The Palladium Electric Wetherspoon in Midsomer Norton has been given planning permission to stay open half an hour later each night following approval by Bath & North East Somerset Council. The new planning permission allows the pub to remain open until 12.30am from Sunday to Thursday and until 1.30am on Fridays and Saturdays. The extended…
Bristol Temple Quarter took another major step forward today as partners from across the West came together to celebrate the opening of nationally significant infrastructure and innovation projects, thanks to over half a billion pounds of investment. The joint opening of the University of Bristol’s Sloane Robinson Building, the new eastern entrance to Bristol Temple…
Free access to hidden gems, historic sites and cultural treasures from 11-20 September This September, venues across Bath & North East Somerset will once again throw open their doors for Heritage Open Days, England’s largest community-led festival of history and culture. Running from 11-20 September 2026, the festival offers a unique opportunity to explore fascinating buildings,…
A new Best Start Family Hub created with the community to bring family support services under one roof is opening in Twerton on September 10. The Family Hub brings together health services, education providers, community groups and support services in a welcoming space where families can access information and advice. The Best Start Family Hub…
A new clean air strategy introducing ambitious local air quality targets that go beyond national requirements is being considered for Bath and North East Somerset. While air quality has improved significantly in recent years, air pollution remains the UK’s biggest environmental risk to public health, with evidence showing there is no safe level of exposure….
Midsomer Norton’s first ever town-wide Residents’ Survey is being delivered to 3,000 households and businesses this Autumn. Produced by local organisation, Midsomer Norton Community Connectors, they are keen to hear what you think about your local area. It’s an opportunity for you to share your views on local issues. Your views matter! The responses to…
Holly Court in Midsomer Norton is getting ready for a suitably spooky Halloween Market, with local traders being invited to take part. The Holly Court Independent Halloween Market returns on 31st October from 10am to 3pm. Alongside Holly Court’s permanent shops, organisers are hoping to fill Holly Court with up to 15 Halloween stalls, including seasonal treats, handmade crafts, food and…
CHARITIES HAILED AT SOMERSET GARDEN PARTY Charities from across Somerset have been hailed for their “massive contribution” to the wellbeing of the county at a special garden party organised by Somerset’s Lord-Lieutenant Mohammed Saddiq. More than 150 people from charities across Somerset were invited to the event, held at a private house in East Somerset. Mr…
Bath & North East Somerset Council is proposing to transform the way it works to improve outcomes for residents, strengthen communities and make sure services are sustainable for the future. A report going before Cabinet on September 10 sets out proposals that would see the council focussing more on preventing problems before they begin, making services simpler…
A draft Local Plan setting out where new homes, jobs and key infrastructure could be built across Bath and North East Somerset over the next 20 years will be considered by councillors on 10 September. The plan aims to make sure growth happens in the right places, with the schools, healthcare, transport and community facilities needed to support it….
