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Somerset Road Safety can provide a range of pre-defined packages or can create bespoke training and education solutions to address your local issues.

Somerset Road Safety aims to reduce collisions and casualties on local roads, creating safer communities and improving the quality of life for residents and visitors to Somerset.

31/10/2026

👀 Is Your Eyesight Drive Fit?

The Somerset Road Safety Team will be at Blackdown Garden Centre, Wellington on Monday 2 November (10am to 4pm) and Sanders Garden Centre, Brent Knoll on Tuesday 3 November (10am to 4pm) as part of Operation Insight.

Good eyesight is essential for safe driving. Regular eye tests can help you spot hazards sooner, react quicker, and stay safe on Somerset's roads.

Come along and have a chat with us about eyesight, driving, or any other road safety concerns.

A big thank you to the managers and staff at Blackdown Garden Centre and Sanders Garden Centre for supporting this important road safety initiative.

West Somerset and Taunton Neighbourhood Policing roads Avon and Somerset Roads Policing Unit Sedgemoor Neighbourhood Policing IAM RoadSmart Somerset Live Travel Somerset Somerset Council

30/10/2026

✅ When was your last eye test?
Many eyesight conditions develop gradually and without obvious symptoms. That's why regular eye examinations are so important, particularly as we get older.
This week, as part of Operation Insight, we're encouraging all motorists to make one simple commitment:
📅 Book an eye test if you're due one. 👓 Wear the glasses or contact lenses you need for driving. 🚗 Make effective visual checks part of every journey.
A simple eye test could help you spot hazards sooner, make better decisions and protect yourself and others on the road.
Clear vision saves lives.
👀 Can you read a number plate from 20 metres?
Take the time to check your eyesight today.
"You can't react to what you don't see. Check your eyes. Check your surroundings. Drive safely."
Travel Somerset IAM RoadSmart Zero South West South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust National Highways: South-West west Avon and Somerset Roads Policing Unit
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29/10/2026

🚗🍂 Is this your first autumn driving independently?
Summer driving is one thing.
Autumn brings new challenges:
🌧 Heavy rain 🌫 Misty mornings 🌅 Bright low sun 🍂 Slippery roads 🌙 Longer periods of darkness
Confidence is good.
Overconfidence can be dangerous.
Adapt your speed, leave more space and make sure your vehicle is ready for the season ahead.
The most experienced drivers respect the conditions. New drivers should too.
UCS College Group Frome College West Somerset College Queen's College, Taunton King's College Taunton Yeovil College Richard Huish College Strode College Taunton School Millfield Senior School Travel Somerset vision Vision Zero South West
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28/10/2026

🚗 Safe driving starts with what you see
Seeing a hazard isn't enough - you need to actively look for it.
As daylight hours reduce and roads become busier during peak travel times, drivers should make effective visual searches part of every journey.
Remember:
👀 Check mirrors regularly.
👀 Look well ahead for developing hazards.
👀 Scan junctions, crossings and side roads.
👀 Watch carefully for pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists and horse riders.
👀 Take extra care at dawn, dusk and during poor weather.
Regular eye tests can help identify changes in vision before they affect your driving.
Good drivers don't just look - they actively search.
Operation Insight reminds us that clear vision and effective observation are essential skills for every driver, every journey.
"You can't react to what you don't see. Check your eyes. Check your surroundings. Drive safely."
Council Vision Zero South West IAM RoadSmart South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust and Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service Community Safety and Prevention Travel Somerset west Avon and Somerset Roads Policing Unit

27/10/2026

With cycling continuing to grow in popularity across Somerset, keeping bikes safe and roadworthy is an important part of helping everyone enjoy their journeys with confidence.
Free Cycle Safety Event in Taunton Town Centre
Somerset Road Safety will be in Taunton town centre on Wednesday 28 October, alongside Avon & Somerset Police and the charity On Your Bike, to promote cycle safety and encourage more people to travel safely and sustainably.
Members of the public are invited to drop in with their bicycles between 09:00 and 12:30 to take advantage of:
Free bike safety checks and minor repairs
Free bike servicing
Bike security marking and registration
Practical cycle safety advice and information
Whether you cycle every day or are thinking about getting back in the saddle, this is a great opportunity to ensure your bike is in good condition and protected against theft.
Come along, meet the team, and help make cycling safer for everyone.
📍 Taunton Town Centre
📅 Wednesday 28 October
🕘 09:00 to 12:30
Safe bikes, confident riders, safer journeys.
Travel Somerset West Somerset and Taunton Neighbourhood Policing On Your Bike - Taunton Taunton Area Cycling Campaign

26/10/2026

👀 Could your eyesight be putting you and others at risk?
Good vision is one of the most important tools you use when driving. Yet eyesight can change gradually, meaning many drivers may not notice their vision has deteriorated.
Did you know? Drivers must be able to read a vehicle number plate from 20 metres to meet the legal eyesight standard.
As the evenings become darker following the clock change, good eyesight becomes even more important. Spotting pedestrians, cyclists, horse riders and hazards early gives you more time to react and stay safe.
✅ Take a moment to ask yourself:
• When was your last eye test?
• Do you always wear your prescribed glasses or contact lenses when driving?
• Can you comfortably read a number plate from 20 metres away?
Operation Insight encourages all drivers to check their eyesight regularly and take responsibility for staying safe on Somerset's roads.
🚗 Good drivers don't just look... they actively search.
"You can't react to what you don't see. Check your eyes. Check your surroundings. Drive safely."

Travel Somerset and Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service Community Safety and Prevention southwestern South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust west somerset Avon and Somerset Roads Policing Unit IAM RoadSmart Age UK Somerset

24/10/2026

⏰ The clocks go back this weekend... but don't let your concentration go back too!

🎃 Expect more children around our communities.
🌧️ Expect wet roads and reduced visibility.
🚗 Adjust your speed and take extra care.

One extra look. A little less speed. A safer Somerset for everyone.

Somerset # South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Council and Somerset Roads Policing Unit & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service Community Safety and Prevention Zero South West RoadSmart

23/10/2026

🎃🌧️🍂 Darker Nights Are Here - Adapt Your Driving 🍂🌧️🎃

As the clocks go back this weekend, roads across Somerset will become darker earlier and weather conditions may be more challenging. Add Halloween into the mix, with more children and families out enjoying the festivities, and it's important that everyone takes extra care.

✅ Slow down and drive to the conditions. ✅ Look out for children near roads and crossing points. ✅ Allow extra stopping distance in wet weather. ✅ Wear bright or reflective clothing if you're walking or cycling.

Remember: Safe road use starts with individual choices. A few extra seconds of patience and attention could prevent a serious collision.

Let's make this Halloween memorable for the right reasons.

Vision Zero South West Somerset Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust and Somerset Roads Policing Unit & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service Community Safety and Prevention Council #

22/10/2026

⚠️ Storm forecast for Friday - plan ahead before you travel.

Heavy rain and strong winds can make journeys more challenging, whether you're driving, riding, cycling or walking.

🌧️ Slow down 💡 Be seen 🚗 Leave more space ⏱️ Allow extra travel time 👀 Stay focused

No journey is worth taking risks for. Please adapt your behaviour to the conditions and help keep Somerset's roads safe for everyone.

Travel Somerset Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service Community Safety and Prevention Council IAM RoadSmart and Somerset Live west Avon and Somerset Roads Policing Unit South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Vision Zero South West #

21/10/2026

🌦️ We're all affected by the weather. Let's look out for each other. 🚶🚲🚗🏍️

Stormy conditions and shorter daylight hours mean everyone needs to take extra care.

🚶 Pedestrians - wear something bright or reflective when walking near roads. 🚲 Cyclists - make sure your lights are charged and working. 🏍️ Riders - anticipate slippery surfaces and reduced visibility. 🚗 Drivers - expect longer stopping distances and look twice for vulnerable road users.

As the seasons change, small actions can help prevent serious collisions.

Stay visible. Stay alert. Stay safe.

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Travel Somerset Avon and Somerset Roads Policing Unit and Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service Community Safety and Prevention IAM RoadSmart Council National Highways

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