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BBC News
11-05-2025
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- BBC News
County flag travels across the world for Somerset Day
The Somerset flag has been flown in all corners of the world to celebrate Somerset BBC Radio Somerset presenters were challenged to fly the flag for Somerset in as many breath-taking locations, or as far away from the county, as possible. Presenter Andy Bennett managed to get the flag on to the windows of Dave's Coaches from TV show Gavin and Stacey, while Mel Everett flew in a hot air balloon with the Day is celebrated on 11 May and marks Alfred the Great's call to the people of Somerset to march against the invading Viking army. It is now a celebration of all that is "great" about Somerset. Dave's Coaches, a fictitious company from the TV show Gavin and Stacey, drove the Somerset flag around Barry Island in South Wales. Mel Everett flew the flag on top of Dunkery Beacon in Exmoor. The Somerset Patriots Baseball Team in Somerset County, New Jersey, USA, wished a happy Somerset Day. The flag was flown high into the sky on the Navy Wings aircraft. Cider company Thatchers agreed to fly the Somerset flag on their lorries for the next year. The flag was also displayed on the caves at Wookey Hole. Mel Everett held the flag up while going down the Hangloose Eden Project zip wire. Simon Parkin managed to get the flag to Hollywood and displayed it next to jazz musician Benny Goodman's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Mel Everett flew the flag up into the air on a hot air balloon.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Somerset in Pictures: Never too old for a hen do
Somerset communities came out in force to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day with special events including a World War Two Swordfish aircraft taking flight. Meanwhile, the county won another cricket match during an intense four-day game. Actors are rehearsing for an award-winning play which is coming to the Theatre Royal in Bath, and a very special lady was treated to a hen do - 70 years after her wedding! Here are some images showing life across Somerset this week. Fairey Swordfish: People across the county celebrated VE Day for the 80th time with community events and memorial services this week. The Fairey Swordfish, affectionately known as the "Stringbag," was a biplane torpedo bomber that played a pivotal role in several key naval battles during World War Two. The Navy Wings flew the plane over Somerset on Thursday. Winners: Craig Overton of Somerset was key to the victory against Essex in Taunton earlier this week. Never too late: Molly Hutton, a grandmother and 92-year-old, had a surprise when her family asked if she wanted to "see a band" at the Riff Corner in Clevedon and she walked into a surprise hen do - 70 years after walking up the aisle. She had mentioned she never had one before her wedding, so family and friends planned one in secret. Elephant in the room: Noah's Ark Zoo Farm staff were one of many locations waving the county flag high on Somerset Day, the time to celebrate everything special about the county. Showtime: For fans of all things countryside, all roads led to the North Somerset Showground near Wraxall for the annual North Somerset Show, which was attended by thousands. All the world's a stage: Dance-theatre company New Adventures is preparing for a return to Bath to perform choreographer Matthew Bourne's award-winning The Midnight Bell at the Theatre Royal from 20 to 24 May. New record: Taunton School's senior students have achieved exceptional success at the Meade King Cup, a historic swimming competition. Thirty students from Taunton School's Years 9 to 13 took part in the tournament and walked away "feeling proud" of their performances, winning all six cups and the senior boys beating their own record set last year in the freestyle relay. Sheep shenanigans: Weather watcher Helly Lou captured a flock of sheep hanging out by Cheddar Reservoir. Spring bloom: A BBC Weather Watcher spotted these pretty flowers against the blue spring sky. Meanwhile, another weather watcher in Weston-super-Mare captured the sun setting over the sea (below) Architects of our future: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust has a specialist team who visit schools with the aim of raising awareness of the diverse range of careers available in the NHS. Follow BBC Somerset on Facebook and X. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. Somerset in Pictures: Sunshine and sporting success Somerset in Pictures: Swan whisperer and the races Somerset in Pictures: Bobcats and foggy mornings Somerset in Pictures: Artistic rats and beach days Somerset in Pictures: Anyone for cricket? Somerset in Pictures: Races and a royal visit Somerset in Pictures: Derby delight for Bath Somerset in Pictures: Sunrises and a lunar eclipse Somerset in pictures: Darts delight and Mr Darcy Somerset in Pictures: Blue skies, cows and Crufts Somerset in pictures: Otters, owls and EastEnders pub Somerset in Pictures: The sweet taste of victory Somerset in Pictures: Wildlife and winter swimming Somerset in Pictures: Fog and Harry Redknapp Somerset in Pictures: Snow, flood and races Somerset in pics: Fog, fundraisers and fairytales Somerset in Pictures: Tractors, rainbows and a circus Somerset in Pictures: Panto and a 100th birthday Somerset in pictures: Santa and Christmas lights Somerset in Pictures: Santa, sunsets and Pinocchio Somerset in Pictures: Snow, carnival and racing Somerset in pictures: Santas on ice and bus DJs Somerset in pictures: Hedgehogs and carnival Somerset in pictures: Tor aurora and Willow Man Somerset in Pictures: Pumpkins and stolen cheese Somerset in pictures: World records and ponies Somerset in Pictures: Mullet wigs and a giant moon Somerset in pictures: Autumn arrives in the county Somerset in pictures: Caravan racing, motorbikes and street art Somerset in pictures: Swans, scarecrows and cricket Somerset in pictures: Summer, scarecrows and film sets Somerset in pictures: A retiring lollipop lady and bus strikes Somerset in pictures: Images from across the county
Yahoo
10-05-2025
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Somerset in Pictures: Never too old for a hen do
Somerset communities came out in force to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day with special events including a World War Two Swordfish aircraft taking flight. Meanwhile, the county won another cricket match during an intense four-day game. Actors are rehearsing for an award-winning play which is coming to the Theatre Royal in Bath, and a very special lady was treated to a hen do - 70 years after her wedding! Here are some images showing life across Somerset this week. Fairey Swordfish: People across the county celebrated VE Day for the 80th time with community events and memorial services this week. The Fairey Swordfish, affectionately known as the "Stringbag," was a biplane torpedo bomber that played a pivotal role in several key naval battles during World War Two. The Navy Wings flew the plane over Somerset on Thursday. Winners: Craig Overton of Somerset was key to the victory against Essex in Taunton earlier this week. Never too late: Molly Hutton, a grandmother and 92-year-old, had a surprise when her family asked if she wanted to "see a band" at the Riff Corner in Clevedon and she walked into a surprise hen do - 70 years after walking up the aisle. She had mentioned she never had one before her wedding, so family and friends planned one in secret. Elephant in the room: Noah's Ark Zoo Farm staff were one of many locations waving the county flag high on Somerset Day, the time to celebrate everything special about the county. Showtime: For fans of all things countryside, all roads led to the North Somerset Showground near Wraxall for the annual North Somerset Show, which was attended by thousands. All the world's a stage: Dance-theatre company New Adventures is preparing for a return to Bath to perform choreographer Matthew Bourne's award-winning The Midnight Bell at the Theatre Royal from 20 to 24 May. New record: Taunton School's senior students have achieved exceptional success at the Meade King Cup, a historic swimming competition. Thirty students from Taunton School's Years 9 to 13 took part in the tournament and walked away "feeling proud" of their performances, winning all six cups and the senior boys beating their own record set last year in the freestyle relay. Sheep shenanigans: Weather watcher Helly Lou captured a flock of sheep hanging out by Cheddar Reservoir. Spring bloom: A BBC Weather Watcher spotted these pretty flowers against the blue spring sky. Meanwhile, another weather watcher in Weston-super-Mare captured the sun setting over the sea (below) Architects of our future: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust has a specialist team who visit schools with the aim of raising awareness of the diverse range of careers available in the NHS. Follow BBC Somerset on Facebook and X. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. Somerset in Pictures: Sunshine and sporting success Somerset in Pictures: Swan whisperer and the races Somerset in Pictures: Bobcats and foggy mornings Somerset in Pictures: Artistic rats and beach days Somerset in Pictures: Anyone for cricket? Somerset in Pictures: Races and a royal visit Somerset in Pictures: Derby delight for Bath Somerset in Pictures: Sunrises and a lunar eclipse Somerset in pictures: Darts delight and Mr Darcy Somerset in Pictures: Blue skies, cows and Crufts Somerset in pictures: Otters, owls and EastEnders pub Somerset in Pictures: The sweet taste of victory Somerset in Pictures: Wildlife and winter swimming Somerset in Pictures: Fog and Harry Redknapp Somerset in Pictures: Snow, flood and races Somerset in pics: Fog, fundraisers and fairytales Somerset in Pictures: Tractors, rainbows and a circus Somerset in Pictures: Panto and a 100th birthday Somerset in pictures: Santa and Christmas lights Somerset in Pictures: Santa, sunsets and Pinocchio Somerset in Pictures: Snow, carnival and racing Somerset in pictures: Santas on ice and bus DJs Somerset in pictures: Hedgehogs and carnival Somerset in pictures: Tor aurora and Willow Man Somerset in Pictures: Pumpkins and stolen cheese Somerset in pictures: World records and ponies Somerset in Pictures: Mullet wigs and a giant moon Somerset in pictures: Autumn arrives in the county Somerset in pictures: Caravan racing, motorbikes and street art Somerset in pictures: Swans, scarecrows and cricket Somerset in pictures: Summer, scarecrows and film sets Somerset in pictures: A retiring lollipop lady and bus strikes Somerset in pictures: Images from across the county
BBC News
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Somerset in Pictures: VE Day celebrations and cricket win
Somerset communities came out in force to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day with special events including a World War Two Swordfish aircraft taking the county won another cricket match during an intense four-day are rehearsing for an award-winning play which is coming to the Theatre Royal in Bath, and a very special lady was treated to a hen do - 70 years after her wedding!Here are some images showing life across Somerset this week. Fairey Swordfish: People across the county celebrated VE Day for the 80th time with community events and memorial services this week. The Fairey Swordfish, affectionately known as the "Stringbag," was a biplane torpedo bomber that played a pivotal role in several key naval battles during World War Two. The Navy Wings flew the plane over Somerset on Thursday. Winners: Craig Overton of Somerset was key to the victory against Essex in Taunton earlier this week. Never too late: Molly Hutton, a grandmother and 92-year-old, had a surprise when her family asked if she wanted to "see a band" at the Riff Corner in Clevedon and she walked into a surprise hen do - 70 years after walking up the aisle. She had mentioned she never had one before her wedding, so family and friends planned one in secret. Elephant in the room: Noah's Ark Zoo Farm staff were one of many locations waving the county flag high on Somerset Day, the time to celebrate everything special about the county. Showtime: For fans of all things countryside, all roads led to the North Somerset Showground near Wraxall for the annual North Somerset Show, which was attended by thousands. All the world's a stage: Dance-theatre company New Adventures is preparing for a return to Bath to perform choreographer Matthew Bourne's award-winning The Midnight Bell at the Theatre Royal from 20 to 24 May. New record: Taunton School's senior students have achieved exceptional success at the Meade King Cup, a historic swimming competition. Thirty students from Taunton School's Years 9 to 13 took part in the tournament and walked away "feeling proud" of their performances, winning all six cups and the senior boys beating their own record set last year in the freestyle relay. Sheep shenanigans: Weather watcher Helly Lou captured a flock of sheep hanging out by Cheddar Reservoir. Spring bloom: A BBC Weather Watcher spotted these pretty flowers against the blue spring sky. Meanwhile, another weather watcher in Weston-super-Mare captured the sun setting over the sea (below) Architects of our future: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust has a specialist team who visit schools with the aim of raising awareness of the diverse range of careers available in the NHS.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Somerset Day set to return with more events than ever before
Somerset Day is set to return with more events than ever before. Taking place across the weekend of Saturday, May 10 and Sunday, May 11, this year's celebrations promise an unforgettable line-up of activities that showcase everything that makes Somerset a special place to live, work, and visit. The county will be alive with the sounds, tastes, and traditions of Somerset, with residents set to expect open days, craft fairs, street parties, historical re-enactments, farm tours, cider tastings, and family fun. Highlights of the weekend include an evening with The Wurzels, set to entertain with hits like Combine Harvester and I Am A Cider Drinker. This promises to be a joyful, foot-stomping evening of music and laughter—a true celebration of Somerset's spirit. The 'Cider & Cheese Trails' will lead participants through the county's finest artisan producers, while the arts and makers markets will see local artists, craftspeople, and creatives showcasing their talents at pop-up markets and exhibitions across Somerset. There will also be guided walks, children's storytelling, wildlife encounters, and village fetes to keep all ages entertained. Living history experiences will allow people to step back in time with historical demonstrations and open heritage sites offering a glimpse into Somerset's rich and varied past. For more information about the events and listings, visit The organisers said: "Somerset Day is all about community, pride, and coming together to celebrate everything that makes this county great. "Whether you're a lifelong local or a first-time visitor, there's something for everyone. "Join the celebration, fly the flag, and make memories this Somerset Day weekend."
