Somerset schools closures latest as over 100 to shut due to 'extreme heat'

• Temperatures are expected to soar to uncomfortable levels

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Somerset Livetoday Over 200 Somerset schools to close amid extreme heat warning • The number of schools due to shut continues to rise

Somerset Livetoday Plans for 56 homes near Somerset primary school approved despite traffic fears • Nearby residents are concerned about busy roads

SomersetLive — Sporttoday Lando Norris announced for 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed • Reigning Formula 1 World Champion, Lando Norris will be returning to the iconic Goodwood Estate as part of its line-up for the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed.

SomersetLive — Local Newstoday Prince William leaves villagers 'stunned' with secret donation to save Somerset Arms pub • The Somerset Arms near Trowbridge has been closed for years but HRH hopes the village's last pub could be brought back

SomersetLive / Bath Chronicle — Bath sectiontoday Inside Bath's underground vegan eatery where the 'meat' tasted just like the real deal • My childhood best friend is a vegan. • So when we arranged to meet up in Bath, I figured the steakhouse was out. • Fish and chips probably wouldn't do either.

SomersetLive — Local Newstoday Cheddar Reservoir closed ahead of extreme heat warning • Forecasters predict temperatures will read the mid-30s at the start of next week

SomersetLive — Somerset Newstoday Two-tier schools system planned for Somerset town in major shake-up • 'The proposal is about creating a sustainable system that supports children and young people to thrive'

SomersetLive — Sporttoday Yeovil Town and Forest Green Rovers decline to enter National League Cup • Both clubs have confirmed they will not be entering this season

SomersetLive / Bath Chronicle — Bath sectiontoday Apprenticeships for council workers affected by pay reforms • 'Some people may not want to spend 18 months doing an apprenticeship if they are planning to retire in 3-4 years'

SomersetLive / Bath Chronicle — Bath sectiontoday Former Bridgwater pub to become convenience store despite parking fears • 'It is already a nightmare in the evenings with the patrons of the takeaways parking on double yellow lines'

Avon and Somerset Police — Newstoday CCTV appeal after incident of criminal damage • Significant damage was caused to an escalator at Clifton Down Shopping Centre on the evening of Tuesday 1 April.

Avon and Somerset Police — Newstoday CCTV appeal connected to assault investigation • We are releasing an image of a man we would like to speak to in connection with an incident in Highbridge last year.

Avon and Somerset Police — Newstoday Hotel staff support police in tackling child exploitation • The free training is helping hotel staff spot the signs of exploitation, know when and how to report, and play their part in protecting vulnerable children and young people.

SomersetLive — Local Newstoday 700-year-old medieval Somerset castle set for a brand new bridge • The hidden gem is just a short drive from Frome

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