In a supposed sudden change of heart that comes after Weston Independent highlighted the appalling state of the premises, Nation Commercial Holdings, a company wholly owned by Mr Nightingale has suddenly announced an £8 million investment in the empty Waterloo St shops owned by the company. This alleged investment also comes at a time when the site on which Nightingales Removals & Storage sits on along Aisecome Way in Weston-super-Mare has been listed for sale for £3m via the

Bournville Primary School has announced that it has been awarded the OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) Platinum Award, the highest level of recognition within the programme, following a final assessment carried out by OPAL mentor Rachel Murray. This outstanding achievement places the school among the top 2% of primary schools nationally for the quality of its outdoor play provision. ​The award marks the culmination of a two-year journey in which the school has transformed its

Yesterday (Monday 27th April) Weston Town Council held its Annual General Meeting in the wonderful setting of the revamped Blakekay Theatre auditorium. Attendees were treated to a detailed update of the councils activities over the last year with the meeting also showcasing three local community groups that are supported by Weston Town Council. The event started with opening remarks from the outgoing Mayor Cllr Martin Williams, followed by addresses from Cllr Ciaran Cronnelly

A group of local photographers have secured exclusive access to the Birnbeck Pier restoration project in Weston-super-Mare thanks to a partnership between North Somerset Council and A1 Camera Club. Twelve members of the camera club are now authorised to take ‘behind the scenes’ photos when accompanied on the construction site. This follows thorough health and safety inductions carried out last week by the council’s appointed contractor. More club members are set to get involv

Earlier this week, in response to an increase in youth‑related anti‑social behaviour and violence in Weston Town Centre, officers from the Weston Town Centre Neighbourhood Policing Team, supported by Patrol and Early Intervention Teams, identified and arrested three males linked to a violent disorder on 31/03/2026. Two of those arrested are aged 14, with the third aged 17. All have been released on bail with strict conditions in place to reduce the risk of further offending,

Do you live in Weston-super- Mare and have a bicycle that needs some love? The Bicycle Maintenance Project are a group of young cycling enthusiasts who love keeping bikes safe and road-ready and they’re offering their skills to help the community for free! 🗓 Open: Friday 24th April 2026 🕔 Time: 5pm - 7pm 📍The Sub Station, 1 St Andrews Parade, Bournville, Weston-s-Mare, BS23 3SS They can help you with: ✅ Brake and puncture repairs ✅ Chain fixes and adjustments ✅ Tightening

Renters and landlords in North Somerset are being invited to 'sit on the sofa' at a special event in Weston-super-Mare to find out more about the biggest shake-up to renting law in a generation. A pop up 'Living Room' will be at the Italian Gardens on Monday 27 April between 11am and 2pm – kicking off a week of awareness events across the region ahead of the Renters' Rights Act coming into force on 1 May. The new law abolishes Section 21 'no fault' evictions, ends fixed-term

Summer Fest At The Beach which organisers say will be an “ unforgettable weekend of music, food and fun” on the Saturday 6th - Sunday 7th June is now offering a 15% discount to residents of the town. The line-up for the event includes iconic acts such as Craig David, Dizzee Rascal, Five, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Feeder, Scouting for Girls, Diversity the Twang, Gok Wan and Blue on day one, and Madness, Sister Sledge, Razorlight, Ocean Colour Scene, The Feeling, The Hoosiers, Rick

A Saturday Football Club which has been operating out of @Worle Centre for over 25yrs and is is open for all to attend ,regardless of ability, has spaces available for new adult players. The sessions take place every Saturday morning from 10-12 and are aimed at people who enjoy playing football but don’t have the time to play for a regular team. The games last 1hr each with a break in the middle and are of a good competitive standard with a touch of banter and fairplay ethos.

Families in Bournville are benefitting from a £127,000 government investment to support early years provision at the Healthy Living Centre, strengthening services for parents, babies and young children. The funding will support the rollout of Best Start Family Hubs and Healthy Babies , a major national programme designed to give every child the best start in life by bringing together health, education and family support under one roof. Dan Aldridge, MP for Weston-super-Mare,

An eight-week consultation on whether North Somerset Council should join the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority has found that people and businesses across the West back the proposal. The results show 56.7% of those who responded are in favour of the expansion, with 37.6% opposed, and 5.7% not sure. Detailed analysis of the 1,273 responses received will take place over the coming weeks before being published. The consultation , which closed on Monday (13 April), follo

North Somerset Council has received an additional £62,120 for further restoration of Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare. This has been awarded by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) Heritage at Risk Capital Fund, delivered by Historic England. This additional funding will pay for the initial conservation of the Grade II Listed entrance gates and turnstiles. It will also enable further work on the Grade II Listed Toll House and its extension, known loca

Get ready to scream like it’s 1999! Boyband in the Buff is the ultimate throwback concert - starring pop heartthrob Gareth Gates and a cast of ripped and ridiculously talented performers, and it’s coming to The Playhouse on Friday 8th May Organisers say that with nothing but harmonies, dance moves, and a whole lot of skin, the boys belt out the biggest hits of the ‘90s and ‘00s - from Backstreet Boys to NSYNC, Blue to Take That - in a show that’s as nostalgic as it is naughty

Weston Amateur Boxing Club has secured a new five-year lease in partnership with the YMCA at its centre on Coleridge Road in Bournville. This agreement ensures the club can continue its important role within the community, offering boxing classes for people of all levels and abilities. The club is a grassroots organisation, entirely run by volunteers, and has been serving the Weston community since 1954. Club Chairman, Cllr James Clayton, said: “This is a great step forward

Weston-super-Mare Armed Forces and Emergency Services Day is returning to the Beach Lawns on Saturday 20th June 2026 While the event will have all the well-loved and fantastic components, the organising team are working hard behind the scenes to bring some new and exciting elements to this year’s event. The arena will be shared by Armed Forces and Emergency Services displays, offering a full day of activities for all ages and providing an opportunity to show appreciation fo

Weston Hospice has announced redundancies in the face of urgent financial pressures and have launched a Spring Appeal to raise funds. “Like a majority of hospices across the UK, Weston Hospicecare is continuing to face very real and increasingly urgent financial pressures. Rising costs and increased demand for our care mean we’re having to make some very difficult decisions to protect the future of our services. We’ve always tried to be open about these challenges, because be

Walliscote Primary School came together on Friday 27 March to celebrate the end of Ramadan with a vibrant and inclusive Eid Party. Pupils, staff, and families joined in marking the occasion, which highlighted the school’s commitment to recognising and valuing the diverse cultures within its community. The celebration featured a feast with delicious food provided by Pappadoms and Aisha’s kitchen, alongside traditional treats, creative activities, and opportunities for children

Reset WSM are a community interest company (CIC) who work tirelessly to support young people, especially those with additional needs, to access an inclusive education for those struggling in mainstream settings, a valuable resource for children and young people across North Somerset. Already offering alternative provisions, school sessions, and targeted groups, the team at RESET went above and beyond for young people in 2024, hosting the first annual North Somerset Youth Awar

UK Town of Culture is a new national competition that celebrates towns with strong identities, creative ambition and a great story to tell. The winning town will host a year of arts, heritage and community activity, bringing together local people, artists, organisations and visitors to tell the story of the place they call home. Cllr Ciaran Cronnelly, leader of Weston Town Council said; I love Weston-super-Mare, I love the creativity of our town, the energy of residents and b

by Paul Howe A Ukrainian war veteran who lost both legs in combat has been given a new chance at independence — thanks to the efforts of a Weston fundraiser, a local mobility supplier and a volunteer who regularly drives humanitarian aid to the front line. The veteran told volunteer driver Norbert Istvan Fejes that his greatest wish was for a mobility scooter adapted for someone with double lower-limb amputation. Within weeks, that wish became reality. Norbert, who lives in