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Rare heron spotted on camera at Somerset National Trust site

This stocky member of the heron family typically grows up to 66cm in size

The Independent UK

Rare heron seen at Somerset estate where river has been allowed to run free

Black-crowned night heron one of many species thriving at Holnicote Estate where river ‘reset’ has transformed area into lush oasis

The Guardian - UK

Longest spell without rain for decades in parts of England as heatwave lingers on

The Met Office also revealed that temperatures in the UK on Thursday peaked at 30.6C in Somerset

The Independent UK

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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

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

Severe delays on M5 after fault is reported

Drivers have been warned of continued delays on the M5 following closures due to “a defect with overhead power lines.” According to a National Highways update on X , the motorway “in Somerset has reopened in both directions between J22 Highbridge and J23 Puriton”. It added: “There are delays of…

The Independent UK

Brits warned to ‘drink responsibly’ and avoid exercising outside during record-breaking heatwave

The Met Office said temperatures had reached 36.7C in Merryfield, Somerset

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Ambulance chief issues alcohol warning as fans prepare to cheer for England amid punishing heatwave

People are being urged to drink responsibly and consume plenty of water in between alcoholic beverages

Evening Standard

Teenage boy found not guilty of murdering Aria Thorpe, nine, in Somerset

Jury clears 16-year-old of murder and manslaughter over the death of Aria, who died from a single stab wound

The Guardian - UK

UK sees new highest June temperature as records tumble for second day in a row

The Met Office said temperatures had reached 36.4C at Yeovilton, Somerset, on Thursday.

Evening Standard

Temperature could continue to rise as heatwave brings record-breaking figures

Red warnings for extreme heat remain in place

The Independent UK

Forecasters warn of even higher temperatures amid sweltering heatwave

Red warnings for extreme heat have been issued for an area from London and the south coast to Swansea, Somerset and Birmingham until late on Thursday.

Evening Standard

Hundreds of schools to close or shut early amid extreme heat

A ‘heat-dome’ settling over western Europe could bring temperatures of nearly 40C by Wednesday.

The Independent UK

‘Emotional and horrific’: volunteers ‘live’ as Somerset animals to study wildlife risks

People trained to experience world as otters, salmon and other River Tone creatures for pioneering research

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Met Office issues rare red weather warning for Wednesday and Thursday

UK Health Security Agency also issues red heat alert for six English regions, indicating risk to life even for the healthy

The Guardian - UK

Durham edge Northants in thriller, Glamorgan see off Surrey and more: county cricket – as it happened

Durham tightened their grip at the top of Division Two on the last day of action before the County Championship takes a two-month hiatus

The Guardian - UK

‘Like a bomb had gone off’: suspected arson attack fuels Glastonbury unease

Arrests after explosion and caravan fires heighten controversy in town over number of people living in vehicles

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JLR at risk of battery supply delays after Somerset factory turmoil

Supplier Agratas sacks its main building contractor on the government-backed project amid a budget mismatch

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The Guardian - UK

Mahmud’s six continues Kent’s revival at Lancs as Cox joins England mid-game – as it happened

Jordan Cox has been called up to the England squad as wicketkeeper cover for Jamie Smith

The Guardian - UK

Cox leaves Leicestershire reeling, Kent collapse at Lancashire: county cricket, day one – as it happened

Essex’s Jordan Cox scores 184 at Grace Road while Lancashire’s Liam Livingstone grabs five wickets against Kent

Evening Standard

Somer-loving: the home of the coolest indie beauty brands

How this corner of the West Country became a hotspot for wellness pioneers

The Guardian - UK

Watchdog investigates police over Bristol explosives homicide

Avon and Somerset police’s contact with Jo Shaw and ex-partner to be scrutinised after pair died in explosion on 3 May

The Guardian - UK

Somerset detectorist strikes gold with ‘spectacular’ Roman ring find

Kevin Minto’s discovery near Ilminster, showing goddess Victoria, has been acquired with coin hoard for £78,000

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5 Things That Will Make Your Garden Feel Like the Grounds of a Five-Star Hotel, From Planting Styles to Furniture Choices

Water features, al fresco art, and glasshouses — here's how to bring the glamour of a hotel garden into your own home

The Guardian - UK

‘Hold your nerve and trust nature’: birds, bats and butterflies rebound at Somerset rewilding farm

Letting nature take over at a former dairy farm has resulted in a surge of species in just three years

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