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Historic site on Portland saved thanks to restoration efforts
Nov 18

Nov 18 Historic site on Portland saved thanks to restoration efforts

Loop South West
Education, Heritage, Lifestyle, Local Authority, News, Arts, Culture

Historic England has announced that High Angle Battery, a cherished historic site on Portland, has been officially removed from its Heritage at Risk register.  This remarkable achievement is the result of the dedicated efforts of the Rediscovering High Angle Battery project, which is revitalising this locally treasured landmark.

Newquay bookshop marks 1 year on the High Street
Nov 17

Nov 17 Newquay bookshop marks 1 year on the High Street

Loop South West
Business, Culture, News, Lifestyle, Events

Clemo Books is hosting a birthday party to celebrate one year of trading on Newquay’s high street, Saturday 23 December, 6pm – late.

Over 100 volunteers celebrated for dedication to Bristol Hospice
Nov 16

Nov 16 Over 100 volunteers celebrated for dedication to Bristol Hospice

Loop South West
Charity, Care, Lifestyle, News

The annual St Peter’s Hospice Long Service Awards this year honoured more volunteers than ever before, with awards for 31 years of service and over being handed out for the first time.

Clarke Willmott hails High Court decision on new Sporting Quarter development in South Bristol
Nov 15

Nov 15 Clarke Willmott hails High Court decision on new Sporting Quarter development in South Bristol

Loop South West
Attractions, Business, Culture, Development, Hospitality, Legal, Lifestyle, Local Authority, News, Professional Services, Sport, Travel

A new arena and Sporting Quarter at Bristol’s Ashton Gate Stadium has moved a step closer after an application for a Judicial Review was dismissed in the High Court.

Seasonal services at Westerleigh Group’s crematoria
Nov 15

Nov 15 Seasonal services at Westerleigh Group’s crematoria

Loop South West
Business, Culture, Events, Lifestyle, News

Westerleigh Group’s crematoria in the South West are opening their doors to their surrounding communities as they host their annual Christmas Carol and Memorial Services.

Full Steam Ahead: Dorset Train to be Wi-Fi-red Up!
Nov 14

Nov 14 Full Steam Ahead: Dorset Train to be Wi-Fi-red Up!

Loop South West
Business, Culture, Heritage, Lifestyle, News, Local Authority, Travel

A new innovation project is steaming ahead in Dorset to test if WiFi can work on even the most rural and oldest railway networks.

Briony May Williams helps relaunch St Peter's Hospice shop ahead of Christmas shopping season
Nov 14

Nov 14 Briony May Williams helps relaunch St Peter's Hospice shop ahead of Christmas shopping season

Loop South West
Business, Care, Charity, Culture, Environment, Events, Health, Lifestyle, News

TV star Briony May Williams has helped to relaunch a much-loved charity shop following its refurbishment and transformation into a vintage boutique.

Students hit the high notes for award-winning musical duo Stiles and Drewe
Nov 13

Nov 13 Students hit the high notes for award-winning musical duo Stiles and Drewe

Loop South West
Arts, Education, Lifestyle, News

Drama students have taken a unique opportunity to showcase their talents and ‘audition’ for award-winning musical theatre duo, Stiles and Drewe.

Hoteliers say sporting quarter plan is a winner
Nov 13

Nov 13 Hoteliers say sporting quarter plan is a winner

Loop South West
Business, Sport, News, Lifestyle, Hospitality, Travel, Legal

News that developers behind a £200m ‘sporting quarter’ in South Bristol hope to break ground in 2025 has been warmly welcomed by the city’s hoteliers.

Dorset villages benefit from new charging points thanks to boost from council
Nov 12

Nov 12 Dorset villages benefit from new charging points thanks to boost from council

Loop South West
Business, Development, Lifestyle, Local Authority, News, Travel

New electric vehicle charging points have now been installed in West Moors and Cerne Abbas, thanks to help from Dorset Council.

A budget of mixed fortunes for retail, leisure and hospitality businesses
Nov 11

Nov 11 A budget of mixed fortunes for retail, leisure and hospitality businesses

Loop South West
Business, Hospitality, News, Professional Services, Finance, Food & Drink, Travel

Announcements made by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in the autumn budget appear to be a mixed bag for businesses in the retail, hospitality and leisure (RHL) sector.

Footballers legal battle an important reminder of wage protections
Nov 10

Nov 10 Footballers legal battle an important reminder of wage protections

Loop South West
Business, Legal, Lifestyle, News, Professional Services, Sport

The Manchester Employment Tribunal has upheld the majority of professional footballer Benjamin Mendy’s unauthorised deduction of wages claims against Premier League club Manchester City.

Help for Weymouth residents to ‘get back in the saddle’
Nov 9

Nov 9 Help for Weymouth residents to ‘get back in the saddle’

Loop South West
Lifestyle, News, Local Authority, Sport

Residents of Weymouth can now enjoy free health cycle rides, led by trained volunteers, every fortnight as part of Dorset Council’s exciting ‘Get Back in the Saddle’ initiative.

Cancer charities link up in Bristol
Nov 8

Nov 8 Cancer charities link up in Bristol

Loop South West
Charity, Events, Health, Lifestyle, News

Two cancer charities collaborated on a Health and Welbeing Day at the Penny Brohn UK Centre near Bristol to support people with ovarian cancer.

Teachers’ pension bottleneck stalls divorce settlements: stay informed says law firm
Nov 7

Nov 7 Teachers’ pension bottleneck stalls divorce settlements: stay informed says law firm

Loop South West
Business, Education, Finance, Legal, News, Professional Services

Delays in pension valuations for members of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme are stalling divorce settlements, leaving countless individuals in financial and emotional limbo, says Adam Maguire, partner in the Family Law team at Clarke Willmott LLP.

Nov 6
Nov 6 Key budget takeaways for farming businesses following The Budget

Loop South West
Agriculture, Business, Farming, Finance, Legal, News, Professional Services

After months of speculation, the Chancellor has announced changes to Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief. These changes will have a significant impact on estate planning for many farms.

Moving All Souls Day event held at Bristol Memorial Woodlands
Nov 6

Nov 6 Moving All Souls Day event held at Bristol Memorial Woodlands

Loop South West
Business, Attractions, Events, Lifestyle, News

A popular service to mark All Souls Day took place at Bristol Memorial Woodlands on Sunday 27 October.

Care home staff raise £700 for Breast Cancer Research
Nov 5

Nov 5 Care home staff raise £700 for Breast Cancer Research

Loop South West
Business, Care, Lifestyle, Charity, News

Staff at a Bridgwater dementia care home have raised an amazing £710 by holding a pink-themed coffee morning as part of national Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the funds raised will benefit the UK’s largest breast cancer charity, Breast Cancer Now.

Clarke Willmott acts on exciting Royal Victoria Park deal
Nov 4

Nov 4 Clarke Willmott acts on exciting Royal Victoria Park deal

Loop South West
Business, Professional Services, News, Lifestyle, Legal, Local Authority, Heritage, Attractions

Clarke Willmott LLP has assisted Bath and North East Somerset (BANES) Council in putting in place a lease and facility management agreement in connection with the Royal Victoria Park and Pavilion in Bath.

Nov 3
Nov 3 Strengthened Football Governance Bill will help tackle financial inequalities, says Clarke Willmott

Loop South West
Legal, News, Professional Services, Sport

New legislation to establish an independent football regulator in England could bring reform and accountability to clubs and owners, says Tim Williamson from leading national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP.

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