The Latest Breaking News from Minehead

Partner of convicted sex offender found dead after overdose, inquest hears

Kelly Faiers, 61, was found at the home of Richard Scatchard, 70, in Minehead, Somerset, in October 2023

The Independent UK · Jul 6

From Historic Links To Unusual Parkland Terrain And A Hilltop Beauty: The English County That's Got It All

Jeremy Ellwood experiences a very enjoyable mix of Somerset's hilltop, links and parkland courses in fine spring weather on his latest visit to this western county

Golf Monthly · Jun 27

Luke Littler enjoys Cheltenham Festival with his girlfriend and fellow darts stars

Luke Littler attended the opening day of the 2026 Cheltenham Festival with his girlfriend Faith Millar and some of his fellow darts stars. The two-time world champion appeared in good spirits as he cheered on the horses at the iconic racing venue. He was also seen sharing jokes with World…

The Independent UK · Mar 10

Luke Littler and Gian van Veen to renew Butlin’s rivalry in world final

Back in November 2024 at Butlin’s in Minehead, a 16-year-old Littler beat Van Veen in the World Youth Championship.

The Independent UK · Jan 3

London Eye architect proposes 14-mile tidal power station off Somerset coast

West Somerset Lagoon would harness renewable energy for UK’s AI boom – and create ‘iconic’ arc around Bristol Channel

The Guardian - UK · Dec 27, 2025

Luke Littler beats Nathan Aspinall to win Players Championship Finals title

Victory was Littler’s sixth televised ranking title of the year and comes on the eve of next month’s World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace

The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2025

Luke Littler misses Players Championship in Wigan after being caught in traffic

The reigning world champion has already qualified for next month’s finals in Minehead.

The Independent UK · Oct 29, 2025

Parents of boy who died in school coach crash pay tribute to community

Oliver Price, 10, died after the bus he was travelling in overturned on the A396 at Cutcombe Hill near Minehead on July 17.

Evening Standard · Jul 28, 2025

Minehead bus crash victim died from head injuries on way home from school zoo trip, inquest hears

Oliver Price was killed when the vehicle left the A396 at Cutcombe Hill near Minehead, Somerset

The Independent UK · Jul 24, 2025

Schoolboy died from head injuries in zoo trip coach crash, inquest hears

Oliver Price, 10, was killed when the vehicle left the A396 near Minehead a week ago.

Evening Standard · Jul 24, 2025