Shepton Mallet news

The Shepton Mallet Brick Festival is set to take place on Sunday, September 20, at the Bath and West Showground

Details revealed for Shepton Mallet Brick Festival

Truckfest South West will roll into the Royal Bath & West Showground in Shepton Mallet during the August Bank Holiday weekend

Truckfest South West will roll into the Royal Bath & West Showground in Shepton Mallet during the August Bank Holiday weekend

Trucking festival returning to Shepton Mallet during August Bank Holiday

Tom Holland was filming in several locations, including Glasgow, last year.

Tom Holland was filming in several locations, including Glasgow, last year.

The Somerset man playing a 'big part' in Spider-Man: Brand New Day

The Thatched Cottage Inn, Shepton Mallet, closed at the weekend.

The Thatched Cottage Inn, Shepton Mallet, closed at the weekend.

Historic Somerset pub set to reopen following sudden closure

The entrance to the proposed site in Wanstrow, where a lack of clear legal ownership has created concern over access arrangements.

The entrance to the proposed site in Wanstrow, where a lack of clear legal ownership has created concern over access arrangements.

Appeal after bid to build new housing development in Somerset village fails

McDonald's has submitted plans to build a new restaurant in Shepton Mallet

McDonald's has submitted plans to build a new restaurant in Shepton Mallet

McDonald's unveils plans to build new restaurant in another Somerset town

A distinctive 1973 green Austin Mini pick-up was stolen in Shepton Mallet, Somerset.

A distinctive 1973 green Austin Mini pick-up was stolen in Shepton Mallet, Somerset.

Avon and Somerset Police

Police appeal after classic Mini car stolen from trading estate

The Trust say they want to ensure the site’s wildlife, history and nature-friendly farming practices can continue.

The Trust say they want to ensure the site’s wildlife, history and nature-friendly farming practices can continue.

Race to save one of Somerset's rarest habitats in multi-million pound appeal

A new veterinary surgery is opening in Shepton Mallet.

A new veterinary surgery is opening in Shepton Mallet.

Big update as huge new veterinary surgery takes shape in Somerset

The Prestleigh Inn near Shepton Mallet has been prosecuted for fire safety failures

The Prestleigh Inn near Shepton Mallet has been prosecuted for fire safety failures

Bed and Breakfast

Somerset bed and breakfast ordered to pay £33,700 by court - here's why

The 'Kids Go Free & Eat Free' promotion at Shepton Mallet Prison is valid until Tuesday, September 1

The 'Kids Go Free & Eat Free' promotion at Shepton Mallet Prison is valid until Tuesday, September 1

Cultural attractions

Top Somerset tourist attraction offering free entry for kids this summer

A screening of England's next World Cup fixture is among the events taking place in South and East Somerset over the next week

A screening of England's next World Cup fixture is among the events taking place in South and East Somerset over the next week

England football

What's on in South and East Somerset: July 10-16, 2026

Strawberry Line Society chairman Mick Fletcher near the new Cheddar Yeo bridge

Strawberry Line Society chairman Mick Fletcher near the new Cheddar Yeo bridge

Somerset cycle route could be crowned Britain's favourite path

An evening with Sir Tony Robinson is among the events taking place in South and East Somerset over the next week

An evening with Sir Tony Robinson is among the events taking place in South and East Somerset over the next week

What's on in South and East Somerset: July 3-9, 2026

Somerset athlete earns Team England spot for Glasgow 2026

A rare grasshopper (pictured) was found in a Somerset garden.

A rare grasshopper (pictured) was found in a Somerset garden.

'Extremely rare' pink grasshopper found in Somerset garden

The Amulet theatre in Shepton Mallet

The Amulet theatre in Shepton Mallet

Somerset Council

Six-year battle to turn Somerset theatre into homes ends in defeat for developer

Indicative design of the yurts within the planned campsite on Piers Road in Cranmore

Indicative design of the yurts within the planned campsite on Piers Road in Cranmore

New glamping site planned near Somerset heritage railway

BBC film crews filmed at a Somerset park for an upcoming show.

BBC film crews filmed at a Somerset park for an upcoming show.

Somerset town set to feature in BBC TV show

The former Greencore factory on the B3081 Prestleigh Road in Evercreech

The former Greencore factory on the B3081 Prestleigh Road in Evercreech

Somerset Council

Fresh bid to build 110 homes on Somerset factory site which closed in 2018

Croscombe CofE Primary School has addressed closure rumours

Croscombe CofE Primary School has addressed closure rumours

Primary Schools

Historic Somerset village school speaks out over closure rumours

Simon Orchard crashed into stationary traffic on the A37 at Shepton Mallet

Simon Orchard crashed into stationary traffic on the A37 at Shepton Mallet

Drink-driver was three and a half times limit when he crashed into queue of traffic

Dobbies has teamed up with DreamWorks to bring an extra special Gabby’s Dollhouse Summer Holiday Club workshop, where children will create their own secret fairy garden door to take home

Dobbies has teamed up with DreamWorks to bring an extra special Gabby’s Dollhouse Summer Holiday Club workshop, where children will create their own secret fairy garden door to take home

Children and young people

Free children's workshops to launch at Somerset garden centre in July

The Huntspill River, seen from Sloway Lane in West Huntspill

The Huntspill River, seen from Sloway Lane in West Huntspill

Environment Agency

Major Somerset flood relief channel near 'gigafactory' site could be improved

Taunton Crown Court

Somerset man who filmed victim through window sentenced for stalking

A performance by Maxïmo Park is among the events taking place in South and East Somerset over the next week

A performance by Maxïmo Park is among the events taking place in South and East Somerset over the next week

What's on in South and East Somerset: June 12-18, 2026

Mendip Hills National Landscape manager Jim Hardcastle with Strawberry Line Society chairman Mick Fletcher

Mendip Hills National Landscape manager Jim Hardcastle with Strawberry Line Society chairman Mick Fletcher

£30,000 secured for upgrades on popular rural Somerset cycle route

Nick Hall and Susannah Clemence from Glastonbury TrainLink

Nick Hall and Susannah Clemence from Glastonbury TrainLink

Council blocks changes to new bus route to busy Somerset railway station

Avon and Somerset Police

Police issue appeal after car stolen from house near Shepton Mallet

Shepton Mallet vet Dr Anna Hewison has been named a finalist for the British Veterinary Association Young Vet of the Year award

Shepton Mallet vet Dr Anna Hewison has been named a finalist for the British Veterinary Association Young Vet of the Year award

Young Shepton Mallet farm vet nominated for national award

An open day at Pennard House is among the events taking place in South and East Somerset over the next week

An open day at Pennard House is among the events taking place in South and East Somerset over the next week

Craig Revel Horwood

What's on in South and East Somerset: June 5-11, 2026

Councillors Nicola Clark and Federica Smith-Roberts at the Shepton Mallet lido in 2025

Councillors Nicola Clark and Federica Smith-Roberts at the Shepton Mallet lido in 2025

Leisure centres

Five Somerset leisure sites saved from closure in £215k rescue deal

Ditcheat Primary School was inspected by Ofsted over two days under a new framework and met the expected standard in all areas

Ditcheat Primary School was inspected by Ofsted over two days under a new framework and met the expected standard in all areas

School near Shepton Mallet outperform national averages

Martin Clunes (right) was at the Royal Bath and West Show among other famous names.

Martin Clunes (right) was at the Royal Bath and West Show among other famous names.

Michael Eavis, Martin Clunes and more spotted at Somerset farming show

The Royal Bath and West Show is among the events taking place in South and East Somerset over the next week

The Royal Bath and West Show is among the events taking place in South and East Somerset over the next week

Cultural attractions

What's on in South and East Somerset: May 29-June 4, 2026

Planned site of 40 homes on the B3081 Prestleigh Road in Evercreech

Planned site of 40 homes on the B3081 Prestleigh Road in Evercreech

Somerset Council

Fresh fight to prevent 40 homes near working Somerset pig farm

Councillor Dawn Denton (Conservative, Frome North) at the full council on May 20

Councillor Dawn Denton (Conservative, Frome North) at the full council on May 20

Two Somerset bus routes denied share of £13.1m for Saturday services

Susie Dent is set to bring her Word Perfect show to Frome this weekend

Susie Dent is set to bring her Word Perfect show to Frome this weekend

What's on in South and East Somerset: May 15-21, 2026

Shepton Mallet Prison.

Shepton Mallet Prison.

I spent the night in the world's oldest and most haunted prison in Somerset

The outside of the restaurant.

The outside of the restaurant.

I tried one of Somerset's only Filipino restaurants, here's what I thought

CCTV footage has been issued by the police after a bin fire led to 'significant' damage at a nearby café.

CCTV footage has been issued by the police after a bin fire led to 'significant' damage at a nearby café.

CCTV appeal launched after café was damaged by blaze

A truck driver from Somerset has won £1million just a week after retiring.

A truck driver from Somerset has won £1million just a week after retiring.

Somerset truck driver wins £1million just one week after retirement

Stuart Winslow and Dan Webb addressing the communities scrutiny committee

Stuart Winslow and Dan Webb addressing the communities scrutiny committee

No "new and exciting" improvements planned under Somerset leisure centre deal

Martin Clunes (pictured right) judged at a dog show, held in a Somerset pub, last year.

Martin Clunes (pictured right) judged at a dog show, held in a Somerset pub, last year.

Martin Clunes to take centre stage at popular Somerset event

Lidl team reveals Somerset locations where new stores could open

The Great British Land Rover show is among the events taking place in South and East Somerset over the next week

The Great British Land Rover show is among the events taking place in South and East Somerset over the next week

What's on in South and East Somerset: April 24-30, 2026

Entrance to Shepton Mallet Lido on Shaftgate Avenue in Shepton Mallet

Entrance to Shepton Mallet Lido on Shaftgate Avenue in Shepton Mallet

Somerset leisure centre operator issues statement after entering administration

Surface dressing will be taking place across Somerset this summer

Surface dressing will be taking place across Somerset this summer

Every Somerset road which will be surface dressed this summer

Councillor Tony Robbins (Liberal Democrat, Mendip Hills)

Councillor Tony Robbins (Liberal Democrat, Mendip Hills)

Conservative Party

Six candidates standing to replace "dedicated councillor" and former Wells mayor

A new veterinary surgery is opening in Somerset.

A new veterinary surgery is opening in Somerset.

New veterinary surgery confirmed to open in Somerset

The Spians are set to return to Ditcheat Village Hall

The Spians are set to return to Ditcheat Village Hall

Theatre group to return to former home for charity performances

An evening with Adam Frost is among this week's events in South and East Somerset

An evening with Adam Frost is among this week's events in South and East Somerset

What's on in South and East Somerset: April 10-16, 2026

A quarry in Somerset has been put up for sale.

A quarry in Somerset has been put up for sale.

Somerset quarry used for more than 2,000 years up for sale

Various Easter services at Wells Cathedral are among the events taking place in South and East Somerset over the next week

Various Easter services at Wells Cathedral are among the events taking place in South and East Somerset over the next week

What's on in South and East Somerset: April 3-9, 2026