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Central Somerset Gazette
Locally-filmed show given second series
DAWN French's latest television venture has secured a second series just weeks after its debut.
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February 26, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Iron Age roundhouse to open its doors to visitors
The official opening of the new Iron Age roundhouse takes place at Avalon Archaeology in Glastonbury on Saturday, March 21.
2 min |
February 26, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
It’s time to take a screen break and enjoy life as an offline adventurer
OCEAN Adventurers in Cheddar has partnered with Sidcot School to launch a pioneering ‘Offline Adventure’ movement this February - a new, year-round initiative designed to help families rediscover the joy of tech-free play during school holidays.
2 min |
February 19, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Council ‘punished for being successful’
A COUNCIL says it is being “forced” into raising its council tax by 8.99% by the government.
2 min |
February 19, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
First store in county for footwear brand
CLARKS
1 min |
February 19, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
'We need all the drains we can get at the moment'
Photos show a main road drain in flooded Somerset - filled with tarmac.
1 min |
February 19, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Glastonbury to put itself forward as a Town of Culture
GLASTONBURY
1 min |
February 19, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
What shaped town before the festival
Adam Stout's Earthing the Dragon: Glastonbury and the Sixties takes readers back in time to explore the ideas, people and events that shaped Glastonbury before it became a global music phenomenon.
2 min |
February 19, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
'Unacceptable for people to lose last physical bank'
LOCAL MP Sarah Dyke has called it ‘unacceptable’ that Street is to lose its final bank with the closure of the High Street Lloyds branch.
2 min |
February 19, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Budget ‘aims to support local residents of all ages’
GLASTONBURY
3 min |
February 12, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
An exciting new chapter for Tor’s Tours
Tor’s Tours has appointed two new tour guides to its growing team. Tor Webster is pictured far right.
1 min |
February 12, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
‘Help make transport wish come true’
WOULD you like to quickly and easily travel to and from Glastonbury by using the train?
2 min |
February 12, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Lando pays visit to former school
FORMULA
1 min |
February 12, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Pianist awarded prestigious prize
MILLFIELD pianist Hannah Yap has been announced as the winner of a prestigious Young Musician Competition celebrating classical musicians.
1 min |
February 12, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
A day to learn what can be done for river’s future
A COALITION of dedicated volunteers is organising Living Brue Day, a free public event at Glastonbury Town Hall dedicated to raising awareness of the ecological, cultural and recreational importance of the River Brue, and the urgent need to address the threats it faces.
1 min |
February 12, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Arrest following death in early hours on A38
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless/ inconsiderate driving after a man died on the A38 set during the early hours of Friday morning last week.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Picture issued in hunt for delivery driver attackers
A DELIVERY driver was attacked by two strangers and suffered bruising and cuts to his head and body.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
'Much-needed homes will respect local environment'
UP to 24 new homes could be built at the northern end of a local village if plans are approved.
2 min |
February 05, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Stranded lorry 'like Marie Celeste'
A DRIVER had to be rescued by tractor from his toppled lorry after it got stuck in flood water.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Deputy stuck in traffic for big WECA meeting
TRAFFIC chaos on Friday last week meant that North Somerset Council missed a major meeting about joining the West of England Combined Authority (WECA).
2 min |
February 05, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Street Parish Council sets budget for 2026/27
STREET Parish Council has approved its budget and precept for the 2026/27 financial year.
2 min |
February 05, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Slope along for Alpine-themed laughs
MENDIP Activity Centre, based near Churchill, is bringing something entirely new to Somerset this winter.
2 min |
January 29, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Legally Blonde a stunning display of student talent
THE halls of Harvard Law are moving to Weston-super-Mare this February as the talented students of Churchill Academy & Sixth Form present Legally Blonde The Musical at the Playhouse Theatre.
2 min |
January 29, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Gastropub named as one of country's best
A LOCAL gastropub has been named among the best in the country according to a prestigious list by Estrella Damm.
1 min |
January 29, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Family spared fine after telling of their outrage at parking penalty
A FAMILY were distressed after receiving a £100 parking fine after visiting a popular pub in Street.
3 min |
January 29, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Local health care ‘can be a crucial element in easing strain on A&Es’
AS the Liberal Democrats launched a new £1.5bn NHS plan to end 12-hour A&E waits within a year, Sarah Dyke - MP for Glastonbury & Somerton and Liberal Democrat Rural Affairs Spokesperson - is urging local NHS Trusts to increase the number of local Community Health Hubs and support Community Hospitals to help ease pressure on larger local hospitals.
2 min |
January 22, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
D-Day hero Don, 100, fulfils his last wish with medal
ONE of the last D-Day heroes has fulfilled his final wish after being granted a medal recognising his role in the historic invasion.
5 min |
January 22, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
SHOCK force fights against ‘poor planning’
RURAL
2 min |
January 15, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
It’s no secret that local locations are a big hit with the filmmakers
SOMERSET is starting the year with two great onscreen appearances, showcasing the county and supporting its economy.
2 min |
January 15, 2026
Central Somerset Gazette
Man is charged after police carry out drug searches
A MAN has been charged after police carried out drug searches in Somerset.
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