Wells Nub News

17/09/2025

Over half a million raised. Lives changed. And yes, the Duchess is involved.

The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust’s Coronation Fund has smashed its target, now covering up to 100% of a chorister's education for those who need it. Big news for gifted children who’d otherwise be priced out of a very elite world.

Details here:

Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust's Coronation Fund surpasses £500,000 target, enabling full chorister education bursaries.

17/09/2025

Got an event in Wells? Don’t let it pass in silence.

Add it to our What’s On section - for free - and get it seen by hundreds of locals. Whether it’s a fundraiser, a market, or a midweek quiz night, it belongs here.

List yours: https://wells.nub.news/nub-it/whats-on-create

17/09/2025

Turns out being lovely to volunteers isn’t just nice – it’s award-winning.

Wells’ Bishop’s Palace has bagged a top UK mark for volunteer support, officially certified as excellent by people who check such things. With 192 locals helping run the show – from digging borders to wrangling school groups – it's fair to say the place would fall over without them.

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Palace bags prestigious quality mark as 192 locals power everything from gardens to school visits.

16/09/2025

Engaged? Obsessed with weddings? Just enjoy watching other people stress over chair covers and cake samples? You're in luck.

The Big Southwest Wedding Fair is taking over the Bath & West Showground on 18–19 October, with 80 vendors, catwalk shows, and something called an “Entertainment Lounge” (presumably for the grooms). Entry from £5, inspiration free, parking also free – which already makes it cheaper than most weddings.

Two‑day show with 80 suppliers, catwalks, VIP perks & inspiration on 18‑19 October.

16/09/2025

Hiring in Wells? Find someone local — without wasting time.

List your job with us and reach readers who actually live and work here. It’s affordable, fast, and focused.

Post your vacancy now: https://wells.nub.news/nub-it/jobpostings-create

16/09/2025

Finally, a proper trade show for Somerset’s food and drink scene. The Source Roadshow rolls into the Bath & West Showground on 25 Feb 2026, giving hotels, pubs, cafés and farm shops a one-day chance to schmooze with over 100 top-notch suppliers.

From heritage cheddar to artisanal sausage rolls, the exhibitor list reads like a who’s who of West Country fare. If you’re in the business of serving or selling food, and fancy staying ahead of the next pickle trend, register now.

Come and enjoy The Source Roadshow at Bath & West Showground.

15/09/2025

This week’s Wells job list covers everything from caring at night to delivering parcels by day — plus engineering roles with pay north of £50k.

Also on offer: ready-meal production, housekeeping, and a rare shout for detail-loving Deputy Managers.

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Because somebody’s got to deliver parcels, flip meals and keep Wells’ care homes upright.

15/09/2025

Yeovil’s maternity unit is gearing up to return — just as it’s named in a sweeping national review into NHS failings.

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Trust pledges full reopening of maternity and baby unit after being named in Baroness Amos’ NHS safety review.

15/09/2025

Hot chocolate, gifts and a visit from Santa — all free, no postcode checks, no red tape.

The Sleek Easy Clean limited in Glastonbury is throwing open its doors this December for struggling families across the area. If you can spare a gift, now’s the time.

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Hot choc, free gifts and festive magic on offer as Sleek Easy Clean hosts community night to remember

15/09/2025

Sleeping bags from Shepton. Fleeces from Wells. A borrowed truck and a tight budget.

One grassroots mission raised £3.7k in ten days — then drove it all the way to Donetsk. A proper team effort, packed and powered by local generosity.

£3,700 raised in 10 days as vehicle loaded with vital supplies handed over in Donetsk.

15/09/2025

One year, one overturned refusal, and now 50 new homes are back on the table for Wells.

Wain Homes has submitted the fine print for a 2.6-hectare site off Haybridge Hill — including 20 affordable units and 122 parking spaces. Whether you’re in Elm Close or just watching the horizon, comments are now open.

Plans here:

Wain Homes unveils housing mix and layout for New House Farm site off Haybridge Hill