21 Things To Do In Somerset His Summer

Whilst it may not be the summer we all envisaged this year, Catherine Countenay picks out just some of the ways we can still enjoy our gorgeous country

BE INDEPENDENT

Along with its history, iconic architecture and spa water, Bath’s unique and individual shops are part of what makes the city so special

A very special part of England

BERNARD BALE discovers an area of Somerset which was particularly favored by Norman Knights

It's hotting up

Jane Earthy of Monkton Elm Garden Centre gives us some seasonal advice

RAINBOW RECIPES

The creators behind a new star-studded charity cookbook have shared some of its recipes for you to try at home

OUR SOMERSET HEROES

In a world where we all care so much about our community’s welfare, we highlight just a few of our Somerset heroes

THE BUTCHER,THE BAKER AND THE CRYSTAL SELLER

Glastonbury’s many long-standing independent businesses found ways to pull out all the stops during the coronavirus pandemic, discovers CATHERINE COURTENAY

AIN'T NO MOUNTAIN HIGH ENOUGH

Global superstar Diana Ross tells BERNARD BALE how there ain’t no mountain high enough to keep her from Somerset

VILLAGE LIFE

In our special series Catherine Courtenay takes a look at village life in Somerset

Where Have All The Bees Gone?

Pollinators are in severe decline writes Tony Jackson, but Somerset Wildlife Trust is on the case

THE INSIDER'S GUIDE

News and happenings from around the area with Somerset Life

LET'S TALK ABOUT: Grass Snakes

Grass snakes are one of the three snakes found in Britain.

OUTSIDE SPACE

Light, air and the best of views, a garden room is a must-have home accessory

Honey with moor flavour

A uniquely flavoured honey, produced by bees foraging on Exmoor’s ling heather, is revealing a few surprises, discovers CATHERINE COURTENAY

Hamster Hazard

This month it’s all about the hazards of other people’s animals

BATH on screen

Bath has long attracted directors and producers eager to feature the city on both the big and small screen. See if you can spot it next time you watch the television shows and films below

All together now

Loneliness in later life is not uncommon, but there are steps you can take to prevent or ease this feeling

Creating a masterpiece

Looking for something to do during your coronavirus confinement? Why not try writing a book, says author and Somerset Life contributor Ewen MacDonald

21 SECRETS OF SOMERSET

Author MIKE DEAN reveals some of the lesser-known Somerset secrets that appear in his latest book - did you know them?

Visit Somerset From Your Armchair

Have a change of scenery and take advantage of inspirational, local tours and activities that have been put online, says Holly Louise Eels

THE INSIDER'S GUIDE

News and happenings from around the area with Somerset Life

WELLS COMES TOGETHER

The city of Wells relies heavily on tourism to support its economy, but a strong community is rising to the challenge of coronavirus, as the Dean of Wells Cathedral tells CATHERINE COURTENAY

The good life

There’s never been a better time to discover your green fingers and have a go at growing your own fruit and vegetables

Smelling of roses

With all this extra time on our hands, our gardens should be picture perfect come the summer months.

Pound & Priory

A farmland walk with SIMONE STANBROOK-BYRNE explores the historic village of Stogursey. If you don’t live in the area, this is one to save until restrictions are lifted!

Mind over matter

The mental well-being of the older generation has never been more important, but thankfully our care homes and retirement villages are stepping up to the challenge

A virtual tour of Bath

While all the city’s attractions and museums were closed as we went to print, Visit Bath highlights the virtual tours which can be explored from the comfort of your home

In the name of SOMERSET

Our county has leant its name to a variety of different items and places that are now recognised across the world. HOLLY LOUISE EELS highlights some - a few might surprise you

Working from home

Your next career move might just lie in your humble abode...

Heading For Burnout?

Struggling with the demands of work, draining relationships, feeling you can’t cope? It’s a common story in our increasingly frenetic world