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Nov 15, 2024 · Wessex Water is investing more than £1.3 million to help alleviate sewer flooding in the town, while Wales and West is delivering a £415,000 upgrade to a gas main, switching from the ageing metal pipes to long-lasting pipes, with the work being carried out between January and approximately September 2025.

Nov 28, 2024 · The Windwhistle Inn, ranked in the top 20 restaurants near Chard and an average rating of 3.5 stars on Tripadvisor and 4 stars on Google, has fully shut down this month, posting “permanently closed” on its website and Facebook.

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Dec 21, 2024 · There are also road closures in place from today onwards in certain areas. The works are to be phased and expected to commence on January 7 until May 29 2025 between midnight and 11.59pm to enable Wessex Water to carry out works on the water main and the construction of a new sewer.

Nov 26, 2024 · The recent budget announced by the chancellor was also discussed, with hoteliers warning of its potential to cause business closures, job losses, and the cancellation of key investment and capital expenditure projects due to rising costs and economic pressures.

Dec 29, 2024 · The five-bedroom cottage is surrounded by miles of unspoilt countryside and is within walking distance of the popular Haymaker Inn. Inside, the property is presented in superb decorative order with attractive finishes and plenty of period features such as exposed beams and inglenook fireplaces that blend well with the more modern additions.

Jan 24, 2025 · The Lord Nelson pub on Rectory Lane, Norton Sub Hamdon, near Yeovil closed its doors on January 6 for refurbishments and has officially reopened its doors yesterday (Thursday, January 23) with a brand-new bar.. A spokesperson for the Lord Nelson posted an update on social media yesterday that said: “We’re back. Have you missed us?

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Oct 4, 2024 · Despite changing location, it will retain its "friendly vibe", "incredible" music and "mind-bending" art installations. Shindig Festival is returning in May 2025 (Image: Melissa Kidd) Embracing greener practices, a fresh outlook on programming and climate-conscious conversations, the event will be a mix of new talent with timeless favourites sprinkled in.