Appeal rejected for a large digital billboard in Bridgwater due to worries about driver distraction and road safety. Bridgwater Billboard Appeal Dismissed Over Driver Distraction Concerns Wildstone Estates wanted to build two digital signs. They planned to put them at the A38’s Express Park roundabout. They asked Somerset Council back in July 2024 for permission.…
A steel horse sculpture depicting local history proposed for new Liney Road housing development. Horse Sculpture Planned for Housing Estate Near Bridgwater Someone wants to put art near Liney Road. It’s in the village of Westonzoyland. The art shows a horse, rider, and flag made of forged steel bars; these bars are round and galvanized.…
Learn about the Celebration Mile project, part of Bridgwater’s Town Deal, at a drop-in event with Somerset Council and contractors. Bridgwater Traders Invited to Celebration Mile Project Drop In They’re holding an event. You can meet people from Somerset Council, and Taylor Woodrow contractors will also be there. Ask questions about the project. The Celebration…
New Lidl store approved near Bridgwater’s Huntworth roundabout, featuring ample parking after consultations and objections. Bridgwater Approves New Lidl Store Near Huntworth Roundabout Site Lidl wants to build a new store near Bridgwater. They chose land west of the Huntworth roundabout, near the Bridgwater Gateway business park. Carnival Way will provide access to the store.…
Discover free half-term activities in Bridgwater. Explore arts, circus skills, music, and more for family fun. Bridgwater Free Events: February Half Term Fun for Everyone Bridgwater has free events for everyone to enjoy. Glo-Play is at the Engine Room from Feb 17-19, 2025. It runs from 10 AM to 4 PM. Kids can make glow-in-dark…
Wells City Council takes control of green spaces to protect local services & save Somerset council money. Wells Gains Control of Green Spaces in Somerset Devolution Plan Somerset Council had money troubles last year. They asked towns to manage local services. This would help avoid big budget cuts, as the council faced a large financial…
Bridgwater residents rally against rising council tax, demanding inquiry and debate due to perceived unfair taxation. Bridgwater Council Tax Petition Surpasses 2,000 Signatures Online A petition organizer asked a leader to reread it. The leader’s council thought they were in the right. The council considered the petition misleading, saying non-residents signed it and claiming it…