An ambitious plan to address economic inactivity and skills shortages in the county is being proposed by Somerset Council. The four-year project – Somerset Can – aims to build a …
Rare opportunity to view Bridgwater historical Tapestry during Heritage Open Days
Residents and visitors will have a rare opportunity to see one of Bridgwater’s most treasured historical artefacts when the Bridgwater Historical Tapestry goes on public display at St Mary’s Church …
Somerset Council parking review moves to next stage
A new county-wide parking charges structure agreed by Somerset Council’s Executive in March is a step closer to being implemented. The Somerset Parking Review and Charging Principles Framework is bringing …
Know your bin day ahead of the August bank holiday
There will be no recycling or rubbish collections on bank holiday Monday 31 August, Somerset Council have announced. All collections will take place one day later than usual following the …
Bridgwater South Pride in Place Board wants to hear from you
Members of the Bridgwater South Pride in Place Board met on Friday 21 August for their second board meeting, with representatives from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government …
Join the Big Community Picnic in Mansfield Park
Families and residents are invited to round off the summer holidays with a free afternoon of fun at the Big Community Picnic, taking place at Mansfield Park, Hamp, TA6 6DN, …
Bridgwater comes together for a weekend of history, food and celebration
Bridgwater welcomed hundreds of visitors over the weekend for a packed programme of events that filled the town centre with activity, celebrating local heritage, supporting independent businesses and bringing the …
Whitegates clear-up following unauthorised encampment
Bridgwater Town Council has completed a major clean-up and restoration operation at Whitegates following the departure of an unauthorised encampment, with teams working intensively to return the site to a …
Stallholders wanted for Snowflakes Christmas Lights Switch-On
Applications are now open for stallholders wishing to take part in the Snowflakes Christmas Lights Switch-On on Saturday 28 November 2026. Organisers are inviting local businesses, food and drink vendors, …
Rail Minister acknowledges strong case for better rail services in Bridgwater
The campaign for improved rail services in Bridgwater has received a significant boost after Rail Minister Lord Hendy acknowledged the town’s strong economic case for enhanced rail connectivity and recognised …