Following the route of the former Somerset and Dorset Railway, linking Bristol and Bournemouth until the 1960s, the Trailway is a level, surfaced path which is great for walking, scooting and cycling.

The Somerset & Dorset Railway Heritage Trust has issued a progress report on the development of the proposed Somervale Sidings at Midsomer Norton. At first sight, nothing appears to be happening, but ...

This book, from the Publisher’s ‘Locomotive Portfolios’ series, describes the locomotives of the Somerset & Dorset Railway, its history, and significant people involved in its development, as well as ...

The leaders of Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire councils said that BCP Council can help “strengthen” the impact of the devolved mayoral strategic authority. BCP councillors voted in favour of ...

It has been a busy week for sport fans in Somerset, as Taunton hosted another race and Bath welcomed fans for the Premiership Rugby Cup. Elsewhere, a cute new furry baby was born and high school ...

We’re inviting burglary victims to view a collection of seized property believed to have been stolen from across Somerset and north Devon. Around 400 items were recovered during a lengthy ...

The Community Council for Somerset, in support with Somerset Council, says this winter has been "extremely challenging". The village agents support people offering everything from advice on ...

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole councillors have voted to join forces with Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset councils in a devolution deal. The council's other option was to join Hampshire County ...

They have now inspired two books, completely different in kind, both truly fascinating. Anne Somerset has had the excellent idea of looking at Victoria’s relations with her prime ministers in ...