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Live: M5 huge queues with traffic 'bedlam'
M5
Drivers are caught up in hellish traffic queues as visitors make their way to the action-packed Devon County Show attraction
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Met Office thunder and flood warning for Bristol and South West
Somerset News
Weather conditions are expected to worsen as a warning remains in place until 8pm on Saturday evening
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The Charming picture-postcard village near one of Britain's 'worst' seaside resorts
Dunster
Dunster is a charming picture-postcard hamlet of just 800 people that can trace its roots back to the Iron Age
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Somerset getting a brand new music festival over Bank Holiday weekend
Dulverton
“Dive into a day of diverse music, delicious local refreshments, and delightful company at the inaugural Dulverton Sounds Music Festival on Exmoor Lawns
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Somerset's trendiest businesses revealed as Muddy Stilettos 2024 awards announced
Things to do in Somerset
The awards aim to celebrate the best local independent businesses
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Legendary 1995 Honda RS500R roars back to life at auction
Yeovil
The legendary 1995 Honda RS500R is rebuilt and ready to rule the roads
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'I loved my all-girls school so much that I returned to teach there'
Education
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The 'most beautiful town in England' on Somerset's doorstep with two castles and a famous school
Sherborne
The picturesque town has been described as "without doubt one of the most beautiful towns in England" by Visit Dorset
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Wells Cathedral charges divide opinion after controversial change
Wells
The Cathedral has received both five-star and one-star reviews recently
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Somerset funeral notices: Hearfelt tributes to 30 lost loved ones
People
The messages, placed between May 4 to May 10 provide comfort to the loved ones of those either lost or being celebrated.
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Nearly 150 new homes coming to Somerset coastal town despite fears of 'serious accident'
Watchet
Outline permission has been in place since 2019
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Mendip Hills’ tranquillity shattered by 'unstoppable' illegal raves
Mendips
The Mendip Hills are being transformed into a rave battleground, leaving residents distressed and businesses at risk, as authorities grapple with the challenge of curbing these unlawful music events
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Weston-super-Mare's floral clock blooms again after concrete fiasco
Weston-super-mare
Volunteers are being sought to help maintain it, with the first volunteer session on Wednesday
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Bristol Airport holidays to the sunshine you can book now from £100
News
KAYAK has revealed the top value summer 2024 routes from Bristol Airport, with a number of popular destinations available for less than £200 return
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Somerset village is among the most commonly mispronounced places - and how to say it
Somerset
Huish Episcopi trips up people
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Historic crumbling centuries-old wall has been lovingly restored
Exmoor
Volunteers transformed a crumbling stone wall into a picturesque and practical landmark
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Somerset is one of UK's most luxury staycation destinations
Somerset
Somerset was named as more luxurious than Devon
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Tracker shows bike theft hotspots in Bath as new figures released
Crime
The number of bicycle thefts are 'decreasing'
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The NHS's secret weapon ready to answer the call of duty
NHS
The untold story of Somerset’s NHS reservists, the flexible workforce stepping up to ensure the smooth running of our health service
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Bath is one of UK's most easily explorable cities
Bath
See the full list below.
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Exact time heavy rain will drench Somerset amid weather warning
Weather
The unsettled weather could result in flooding and travel disruption across the county today (May 13)
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Two Somerset wild swimming spots designated as 'bathing waters'
Environment
The River Frome at Farleigh Hungerford, Somerset, and River Tone in French Weir Park, Taunton, Somerset, are on the list.
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Somerset taxpayers may have to pay more to have bins collected
Environment
The company is experiencing "significant financial losses"
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Woman charged with murder after man stabbed in village near Glastonbury
Crime
She will appear before magistrates in Bristol today
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Hinkley Point: Giant generator weighing 520 tonnes arrives at Somerset power station
Hinkley Point
The huge generator travelled by sea and road to arrive at the site near Bridgwater
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Council flats will be built ‘in the heart' of Somerset town
Keynsham
The social rent flats will be built behind a pub on the high street
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New £1.6m Co-op store opens in North Somerset
Shopping
The store said it will 'redefine convenience shopping' in the area
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SATURDAY Tyson Fury declared he'd be world heavyweight champion after Bristol fight
Boxing
Tyson Fury will bid to become the undisputed world heavyweight champion on Saturday night when he takes on Oleksandr Usyk.
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Rudest restaurant in UK is back and has a message for anyone called Karen
Food and Drink
Karen's Diner - where every nightmare waiter and waitress goes after learning the art of snarling, sneering and insulting foodies - is set to return to the city
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Wetherspoon cider festival where pints cost £2.99 will be held in UK city
Pubs
The festival will be held at five Wetherspoon pubs in Plymouth, Devon, offering drinkers the chance to try a selection of craft ciders from producers across the south west region
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Children filmed taking selfies on train tracks in shocking incident
Somerset News
Children and teens are putting their lives in grave danger on railway lines
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Shoplifter banned from Somerset Co-op stores
Midsomer Norton
Jason White carried out eight thefts in Midsomer Norton between March 13 and April 26 before being handed a criminal behaviour order in court
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Devon County Show 2024 celebrates Somerset's rural life
Somerset
Local agriculture, food, drink, and crafts take center stage, showcasing the region’s rich farming heritage and communal spirit
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Met Office issues all-day rain alert for Somerset
Somerset News
The worst is expected to arrive in Somerset in the afternoon
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Two mini-forests planted across Bath
Bath
Two parks were chosen to host the 'mini-forests'
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Metro mayor Dan Norris named as Labour MP candidate for General Election
Somerset News
He will take on Jacob Rees Mogg and says he can do both jobs if elected
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Beautiful Somerset market town named one of the UK's best places
Wells
The town has been used as a filming location for Hollywood films including Hot Fuzz and the Dungeons and Dragons movie
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Bath braces itself for Bridgerton's return
Bath
Bridgerton’s third series is set to boost Bath’s economy and tourism, transforming the West of England into the UK’s very own Hollywood
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Victorian chapel in Bath has incredible interiors inside
property news
The property has five bedrooms and six bathrooms
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The 'place to be' village between Bristol and Bath where 'everyone knows each other'
Bath
Saltford, which neighbours Keynsham, is a village that many of us have driven through but it actually has a long-established community where 'everyone knows each other'
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Somerset News
Dulverton
Somerset getting a brand new music festival over Bank Holiday weekend
“Dive into a day of diverse music, delicious local refreshments, and delightful company at the inaugural Dulverton Sounds Music Festival on Exmoor Lawns
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Tyson Fury declared he'd be world heavyweight champion after Bristol fight
Boxing
Tyson Fury will bid to become the undisputed world heavyweight champion on Saturday night when he takes on Oleksandr Usyk.
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Bath making a dazzling contribution to major exhibition at Blenheim Palace
Bath
The museum is loaning Jean Muir, John Galliano and Vivienne Westwood pieces as well as 29 iconic Rootstein mannequins to the Icons of British Fashion exhibition at the stately home – a Unesco World Heritage Site.
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Somerset village is among the most commonly mispronounced places - and how to say it
Somerset
Huish Episcopi trips up people
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Bath is one of UK's most easily explorable cities
Bath
See the full list below.
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Business
Business
Businesses offered access to digital tools
40% admitted that they currently lacked the knowledge to get the most from them
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90% of business owners work while on holiday
Business
Many admit to cancelling or never taking breaks while others just keep their laptop on the whole time
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Experts list common mistake that prevent people from landing a job
Business
From the CV stage through to interview, people make the same mistakes time and again
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Ethical fashion brand set for 'rebirth' after acquisition
Business
Pia Harpur founded Studio Pia after spotting a gap in the lingerie market and the brand is now stocked in boutiques across 12 countries
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Broadband outages cost businesses £17.6billion in a year
Business
Ofcom is being urged to launch automatic compensation for commercial customers
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Health
Health
Mental health nurse explains how to talk to children who are struggling
Sometimes, the most important talks happen outside the house
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Dad who thought he had sciatica died eight days later
Health
Paul Kinloch had been feeling unwell, but thought it was related to his dialysis and sciatica
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West Country school closes and people told to boil water as highly infectious illness spreads
UK & World News
Eden Park Primary School in Brixham has told parents it has had to close as it has not been provided with water supplies safe enough for children to use. People living in parts of Brixham and Paignton in Devon have been told to boil tap water before they use it for anything - including drinking and brushing teeth.
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Tesco alert over food that may contain glass as Aldi recalls meat
Health
'Do not eat' warnings have been issued with advice on what to do next
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Nutritionist says 350 calorie breakfast keeps you full and cuts weight
Health
Guna Bilande says the high protein, high fibre meal is packed with nutrients and will leave you feeling full all day
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History
History
Shocking day mum and son died in South West rail tragedy
The tragic incident left an indelible mark on the community
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Somerset coalmines 'must never be forgotten' as ex-miners recall life in the pits
Radstock
Somerset has a long history of mining pits and until 50 years ago coalmining was a steadfast industry in the county. But three ex-miners want to ensure the Somerset pit workers are remembered forever
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11 Somerset place names that are a nightmare to pronounce - and how to say them properly
Somerset
Even some Somerset natives have trouble with them
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The unassuming Somerset street claimed to be the oldest of its kind in Europe
Somerset
It has been a centrepiece of the area for 700 years
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4,000-year-old plague bacteria found in Somerset graves
Somerset
Researchers found the ancient disease by drilling into 4,000-year-old teeth
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Property
Property
Eye-watering £7.5m West Country home with infinity pool and 13 acres
The nine-bedroom property is 'not just a home but a lifestyle destination'
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Victorian chapel in Bath has incredible interiors inside
property news
The property has five bedrooms and six bathrooms
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Magnificent secluded Arts and Crafts house has its own tennis court and pool
property news
The six-bedroom property has a swimming pool and tennis court - and stunning views
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Entire Grand Designs house built in four days at UK event
Property
The seven-room home with a cinema room includes a landscaped garden and swimming pool
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Thousands of community buildings failing basic energy standards
Property
New research shows that more than 7,300 community buildings in England do not meet basic energy efficiency standards
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Jobs
Jobs
Most people unaware of new work rules coming on April 6
The change could alter how, when and where you are allowed to work
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Ad Feature
Take advantage of these fully-funded adult learning courses at Bath College this spring
Partner Stories
The college has a vast range of programmes to suit your personal requirements and goals, whatever your background or experience
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Quarter of working mums say parental leave has slowed their career
Jobs
Over two fifths of mothers felt isolated and disconnected from colleagues upon returning from parental leave
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Firm recruiting 'super nappers' with £26,000 salary
Jobs
There are multiple job vacancies to fill
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School leavers looking for green jobs instead of uni
Jobs
Almost half say they will bypass traditional higher education because they want to work in a green job now
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UK & World News
Food and Drink
Karen's Diner UK's rudest restaurant is coming back to the West Country
Karen's Diner - where every nightmare waiter and waitress goes after learning the art of snarling, sneering and insulting foodies - is returning
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Nutrion expert says eating banana at right time can cut cancer risk
UK & World News
Eaten at the right time the bananas contain the same key nutrient as oats, peas, lentils and potatoes
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Northern Lights alert, display may be visible in UK again on Saturday
UK & World News
A new red alert has been issued for May 18 with displays visible anywhere in the UK
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UK Government says 'do not go to work' amid virus outbreak
UK & World News
Cases are 75% higher than the average, with advice on what to do if you catch it
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Dr Michael Mosley says four weeks of simple breathing trick can cut risk of Alzheimer's disease
UK & World News
The technique, which is thousands of years old, can also slash our anxiety levels and reduce pain and inflammation
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Live: M5 huge queues with traffic 'bedlam'
Drivers are caught up in hellish traffic queues as visitors make their way to the action-packed Devon County Show attraction
Donkey Sanctuary in West Country closes to visitors
Animal Rights
The Donkey Sanctuary has begun a consultation on the proposed closure of sanctuaries in Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds and Ivybridge, with the one in Belfast potentially being scaled back - but the main site in Sidmouth is not included
Somerset village is among the most commonly mispronounced places - and how to say it
Somerset
Huish Episcopi trips up people
Met Office thunder and flood warning for Bristol and South West
Somerset News
Weather conditions are expected to worsen as a warning remains in place until 8pm on Saturday evening
Woman dies after Somerset crash
Somerset
A woman in her 80s suffered serious injuries after a collision near Yeovilton and has sadly died in hospital
Dulverton
Somerset getting a brand new music festival over Bank Holiday weekend
“Dive into a day of diverse music, delicious local refreshments, and delightful company at the inaugural Dulverton Sounds Music Festival on Exmoor Lawns
Tyson Fury declared he'd be world heavyweight champion after Bristol fight
Boxing
Tyson Fury will bid to become the undisputed world heavyweight champion on Saturday night when he takes on Oleksandr Usyk.
Bath making a dazzling contribution to major exhibition at Blenheim Palace
Bath
The museum is loaning Jean Muir, John Galliano and Vivienne Westwood pieces as well as 29 iconic Rootstein mannequins to the Icons of British Fashion exhibition at the stately home – a Unesco World Heritage Site.
Somerset village is among the most commonly mispronounced places - and how to say it
Somerset
Huish Episcopi trips up people
Wetherspoon cider festival across Somerset where pints cost £2.99
Pubs
It will offer patrons at Wetherspoon locations throughout the county the chance to sample up to 15 unique craft ciders during its 10-day run.
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M5
Live: M5 huge queues with traffic 'bedlam'
Drivers are caught up in hellish traffic queues as visitors make their way to the action-packed Devon County Show attraction
Donkey Sanctuary in West Country closes to visitors
Animal Rights
The Donkey Sanctuary has begun a consultation on the proposed closure of sanctuaries in Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds and Ivybridge, with the one in Belfast potentially being scaled back - but the main site in Sidmouth is not included
Somerset village is among the most commonly mispronounced places - and how to say it
Somerset
Huish Episcopi trips up people
Karen's Diner UK's rudest restaurant is coming back to the West Country
Food and Drink
Karen's Diner - where every nightmare waiter and waitress goes after learning the art of snarling, sneering and insulting foodies - is returning
Met Office thunder and flood warning for Bristol and South West
Somerset News
Weather conditions are expected to worsen as a warning remains in place until 8pm on Saturday evening
Cricket
Jack Leach claims two wickets on return as Somerset on top
Somerset dominated a rain-affected second day of the Vitality County Championship Division One match with Kent at Taunton.
Bath Rugby book home semi-final against Sale Sharks with comfortable rout of Northampton Saints
Bath Rugby
Bath Rugby beat Northampton Saints 43-12 at the Recreation Ground on Saturday in Round 18 of the 2023/24 Gallagher Premiership
Lando Norris qualifies third for Imola GP as Max Verstappen equals record
Formula 1
"P3 is not a bad job and we were within a tenth of P1. It is tiny margins but the team has had a very good weekend. It is exciting because it is close and I cannot wait until tomorrow."
Somerset getting a brand new music festival over Bank Holiday weekend
Dulverton
“Dive into a day of diverse music, delicious local refreshments, and delightful company at the inaugural Dulverton Sounds Music Festival on Exmoor Lawns
Tyson Fury declared he'd be world heavyweight champion after Bristol fight
Boxing
Tyson Fury will bid to become the undisputed world heavyweight champion on Saturday night when he takes on Oleksandr Usyk.