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Independent bookshops: the heart of our high streets
How independent bookshops are helping to revive town centres across Somerset, Devon, Dorset and Cornwall — and why they’re worth backing.

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5 hours ago3 min read
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Somerset’s best festive markets to visit this Christmas
As the nights draw in and the scent of mulled cider fills the air, there’s no better way to kick off the festive season than with a Christmas market — and in Somerset, we’re truly spoilt for choice.
From traditional manor house fairs to buzzing town-centre celebrations, this year's festive markets are packed with handmade gifts, delicious seasonal treats, and a chance to support the incredible makers, bakers, growers and creatives who call the West Country home.

westcountryjournal
Oct 193 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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What is Point-to-Point, and should you go?
With the Summer fast approaching, we have entered the best time of year for Point-to-Point events. But what are they, and are they worth att

westcountryjournal
Apr 1, 20222 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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Gift Guide: Mother's Day
With Mother's Day approaching quickly (Sunday 14 March), we thought we'd put together a guide of a selection of our favourite gift ideas.

westcountryjournal
Feb 26, 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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