Things to do in Somerset, events & lifestyle

The beet wellington is suitable for vegans. PHOTO: Dorset Food and Drink photographer ( Richard Budd)

Try it with a tahini, sriracha and preserved lemon dip. PHOTO: Dorset Food and Drink photographer (Richard Budd)

How about these rarebit rolls for a pre-dinner appetiser? PHOTO: Dorset Food and Drink photographer (Richard Budd)

30 reasons why we love the Somerset coast

Thursday, November 12, 2020 Simone Stanbrook-Byrne

30 reasons to love Somerset's coastal wonders

From playtime and pastimes, to ephemeral and esoteric, We look at 30 reasons why we love being at the seaside in Somerset

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6 places to get your Christmas tree in Somerset

Wednesday, November 11, 2020 Hannah Obern

There are plenty of great places to find your Christmas tree in Somerset, from Weston-super-Mare to Yeovil. PHOTO: Getty/Nathaniel Young

From Yeovil to Weston-super-Mare, here are some great places to get your tree this festive season while you’re out for your daily exercise

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England rugby legend Jeremy Guscott on his life in Somerset

Tuesday, February 18, 2020

English rugby is buzzing as the Six Nations Championship nears once again, so BERNARD BALE speaks to former Bath and England player Jeremy Guscott

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A historic walk in Somerset

Tuesday, November 17, 2020 SIMONE STANBROOK-BYRNE

The ‘Rock of Ages’ in Burrington Combe which, allegedly, inspired the hymn. PHOTO: Simone Stanbrook-Byrne

An underground world lives beneath this walk in the Mendip Hills

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5 of the best gardens to visit in Somerset

Monday, November 16, 2020 Charlotte Skidmore

The beautiful grounds and gardens of Barrington Court are well worth an explore. PHOTO: Getty/Mike Boyland

From Bath to Taunton, here are some of the best gardens to visit in Somerset

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Recipe: Katsu scotch avocado

Wed, 15:39 Charlotte Skidmore

The avocado starter would make a change from more traditional options. PHOTO: Dorset Food and Drink photographer (Richard Budd)

Try Somerset Life Chef of the Year Steve James’ Christmas starter with a difference

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Recipe: Beet Wellington

Wed, 15:03 Steve James

Try this vegan friendly Christmas dish from Somerset Life Chef of the Year Steve James

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Ways to give your home a lockdown makeover

Monday, November 9, 2020 Mel Thorne

Large mural style wall hangings have become very fashionable in the past few years. PHOTO Mel Thorne

Mel Thorne of Country Knole Interiors in Taunton gives us some top tips on how to give your home a freshen up during lockdown

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Ad Feature Wellington School to hold Virtual Open Day

Tuesday, August 4, 2020

The Somerset school will be hosting an open day online to give prospective students a taste of what they can expect at Wellington

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Ad Feature Looking for a really good piano teacher? And one that teaches online? You’ve just found one!

Wednesday, May 6, 2020

Aniela Zylinski is a fully qualified piano teacher, performer, and music teacher and SLE (Specialist Leader in Education) consultant with over 15 years’ experience teaching and leading in a range of schools and learning environments.

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Food & Drink Awards

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Events

A new way to enjoy Bath Christmas Market in 2020

Wednesday, November 4, 2020 Visit Bath

Look out for gorgeous gifts like these paper stars made by Paper Starlights

We pick 18 of the best independent traders taking part in a new-style Bath Christmas Market this year

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19 things to see and do in Somerset

Monday, August 31, 2020

Glastonbury Tor (c) geograph.org.uk/Eugene Birchall

HOLLY LOUISE EELS shares 19 great things to see and do in our county after lockdown

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Restaurants

Ad Feature Food & Drink: The Oakhouse Hotel & Restaurant

Sunday, November 8, 2020

We’re very proud of the great reputation we have for the dining at the Oakhouse.

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Ad Feature The Flying Fish, Somerset

Monday, February 24, 2020 The Menu

Located in the beautiful county of Somerset, 4 miles from the charming town of Ilminster and 9 miles from the County Town of Taunton, The Flying Fish enjoys an enviable, elevated position with stunning rural views across to The Blackdown Hills.

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Gardens

How the movements of the moon can help your garden design

Thursday, June 11, 2020

Jane says the moon affects the flow of sap in plants

You can transform your garden with the help of the moon, says a Somerset astrologer and writer

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Ad Feature Barbecue Lodges – affordable beauty and luxury for your garden

Wednesday, April 15, 2020

Our Hare Lodge tucked into the corner of a garden

If you love your garden and are looking for something rather special to add to it this spring, why not create your own unique year-round entertaining space with one of our beautiful BBQ Lodges?

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