The Rise and Fall of Blobbyland: The 90s Theme Park Dedicated to Mr Blobby Thursday, July 3, 2025 blobbyland mrblobby noeledmonds crinkleybottom 90s nostalgia themepark somerset blobby urbanexploration Noel Edmonds, famed for hosting Deal or No Deal, recently returned to television with a three-part series featuring his New Zealand vineyard and a quirky “positivity” radio station for his plants and animals. Yet, to many, … Read More
Met Office Issues Extended Thunderstorm Warning for West Country Wednesday, June 11, 2025 metoffice thunderstorms westcountry weatherwarning rainfall flooding winds bristol somerset wales Residents across the West Country are preparing for a significant weather event tomorrow, Thursday, June 12, as the Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms lasting 13 hours. The warning covers key … Read More
Farming Drama ‘The Levelling’ — One of the Best Films of the Year — Arrives on BBC iPlayer Saturday, June 7, 2025 thelevelling bbciplayer farming drama elliekendrick somerset grief independentfilm critics filmdebut The Levelling, a poignant drama set on a Somerset dairy farm, is coming soon to BBC iPlayer, available to stream for free starting Tuesday, June 10. This gripping 2017 film has earned widespread critical acclaim, boasting an … Read More
'Road Sign Swapper' Strikes Again Across the West Country Sunday, June 1, 2025 prank roadsigns somerset dorset wiltshire vandalism localgovernment communities police signage A clever yet costly prankster, dubbed the ‘road sign swapper,’ has once again left residents and authorities scratching their heads across the South West of England. This time, various town welcome signs have been … Read More
West Country Seaside Town Boasts Its Own Leaning Tower of Pisa Sunday, May 11, 2025 burnham seaside somerset leaningtower standrews beach pier history lighthouse tourism Nestled along the Somerset coastline, Burnham-on-Sea is a delightful British seaside town rich in history and coastal charm. Among its unique attractions is St Andrew’s Church, whose medieval stone tower famously leans at an … Read More
Florence Welch's Haunted Mansion: £1.9million Ghostly Abode Wednesday, April 23, 2025 florence welch mansion haunted ghost grey lady renovation somerset spiritual estate historical Florence Welch, the lead singer of indie rock band Florence and The Machine, has reportedly purchased a £1.9million property in the West Country. Despite her purchase in 2021, extensive renovations have prevented her from … Read More