and so much more. They are passionate about encouraging the confidence to dress up
An Insider’s Guide to... Taunton
January 3rd 2012
Malcolm Rigby describes a town that has experienced a donkey who liked a view, a shoe-eating soldier and a serious amount of attitude
Frome - Sarah Ford traces the growth of the arts in one of Somerset’s largest towns
November 4th 2011
This month marks the 25th anniversary of the transformation of a disused pub into an arts centre in the market town of Frome. Those taking part in the exciting rebuild included unemployed young people who gained valuable skills in the process.
An Insiders Guide to Glastonbury - Somerset town of myths and legends
November 4th 2011
Myths and legends have attracted kings, bishops, saints, archaeologists, hippies, pilgrims and your average punter. They still keep coming, and why not? When there is also now a chocolate love temple! Words by Malcolm Rigby
An Insider’s Guide to… Wells
September 27th 2011
Malcolm Rigby springs a few surprises about the city that proves that small is beautiful
An Insider’s Guide to Clevedon and Nailsea
September 9th 2011
Malcolm Rigby visits an area with a fluctuating history and a wide-ranging set of admiring visitors, including Coleridge, General Eisenhower, a First World War heroine and John Betjeman
An Insider's Guide to Yeovil
July 21st 2011
Renowned for its industrial and manufacturing heritage, Yeovil also enjoys easy access to green spaces, has a buzzing Country Market run by the WI plus a Vintage Fair, and is a thriving community hub. Words by Malcolm Rigby
Oases in the City
July 21st 2011
Sarah Ford explores the much admired historic parks in Bath and discovers how we can all enjoy them today
Weston's Grand pier
July 5th 2011
Billed as the ultimate indoor theme park, Weston-super-Mare's new-look Grand Pier has something for everything.
48 hours in... Bristol and Clifton
July 4th 2011
Home to Banksy and Brunel, markets, museums, good food and fun – Bristol is buzzing. Words by Diane Scully
Escape to Exmoor
July 4th 2011
Whether you are travelling by four wheels or two, by foot or on four legs, Exmoor offers a wealth of opportunities to explore this summer
Royal Wedding Day Events in Stoke St Mary Taunton - Royal Scarecrows and Worm Charming!
April 12th 2011
The picturesque village of Stoke St Mary, near Taunton is staging a whole day of unusual fundraising events to mark the Royal Wedding on April 29th.
Support Our Bid For Better Broadband
April 11th 2011
Somerset County Council is urging Somerset residents and businesses to get behind their bid to win vital Government funding for superfast broadband...
Phil Spencer urges the nation to become ‘Karcher Clean’!
April 8th 2011
Kärcher has joined forces with property expert, Phil Spencer, to launch ‘Kärcher CleanBritain’ – a campaign to encourage us to clean up our streets and meeting places for what’s set to be an exciting time for the nation...
The Mews Launches in Dorchester
April 6th 2011
the MEWS Dorchester is a new concept in shopping brought to you by Jean-Claude Gendre and Michael Delage-Pandeli.
The Mews is Launched in Dorchester
April 6th 2011
Offering watches, antiques and jewellery, the MEWS Dorchester is a new concept in shopping brought to you by Jean-Claude Gendre and Michael Delage-Pandeli.
Village Scribblings: Hornblotton
February 23rd 2011
Home alone: Hornblotton resident Andrew Warren revels in the freedom of having the house to himself
Stepping Out in Cheddar
February 21st 2011
Neville Stanikk delights in exploring the dramatic sights of Cheddar, from the awe-inspiring ancient Gorge to the cheese-filled Gough’s Cave
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