Relive the drama, heartbreak, and sheer brilliance of the 2025 Vitality Blast Finals Day. Lancashire Lightning emerged victorious in a rain-affected epic against Somerset, while Northamptonshire claimed the bronze in a day of unforgettable cricket at Edgb
Critical water reservoirs across England, including key sites in Somerset, Derbyshire, and Yorkshire, are at alarmingly low levels following an unusually dry winter, prompting concerns over future supply and hosepipe bans.
Hampshire Cricket has been hit with a massive 10-point penalty and a £5,000 fine after the ECB ruled their Ageas Bowl pitch used against Somerset was 'appalling', plunging the club towards relegation from Division One.
Downton Abbey's Lady Edith, Laura Carmichael, has secretly married her long-term partner and co-star Michael Fox in an intimate ceremony in the English countryside, away from the public eye.
Glastonbury 2024's wild after-parties left a trail of famous faces looking worse for wear. See the hilarious and relatable morning-after moments of A-list stars stumbling from their tents.
Dramatic day in the County Championship as Surrey post a mammoth total against Warwickshire, while Yorkshire suffer a stunning batting collapse against Somerset. Get all the live action and key stats.
An anonymous benefactor has pledged a substantial £10,000 reward for information leading to missing Bristol student Jack Osullivan, as the search enters its fourth month.
A £10,000 reward is offered for information on Jack O'Sullivan, 23, last seen in Bristol. Police continue their search with family's desperate plea.
A thrilling day of County Championship action saw Yorkshire crumble against Somerset's bowling attack, while Leicestershire and Gloucestershire battled in a high-scoring affair. Get the full match reports and analysis.
Surrey tighten their grip on the County Championship title after a dominant day against Warwickshire, while Somerset and Yorkshire battle in a tense relegation scrap. Get the latest scores and analysis.
England batsman Zak Crawley hit a monumental, unbeaten double-century as Kent dominated the opening day of their County Championship clash against Somerset at the Cooper Associates County Ground.
A British couple in Somerset faces a devastating choice: evict a Ukrainian refugee they call 'family' or risk enforcement action over a converted outbuilding, exposing a critical flaw in the Homes for Ukraine scheme.
A British tourist's dream holiday on the Greek island of Skiathos ended in tragedy after she suddenly collapsed on a sunbed and died, sparking a major emergency response. The 44-year-old woman was pronounced dead despite frantic efforts to save her.
A dream holiday to the Canary Islands turns to tragedy for a British family as 16-year-old Francesca Mae Blease from Norfolk passes away in a Fuerteventura hospital.
A remarkable 17th-century map of Bristol, discovered in a London auction, reveals astonishing details of the city's historic landscape, including a rare depiction of the iconic Bristol Bridge buildings before their demolition.
Conservative MP David Warburton, who resigned amid misconduct allegations, has been found dead at his Somerset residence. Police confirm no suspicious circumstances.
Scotland Yard detectives are investigating an allegedly fraudulent election leaflet distributed by the Liberal Democrats in Frome, Somerset, sparking a significant political scandal.
Discover the hidden Somerset gem, The Village Grocer in Ditcheat, crowned the UK's best cheese shop for its legendary Montgomery's Cheddar, beating major supermarkets and delighting food critics.
The UK and Norway have launched a major naval task group from Glasgow, a powerful show of force and NATO unity in response to heightened Russian submarine activity in the North Atlantic.
A dramatic lorry fire has caused severe disruption on the M5 in Somerset, with long delays and a full closure between junctions 24 and 25. Get the latest traffic updates and diversion advice.
Forget Oxford and Cambridge! The ancient cathedral city of Wells in Somerset has been crowned the UK's most beautiful city in a stunning new ranking, beating the country's most famous favourites. Explore its medieval magic, iconic Vicars' Close, and breat
Somerset's Craig Overton takes a breathtaking one-handed catch to remove Australian batting maestro Steve Smith, providing a major highlight for England XI in the Ashes warm-up match at Lord's.
A groundbreaking project in Somerset is blending cutting-edge environmental DNA testing with centuries-old local folklore to rescue the region's critically endangered eel population from the brink.
A remarkable transformation on the Somerset Levels proves that with careful restoration, nature can make a triumphant comeback, offering a sensory feast and a haven for wildlife.
A mother recounts a terrifying encounter where a stranger threatened her and her young daughter while they were blackberry picking in the British countryside, raising serious safety concerns for families.
Police have launched a major search operation for Sarah Mayhew, 38, who vanished after a night out in Bristol. Authorities are urgently appealing for witnesses and any information on her whereabouts.
Officials from Somerset Council were refused entry to Inner London Crown Court to present crucial evidence in a major fraud case, raising serious concerns about public safety and legal procedures.
A major new exhibition in Dulverton honours the extraordinary life and legacy of Hope Bourne, the reclusive Exmoor writer, artist, and hunter who became a legendary voice of the British wilderness.
A Somerset family's simple act of installing a cat flap led to an astonishing nightly wildlife spectacle, with wild foxes and badgers making themselves at home in their kitchen.
A quiet Kent village is in shock after a family of four was discovered dead in an apparent murder-suicide. Police are investigating the tragic incident that has shattered the community of Rolling Hills.