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New Taunton park to contain amphitheatre, allotments and giant play area
Taunton's newest public park could include an amphitheatre, allotments and a substantial children's play area - all within easy reach of new homes
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Work started to build large EV canopy at Morrisons in Taunton
Work has begun to build a place for electric vehicles to be parked and charged at a large supermarket in Taunton.
Every Somerset road which will be surface dressed this summer
Somerset Council and its contractor Keily Bros will be surface dressing nearly 100 different roads as part of its highway maintenance programme
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Pub broken into in the middle of night with alcohol stolen
A pub in Taunton was broken into with a "quantity" of alcohol stolen from the premises, police have confirmed.
Calls to clamp down on illegal vape shops that are a 'stain' on the town
Shops caught selling illegal tobacco and vapes in Taunton have been described as a "stain" on the town.
Large unauthorised encampment set up at site near M5 in Taunton
A large traveller encampment has been set up at a park and ride close to the M5 in Taunton.
Taunton Town's re-arranged Farnham Town fixture is confirmed
Taunton Town have discovered when they will face Farnham Town
Taunton planning decisions, April 3-9, 2026
Here are the latest planning decisions made in and around Taunton.
Take a look inside this three-bed Taunton house priced at £320,000
Three-bedroom semi-detached house for sale in Taunton, Denning Close, £320,000. Well-presented, south-facing garden, near The Castle School, with garage.
Met Office forecasts weekend spells of sun and cloud for Taunton
Taunton weather forecast: Met Office predicts sunshine, clouds, highs of 17°C, and moderate UV and pollen levels for 16–20 April 2026.
Interview: Meet the Taunton gym owner who took a leap of faith aged 20
Taunton’s Activate Fitness gym celebrates 10 years under owner Tom Auton, offering 24-hour access, refurbished facilities, and classes for all abilities.
Cricketer recognised for achievements with county club
A cricketer has been awarded a testimonial year recognising his contribution to the sport and Somerset County Cricket Club.
'Great sadness' as 'wonderful' shop in Taunton closed
An independent shop that allowed crafters from across Somerset to sell their stock has closed.
Taunton Baseball Club returns to action as week one awards announced
The South West and Wales Baseball League (SWWBL) season got underway this weekend, with both Taunton Baseball Club sides returning to action.
Club reports outstanding 10-under par at Oake Manor
On Saturday (April 4) at Oake Manor Golf Club, 110 golfers played a medal competition for the "Gardner Cup," which was presented to the club by Russell Gardner, the inaugural golf professional.
Past and present Somerset women cricketers gather at County Ground
Past and present came together for a special occasion when Somerset Women played their opening match of the season against Yorkshire in the Metro Bank One Day Cup at the Cooper Associates County Ground on Saturday.
Higgs on Horses - a bumper weekend of racing delights and celebrations
It was Family Fun Day at Taunton last Thursday, and the crowd enjoyed plenty of non-racing entertainment alongside seven exciting races.
Six-hour road closure scheduled in Taunton to allow for Openreach work
Court Hill in Taunton will close for six hours on 22 April for Openreach duct works, Somerset Council confirms. Diversions in place for motorists.
Preview - Taunton Town face Bracknell at home
A preview of Taunton Town's match with Bracknell in Southern League Premier South
Taunton Town extend winning run and pull themselves out of relegation zone
Match report - Taunton Town faced Uxbridge in a crucial match for their hopes of survival in Southern League Premier South