The Latest Breaking News from Somerset

Police smash into stolen car and taser ‘reckless’ driver following chase

A police officer spotted Smith driving the stolen vehicle while on patrol

The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2025

Man who led police on pursuit through Bristol jailed for 16 months

Avon and Somerset Police said Bryan Smith admitted driving offences and was sentenced at Bristol Crown Court.

Evening Standard · Oct 16, 2025

Britain’s tiniest waders delight birdwatchers in Somerset

Smaller than a robin, only about 50 Temminck’s stints are seen in the UK each year

The Guardian - UK · Oct 8, 2025

More bus workers to be balloted on potential strike action

RMT members at First South West in Somerset and Cornwall will vote in the coming weeks on whether to launch a campaign of industrial action.

Evening Standard · Sep 20, 2025

Clarks opens up a shoebox of memories with museum to mark 200th year

Shoemakers Museum in Somerset village of Street displays everything from school shoes to Wallabees and Desert Boots

The Guardian - UK · Sep 18, 2025

A guide to the best bracing walks in Britain to enjoy this season

If you’re up for a ramble this autumn, these are some excellent options

The Independent UK · Sep 17, 2025

Reservoirs less than half full across 12 sites in England

Several regions remain officially in drought after the warmest spring and summer on record.

Evening Standard · Sep 11, 2025

Birdwatch: Catch the beauty of the common snipe’s erratic, zigzag takeoff

The Somerset Levels offer an abundance of migratory birds – including the elusive wader famed for its flight pattern

The Guardian - UK · Sep 10, 2025

Pope among the runs as Surrey build against Warwickshire: county cricket, day two – as it happened

Tom Abell reached three figures against Yorkshire while Josh Tongue ripped through Worcestershire

The Guardian - UK · Sep 9, 2025

Tributes paid to 'extraordinary' Scots dad as man charged with murder

A SCOTTISH father who died following an incident in Somerset has been described as an “extraordinary man” who lifted the spirits of everyone…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 8, 2025