Abbey

South West

Malmesbury Crowned Best Place to Live in South West England

Malmesbury, a historic market town in Wiltshire known for its impressive abbey and independent shops, has been named the best place to live in the South West by The Sunday Times. While the region boasts many attractive …

By Katherine Morrison · · 2 min read

Roadclosure

Live Update: Fallen Tree Blocks Road Near Historic Abbey

A fallen tree has caused a complete road closure near a historic abbey, disrupting traffic and access in the area. Authorities are currently on-site working to clear the obstruction. Motorists are advised to avoid the area …

By Joe Fenwick · · 1 min read

Vandalism

Vandals Deface Historic Norman Arch in Cirencester

The Norman Arch, a treasured historic landmark in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, has been defaced with graffiti and suffered damage after vandals climbed its scaffolding. On November 10, 2025, green paint marked with the words …

By Lori Iliff · · 2 min read