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Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Taunton campaigner recognised for her work to support disabled children

Taunton campaigner Laura Brown nominated for Contact Awards 2025 for championing SEND, autism, and AAC support for disabled children and families.

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Taunton primary school children visit farm and distribution centre

Year three pupils from Lyngford Park Primary School visited RD John's farm and distribution centre in Kingsteignton, learning about the 'farm to fork' process.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Column: Let's make an effort to shop local this Christmas

Support Somerset small businesses and independents like Rocket and Bird, Taunton. Discover the benefits of shopping local and keeping your high street thriving.

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Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Father Christmas to make surprise arrival in Somerset this December

Father Christmas arrives at Rumwell Farm Shop, Somerset, on 7 December. Free arrival event; grotto tickets cost £15.50 per child and must be booked in advance.

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Former Taunton council offices could become 82 apartments for key workers

Plans to transform “vacant” offices at Block C, County Hall, Taunton, into 82 new homes for "key workers" have been submitted.

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Taunton mum calls for help to reunite with children after almost year in hospital

A MENTAL health nurse who spent nearly a year in hospital after falling off some steps is finally on the road to recovery – but with no home to come back to.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Spacious four-bed home in Taunton on the market for over £450,000

Four-bedroom house for sale in Taunton's Dowell Close, offers over £450,000. Features solar panels, modern appliances, garden, near local schools.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Latest Taunton planning decisions, November 14-21, 2025

Here are the latest planning decisions made in and around Taunton by Somerset Council.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Orange walk in Taunton set to highlight gender-based violence

Inner Wheel Taunton hosts 'Orange The World' walk on Dec 4, with Somerset CCC women, raising awareness of UN Women’s campaign against gender-based violence.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Taunton boxing club produces three new Western Counties champions

Blue Flames Boxing Club celebrates three new Weston Counties champions and a national under-60kg title win, highlighting successes for boxers.

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Met Office forecasts cloud and rain over weekend in Taunton

Met Office Taunton weather forecast: Rain and cloud expected this weekend, with sunny spells on Friday.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Interview: Meet the Somerset hairdresser who built a business from a hole

Taunton salon owner Simon Willetts shares his journey to running Combers with family, overcoming challenges and building a loyal client base.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Charity bringing dental health to Somerset schools scoops national award

The Magic Dentist wins Charity or Community Project of the Year at the Private Dentistry Awards for bringing dental education to Taunton and Wellington schools.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Taunton MP reacts to the budget announcement

Taunton's MP has revealed his thoughts in a day which saw the Labour Party's 2026 budget leaked early.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Taunton's new A38 'park and bus' facility will open before Christmas

The facility will allow residents of the Orchard Grove housing estate to use public transport to access facilities in Taunton town centre without driving

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Delays at Taunton Station as medical emergency halts services

Delays were reported at Taunton train station this morning after a man suffered from a serious medical emergency and was rushed to hospital.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Best places for Christmas dinner in and around Taunton named by community

The Taunton community have named five of the best places to grab a festive dinner in and around town for Christmas 2025.

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Taunton Town Council offering free parking in town

Several car parks across Taunton will be free across two upcoming weekends, the council has confirmed.

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Exciting new era for Somerset Women as ex-Australian international becomes coach

Former Australian international cricketer Erin Osborne has been appointed as the new Somerset Women’s Head Coach, a decision that Sophie Luff, who captained the team in 2025, is really excited about.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Thousands of people attend Winterfest 2025 in Taunton

Thousands of people turned up to see Taunton's festive offerings at WinterFest 2025.