The Latest Breaking News from Somerset

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

Red warnings for extreme heat remain in place

The Independent UK · Jun 24

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 · Jun 23

‘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

The Guardian - UK · Jun 22

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 · Jun 14

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

The Guardian - UK · Jun 12

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

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

Evening Standard · Jun 11

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 · Jun 2

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

The Guardian - UK · Jun 2

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

Livingetc · Jun 2

‘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

The Guardian - UK · Jun 1