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Stay in quirky BnB made out of a wombat’s burrow for free - how to enter competition

Fancy a night in a wombat’s burrow?

UK town council declares ‘housing crisis’ as average rental rates soar to £1,500 a month

Town council’s ‘housing crisis’ as average rent hits £1,500 a month

By-elections showed the Tories are toast and the SNP will be next Jackie Baillie

Newly elected Liberal Democrat MP Sarah Dyke with party leader Sir Ed Davey in Frome, Somerset, after winning the Somerton and Frome by-election (Picture: Ben Birchall/PA)

Lib Dems' massive by-election win over Tories cannot be dismissed as a 'one-off'

By-elections produce warnings for both Tories and Labour Brian Wilson

Jaguar Land Rover owner Tata have announced their investment in a new UK gigafactory. Image: Getty

Who owns Jaguar Land Rover and what is a gigafactory?

Neil and Lisa Fletcher at home in Watchet, Somerset.

Couple who ‘live in 1930s’ bemoan increase in cost of vintage clothes

A Glastonbury crew member in his 40s was found dead in his tent on Tuesday.

Glastonbury: Second death at festival after crew member found dead

Glastonbury’s iconic Pyramid Stage

Glastonbury 2023: Man dies at music festival

Glastonbury’s iconic Pyramid Stage

Here’s how to watch Glastonbury Festival on TV this year

The moment a driver put their Need for Speed to the test as they drift around a busy roundabout.

Shocking video show moment BMW ‘drifts’ around busy roundabout

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‘Gimp man’ arrested after ‘crawling’ on ground in quiet village

Rachel Scott Couture window

Fashion designer Alice Temperley on her first proper visit to Scotland

Glastonbury Festival resale tickets sell out in just six minutes

Police are investigating

Police officer charged with rape while on duty

This is the pub reportedly owned by Banksy

Take a look at a pub reportedly owned by Banksy

Diana Ross at Glastonbury.

Glastonbury named best festival in the UK

Joshua Delbono was found “unanimously guilty” at Bristol Crown Court on April 11 - Credit: Avon and Somerset Police

Mother turns son over to police after teen stabbed to death

Queen Victoria’s bloomers are expected to fetch up to £7,000.

Queen Victoria’s knickers expected to fetch up to £7,000 at auction

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Jacob Rees-Mogg’s stunning family home on sale for £2.75 million

Blaise Inn in Henbury, Bristol is one of three restaurants in the are to be awarded by the Michelin Guide

Michelin Guide presents 20 restaurants with Bib Gourmand award

The property was bought by Gifford’s parents in 1921.

Woman sells her childhood home bought 102 years ago for £200

Author JK Rowling with pupils from Millfield Preparatory School in 1999

Librarian discovers forgotten Harry Potter books signed by JK Rowling

A general view of the waterfront in Kirkwall on September 6, 2021

UK’s Top 10 most welcoming places - does your town make the list?

“Reckless” motorist clocked doing 128mph on an icy duel carriageway

Double decker bus overturns and leads to ‘high number’ of injuries

The scene on the A39 Quantock Road in Bridgwater after a double-decker bus overturned in a crash involving a motorcycle. Picture date: Tuesday January 17, 2023.

Double-decker bus carrying 70 people overturns on A39

Shane Burger will leave his position as Scotland head coach and head to Somerset.

Scotland search for new cricket head coach as Burger departs for Somerset

Kerry Collinson, 51, decided to ruthlessly cut back on her gas and electric bill as she saw prices soar.

Woman pays £10 a month for electricity thanks to these thrifty hacks

British musician Sir Elton John performs onstage during the "Farewell Yellow Brick Road The Final Tour" at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. Picture: Suzanne Cordeiro/AFP via Getty Images

Sir Elton John to headline Glastonbury in final UK show of last ever tour

The crowd watches the Pet Shop Boys performing on The Other Stage at the Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm in Somerset. Picture date: Sunday June 26, 2022.

Music fans hit out as Glastonbury hikes price for festival ticket to £340

Paul McCartney performs on the Pyramid Stage stage during day four of Glastonbury Festival 2022 (Pic: Getty Images)

Eminem in talks to headline Glastonbury 2023 - how to buy tickets

Quince Honey Farm Pic: G Munro

Butlin's Minehead - fun on site and Somerset and Devon beyond

US singer Billie Eilish performs in the headline slot on the Pyramid Stage during day three of Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm, Pilton on June 24, 2022 in Glastonbury, England. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)

Billie Eilish protests US abortion ruling during history-making Glastonbury set

Drivers get chance to have their car turned into a Hot Wheels model

People arrive on the first day of the Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm in Somerset. Picture date: Wednesday June 22, 2022.

11 pictures as Glastonbury Festival opens its gates

A statue of famous Dunfermline son Andrew Carnegie, located in the city's Pittencrieff Park, known locally as The Glen. Picture: Scott Reid

Comment: Proud moment as Dunfermline achieves new heights

Last year news broke chef Tom Kitchin, owner and head chef of the one Michelin star restaurant The Kitchin in Leith, suspended two members of staff and launched an investigation amid bullying and assault allegations from former employees.

The top drams to celebrate whisky month in Scotland

Red weather alert sees Charles cancel trip to Wales

Get together with friends for a great winter drive (Drobot Dean - stock.adobe.com)

Enjoy UK from the warmth and comfort of your car: Best winter drives

Trudy Hendy from Langford Lakes Christmas Tree Farm gives advice on your own Christmas wreath

Top tips on how to make your own Christmas wreath

Eighty-year-old Jane Dotchin on her annual adventure. Photo: Katielee Arrowsmith/SWNS

Partially-sighted pensioner, 81, on epic 600 mile horseback trek – without a map

Study reveals top ten places to go on road trips in the UK.

Beautiful Scottish route tops chart for ten best places in UK for road trip

Live at Worthy Farm will feature performances from the likes of Coldplay, HAIM and Wolf Alice (Photo: OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)

Live at Worthy Farm 2021 explained

Burnham & Berrow in Somerset was the winner of the inaugural psychological inclusivity award for 2020.

UK golf websites criticised for lacking inclusivity to women

SD is a sealant and cosmetic repair company for homeowners, housebuilders and commercial businesses with a Scottish base in Glasgow. Picture: Huw Evans Picture Agency

Sealant and repairs business looks to take on 50 workers in Glasgow

Here are the UK's most dangerous selfie hotspots

Butlin's reopens its camps with safety measures in place

Like every other ground in Scotland, Myreside – home of Watsonians – is deserted, with little prospect of rugby being played any time soon. Picture: SNS/SRU

Allan Massie: Normal life will have to return before contact sports can be playe...

Coronavirus has now killed 35 people in the UK. PIC: Getty/AFP.

Coronavirus: UK death toll rises to 35

Officials say a helicopter, three lifeboats, fire and ambulance crews and the police were all called after a third party rang in what they thought was serious trouble.

Family argument at Butlins lead to massive rescue operation

Journalist and broadcaster who worked on Radio 4 current affairs programmes. Picture: Contributed

Obituary: Hugh Prysor-Jones, journalist and broadcaster

Noel Gallagher: No serious offer for Oasis reunion

Picture: TSPL

‘Slaves’ freed in inquiry into human trafficking

War photographer Don McCullin talks Syria, the new film about him, and ‘making m...

Speedway: Monarchs signing can be next season’s Masters card

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Scotland has failed to meet its latest target for reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, the latest official figures show. Picture: John Giles/PA Wire

Fail: Scotland misses climate target

Pro-independence protesters with Scottish Saltire flags (top) march for Scottish independence. Picture: Andy Buchanan/AFP via Getty Images

Yousaf: Growing popular support for Yes the only way to Scottish independence

Nadine Dorries. Picture: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

SNP MP cleared of bullying Nadine Dorries