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The heart of the orchard: why Apple Day still matters in the West Country
As the scent of ripe fruit hangs in the autumn air and the last of the leaves turn gold, today the West Country celebrates Apple Day – a moment to raise a glass to the orchards, the cider-makers, and the communities that keep this deeply rooted tradition alive.

westcountryjournal
Oct 213 min read
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A Perfect Day in Frome: Coffee, Shopping, and Dining
Here’s a guide to making the most of your day in Frome, from sipping coffee to shopping and dining.

westcountryjournal
Jul 7, 20243 min read
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Discover Devon's delights: Our top 10 must-visit bakeries
There's something undeniably enchanting about stepping into a bakery, where the air is rich with the scent of freshly baked bread, the...

westcountryjournal
Jan 22, 20244 min read
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The Culinary Delights of the South West: Supporting Local Producers and Businesses
The South West region is known not only for its breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture but also for its delectable cuisine. With an...

westcountryjournal
May 18, 20234 min read
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Egg-cellent recipes that are perfect for Easter
With Easter around the corner, we thought we'd put together some of our favourite Easter recipes on the web.

westcountryjournal
Mar 28, 20233 min read
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10 Somerset bakeries worth visiting
The smell of freshly baked goods floating through the air is enough to make anyone's mouth water, so we thought we'd give you the run down o

westcountryjournal
Mar 24, 20234 min read
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Celebrating the Jubilee with a street party? Try these recipes.
With the Jubilee Weekend fast approaching, communities up and down the country and preparing for their own celebrations. Of course, many...

westcountryjournal
May 23, 20222 min read
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Discover the best of Somerset’s farms & artisan food producers with the Somerset Food Trail
The Somerset Food Trail Festival on July 15-24 is an 'open farm’ and farm-to-fork showcase.

westcountryjournal
May 18, 20223 min read
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Major refurb underway for Taunton’s Pitcher & Piano
A major, £500,000 refurbishment programme is underway on the Pitcher & Piano in Taunton.

westcountryjournal
Feb 17, 20222 min read
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Gifts for Somerset's Teachers
With the end of the school year fast approaching, many parents up and down the country and thinking about those 'end of year' teachers'...

westcountryjournal
Jul 3, 20213 min read
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Picking up essentials in Taunton...
it's so important that we continue to support our local businesses as much as we can during the coronavirus pandemic.

westcountryjournal
Feb 8, 20213 min read
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Top 10 things to do during lockdown in Minehead
Now we only have just over a week left of lockdown, before many of our shops and businesses are allowed to reopen. In the meantime,...

westcountryjournal
Nov 24, 20204 min read
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What to do in Wells during lockdown
Do you live in Wells, and you're stuck at home watching the clock for lockdown to end? Well, good news - not only do you live in a...

westcountryjournal
Nov 14, 20204 min read
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Lockdown in Yeovil: Top 10 Things to do
As we come to the end of the first week of lockdown, it's important to remember to support our local businesses and shops as much as...

westcountryjournal
Nov 11, 20204 min read
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Top 10 Things to do in Taunton during lockdown!
With the next four weeks set to be spent in another national lockdown, we thought it would be handy to put together our guide of the top...

westcountryjournal
Nov 8, 20204 min read
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Our Top Autumn Pumpkin Recipes
We have officially hit Autumn, which of course means cosy jumpers, colour-changing leaves and the iconic pumpkin.

westcountryjournal
Sep 26, 20202 min read
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What to sow in late Summer...
As we edge towards the end of Summer, you might be wondering what crops are best to grow in your gardens.

thesomersetjournal
Jul 26, 20202 min read
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The Taunton Independent Market Goes Online!
The Taunton Independent Market has gone online. You can now shop local produce online with twice weekly deliveries within the Taunton area.

thesomersetjournal
May 7, 20202 min read
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The Easiest Produce for 'Novice' Gardeners'
We have put together a list of the easiest produce to grow, for novice gardeners who are keen to get started on their own home grown food.

thesomersetjournal
Apr 28, 20203 min read
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Cooking with Wild Garlic...
We’ve composed a list of our favourite wild garlic recipes for you to try at home.

thesomersetjournal
Apr 26, 20205 min read
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