Oct 7, 2024 · This was a project that would be able to apply for a government grant to improve health and wellbeing within the local area. The team have since used the grant money to fund the refurbishments made and the set-up costs.

Nov 28, 2024 · The Windwhistle Inn, ranked in the top 20 restaurants near Chard and an average rating of 3.5 stars on Tripadvisor and 4 stars on Google, has fully shut down this month, posting “permanently closed” on its website and Facebook.

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Dec 19, 2023 · Chard Junction railway station served the villages south of Chard for more than 100 years before it was closed in March 1966. Councillor Connor Payne (whose Chard South division includes the station site) has been spearheading a campaign for a new ‘Chard Parkway’ station on the site, which would provide hourly services to Exeter and London.

Mar 27, 2023 · The Brecknell Willis site’s production facility will close after the Wabtec group took the “difficult decision” and decided “to optimize and simplify production in today’s cyclical environment”.

Dec 9, 2024 · The planning application made by Ryan Peasland Somerset Inn Micropub Ltd is to transform the Grade II listed building on Chard 40 Fore Street (previously known as Studio 40), set in the main thoroughfare of Chard, into a micro-pub

Dec 9, 2024 · As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages will remain online as a lasting tribute to the memory of those we have lost. Anyone who wishes to send their own message of condolence can do so by visiting the deceased's death notice page.

Dec 21, 2024 · There are also road closures in place from today onwards in certain areas. The works are to be phased and expected to commence on January 7 until May 29 2025 between midnight and 11.59pm to enable Wessex Water to carry out works on the water main and the construction of a new sewer.

Dec 7, 2024 · A spokesperson said: “Work is under way to fix the issue but at this time we are unable to say when it will reopen. “Amber weather warnings are in place until 9pm tonight and essential travel only is advised.”. Several road closures are in place across the county after today's storm.. A weather warning will also be in place tomorrow (Sunday, December 8).

Oct 4, 2024 · Despite changing location, it will retain its "friendly vibe", "incredible" music and "mind-bending" art installations. Shindig Festival is returning in May 2025 (Image: Melissa Kidd) Embracing greener practices, a fresh outlook on programming and climate-conscious conversations, the event will be a mix of new talent with timeless favourites sprinkled in.