Business

Chelston Motorhomes in Wellington has grown from a local garage into one of the South West’s leading motorhome dealerships

Wellington business celebrates more than 50 years of success

HMRC is expected to update its Advisory Fuel Rates from September. Here's what the changes could mean for company car drivers, business mileage claims and tax.

HMRC is expected to update its Advisory Fuel Rates from September. Here's what the changes could mean for company car drivers, business mileage claims and tax.

HMRC to change mileage rates from September in update affecting millions of drivers

Reeves Restaurant in Dunster remains closed after a 'major' fire caused damage across the premises in September last year.

Reeves Restaurant in Dunster remains closed after a 'major' fire caused damage across the premises in September last year.

Restaurant in medieval Somerset village to reopen after devastating fire

Mike Slocombe, 82, joined Watkin Toys in 1960.

Mike Slocombe, 82, joined Watkin Toys in 1960.

Taunton's oldest toy shop owner recognised after 65 years of service

The Harry's Cideroom team are enjoying the new taproom.

The Harry's Cideroom team are enjoying the new taproom.

Prestigious accolade awarded to cider maker in Somerset

Concerns have been raised over the amount of empty units at a shopping centre in Somerset.

Concerns have been raised over the amount of empty units at a shopping centre in Somerset.

Shopping centre hits back at 'empty units' criticism from public

Glastonbury-based Forsey and Son recently completed a three-day Cycle and Stroll Challenge

Glastonbury-based Forsey and Son recently completed a three-day Cycle and Stroll Challenge

Children's Hospice South West

Glastonbury business raises thousands for hospice care charities

KNL Scaffolding Ltd is seeking permission to operate two goods vehicles from Ashe Farm in Thornfalcon

KNL Scaffolding Ltd is seeking permission to operate two goods vehicles from Ashe Farm in Thornfalcon

Construction firm applies to operate two HGVs from depot near Taunton

A new Sports Direct store is opening in Minehead.

A new Sports Direct store is opening in Minehead.

UK's largest sports retailer to open in Somerset as new signs go up

Numatic International, which manufacturers the Henry vacuum cleaner, is consulting with staff over potential redundancies

Numatic International, which manufacturers the Henry vacuum cleaner, is consulting with staff over potential redundancies

Somerset manufacturer behind Henry vacuum cleaner announces possible job cuts

Topline celebratory team photo.

Topline celebratory team photo.

Firm near Ilminster celebrates national recognition as it nears major milestone

The former O'Bridge Brewers Fayre pub and restaurant will be a McDonald's restaurant.

The former O'Bridge Brewers Fayre pub and restaurant will be a McDonald's restaurant.

New McDonald's in Taunton now being built following approval

Claire Naylor, owner of The Den.

Claire Naylor, owner of The Den.

Taunton coffee shop launches crowdfunder to survive 'summer challenges'

From L-R - David Manning, LiveWest Head of Asset Projects and Latent Defects, Amos Thomas, Solutions Director at Harmony Fire, Glynnis Poole, Director of Investment & Sustainability at LiveWest, Hans Mitchell, BD Director and Giles Holley

From L-R - David Manning, LiveWest Head of Asset Projects and Latent Defects, Amos Thomas, Solutions Director at Harmony Fire, Glynnis Poole, Director of Investment & Sustainability at LiveWest, Hans Mitchell, BD Director and Giles Holley

Somerset firm wins major £20m deal to deliver fire safety work

Food at Beefeater.

Food at Beefeater.

'Important message' issued as 106 chain restaurants set to close

Cornish Bakery is expanding with a new site opening in Wells, Somerset.

Cornish Bakery is expanding with a new site opening in Wells, Somerset.

Former Somerset bank reopens as new bakery - here's where

Royal Mail has issued a postal delay warning for parts of West Somerset.

Royal Mail has issued a postal delay warning for parts of West Somerset.

Royal Mail issues postal delays warning for Somerset residents

Over 130 shops will shut (stock photo of closing down signs).

Over 130 shops will shut (stock photo of closing down signs).

Major high street chain with numerous Somerset stores announces 130 shops to close

Major UK supermarket announces change to deliveries across UK stores

Peggy's Diner in Street has closed its doors just months after changing hands

Peggy's Diner in Street has closed its doors just months after changing hands

A 'real shock' as much-loved Somerset cafe closes just months after being sold

A closure date has been set for a Taunton bar and restaurant, which is being put up for sale.

A closure date has been set for a Taunton bar and restaurant, which is being put up for sale.

Closure date confirmed for Taunton Beefeater amid job losses

The site of the former 'Forkin Porkin' is on the market and has been cleared.

The site of the former 'Forkin Porkin' is on the market and has been cleared.

Former Forkin Porkin and Television and Movie Store units put on market in Taunton

PICTURED; Abi Summer and Dionne John at the grand opening of Contour Aesthetics by Abi in Taunton.

PICTURED; Abi Summer and Dionne John at the grand opening of Contour Aesthetics by Abi in Taunton.

New independent business takes over much-loved former Taunton shop premises

Julian Temperley, owner of Burrow Hill Cider, with the Burrow Hill Cider Bus.

Julian Temperley, owner of Burrow Hill Cider, with the Burrow Hill Cider Bus.

Somerset cider maker known for Glastonbury's 'Cider Bus' wins prestigious award

Animals at Cosy Cuddle Farm (not pictured), located in the Somerset countryside near Wellington, offers visitors a peaceful escape

Animals at Cosy Cuddle Farm (not pictured), located in the Somerset countryside near Wellington, offers visitors a peaceful escape

New animal experience in Somerset offers visitors chance to unwind

The Somerset Careers Awards 2026 took place on Thursday, July 2, at North Cadbury Court

The Somerset Careers Awards 2026 took place on Thursday, July 2, at North Cadbury Court

Somerset Careers Awards recognise outstanding county achievements

Radleys in Clarks Village is set to close its doors.

Radleys in Clarks Village is set to close its doors.

Popular designer store set to close at Clarks Village

Network Rail wants to add an operator centre at Taunton Station Depot to house three goods vehicles and no trailers

Network Rail wants to add an operator centre at Taunton Station Depot to house three goods vehicles and no trailers

Network Rail applies for goods vehicle licence at Taunton station

Column: Business rates cut is a good start but must go further

Southwest Motor Homes near Ilminster is to close after 14 years of trading

Southwest Motor Homes near Ilminster is to close after 14 years of trading

Much-loved family-run Somerset business suddenly closes after 14 years

The Bird in Hand has been taken over by a brewery.

The Bird in Hand has been taken over by a brewery.

Village pub near Taunton enters new chapter under new ownership

The sale includes 201 standalone Argos stores and the 466 Argos outlets located within Sainsbury’s supermarkets.

The sale includes 201 standalone Argos stores and the 466 Argos outlets located within Sainsbury’s supermarkets.

Sainsbury's agrees £120m deal to sell Argos to retail specialists

Butlin's Minehead has installed more than 40 Boxbar machines across its entertainment venues in time for the summer season

Butlin's Minehead has installed more than 40 Boxbar machines across its entertainment venues in time for the summer season

Butlin's Minehead unveils new innovative self-serve bars

Elaine Moodie with one of her favourite cuddly bears

Elaine Moodie with one of her favourite cuddly bears

Interview: Meet the Somerset woman with 18,000 soft toys

Izzi Stockton has been running her bridal shop in Taunton for 12 years

Izzi Stockton has been running her bridal shop in Taunton for 12 years

Taunton bridal business opens new Independent Quarter shop

Plans for a night-time market in Taunton have been proposed.

Plans for a night-time market in Taunton have been proposed.

Night markets could soon be coming to Taunton with street food and live music

An entrance to Bath Place has been reopened following works.

An entrance to Bath Place has been reopened following works.

New look for 'iconic' high street entrance in Taunton

Virgin Atlantic has added an exciting new feature to its in-flight experience

Virgin Atlantic has added an exciting new feature to its in-flight experience

UK travel company collapses into liquidation after 22 years

Heavy Haul Rail is recruiting 10 trainee drivers for its Mendip depot

Heavy Haul Rail is recruiting 10 trainee drivers for its Mendip depot

Rail haulage company opening applications to new Somerset trainee drivers

Persimmon Homes Severn Valley, the developer behind the new Tor View scheme in Castle Cary, has donated £2,000 to the village’s rugby club, making a significant contribution to its fundraising efforts for a new gym.

Persimmon Homes Severn Valley, the developer behind the new Tor View scheme in Castle Cary, has donated £2,000 to the village’s rugby club, making a significant contribution to its fundraising efforts for a new gym.

Persimmon Homes

Somerset rugby club gym upgrade on the horizon thanks to housebuilder donation

Simon and Gemma celebrated the gym opening last weekend, July 25.

Simon and Gemma celebrated the gym opening last weekend, July 25.

New 24-hour gym opens on Somerset trading estate

Taunton power cut shuts businesses and knocks out traffic lights - LIVE

Taunton power cut shuts businesses and knocks out traffic lights - LIVE

Recap - Taunton power cut shuts businesses and knocks out traffic lights

A local foodie entrepreneur is taking over the reins.

A local foodie entrepreneur is taking over the reins.

Somerset village café to reopen under local food entrepreneur

A look at some of the many stalls at the fair.

A look at some of the many stalls at the fair.

Popular Taunton vintage fair returns with 70 stalls and unique collectables

The McDonald's at Weston Lock Retail Park at Bath has reopened following a refurbishment

The McDonald's at Weston Lock Retail Park at Bath has reopened following a refurbishment

Somerset McDonald's restaurant reopens following major refurbishment

A long-standing toy shop in Somerset is closing down after nearly 30 years.

A long-standing toy shop in Somerset is closing down after nearly 30 years.

'Beloved' toy shop in Somerset to close down after nearly 30 years

Joe Reeves, a site manager at Somer Meadows.

Joe Reeves, a site manager at Somer Meadows.

Site manager celebrates after being given top award

Works have begun at a shopping centre car park in Taunton.

Works have begun at a shopping centre car park in Taunton.

Major works begin at Taunton Sainsbury's as key facility closes

Tesco is bringing back free apples for children in more than 800 stores this summer, alongside free kids' café meals and extra help for struggling families.

Tesco is bringing back free apples for children in more than 800 stores this summer, alongside free kids' café meals and extra help for struggling families.

Summer holidays

Tesco brings back free fruit for kids this summer in popular move with families

A grocery shop in Bridgwater is one of the participating stores.

A grocery shop in Bridgwater is one of the participating stores.

Why shoppers across Somerset could suddenly get their groceries free

Rumwell Farm Shop has scooped yet another award

Rumwell Farm Shop has scooped yet another award

Somerset farm shop near Taunton scoops yet another top award

The manufacturer makes precise optics, including equipment used in aerospace and defence.

The manufacturer makes precise optics, including equipment used in aerospace and defence.

Major Somerset employer sold to US firm for over £345m

Ferne Animal Sanctuary in Somerset remains shut following an incident.

Ferne Animal Sanctuary in Somerset remains shut following an incident.

Somerset animal sanctuary 'heartbroken' after thieves target site

The Butcher's Stone is opening on Friday Street.

The Butcher's Stone is opening on Friday Street.

New Somerset shop planned to have 'grand opening' with first day discounts