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A303 reopens after overturned caravan causes collision

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Pictures: Somerset tourist attraction closed for filming of BBC period drama

A HISTORIC tourist attraction in Somerset has been closing both partially and fully as filming for a BBC period drama takes place on the site. The Bishop's Palace, in Wells, has become the latest film location for the return of popular BBC show

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Taunton Racecourse to host St Margaret's Colour Run with new race designed for kids

THE St Margaret's Colour Run is set to make a return to Taunton Racecourse in two months' time. The popular charity event will take place on Saturday, May 18, and promises 'an unforgettable day out for all the family'. Last year, more than

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New branch of Skechers opens in Taunton town centre - take a look inside

A BRAND new branch of leading shoe retailer Skechers has opened in Taunton town centre. The shop, found on Fore Street, opened its doors for business for the first time on Friday, March 15. Prior to the opening, the nearest Skechers shops were

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'Economic challenges remain for companies' - Somerset business leader

by Emma Rawlings, Chief Executive, Somerset Chamber of Commerce. While the Budget may have provided a small jobs boost and gains for individuals, overall, it was disappointing for business. Cuts in National Insurance and an increase in the

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Injury rules Will Sutherland out of Somerset stint

SOMERSET'S marquee overseas signing for 2024, Will Sutherland, will no longer be coming to Taunton after being ruled out through injury. The Australian all-rounder has sustained an injury, which on medical advice, will rule him out of his contract

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Woman hospitalised and road remains closed after major crash on A-road this morning

AN A-road in Somerset has been closed since the early hours of this morning after a single-vehicle collision took place. The A39 Station Road in Carhampton is closed between Dunster Steep and the B3190 following a major collision at around 3:30am

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Tribute to Beatles legend coming to Somerset town

A MUSICAL icon who was part of arguably the biggest band of all time will be honoured and remembered with a special show taking place at The Regal in Minehead. The George Harrison Project, the UK's leading live music tribute to George Harrison,

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Butlin’s launches new all-inclusive holiday package for family breaks

BUTLIN’S has launched a brand-new all-inclusive drinks package available to guests on family breaks. The package includes cocktails, draught beers and ciders, wine, selected spirits, a range of soft drinks, and Costa Coffee from ‘Proud to Serve

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Superbly renovated family home in the heart of the village of Crowcombe

This superbly renovated, detached family home occupies a position in the heart of the village of Crowcombe, within the Quantock Hills AONB, with Taunton just 14 miles away and Minehead 12 miles to the north. The extended four-bedroom period property

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Unspecified extras can mount up when selling a property

THE sale of the property is agreed, the SOLD sticker is proudly slapped across the For Sale board and a date is set for completion. Details of the transaction are sent off to the solicitor to sort out the legals and everything should proceed like clockwork

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Botham the next great to be added to Somerset's Legend Wall

SOMERSET County Cricket Club's reimagined Legends Wall is beginning to take shape after it was announced that Ian Botham has become the latest person to earn a place. Somerset Members and supporters were recently given the opportunity to have a

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Looking back: Taunton residents fume at Google Street View 'infringing human rights'

IT'S been almost 14 years since the first Google Street View car visited Taunton and uploaded the town to the internet to ensure web users could virtually walk the streets, Some locals felt the new website 'infringed human rights', and were not

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Somerset school cricket team name captain for upcoming summer season

A Somerset school cricket team has named its captain for the summer season ahead. North Town School announced the selection of Olivia Tebbutt. The Year 6 student has been lauded as a role model, displaying exceptional responsibility and dedication

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Popular Somerset rock band celebrates 25 years of playing together

ONE of Somerset's biggest and longest surviving rock bands is celebrating 25 years together. Louis and the Iguanas, established in 1999, has won the hearts of many locals with its ska, funk, soul and reggae tunes. Their performances, always

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‘Overcoming challenges becomes easier when we embrace the courage to ask for help’

DO you ever struggle while juggling tasks, making decisions? Taking on a huge and complex project? This is happening to me right now. In the journey of life, facing challenges is inevitable. However, the path to overcoming these challenges becomes

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Rod Stewart entertains Taunton as ‘fabulous’ night of music raises £150k

ROD Stewart raised an incredible £150,000 for a Somerset hospice with a show-stopping performance at the County Ground in Taunton a decade ago. Around 18,000 people descended on the cricket club in June 2014 to witness the rock ‘n’ roll legend

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Survey launched to save the strandline beetle in the South West

Buglife's Citizen Science survey has been launched to help the endangered strandline beetle in the South West. The beetle, officially known as eurynebria complanata, is known for its distinctive black and sandy colour patterns. Unlike its once

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Harry Styles and The Killers tipped for secret Glastonbury sets

THE Killers and Harry Styles are favourites to play a secret set at Glastonbury Festival. This is according to odds by betideas.com. The Killers - who are the 7/4 favourites - have twice headlined the Pyramid Stage and played a secret set in