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Haynes Motor Museum in Somerset has launched a brand-new website, designed to provide a more engaging and intuitive user experience that enhances the way visitors interact with the Museum online.

Haynes Motor Museum is set to reopen one of its most popular exhibitions this week, exploring the history and stories behind Formula One and Williams Racing.

Mendip Basecamp has been announced as a national finalist in the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025, in the coveted category of Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year.

Mendip Adventure is excited to announce that SUP Bristol is now officially part of our family of outdoor activity brands.

Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm has become one of the first zoos in the UK to achieve accreditation by the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) and to be awarded the mark of excellence in animal care, conservation, and education.

Around 300 people took part in a midnight charity run with a difference last week – pacing along an airport runway.

GOOD: Stories in Food is excited to announce the launch of three new public tours, celebrating the finest food and drink of Somerset and Bristol.

Changes to the tariffs for the ‘Drop & Go’ and ‘Short Stay and Pick-Up’ car parks at Bristol Airport will be introduced on Monday 3 March 2025.  

Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm set to provide rescued tiger, Aqua a forever home in Bristol.

The Grand Pier in Weston-super-Mare welcomes over 600,000 visitors each year, but maintaining such an iconic structure with a team of 150 staff comes at a substantial expense.

Mendip Adventure has partnered with Really Good First Aid to sponsor local downhill mountain biker Jacob Cox.

Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day as The Grand Pier proudly introduces the Heart of Weston, a stunning new permanent sculpture that encourages couples and families to spread the love.