Wassail Theatre Company is set to bring theatre to South Somerset District Council’s Yeovil Country Park in July with an event called Plays in the Park. On Sunday 12 July, visitors will be given a guided tour with eight short performances along the way. Two sessions will be held at 11:00am and 2:00pm. Audiences are asked to meet outside the Ninesprings Café which is located next to Brunswick Street car park. Full story: Read more
Residents’ newsletter to be delivered online this June
South Somerset News, the residents’ newsletter from South Somerset District Council (SSDC), is to become an online-only publication. A small number of printed copies will be available and on display at local council offices throughout the district. Residents can view the latest newsletter online at www.southsomerset.gov.uk/latest-news. The newsletter is published every June and November. Full story: Read more
Grant from South Somerset District Council helps Curry Mallet with Magna Carta celebrations
A grant from South Somerset District Council has helped Curry Mallet commission new village signs to mark the community’s connection with the 800th anniversary of the sealing of the Magna Carta. This year, Curry Mallet is starring alongside the likes of the cities of London and Leicester in a select group of 25 baronetcies celebrating and commemorating the role of their baron (William Mallet) in the signing of Magna Carta by King John in 1215. The grant funding and advice has been given as part of an SSDC initiative to support the local economy and to encourage visitors to enjoy the South Somerset area. Full story: Read more