What&#x27;s happening across South West England

Motorfest Somerset

Get ready for Motorfest Somerset 2026! The UK's wildest family motor show and the perfect family day out! You don't want to miss this!

YeovilSkiddle8h ago

SalisburyBBC Wiltshire10h ago

New house for homeless veterans offers 'opportunity'

Great news for our city as Alabaré opens its third veterans' home right here in Salisbury! This fantastic initiative means even more vital support and a safe haven for our brave veterans in the community.

25 Years of Valve Sound System x Drum & Bass Classics| Bristol

Big celebrations inbound, ready to rinse it. Full system. Stacked lineup. Nighttime session x [THE BLAST]. Final ticket drop live now. Don't miss out.

BristolSkiddle13h ago

Thunderfest|Grassroots Music Festival in Totterdown Bristol

A three day grassroots music festival celebrating Bristol's independent music scene

BristolSkiddle13h ago

BridgwaterSomerset Live20h ago

New use denied for former WHSmith in Bridgwater town centre

It's been empty for almost two years now

BristolBristol Post20h ago

Drivers warned of roadworks delays on key Bristol bridge again

'There are likely to be significant delays, especially at peak times'

BristolBristol Post20h ago

Decision looms on expanding village near Bristol despite problem with bus route

It could be 25% larger

CheltenhamGloucestershire Live20h ago

Cheltenham General parking firm blasted as 'vultures' after fining cancer patient

The blue badge holder has vowed to fight the fine

GloucesterGloucestershire Live20h ago

Fury as residential Gloucester street becomes 'dumping ground'

Members of the public have been urged not to "compromise evidence" as culprits are sought

PlymouthPlymouth Herald20h ago

Royal Navy veteran's plea to Plymouth as 30,000 demand action from Downing Street

'if we don’t get this right now, we’re sleepwalking towards a crisis.'

PlymouthPlymouth Herald20h ago

Plymouth leaders green light multi-million deal for Civic Centre

Morgan Sindall awarded £6.5m phase one contract as part of £47m overhaul

GloucesterGloucestershire Live22h ago

Gloucestershire's prettiest Cotswolds village named – not Bibury or Bourton

The historic Cotswolds village has been ranked Gloucestershire's most beautiful destination, beating tourist favourites Bibury and Bourton-on-the-Water

WeymouthDorset Echo23h ago

Two new homes planned for the Weymouth area

Plans have been submitted for two new homes around Weymouth.

Bristol Water announces first hosepipe ban in 50 years

'Introducing a hosepipe ban is never a decision we take lightly'

GlastonburySomerset Live1d ago

Legendary Dolly Parton 'felt like a rock star' on the Glastonbury Festival stage

Remembering when Dolly Parton dazzled the Westcountry in 2014

BarnstapleBBC Devon1d ago

Birthing unit could reopen within weeks after shock closure

Great news for families in and around Barnstaple! It looks like the birthing unit at our local hospital could be welcoming new arrivals again very soon. Health bosses are feeling "cautiously optimistic" that births can resume within weeks.

Man carried out string of sick acts against child for years

A judge called Jordan Richards' offending 'cruel and isolating'

ChardWales Online1d ago

Beloved young dad to be laid to rest in Bristol as bikers urged to join final tribute

Ben's family and friends have asked bikers to join the ride out for the young dad tomorrow

Vile Plymouth man jailed after attacking partner with a knife

John Ashworth was initially charged with attempted murder but later pleaded guilty to a lesser charge

GloucesterGloucestershire Live1d ago

Woman arrested as police extend dispersal order in Gloucester

Officers say they are targeting antisocial behaviour in city centre

GloucesterBBC Gloucestershire1d ago

Gloucestershire sign Hayes, Langridge and Killeen

Great news for cricket fans here in Gloucestershire! Our county team has just announced some exciting new loan signings to boost the bowling attack. Keep an eye out for James Hayes, JT Langridge, and Mitchell Killeen as they join the squad.

YateGazette Series (S. Glos)1d ago

Train passengers face disruption after incident in Yate

Rail passengers face disruption after an incident in Yate.

Weston-Super-MareBBC Somerset1d ago

Seagull impersonators screech for championship crown

Get ready, Weston! Our town is buzzing as it plays host to a rather unique championship this weekend. Prepare yourselves for an army of seagull impersonators descending upon us to battle it out for the top prize!

Prince Harry tipped for BBC show by Richard Osman after 'very good' podcast appearance

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are expected to be back in the UK before the end of August and Richard Osman has a suggestion for the former royal's future TV career

ChardWales Online1d ago

CheltenhamGloucestershire Live1d ago

Woman grabbed by throat and verbally abused in Cheltenham attack

Officers believe the incident may have been filmed

Community in shock after knife horror unfolds in Truro street

Unsettled locals have raised their fears with politicians

TruroCornwall Live1d ago

WeymouthDorset Echo1d ago

Shoplifter banned from parts of Weymouth now jailed

A man banned from parts of Weymouth due to shoplifting, thefts and drug related offences has been jailed

E-scooter rider taken to hospital after South Bristol crash

He was left with a head injury

GloucesterGloucestershire Live1d ago

Disgraceful disrespect at Gloucester cemetery as dogs left to mess on graves

It's not the only 'distressing' issue

Divers discover sunken German submarine off Salcombe coast

It sank over 80 years ago

SalcombeDevon Live1d ago

TetburyStroud News & Journal1d ago

Driver who swerved onto wrong side of road and killed grandad named and pictured

A DRIVER from Tetbury who swerved onto the wrong side of the road while distracted and caused a crash which killed a 58-year-old man has been banned from driving.

ExmouthExmouth Journal1d ago

Police bring live facial recognition to Exmouth in first Devon deployment

Faces in the crowd could be checked against a police watchlist in real time when a mobile facial recognition van is deployed as part of efforts to find wanted people and protect vulnerable members of

BarnstapleDevon Live1d ago

Urgent change to Barnstaple traffic after mounting backlash

Wales & West Utilities "sincerely apologise for the impact on the local community".

GloucesterStroud News & Journal1d ago

‘Intense’ 19-hour thunderstorm warning issued for Gloucestershire

Met Office issues yellow weather warning for thunderstorms in Swindon & Wiltshire on August 26 and 27. Expect heavy rain, lightning, hail, and travel disruption.

South Bristol A-road crash update as biker taken to hospital

He has been left with 'potentially life-changing injuries'

'Significant subsidence' forces closure of Plymouth play park

'the safety of children using the park must come first'

ExeterExmouth Journal1d ago

Ukraine's flag flies over Exeter as community marks 35 years of freedom

Ukraine’s flag was raised as a community marked 35 years of independence by remembering those killed defending the country and honouring people helping Ukrainians build new lives in Devon.

MHITR Halloween: Bristol w/ Hedex & Eksman + Raze Soundsystem

Our very first haunted house edition lands in Bristol .. Expect terrifyingly loud soundsystems & nine hours of frightful drum & bass!

BristolSkiddle1d ago

Andy C: AliVe | Document Bristol

Andy C returns to Bristol with AliVe on Saturday 3rd October

BristolSkiddle1d ago

WeymouthDorset Echo1d ago

Three car crash causing delays

There has been reports of a crash on Weymouth Way near to Manor Roundabout

PlymptonPlymouth Herald1d ago

Plympton dog grooming salon closes suddenly

The landlords have changed the locks and retaken possession

New firm could soon run Bristol and Bath's e-scooter hire scheme

The service is currently run by Dott, the third firm to operate the e-scooters

BathBristol Post1d ago

PlymptonPlymouth Herald1d ago

£71m game-changer deal for massive Plympton mine as restart plans confirmed

Hemerdon will be in full production by early next year

BarnstapleDevon Live1d ago

Gas works cause mass disruption and 'blocked 999 calls' in Barnstaple

An emergency meeting has been called

When King Kev came to Plymouth - and proved a real hero

'RIP King Kev, it was an honour'

CrewkerneSomerset Live1d ago

Two arrested after baby's sudden death in Crewkerne

The death is being treated as unexplained

DorchesterBBC Dorset1d ago

Duck patrol plea after 'mindless' catapult attacks

Oh dear, our feathered friends in Dorchester are in a spot of bother! It's heartbreaking to hear about these cruel catapult attacks on our beloved wild birds, and a call has gone out for local heroes to join a 'duck patrol' to help keep them safe.

GloucesterGloucestershire Live1d ago

Thunderstorm warning for Gloucestershire as Met Office gives exact times

"Intense rain, large hail and frequent lightning" are possible

FalmouthCornwall Live1d ago

Man airlifted to hospital after Falmouth e-scooter crash

The road was closed for around six hours

ExmouthExmouth Journal1d ago

MP warns Exmouth Post Office row is being turned into political campaign

An MP has accused political rivals of turning concerns over vital Post Office and banking services into a party-political campaign as he presses for a formal review of access to cash and temporary pro

ExmouthExmouth Journal1d ago

Food festival returns to East Devon with nine-day celebration of flavour

The Taste East Devon Festival will take place from September 12 to 20, 2026, and will be held at venues across the region, from Exmouth to Axminster.

18 incredible historic photos of Royal Navy ships in Plymouth waters

The sight of huge Royal Navy ships, just off the coast of Plymouth, is a familiar sight to anyone who has grown up with Devonport on their doorstep

GloucesterBBC Gloucestershire1d ago

Dog fouling and abuse at cemetery 'deeply upsetting'

Oh dear, it's been reported that our beloved Gloucester Old Cemetery has seen a rise in dog fouling and even some abuse. This is truly upsetting for families visiting their loved ones' graves, and it's something we really need to address as a community.

Plymouth to lead new Royal Navy era as Defence Secretary visits Devonport

Defence Secretary Wes Streeting has hailed a really exciting time for Plymouth during a special visit to the city

Deep anger as fire crews deal with more raging wildfires that have come close to homes and shut roads - live updates

Exhausted fire crews spent Monday night dealing with more wildfires on Maerdy Mountain, Porth and Swansea

AustWales Online1d ago

Armed police called as Truro disorder with 'bladed articles' leaves man seriously injured

There was a large presence of emergency services

TruroCornwall Live1d ago

One popular High Street coffee has as much caffeine as 4 cans of Red Bull

Experts have compared the caffeine content of drinks served at Costa, Starbucks, Caffe Nero, Greggs and Pret

StreetWales Online1d ago

Drought leaves 'barely any apples' to make cider

Crikey, it's looking a bit grim for our apple harvest here in Chard this year! The drought has really hit our local orchards hard, meaning there's barely enough fruit to go around for cider. It's a worrying time for our farmers, and we'll be keeping a close eye on how this impacts our beloved local cider scene.

ChardBBC Somerset1d ago

BridgwaterSomerset Live1d ago

Land near Bridgwater and Taunton Canal could become new recycling plant

A three-metre fence would be built to screen it from view