England’s largest heritage festival returns with a host of exciting events taking place in North Somerset and beyond! Every year, Heritage Open Days inspire people all over the country to get involved with local culture and history, and 2021 is no different. From Friday 10 – Sunday 19 September, members of the public can explore [...]
The National Grid are removing nine kilometres of Western Power Distribution overhead lines and pylons near homes in Nailsea as part of the Hinkley Connection Project. Work removing the pylons started in August and is expected to continue until October. The first to be removed were near Nailsea and Backwell Rugby Club, but throughout September [...]
Avon Wildlife Trust are inspiring people across North Somerset to take action for wildlife with their 30ks Wilder Fundraising Campaign. On a mission to restore at least 30% of land and sea for nature by 2030, Avon Wildlife Trust have started a new campaign encouraging people across North Somerset, Bristol, Bath and beyond to get [...]
Students in Nailsea can enjoy greater freedom and reduced disruption to their education in September, as Covid rules in schools relax across the UK. The recent relaxation of Covid-19 regulations has spread to schools. According to the latest government guidance, students will not have to separate into bubbles or wear masks but should still keep [...]
People aged 16 and 17 in England can now get the Covid-19 vaccine. As the vaccine roll out in England continues, the next age group can get a jab. Previously, only those aged 18 and above or who were at higher risk were eligible to receive their first and second jabs. The vaccine roll out [...]
Keep your children reading over the school holidays with the Summer Reading Challenge 2021! This summer, the reading challenge has returned to Nailsea Library with the theme ‘Wild World Heroes’, illustrated by award winning children’s author Heath McKenzie. In partnership with WWF and the Arts Council, the Reading Agency want to inspire children across the [...]
North Somerset Council are now accepting feedback on their draft Recycling and Waste Strategy until 18th August 2021. This gives you the chance to help steer the county towards greater sustainability. North Somerset residents are invited to submit their feedback on the latest Recycling and Waste Strategy. This strategy is all about shaping the way [...]
Fully vaccinated UK travellers will not need to quarantine when they return from amber list countries from 19th July, thanks to the NHS Covid Pass. [Information correct at time of publishing. For the latest updates on local Covid-19 measures and announcements, view our coronavirus news articles.] This year we all need a holiday. The UK Government [...]
Eligible school children in Nailsea can receive a free bag of food during the summer school holidays thanks to Nailsea Community Group. One bag of food per child can be picked up from No.26 Somerset Square in a scheme run by the volunteers at Nailsea Community Group. Children must be eligible for Free School Meals to [...]
The start of July marks the beginning of ‘Plastic Free July’, a month-long challenge to reduce the amount of plastic waste created and encourage environmentally friendly practices. North Somerset Recycling and Waste are encouraging local residents to take part in the Plastic Free July challenge and cut down on plastic products. In this guide to [...]
