West Somerset Free Press

West Somerset Free Press The Free Press is a modern media company with traditional values, continuing the original concept of

The West Somerset Free Press was founded in 1860 by Samuel Cox of Williton. Originally a printer, he continued his activities along with his new publishing venture. Company ownership and the editorship stayed in the family through Samuel's son Herbert, his son Frank and, in turn, his son Norman. With Norman's death in 1969, the editorship passed to Free Press journalist Jack Hurley MBE. In 1980 th

e company was acquired by Sir Ray Tindle CBE, the present chairman, who has continued to run it as a family business. Under his guidance, the West Somerset News-Trader and West Somerset Diary were introduced. Today the Free Press is a modern newspaper with traditional values, continuing the original concept of a local newspaper serving its community.

THE Somerset Women’s squad along with head coach Erin Osborne and the rest of the staff have paid a visit to the Somerse...
09/01/2026

THE Somerset Women’s squad along with head coach Erin Osborne and the rest of the staff have paid a visit to the Somerset Cricket Museum to catch up on the rich history of the county that they represent.

THE first week of work to replace 30-year-old traffic lights on the A39 at Dunster Steep has resulted in what angry moto...
09/01/2026

THE first week of work to replace 30-year-old traffic lights on the A39 at Dunster Steep has resulted in what angry motorists described as ‘absolute chaos’ as the temporary lights system caused traffic jams up to six miles long.

TOWN councillors have drawn up comprehensive objections to plans for a large new housing estate on the B3227 road enteri...
09/01/2026

TOWN councillors have drawn up comprehensive objections to plans for a large new housing estate on the B3227 road entering Wiveliscombe.

LOCAL MPs Rachel Gilmour and Gideon Amos will be meeting Local Government Minister Alison McGovern on Wednesday (January...
09/01/2026

LOCAL MPs Rachel Gilmour and Gideon Amos will be meeting Local Government Minister Alison McGovern on Wednesday (January 14) to demand more money for Somerset Council.

ICYMI: CHARITY fund-raiser Val Norman, of Watchet, has been praised for her lifelong devotion to raising money for good ...
09/01/2026

ICYMI: CHARITY fund-raiser Val Norman, of Watchet, has been praised for her lifelong devotion to raising money for good causes, which has topped £100,000.

This forecast covers conditions near Williton, highlighting notable shifts in weather. Today, Friday, January 9, sees mo...
09/01/2026

This forecast covers conditions near Williton, highlighting notable shifts in weather. Today, Friday, January 9, sees moderate rain from morning onward. Temperatures settle near 5°C, with occasional sleet and snow possible. Grey skies persist overall, creating a damp atmosphere. Any brief drier spells remain short-lived in this often changeable setup.

LOCAL MP Rachel Gilmour has launched a petition calling for the Government to U-turn on its decision to axe business rat...
08/01/2026

LOCAL MP Rachel Gilmour has launched a petition calling for the Government to U-turn on its decision to axe business rate relief for hospitality businesses.

FREE health checks are being offered through Porlock Community Library for eligible villagers aged 40 to 74 years.
08/01/2026

FREE health checks are being offered through Porlock Community Library for eligible villagers aged 40 to 74 years.

KIND-HEARTED West Somerset shoppers were among Tesco customers who have been thanked for donating some of the more than ...
08/01/2026

KIND-HEARTED West Somerset shoppers were among Tesco customers who have been thanked for donating some of the more than 800 toys given to children in the run-up to Christmas.

NEAR-bankrupt Somerset Council is to spend up to £5 million replacing laptop computers for its staff.
08/01/2026

NEAR-bankrupt Somerset Council is to spend up to £5 million replacing laptop computers for its staff.

Today (Thursday, January 8​) starts with moderate rain lingering through much of the morning. Conditions stay breezy, an...
08/01/2026

Today (Thursday, January 8​) starts with moderate rain lingering through much of the morning. Conditions stay breezy, and you can expect clouds to persist. Temperatures near 2°C gradually climb to about 10°C later on. Williton should see similar weather, making this forecast relevant across the region.

A FORMER NHS emergency ambulance will soon be on its way to the Ukraine battlefront after caring communities in Williton...
08/01/2026

A FORMER NHS emergency ambulance will soon be on its way to the Ukraine battlefront after caring communities in Williton and Watchet came together to raise the money to buy the vehicle, equip it with medical supplies, and provide volunteers to drive it for four days across Europe.

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