Ed Pratt, a 19 year old from Curry Rivel in Somerset, sets off this Saturday for an epic journey around the world – on a unicycle. This has never been done before and is a planned 18-month trip covering some 18,000 miles. And he’s aiming to raise £7,500 for charity whilst he’s at it. Says Ed: “My goal is to become the first person ever to officially circumnavigate the globe on one wheel.. Full story: Read more
Mendip launches review of planning guidance for house extensions
Mendip District Council has launched a review of its guidelines for homeowners planning to extend their property. The council’s current House Extension Design Guide was created to help advise anyone considering extending their property about the sort of design ideas and features likely to be acceptable as part of a planning application. Full story: Read more
Free Easter fun with your four legged friend at Ston Easton Park
Ston Easton Park don’t believe that Easter is just for kids. They think that adults and their four legged friends deserve to join in the fun too, and are hosting a special event this Easter Sunday for dogs and their owners, in the grounds of the stunning Victorian manor house. The event, entitled “Oscars Easter Eggs-Travaganza” will see hundreds of perky pooches take to the gardens and grounds at Ston Easton in Somerset’s biggest doggy treasure hunt. As well as the walk of a lifetime, lucky Labradors and blessed Beagles will be able to nose out their very own Easter ‘eggs’, in the form of tasty (and healthy) dog treats dotted around the walk. Full story: Read more