Free bus travel is being offered to children aged five to 15 in Somerset next month. Somerset Council is working with local bus operators to make sure the Government Kids Go Free scheme is available for all youngsters. With child fares typically costing between £1 and £2, families will be able to save on the …
Families can look forward to a packed programme of free and low-cost activities this summer – starting today (Monday). Working alongside In The Mix Project, Wellington Library, Everyone Active and the King’s Arms Community Hub, Wellington Town Council has brought together a wide range of activities into one easy-to-follow programme, making it simpler for parents …
Work has started this week on Wellington’s new £155,000 pump track at the Recreation Ground. The town council has led the project, in partnership with Wellington Sports Federation and the Wellington Pumptrack, Skatepark & Dirt Jumps group. It will create a space designed for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy cycling, scooting, and …
Court Fields School has received some great news on the final day of term – it has been awarded an Eco-Schools Green Flag. It takes the total number of flags awarded across our town to a remarkable FIVE. Earlier this week, we reported that Wellington Park, Swains Nature Reserve, Fox’s Field and Wellington Basins had …
Somerset Council is exploring automatic enrolment for free school meals, helping ensure more eligible children receive the support they are entitled to while unlocking vital funding for schools. The council says the move supports its commitment to giving every child the best start in life by reducing barriers for families and making it easier for …
Any girls wanting to give rugby a go have the ideal chance at Wellington RFC this evening (Friday). The club are holding taster sessions for their U14 and U16 sides – Years 8 to 11 – at the Athletic Ground between 6pm and 8pm. No boots are required and there will be a free BBQ. …
Plans for a junior parkrun in Wellington continue to gather momentum. Organisers say that local volunteers, groups and supporters are all playing their part in creating “what promises to become a fantastic free weekly event for children aged four to 14.” Here is their story so far … The journey has not always been straightforward. …
Wellington School has been commended in the Independent Schools of the Year 2026 awards for Student Careers. A spokesperson said: “At Wellington, our Careers Department supports pupils as they explore their interests, discover possible career paths and make informed choices about their future. “This recognition is a true testament to the personalised guidance and opportunities …
Year 6 children at St John’s Primary School experienced an incredible residential at Barton Hall, Torquay this week. Here is the school’s full report … All children and staff had the opportunity to do a huge number of activities every day during the three-day residential, with non-stop entertainment from the fantastic PGL staff. The time …
The Court Fields School Prom last night (Friday) was a complete celebration. It marked the end of a stage for Year 11 pupils, a striking visual transition for parents and families of the pupils now stepping into young adulthood and a genuinely happy ending of the year for staff of the school, not least Head …
Youngsters who enjoy swimming can try a fun challenge and meet Wellington Swimming Club at an open event tomorrow (Friday). Non-members of the club are invited to a distance challenge at the sports centre from 6.45pm, to see how far they can swim and find out more about the club. Members will also be taking …
