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The two Somerset stores will close this Autumn, after the charity announced around 190 store closures across the country last year.

Cancer research UK

Popular Somerset charity shops to close with 190 other stores

Fish and chips are a favourite of many up and down the country - and in Taunton it is no exception

Fish and chips are a favourite of many up and down the country - and in Taunton it is no exception

The 12 best fish and chip shops in Taunton, according to locals

Wells previously secured a podium position for most hygienic food businesses in the region.

Wells previously secured a podium position for most hygienic food businesses in the region.

Food Hygiene Ratings

Somerset city loses South West top spot in food rankings

Piccolo Cafe is one of a number of dog-friendly cafes in Taunton

Piccolo Cafe is one of a number of dog-friendly cafes in Taunton

Eight dog-friendly cafes in and around Taunton you simply have to try

Petruth Paddocks near Cheddar was named among the UK's best family campsites

Petruth Paddocks near Cheddar was named among the UK's best family campsites

Two Somerset campsites named among UK's best for families - here's where

Thornfalcon vineyard.

Thornfalcon vineyard.

New Somerset vineyard, winery and wellness experience launching soon

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

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

Pat Palmer, before retiring, with some of her fellow charity fundraisers

Pat Palmer, before retiring, with some of her fellow charity fundraisers

Retired Somerset dance teacher praised after fundraising event

Taunton Flower Show

Column: Trish Caller on Taunton's culture of horticulture

Taunton Flower Show LIVE: Crowds, exhibits and highlights as it happens

Taunton Flower Show LIVE: Crowds, exhibits and highlights as it happens

Taunton Flower Show

Taunton Flower Show LIVE: Crowds, exhibits and highlights as it happens

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

Morrisons' self-checkouts in 200 of its stores will incorporate new AI technology to reduce wait times and the need for employees to help customers with common issues

Morrisons' self-checkouts in 200 of its stores will incorporate new AI technology to reduce wait times and the need for employees to help customers with common issues

Morrisons to make major change to checkouts at 200 stores with new AI technology

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

Blackbrook Leisure Centre and Spa in Taunton is hosting the event on Friday, August 14

Blackbrook Leisure Centre and Spa in Taunton is hosting the event on Friday, August 14

Children and young people

Leisure centre in Taunton to host free day of activities for children

Cup winners at the Kingston Flower Show

Cup winners at the Kingston Flower Show

Kingston Flower Show goes ahead despite scorching heat

The RAF Red Arrows have been announced for Longleat's 60th anniversary celebrations

The RAF Red Arrows have been announced for Longleat's 60th anniversary celebrations

Red Arrows to fly over Somerset border to mark major anniversary

Travel plans are being affected as water levels on major European rivers drop due to prolonged heatwaves and low rainfall.

Travel plans are being affected as water levels on major European rivers drop due to prolonged heatwaves and low rainfall.

European holidays face disruptions and itinerary changes - see those affected

Churchill Living is inviting those over 60 to a Picnic on the Patio event at its Riverain Lodge development in Taunton on Thursday, August 6

Churchill Living is inviting those over 60 to a Picnic on the Patio event at its Riverain Lodge development in Taunton on Thursday, August 6

Retirement community in Taunton to hold summer party

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

Rossetti House in Frome will host a global food festival on Friday, August 7 as part of operator Care UK's 'A Taste of Home' initiative

Rossetti House in Frome will host a global food festival on Friday, August 7 as part of operator Care UK's 'A Taste of Home' initiative

Care home in Frome set to host global food festival

A George Harrison tribute act is among the events taking place across Taunton over the next week

A George Harrison tribute act is among the events taking place across Taunton over the next week

What's on in Taunton this week: August 6-12, 2026

Beyond the Veil: The Enchanted Archives, an immersive fantasy-themed ball, will be held at The Library bar on Corporation Street, from 7pm on Friday, September 25

Beyond the Veil: The Enchanted Archives, an immersive fantasy-themed ball, will be held at The Library bar on Corporation Street, from 7pm on Friday, September 25

Inaugural fantasy ball event coming to Taunton in September

Over 570 looked-after and care-experienced young people were recognised at Somerset Council's annual Celebrating Care and Achievement event

Over 570 looked-after and care-experienced young people were recognised at Somerset Council's annual Celebrating Care and Achievement event

Hundreds of young people's achievements celebrated in Somerset

Award-winning Somerset restaurant to host 'unique' one-off dinner event

Thousands of music fans attend Foodies Festival, which combines live entertainment with food and drink experiences.

Thousands of music fans attend Foodies Festival, which combines live entertainment with food and drink experiences.

Iconic boyband stars to perform at popular Somerset food festival

Claire Naylor, owner of The Den.

Claire Naylor, owner of The Den.

Taunton coffee shop launches crowdfunder to survive 'summer challenges'

Food at Beefeater.

Food at Beefeater.

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

Jet2 has confirmed customers will continue to receive 10kg of free hand luggage despite new Europe-wide cabin baggage rules due to come into force in 2027.

Jet2 has confirmed customers will continue to receive 10kg of free hand luggage despite new Europe-wide cabin baggage rules due to come into force in 2027.

Jet2 issues hand luggage update as new Europe-wide rules are confirmed

Chill on the Hill is set to take place at Ham Hill Country Park on Sunday, August 30, marking its fifth anniversary

Chill on the Hill is set to take place at Ham Hill Country Park on Sunday, August 30, marking its fifth anniversary

Somerset Council

Family-friendly celebration returning to Somerset for fifth year

During the festival, artist Sean Harris will present The Mendip Wolves at Ebbor Gorge

During the festival, artist Sean Harris will present The Mendip Wolves at Ebbor Gorge

Somerset Art Weeks 2026 reveals highlights ahead of upcoming event

The staff at the County Classics Motor Museum in Taunton remembered Patrick Hawkins with an event.

The staff at the County Classics Motor Museum in Taunton remembered Patrick Hawkins with an event.

Hundreds attend event in memory of beloved Taunton motor museum founder

Kim Peach inside the new premises.

Kim Peach inside the new premises.

One of Taunton's 'longest running' and 'most loved' shops has relocated

Market Hall has been acquired by Clevedon Pier & Heritage Trust

Market Hall has been acquired by Clevedon Pier & Heritage Trust

Mergers and acquisitions

Major change for historic Somerset seaside landmark after sale

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

Entrance to Bath Place.

Entrance to Bath Place.

Man sentenced for multiple Taunton break-ins as crime concerns raised

Outdoor spaces at Clark's Village.

Outdoor spaces at Clark's Village.

Somerset shopping destination recognised with prestigious international award

Every year passengers on the train consume 7,000 bottles of champagne and 12,000 bottles of wine.

Every year passengers on the train consume 7,000 bottles of champagne and 12,000 bottles of wine.

Heritage railways

Luxury historic steam train set for rare visit to Taunton

Disposable BBQs can be dangerous if you do not let them fully cool down before throwing them away.

Disposable BBQs can be dangerous if you do not let them fully cool down before throwing them away.

Binman reveals how to get rid of a disposable BBQ without causing a fire

Major UK supermarket announces change to deliveries across UK stores

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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

Inflatable Theme Park has issued a warning to visitors as its Taunton event draws to a close

Inflatable Theme Park has issued a warning to visitors as its Taunton event draws to a close

Popular Taunton theme park issues warning to visitors as event nears end

Frome Leisure Centre on Princess Anne Road in Frome

Frome Leisure Centre on Princess Anne Road in Frome

Cost of fixing faulty fire alarms at Somerset leisure centre tops £50,000

The 2018 Peter Rabbit 50p is one of the two rarest Beatrix Potter coins

The 2018 Peter Rabbit 50p is one of the two rarest Beatrix Potter coins

The Royal Mint Beatrix Potter 50p coins sold on eBay for nearly £500 - how to spot

Tesco announces discount fuel offer for UK shoppers who do this one thing

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

Four of the 11 Somerset pubs included in The Telegraph's guide to the best pubs in the UK

Four of the 11 Somerset pubs included in The Telegraph's guide to the best pubs in the UK

11 Somerset pubs named among the best in the UK - see the full list

A visit to the pier was worthwhile.

A visit to the pier was worthwhile.

We visit Weston-super-Mare after survey named it one of Britain's worst seaside towns

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

There are a few different items that people put in their recycling bins that catch them out.

There are a few different items that people put in their recycling bins that catch them out.

Binman warns Brits they cannot put 1 common item in recycling or it will be refused

A parasite has made its way over to the UK through overseas travel and symptoms include diarrhoea, fatigue and aching muscles

A parasite has made its way over to the UK through overseas travel and symptoms include diarrhoea, fatigue and aching muscles

UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA)

Parasite causing explosive diarrhoea arrives in UK from holiday hotspot

Cheddar has been named among Britain's 20 prettiest places to live

Cheddar has been named among Britain's 20 prettiest places to live

Somerset village with a 'stunning rugged' feature among Britain's prettiest places

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