The National Trust and Longleat Estate, joint owners of this iconic landscape, have commissioned a thermal drone imaging survey to gather accurate data on the Soay sheep and Cheviot goats that call the the gorge their home. The thermal drone survey involves pre-programmed and repeated flights – plans will be prepared for each census zone … Read more…
‘Look out for your letter’ is the message from Somerset Council as recycling and rubbish collection days change for more than 120,000 households in western parts of the county in February. New collection routes are being introduced for many homes in the former Sedgemoor and Somerset West and Taunton areas, as well as a small … Read more…
An essential bus service linking Wells to Weston-super-Mare will run again in the new year thanks to a partnership between North Somerset Council and Somerset Council. The 126 service between Wells and Weston-super-Mare was discontinued in October 2022 due to low passenger numbers. Operator First West of England will run the service from Tuesday 2 … Read more…
New name and brand underpin ambitious nature and climate targets Today, Wednesday 22 November all designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) in England and Wales are becoming National Landscapes, including the Mendip Hills. The new name reflects their national importance; the vital contribution they make to protect the nation from the threats of climate … Read more…
Recycling and rubbish collection days will be changing for more than 120,000 homes in Somerset in February next year. The changes come as new collection routes are introduced by Somerset Council’s contractor, SUEZ recycling and recovery UK. The new routes will make rounds more efficient, more manageable for crews whilst reducing mileage and carbon emissions. … Read more…