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Wookey Hole puts on 'magical' activities for the summer holidays
WOOKEY Hole has several new attractions for visitors touring their caves this summer holiday — from a giant model of the moon to a new Wild West-themed circus. The Cheddar Gorge-based, independent, family-run attraction will run "magical summer
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Alfie Ogborne signs new contract extension at Somerset
Somerset seamer, Alfie Ogborne has signed a contract extension with the club. The left-arm seamer will now remain at the Cooper Associates County Ground until at least the end of the 2026 season. The 21-year-old played his way through the Somerset
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Has Strictly lost its sparkle? Debate on if show should end amid dancer controversies
SHOULD Strictly Come Dancing come to an end? That was the question being debated on Good Morning Britain (GMB) today (Tuesday, July 16) following controversies with professional dancers on the show. The ITV morning show saw Richard Madeley,
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Avon and Somerset Police officer barred after 'vulnerable woman changed her will'
A FORMER Avon and Somerset Police officer has been barred from policing after a "vulnerable woman" changed her will to "significantly benefit" him financially. A misconduct panel hearing ruled that student police officer PC Narjit Thapa had committed
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Minehead held at home in pre-season friendly
Friday evening brought Minehead’s second game in two days, when a more experienced Devon League XI outfit from North Molton came over the hills to The Rec. Fielding a completely different starting XI, Minehead faced by the strongest pre-season
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Husband and wife spot ‘gap in the market’ and open Thai eatery in Taunton town centre
A HUSBAND-and-wife team decided to open a Thai food eatery in Taunton town centre to fill “a gap in the market”. John Kelsall and his wife Jutamas opened Baan Thai on Magdalene Lane a few weeks ago. Baan Thai’s menu includes dishes from the
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Friendly defeat on the road for Wellington
Wellington AFC’s second pre-season friendly resulted in a 3-0 defeat away to Shaftesbury, newly promoted to the Southern League, today (Saturday). Another useful workout saw striker Jake Quick hit the inside of the post before the hosts went ahead
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Protected trees could be torn down for 1,400 homes
Protected trees on the edge of Somerset’s county town could be torn down to allow more than 1,400 new homes to be built. Persimmon Homes South West and Redrow Homes put forward joint plans in December 2021 for phase two of the Monkton Heathfield
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Rising Somerset star chef finishes runner up in Rotary Young Chef Awards
AN EXCITING prospect from Somerset proved she has the right ingredients for success after being named runner up at the Rotary Young Chef Awards 2024. Katrina Nightingale, 16, took part in this year’s competition and had to cook through four challenging
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Crash on A358 Pen Elm Hill closes road in both directions
A COLLISION has closed Taunton's Pen Elm Hill in both directions, with delays expected. The accident took place between Monty's Lane and Norton Manor Camp on the A358, at around 1:30pm on Tuesday, July 16. Travel Somerset said in a statement
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Somerset swimming pool under threat of closure
A Somerset swimming pool could close its doors in light of rising energy costs unless thousands of pounds can be urgently raised. The St. Michael’s PTA Swimming Pool lies within the grounds of St. Michael’s Church of England First School on Watery
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Britain's Got Talent Act helps raise over £1,000 for charities
OVER 100 locals enjoyed a mix of musicians, DJs and comedians at a music and comedy festival held at the Knoll Inn, East Brent, on Saturday evening. John Matthews arranged the event on his 50th birthday in hope of helping support two charities
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Martin Lewis reveals how UK tourists can save hundreds on flights this summer
TOURISTS flying to Spain or Greece this summer can save hundreds using a handy rebooking trick. Martin Lewis has floated the idea of cancelling holidays and hotel rooms and re-booking at a cheaper rate. The finance expert said: "Is your hotel
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Minehead business named 'Holistic Wellness Clinic of the Year'
MINEHEAD'S True Nature has been named the "Holistic Wellness Clinic of the Year" by the South England Prestige Awards - for the second time. True Nature, which works from within the Wellness Clinic above Toucan Wholefoods, at No.3, The Parade,
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Ferne Animal Sanctuary is opening up its annual Summer Fayre
FERNE Animal Sanctuary is offering a day filled with fun, entertainment and interactive activities this weekend. On July 20, a variety of events have been planned, all in support of the sanctuary’s mission to care for and protect animals in need
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Gareth Southgate steps down as England manager saying it's time for 'new chapter'
Gareth Southgate has quit his role as England manager, saying it is time for a “new chapter” for the national team. He announced his decision to quit in a statement issued by the Football Association on Tuesday (July 16) morning. The decision
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DWP issues Universal Credit warning after 184,000 Brits have benefits 'stopped'
BENEFITS claimants have been warned that as many as 184,000 people could lose their funding. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is continuing its migration process, known as managed migration, as it forces people off legacy benefits.
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Guidance for leaving children home alone after spike in calls to NSPCC Helpline
The Euros and Wimbledon are done and the Olympics are just around the corner, but for many children, summer will truly arrive with the school holidays. While young people across the South West look forward to a long and hopefully sunny summer break
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Beauty pageant contestant refuses to cover up her scar and says ‘it is who I am’
A BEAUTY pageant contestant proudly shows off a scar on her chest from open heart surgery and says: "I won't be covering it up - it's who I am." Crystal Pincott, 23, from Taunton, underwent surgery to close an hole in her heart in January after
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Somerset farm nominated in top farming awards
THE Farmers Weekly 2024 awards finalists have just been announced. One of the Mixed Farmer of the Year finalists is Andrew, Tracey and Robert Speed from Briddicott Farm in Somerset. The Farmers Weekly Awards is the biggest night in the farming
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Judges coming together to review one of the best parks in Somerset
TODAY South West in Bloom judges are meeting to review the widely well regarded Wellington Park. The park was awarded the Green Flag Award for the 24/25 season, due to the quality of the park being well maintained and looked after by the Somerset