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Bob Crampton has the latest forecast for the South West with periods of sunshine and light winds

Bob Crampton has the latest forecast for the West, with sunny spells, light winds and the odd shower expected.

Pupils and staff from Taunton School set off on the challenge of a lifetime on Monday (19/9) morning.

A Royal Marine based in Somerset accused of storing bomb-making equipment and weapons as part of a terror plot will stand trial next year.

The amazing artwork that has appeared on a Somerset beach Credit: Ian Sweetman

Visitors to Brean Down in Somerset were treated to quite a spectacle this weekend after a piece of geometric sand art appeared on the beach

These photos were sent in by one of our viewers, Ian Sweetman, who picked the perfect vantage point for his snaps.

Although the design is naturally shortlived we're glad we can share this amazing artwork with you

Beautiful - but brief - beach art at Brean Credit: Ian Sweetman

The weather over the coming days will be fairly benign although it will feel fresher than of late. Starting damp this morning though

Today is starting on a rather dull and damp note with outbreaks of rain possible just about anywhere but it will look up later

Philippa Drew has the forecast for the South West. Rain clearing, sunny spells developing

Philippa Drew has the forecast for the West - sunny spells and scattered showers

Philippa Drew has the forecast for the West. Largely dry and warm, patchy rain edging east