“A soufflé that never rose – flat, flat, flat” was the verdict on the Budget with which I most agreed. It came from the owner of Taunton’s own Little Wine Shop restaurant and brasserie in Riverside Place. This truly was a Budget which put off all the big decisions we need to get our country growing …
Wellington Repair Café is returning to the Scout Hall, off Fore Street, this Saturday from 10am to 12.30pm. Volunteer experts will be there to repair electrical items, sewing and textiles, jewellery, clocks, computers and general mending of household goods. The tool sharpeners will be there too will not be able to sharpen garden tools, only …
The founder of Wellington Folk & Custom Society has stepped down after 16 years of keeping local traditions alive and helping to revive customs which had long since disappeared. Lee Edmead, who founded the society and has served as its chair and co-ordinator throughout its history. He is also relinquishing his colourful roles as Mr …
The Museum of Somerset in Taunton is set to close for three months to prepare for its landmark Chew Valley Hoard exhibition in 2027 and undertake essential conservation works. The museum reports: “These important improvements will help safeguard the historic Grade I listed building and collections for future generations. “A major part of the project …
The weekly Wellington Warm Place is back today (Thursday) and will be open from 11.15am to 2pm. It provides free refreshments, activities, newspapers, wi-fi, charging points and free lunch. Location: Baptist Church Hall, South Street, opposite Oxfam.
A town centre business has expanded with the launch of a second shop in High Street. Jacqui Isaac (pictured above) opened Men’s Threads and Treads last Wednesday. Prior to opening a shop in Wellington in April 2024, she was a psychiatric nurse. However, injuries she sustained in a serious car accident left her unable to …
Hundreds of people will flock to the Athletic Ground tomorrow (Thursday) for Wellington RFC’s annual Fireworks Display. The organisers say: “It’s going to be busy – it always is – so please allow plenty of time and get here early. “If possible, please walk to event to help avoid traffic congestion. If you must drive, …
Wellington Police received nearly 300 calls in October, Neighbourhood Sergeant Jon O’Connor said in his monthly report to town councillors on Monday. Here it is in full … We received a total of 295 calls this month, and of these calls, 72 crimes were recorded which are broken down into offence groups below. For ease …
A new morris dancing group have formed in Wellington – and they staged a special performance at the weekend. Here’s their report … Hallowe’en saw the first ever dance out of Wellington’s new morris side, Fox Tales Morris. As the sun went down, a procession of dancers dressed as mill workers and woodland creatures made …
Hospitality and retail businesses in Wellington are invited to discover how to attract more visitors and customers tomorrow (Thursday). A free webinar will explain how they can benefit from the town council’s partnership with Visit Somerset. The initiative is designed to raise the town’s profile, attract more visitors and help local businesses increase footfall and …
Transition Town Wellington have recently been awarded charity status along with enjoying a string of award successes. Anyone in the community can become a member of the environmental group for as little as £1 per year. Members receive regular emails and updates about activities both local and further afield as well as TTW’s monthly newsletter. …
