The Visitor. Covering Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire
The Visitor. Magazine covering Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire. Since 1983.
South Somerset District Council’s plans to make improvements to Lyde Park have taken a giant jump closer to reality thanks to a £5,000 Health and Wellbeing grant from Somerset County Councillor Tony Lock. South Somerset District Council (SSDC) is planning to develop an exciting new location for children, young people and adults to cycle and use bikes. The identified site, Lyde Park, is situated next to Wyndham Park in the east of Yeovil. Full story: Read more
With the festive period nearly upon us, South Somerset District Council is urging its residents to stay safe this Christmas and book taxis in advance of their evening out. When the party is over and you need to get home, remember these guidelines about council licensed taxis: NEVER get in to a taxi that does not display an appropriate plate at the rear. It is not insured and may not be licensed. Ensure that the driver is displaying a council approved driver’s badge. For your own safety, always take a council licensed vehicle – the driver and vehicle have both been vetted. Full details: Read more
South Somerset District Council welcomed today’s announcement as part of the government’s Autumn Statement that the A303/A358 would be dualled throughout its length and an early start would be made on sections within the South Somerset area. Tim Carroll, Deputy Leader and Portfolio Holder for Finance and Spatial Planning, commented: “This is really great news for the host of organisations and individuals that has tirelessly campaigned over the last three decades for the A303 dualling to be completed. Full story: Read more