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The A39 between Glastonbury and Coxley (File photo/Daniel Mumby)

Drivers face new 40mph limit on A39 towards Glastonbury

1 hour ago |

Avon and Somerset records 81 tool thefts in 2025 (File photo)

Avon and Somerset tool theft total among lowest in UK figures

1 hour ago |

Wells Glencot Road plans submitted for 77 homes

Wells housing scheme moves forward with plans for 77 homes

29th Oct 2026 |

Proposed access to the Cathedral View Site on the A371 Portway in Wells Photo: Daniel Mumby

Wells homes approved despite ‘scratty little gardens’ warning

29th Oct 2026 |

Prime minister Andy Burnham MP at Prime Minister's Questions. CREDIT: Houses of Parliament

Somerset set for Wessex mayor election in May 2028

29th Oct 2026 |

Fire crews will practise their emergency response at Wells Cathedral during a morning training exercise.

Wells Cathedral to stage simulated emergency with fire crews

29th Oct 2026 |

Sponsored by Wells Festival of Literature, bringing writers, readers and big ideas to the heart of Wells. Wells moves from the final day of Half Term Family Activities at The Bishop’s Palace into another week of culture, with Wells Art Contemporary continuing at the Cathedral. Wednesday then brings Newark High School Orchestra ‘Soup & Strings’ Concert in St Cuthbert’s Church, where lunch and live music have rather sensibly been put in the same building.

Soup, strings and contemporary art fill Wells as November begins

29th Oct 2026 |

Michael Beasley has taken the oath at Westminster and will combine parliamentary duties with his role in Somerset.

Wells bishop takes his seat in House of Lords

28th Oct 2026 |

The A39 between Glastonbury and Coxley (File photo/Daniel Mumby)

Drivers face new 40mph limit on A39 towards Glastonbury

1 hour ago |

Avon and Somerset records 81 tool thefts in 2025 (File photo)

Avon and Somerset tool theft total among lowest in UK figures

1 hour ago |

Wells Glencot Road plans submitted for 77 homes

Wells housing scheme moves forward with plans for 77 homes

29th Oct 2026 |

Proposed access to the Cathedral View Site on the A371 Portway in Wells Photo: Daniel Mumby

Wells homes approved despite ‘scratty little gardens’ warning 29th Oct 2026

Prime minister Andy Burnham MP at Prime Minister's Questions. CREDIT: Houses of Parliament

Somerset set for Wessex mayor election in May 2028 29th Oct 2026

Fire crews will practise their emergency response at Wells Cathedral during a morning training exercise.

Wells Cathedral to stage simulated emergency with fire crews 29th Oct 2026

Sponsored by Wells Festival of Literature, bringing writers, readers and big ideas to the heart of Wells. Wells moves from the final day of Half Term Family Activities at The Bishop’s Palace into another week of culture, with Wells Art Contemporary continuing at the Cathedral. Wednesday then brings Newark High School Orchestra ‘Soup & Strings’ Concert in St Cuthbert’s Church, where lunch and live music have rather sensibly been put in the same building.

Soup, strings and contemporary art fill Wells as November begins 29th Oct 2026

Michael Beasley has taken the oath at Westminster and will combine parliamentary duties with his role in Somerset.

Wells bishop takes his seat in House of Lords 28th Oct 2026

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Friday 30th October

Pop Rock Pub Contemporary Choir

Pop Rock Pub Contemporary Choir

Music

Friday 30th October

PRP Gospel Choir

PRP Gospel Choir at Wells Methodist Church

Music

Friday 30th October

Secret Supper Club at The Bishop's Palace

Secret Supper Club at The Bishop's Palace

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Pop Rock Pub Contemporary Choir

Pop Rock Pub Contemporary Choir 30th October

PRP Gospel Choir

PRP Gospel Choir at Wells Methodist Church 30th October

Secret Supper Club at The Bishop's Palace

Secret Supper Club at The Bishop's Palace 30th October

Wells Art Contemporary

Wells Art Contemporary 30th October

Half Term Family Activities

Half Term Family Activities 30th October

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In October, families can enjoy seven easy, low-cost Halloween activities at home and outdoors, from pumpkin carving to spooky film nights.

Halloween at Home: Simple Ways to Make the Most of Spooky Season

Home & Garden

Embrace autumn's fresh start by decluttering, cozying up your home, exploring locally, and planning small enjoyable moments to enrich everyday life

The Autumn Reset: Simple Ways to Make the Most of the Season

Travel

An autumn city break offers the perfect chance to explore at a slower pace, with quieter streets, cosy cafés and plenty to discover

Why Autumn Could Be the Perfect Time for a City Break

Travel

In October, families can enjoy seven easy, low-cost Halloween activities at home and outdoors, from pumpkin carving to spooky film nights.

Halloween at Home: Simple Ways to Make the Most of Spooky Season

Embrace autumn's fresh start by decluttering, cozying up your home, exploring locally, and planning small enjoyable moments to enrich everyday life

The Autumn Reset: Simple Ways to Make the Most of the Season

An autumn city break offers the perfect chance to explore at a slower pace, with quieter streets, cosy cafés and plenty to discover

Why Autumn Could Be the Perfect Time for a City Break

Latest Sports News

Wells City Archers dominate Somerset Indoor event with standout wins across multiple disciplines

Wells archers scoop seven medals at county championships

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Wells manager Steve Murray.

Wells City appoint Steve Murray as manager with promotion ambition

Football

Wells City manager, Shaun Potter (X)

Potter targets promotion as Wells City hit top form

Football

Wells City Archers dominate Somerset Indoor event with standout wins across multiple disciplines

Wells archers scoop seven medals at county championships

Wells manager Steve Murray.

Wells City appoint Steve Murray as manager with promotion ambition

Wells City manager, Shaun Potter (X)

Potter targets promotion as Wells City hit top form

Latest Properties

Many of the new requirements simply formalise what good landlords already do.

Wells Landlords: Everything you need to know about the upcoming Renters Rights Act

Property News

Charming Grade II listed period home in the heart of Wedmore village — ivy‑clad frontage, classic windows and church just across the way.

Grade II listed, and just a bit smug about it

Property of the Week

The village of Wedmore is two miles away with pubs, shops, a café or three and an annual beer festival that makes integration suspiciously easy.

The house with everything… including Glastonbury Tor on speed dial

Property of the Week

Many of the new requirements simply formalise what good landlords already do.

Wells Landlords: Everything you need to know about the upcoming Renters Rights Act

Charming Grade II listed period home in the heart of Wedmore village — ivy‑clad frontage, classic windows and church just across the way.

Grade II listed, and just a bit smug about it

Property of the Week

The village of Wedmore is two miles away with pubs, shops, a café or three and an annual beer festival that makes integration suspiciously easy.

The house with everything… including Glastonbury Tor on speed dial

Property of the Week

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Latest Motors News

Flooding on the A37, courtesy of Storm Bert (Somerset Council)

Storm Bert causes chaos: Motorists urged to protect vehicles and check insurance

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James Granton, a motorist expert from Zego Car Insurance, sheds light on the significant impact car emissions can have on our health and the environment.

How Your Car's Emissions Could Be Affecting Your Health

News

Diesel vehicles topped the list with a 30.24% failure rate, closely followed by petrol cars at 28.19%

MOT costs could rise significantly, says new report

News

Flooding on the A37, courtesy of Storm Bert (Somerset Council)

Storm Bert causes chaos: Motorists urged to protect vehicles and check insurance

James Granton, a motorist expert from Zego Car Insurance, sheds light on the significant impact car emissions can have on our health and the environment.

How Your Car's Emissions Could Be Affecting Your Health

Diesel vehicles topped the list with a 30.24% failure rate, closely followed by petrol cars at 28.19%

MOT costs could rise significantly, says new report

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£40,000 - £60,000 a year

Wells

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Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon (Full Time)

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