BARB helps RSPCA's bird influx
VOLUNTEERS from Burnham-based rescue charity BARB have been helping the RSPCA in dealing with the arrival of hundreds of seabirds this week. The RSPCA's West Hatch animal rescue centre near Taunton has been struggling to cope with an influx of 500 birds.
VOLUNTEERS from Burnham-based rescue charity BARB have been helping the RSPCA in dealing with the arrival of hundreds of seabirds this week. The RSPCA's West Hatch animal rescue centre near Taunton has been struggling to cope with an influx of 500 birds.
550 new homes edge closer
PLANS to build up to 550 new homes in Highbridge have moved a step closer this week with the submission of the plans to Sedgemoor District Council. Burnham-On-Sea.com first reported earlier this year that hundreds of new homes are earmarked for the Brue Farm site.
PLANS to build up to 550 new homes in Highbridge have moved a step closer this week with the submission of the plans to Sedgemoor District Council. Burnham-On-Sea.com first reported earlier this year that hundreds of new homes are earmarked for the Brue Farm site.
Wrong-way M5 driver jailed
A DRUNK woman who drove the wrong way for 23 miles along the M5 motorway past Burnham-On-Sea has been jailed for nine months this week. Deborah Hunt, 43, from Langport, drove north on the southbound carriageway of the M5 in July, from Bridgwater to Weston.
A DRUNK woman who drove the wrong way for 23 miles along the M5 motorway past Burnham-On-Sea has been jailed for nine months this week. Deborah Hunt, 43, from Langport, drove north on the southbound carriageway of the M5 in July, from Bridgwater to Weston.
£2,100 boost for fighting fund
A FUNDRAISING wine tasting and tapas evening has this week helped raise £2,100 for the campaign to halt wind turbines from being erected in Rooksbridge, near Burnham-On-Sea. The event at Wedmore Golf Course was held on September 3rd by the No Pilrow action group.
A FUNDRAISING wine tasting and tapas evening has this week helped raise £2,100 for the campaign to halt wind turbines from being erected in Rooksbridge, near Burnham-On-Sea. The event at Wedmore Golf Course was held on September 3rd by the No Pilrow action group.
Two arrested after bar 'fight'
Exclusive: A BAR doorman was injured after an incident outside a Brean pub during the early hours of Wednesday morning (September 7th). Two people were arrested by Burnham police after an alleged fight at Krackers Bar in South Road, Brean at 1.15am.
Exclusive: A BAR doorman was injured after an incident outside a Brean pub during the early hours of Wednesday morning (September 7th). Two people were arrested by Burnham police after an alleged fight at Krackers Bar in South Road, Brean at 1.15am.
Town club feeling in the pink
MEMBERS of Burnham-On-Sea's Inner Wheel Club were feeling in the pink when they held a barbecue in aid of a breast cancer charity on Saturday (September 3rd). The event, which was held in the garden of President Sandra Moon, saw £200 being raised for the good cause.
MEMBERS of Burnham-On-Sea's Inner Wheel Club were feeling in the pink when they held a barbecue in aid of a breast cancer charity on Saturday (September 3rd). The event, which was held in the garden of President Sandra Moon, saw £200 being raised for the good cause.
Prizes for carnival's royalty!
THE queen and princesses who will lead this year's Highbridge and Burnham Carnival have this week been presented with prizes for winning the keenly-contested competition to fill their roles. Jenny Yip, Catherine Tolley and Alyssa Jarvis will lead November's spectacular event.
THE queen and princesses who will lead this year's Highbridge and Burnham Carnival have this week been presented with prizes for winning the keenly-contested competition to fill their roles. Jenny Yip, Catherine Tolley and Alyssa Jarvis will lead November's spectacular event.
Town given say on hotel's future
Exclusive: RESIDENTS in Highbridge will be given the opportunity to have their say on the future development of the fire-ravaged Highbridge Hotel, it was announced this week. A public 'workshop' is to be held next month when the public will be given a chance to influence what kind of development are introduced.
Exclusive: RESIDENTS in Highbridge will be given the opportunity to have their say on the future development of the fire-ravaged Highbridge Hotel, it was announced this week. A public 'workshop' is to be held next month when the public will be given a chance to influence what kind of development are introduced.
Best wishes for former Mayor
Exclusive: MESSAGES of support have this week been made to a former Mayor of Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge who is recovering after a serious accident. Hilary Rose – who served as Mayor between 1995 and 1998 – was rushed to hospital after suffering a fall in her home.
Exclusive: MESSAGES of support have this week been made to a former Mayor of Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge who is recovering after a serious accident. Hilary Rose – who served as Mayor between 1995 and 1998 – was rushed to hospital after suffering a fall in her home.
Extra Olympic torch nominees
Exclusive: MORE residents from across the Burnham-On-Sea area have been nominated to become Olympic Torch Bearers. New nominees in the Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge are include Jessie Rogers, Julia Gibson, Rhiannon Parsons, Jane Sinnott, and Corey Nicolls.
Exclusive: MORE residents from across the Burnham-On-Sea area have been nominated to become Olympic Torch Bearers. New nominees in the Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge are include Jessie Rogers, Julia Gibson, Rhiannon Parsons, Jane Sinnott, and Corey Nicolls.
First look at Cove's £360k revamp
Exclusive: THE finishing touches are this week being made to the £360,000 refurbishment of Burnham-On-Sea's Marine Cove gardens, which are set to officially re-open to the public later this month. The project - which is being part-funded with £344,200 from the Heritage Lottery Fund - includes new paving, landscaping, walls, fencing, lighting and water features.
Exclusive: THE finishing touches are this week being made to the £360,000 refurbishment of Burnham-On-Sea's Marine Cove gardens, which are set to officially re-open to the public later this month. The project - which is being part-funded with £344,200 from the Heritage Lottery Fund - includes new paving, landscaping, walls, fencing, lighting and water features.
Tim Henman plays town coach
BURNHAM-On-Sea tennis coach Nick Arnold got to fulfil one of his ambitions when he played against former British Number 1 Tim Henman. Nick, who coaches at Burnham's Avenue Tennis Club, was offered the rare opportunity to travel to Leeds to play tennis with Tim.
BURNHAM-On-Sea tennis coach Nick Arnold got to fulfil one of his ambitions when he played against former British Number 1 Tim Henman. Nick, who coaches at Burnham's Avenue Tennis Club, was offered the rare opportunity to travel to Leeds to play tennis with Tim.
What's on at The Ritz cinema?
BURNHAM-On-Sea film enthusiast Molly Harding reviews the films currently showing at the town's Ritz Cinema. This week, she reviews Rise of the Planet Of The Apes and Fright Night 3D Read more of Molly's reviews of the best films appearing at Burnham's Ritz Cinema on Burnham-On-Sea.com.
BURNHAM-On-Sea film enthusiast Molly Harding reviews the films currently showing at the town's Ritz Cinema. This week, she reviews Rise of the Planet Of The Apes and Fright Night 3D Read more of Molly's reviews of the best films appearing at Burnham's Ritz Cinema on Burnham-On-Sea.com.
Nick becomes jet ski champ
BURNHAM-On-Sea jet skier Nick Edrich is celebrating this week after becoming British jet ski stock novice champion. Nick clinched the title after competing in the final round of the British jet ski championships at Milton Keynes last weekend when he performed really well.
BURNHAM-On-Sea jet skier Nick Edrich is celebrating this week after becoming British jet ski stock novice champion. Nick clinched the title after competing in the final round of the British jet ski championships at Milton Keynes last weekend when he performed really well.
Man brings trains to a halt
Exclusive: A man was detained by police after bringing train services to a halt on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea on Monday evening (September 5th). Police were called to Highbridge Railway Station shortly before 7pm after a man was seen on the tracks by the driver of an approaching train.
Exclusive: A man was detained by police after bringing train services to a halt on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea on Monday evening (September 5th). Police were called to Highbridge Railway Station shortly before 7pm after a man was seen on the tracks by the driver of an approaching train.
Plea for more carnival helpers
Exclusive: ORGANISERS of this year's Highbridge and Burnham Carnival have issued a plea for volunteers to come forward to help with collections on the night. The popular event, which this year will be held on Monday November 7th, needs more collectors to remain financially viable.
Exclusive: ORGANISERS of this year's Highbridge and Burnham Carnival have issued a plea for volunteers to come forward to help with collections on the night. The popular event, which this year will be held on Monday November 7th, needs more collectors to remain financially viable.
Fashion show this Thursday
A FUNDRAISING fashion show is to be held in Brent Knoll this Thursday (September 8th) to help raise money for a charity that creates gardens at children's hospices. Sanders Garden World is hosting the event to raise cash for national kids charity Greenfingers.
A FUNDRAISING fashion show is to be held in Brent Knoll this Thursday (September 8th) to help raise money for a charity that creates gardens at children's hospices. Sanders Garden World is hosting the event to raise cash for national kids charity Greenfingers.
Hinkley fears for Burnham area
Exclusive: TOWN councillors have this week raised fresh concerns about the impact the multi-billion pound expansion of Hinkley Point will have on Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge. At a meeting last night (Monday, September 5th), they quizzed Paul Wheatley, Sedgemoor District Council's Policy Officer, on some of the potential traffic, infrastructure and housing issues.
Exclusive: TOWN councillors have this week raised fresh concerns about the impact the multi-billion pound expansion of Hinkley Point will have on Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge. At a meeting last night (Monday, September 5th), they quizzed Paul Wheatley, Sedgemoor District Council's Policy Officer, on some of the potential traffic, infrastructure and housing issues.
Bag packing raises £1,276
A GROUP of fundraising students from Highbridge's King Alfred School this week raised over £1,000 by packing bags in a Burnham supermarket. The group of 14 youngsters from the school are aiming to raise £14,000 to enable them to go on a very special educational trip.
A GROUP of fundraising students from Highbridge's King Alfred School this week raised over £1,000 by packing bags in a Burnham supermarket. The group of 14 youngsters from the school are aiming to raise £14,000 to enable them to go on a very special educational trip.
Burnham pair's 15,000ft leap!
MORE than £1,000 has been raised for a Burnham-On-Sea charity by two brave fundraisers with a head for heights! Katie Panayi and Simon Murdie from Burnham's Skye Bar have taken part in a 15,000ft parachute jump in aid of Burnham's branch of the Coastguard Association.
MORE than £1,000 has been raised for a Burnham-On-Sea charity by two brave fundraisers with a head for heights! Katie Panayi and Simon Murdie from Burnham's Skye Bar have taken part in a 15,000ft parachute jump in aid of Burnham's branch of the Coastguard Association.
Twinning group visits France
A PARTY of 22 members from the Burnham and Highbridge Town Twinning Association have just returned from a visit to their French twin town of St Georges de Reintembault, the second largest town in the Canton of Louvigne du Desert. The party were greeted by the Mayor.
A PARTY of 22 members from the Burnham and Highbridge Town Twinning Association have just returned from a visit to their French twin town of St Georges de Reintembault, the second largest town in the Canton of Louvigne du Desert. The party were greeted by the Mayor.
Town pub landlord calls time
A BURNHAM-On-Sea pub landlord is calling time for the final time this week after almost five years in the job. Danny Pearce, pictured, is leaving the Railway Inn in Burnham High Street for personal reasons. On Sunday evening (September 4th) he held a farewell party.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea pub landlord is calling time for the final time this week after almost five years in the job. Danny Pearce, pictured, is leaving the Railway Inn in Burnham High Street for personal reasons. On Sunday evening (September 4th) he held a farewell party.
Nursery celebrates 10 years
A BURNHAM-On-Sea nursery celebrated its 10th anniversary with a special party at the weekend. Playaway in Maddock's Slade Road held a special open day on Saturday (September 3rd) for current and former children, which included a cake-cutting ceremony.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea nursery celebrated its 10th anniversary with a special party at the weekend. Playaway in Maddock's Slade Road held a special open day on Saturday (September 3rd) for current and former children, which included a cake-cutting ceremony.
FolkFest attracts record crowd
RECORD crowds filled Burnham-On-Sea's Manor Gardens on Sunday (September 4th) to watch the final day of the town's FolkFest. Several thousand people crammed into the gardens for an afternoon of live folk music and dance from a great line-up of performers.
RECORD crowds filled Burnham-On-Sea's Manor Gardens on Sunday (September 4th) to watch the final day of the town's FolkFest. Several thousand people crammed into the gardens for an afternoon of live folk music and dance from a great line-up of performers.
Video highlights of Stert Island Swim
A total of 64 swimmers completed Burnham-On-Sea's gruelling Stert Island Swim today (Sunday, September 4th) which was won by the race's organiser. A large crowd lined the jetty and seafront to watch the annual 2,400m sea race from Burnham to Stert and back, which began at high tide at 11.30am.
A total of 64 swimmers completed Burnham-On-Sea's gruelling Stert Island Swim today (Sunday, September 4th) which was won by the race's organiser. A large crowd lined the jetty and seafront to watch the annual 2,400m sea race from Burnham to Stert and back, which began at high tide at 11.30am.
64 complete Burnham's Stert Swim
A total of 64 swimmers completed Burnham-On-Sea's gruelling Stert Island Swim today (Sunday, September 4th) which was won by the race's organiser. A large crowd lined the jetty and seafront to watch the annual 2,400m sea race from Burnham to Stert and back, which began at high tide at 11.30am.
A total of 64 swimmers completed Burnham-On-Sea's gruelling Stert Island Swim today (Sunday, September 4th) which was won by the race's organiser. A large crowd lined the jetty and seafront to watch the annual 2,400m sea race from Burnham to Stert and back, which began at high tide at 11.30am.
Megan celebrates success
YOUNG Burnham-On-Sea tennis player Megan Rundle has plenty of reasons to celebrate. Megan, who plays at Burnham's Avenue Tennis Club, has had a successful month, winning several Mini Red (Under 8, Grade 3) trophies and medals and claiming tournament victories too.
YOUNG Burnham-On-Sea tennis player Megan Rundle has plenty of reasons to celebrate. Megan, who plays at Burnham's Avenue Tennis Club, has had a successful month, winning several Mini Red (Under 8, Grade 3) trophies and medals and claiming tournament victories too.
Stert Island Swim tomorrow
EIGHTY swimmers will dash into the sea at the start of Burnham-On-Sea's annual Stert Island Swim tomorrow (Sunday, September 4th). The unique 2,400m race will this year start earlier than normal at 11.30am, watched by crowds of onlookers along the seafront.
EIGHTY swimmers will dash into the sea at the start of Burnham-On-Sea's annual Stert Island Swim tomorrow (Sunday, September 4th). The unique 2,400m race will this year start earlier than normal at 11.30am, watched by crowds of onlookers along the seafront.
Saturday's FolkFest in photos
FOLK music lovers flocked to Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday (September 3rd) when dozens of musicians and performers were in action across the town. Burnham's sixth annual FolkFest was in full swing with more than 70 musical acts and performers laying on entertainment at seven venues.
FOLK music lovers flocked to Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday (September 3rd) when dozens of musicians and performers were in action across the town. Burnham's sixth annual FolkFest was in full swing with more than 70 musical acts and performers laying on entertainment at seven venues.
MP joins wind farm protest
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP joined dozens of campaigners on Saturday (September 3rd) who are fighting plans for a controversial wind farm near the town. Tessa Munt met over 80 members of the No Pilrow campaign, which is opposing proposals by Broadview Energy to build six 140 metre turbines on farmland at Pilrow, approximately one kilometre south of Rooksbridge.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP joined dozens of campaigners on Saturday (September 3rd) who are fighting plans for a controversial wind farm near the town. Tessa Munt met over 80 members of the No Pilrow campaign, which is opposing proposals by Broadview Energy to build six 140 metre turbines on farmland at Pilrow, approximately one kilometre south of Rooksbridge.
FolkFest gets into full swing
CROWDS of music lovers will flock to Burnham-On-Sea today (Saturday, September 3rd) when dozens of musicians and performers will be in action across the town. Burnham's sixth year FolkFest will be in full swing throughout the day as more than 70 musical acts and dance groups perform at seven venues.
CROWDS of music lovers will flock to Burnham-On-Sea today (Saturday, September 3rd) when dozens of musicians and performers will be in action across the town. Burnham's sixth year FolkFest will be in full swing throughout the day as more than 70 musical acts and dance groups perform at seven venues.
Free fireworks display tonight
THE skies above Brean will be lit up with fireworks tonight (Saturday, September 3rd) when Brean Leisure Park holds a free end-of-season display. While there will be no admittance charge, there will be collections on the night for local Burnham charities and good causes.
THE skies above Brean will be lit up with fireworks tonight (Saturday, September 3rd) when Brean Leisure Park holds a free end-of-season display. While there will be no admittance charge, there will be collections on the night for local Burnham charities and good causes.
Christmas arrives in Brean!
HOLIDAYMAKERS in Brean got in a festive mood to raise hundreds of pounds for Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercraft charity BARB this week with a summer display of Christmas lights! Caravans and tents at Diamond Farm Holiday Park were decorated with festive displays of tinsel and snowmen.
HOLIDAYMAKERS in Brean got in a festive mood to raise hundreds of pounds for Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercraft charity BARB this week with a summer display of Christmas lights! Caravans and tents at Diamond Farm Holiday Park were decorated with festive displays of tinsel and snowmen.
Chip pan causes town blaze
BURNHAM-On-Sea's fire crews were called to a blaze at a Highbridge home early today (Saturday) which was caused by an unattended chip pan. Crews from Burnham and Bridgwater rushed to Sparks Way at 1.43am where the property had been evacuated of occupants.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's fire crews were called to a blaze at a Highbridge home early today (Saturday) which was caused by an unattended chip pan. Crews from Burnham and Bridgwater rushed to Sparks Way at 1.43am where the property had been evacuated of occupants.
Tesco delays town store expansion
Exclusive: TESCO has this week delivered a blow to Burnham's regeneration project by saying it will not be proceeding with the multi-million pound expansion of its Burnham-On-Sea store for at least another year. The supermarket giant says it is 'still committed' to expanding its store.
Exclusive: TESCO has this week delivered a blow to Burnham's regeneration project by saying it will not be proceeding with the multi-million pound expansion of its Burnham-On-Sea store for at least another year. The supermarket giant says it is 'still committed' to expanding its store.
FolkFest is off to a great start
BURNHAM-On-Sea's sixth annual FolkFest got off to a great start last night and continues this evening (Friday, September 2nd) with a special concert featuring a top line-up. The popular folk festival opened on Thursday evening at the Ritz Social Club with French-themed music act Sur Les Docks.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's sixth annual FolkFest got off to a great start last night and continues this evening (Friday, September 2nd) with a special concert featuring a top line-up. The popular folk festival opened on Thursday evening at the Ritz Social Club with French-themed music act Sur Les Docks.
Skittles team reaches finals
A HIGHBRIDGE pub's skittles team is celebrating making the finals of a regional tournament. The Royalists, who are based at The Bristol Bridge Inn on the A38, will be travelling to Torquay to compete in the Blackthorn Skittles British Championships during October.
A HIGHBRIDGE pub's skittles team is celebrating making the finals of a regional tournament. The Royalists, who are based at The Bristol Bridge Inn on the A38, will be travelling to Torquay to compete in the Blackthorn Skittles British Championships during October.
Mystery goo is 'harmless algae'
Exclusive: THE Environment Agency has reassured beach users in Burnham-On-Sea that this brown gloopy substance being washed up along the town's tideline this week is "a perfectly harmless algae." Its statement comes amid concerns from beach users that the unsightly substance could be toxic.
Exclusive: THE Environment Agency has reassured beach users in Burnham-On-Sea that this brown gloopy substance being washed up along the town's tideline this week is "a perfectly harmless algae." Its statement comes amid concerns from beach users that the unsightly substance could be toxic.
Darren celebrates 25th year!
A FAMILIAR face behind the til of a Burnham-On-Sea hardware shop has this week clocked up a quarter of a century working at the store. A surprise ceremony was held on Thursday (September 1st) for Darren Gibbons, who has worked 25 year at Home Hardware.
A FAMILIAR face behind the til of a Burnham-On-Sea hardware shop has this week clocked up a quarter of a century working at the store. A surprise ceremony was held on Thursday (September 1st) for Darren Gibbons, who has worked 25 year at Home Hardware.
FolkFest starts this evening!
BURNHAM-On-Sea's sixth annual FolkFest gets underway today (Thursday) with an opening gig. Lively group Sur Les Docks plus local support will be playing at the Ritz Social Club in Victoria Street. The concert will get underway at 8pm, with entrance at £4 per person.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's sixth annual FolkFest gets underway today (Thursday) with an opening gig. Lively group Sur Les Docks plus local support will be playing at the Ritz Social Club in Victoria Street. The concert will get underway at 8pm, with entrance at £4 per person.
17-month wait for window fix
Exclusive: A Highbridge resident whose council home is plagued by damp has this week attacked Homes In Sedgemoor for telling her the soonest they can fix the problem is January 2013. Tina Gray says faulty windows in her home are causing condensation to build up and create damp.
Exclusive: A Highbridge resident whose council home is plagued by damp has this week attacked Homes In Sedgemoor for telling her the soonest they can fix the problem is January 2013. Tina Gray says faulty windows in her home are causing condensation to build up and create damp.
Hospital praised by inspectors
NATIONAL inspectors have this week praised standards for patients at Burnham-On-Sea's War Memorial Hospital. Every year, the Patient Environment Action Team (PEAT) publishes comparative information showing the standards across a range of patient services.
NATIONAL inspectors have this week praised standards for patients at Burnham-On-Sea's War Memorial Hospital. Every year, the Patient Environment Action Team (PEAT) publishes comparative information showing the standards across a range of patient services.
10m town sign wins approval
Exclusive: A 10-metre wide sign displaying the word 'Highbridge' is to be introduced next to the town's clock. Burnham and Highbridge Town Council's application to introduce the new sign in Jubilee Gardens next to the A38 has this week been granted approval.
Exclusive: A 10-metre wide sign displaying the word 'Highbridge' is to be introduced next to the town's clock. Burnham and Highbridge Town Council's application to introduce the new sign in Jubilee Gardens next to the A38 has this week been granted approval.
Children walk on water!
CHILDREN were able to experience walking on water when the unusual activity of water zorbing came to a garden centre near Burnham-On-Sea at the weekend. Sanders Garden World had several giant bubbles, filled with air, which youngsters were able to climb into.
CHILDREN were able to experience walking on water when the unusual activity of water zorbing came to a garden centre near Burnham-On-Sea at the weekend. Sanders Garden World had several giant bubbles, filled with air, which youngsters were able to climb into.
Model rail fans flock to show
CROWDS of model train enthusiasts from across the UK gathered in Burnham-On-Sea over the Bank Holiday weekend for a popular two-day exhibition. The annual Sedgemoor Rail event, run by Burnham and District Model Railway Club, was held on August 27th and 28th.
CROWDS of model train enthusiasts from across the UK gathered in Burnham-On-Sea over the Bank Holiday weekend for a popular two-day exhibition. The annual Sedgemoor Rail event, run by Burnham and District Model Railway Club, was held on August 27th and 28th.
Tourism business feels pinch
Exclusive: TOURISM businesses in Burnham-On-Sea enjoyed a busy August Bank Holiday weekend, but trade over the whole summer has been generally disappointing. Somerset Tourism Association says the Burnham area has seen more day-trippers and short-stay visitors.
Exclusive: TOURISM businesses in Burnham-On-Sea enjoyed a busy August Bank Holiday weekend, but trade over the whole summer has been generally disappointing. Somerset Tourism Association says the Burnham area has seen more day-trippers and short-stay visitors.
Dreamscheme's busy summer
YOUNGSTERS from Burnham-On-Sea's Dreamscheme have ended their busy summer of community activities with a well-deserved trip to a fun park. The 42 members of Burnham Dreamscheme ended their hectic month with a day trip to Crealy Adventure Park on the final day of the summer.
YOUNGSTERS from Burnham-On-Sea's Dreamscheme have ended their busy summer of community activities with a well-deserved trip to a fun park. The 42 members of Burnham Dreamscheme ended their hectic month with a day trip to Crealy Adventure Park on the final day of the summer.
Town Pubwatch group grows
BURNHAM-On-Sea's long-running Pubwatch group is linking up with schemes in Bridgwater and Taunton. The Burnham group - which represents 14 pubs and clubs - has amalgamated with the two other towns to strengthen its operation. Burnham Pubwatch has been running for over 11 years.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's long-running Pubwatch group is linking up with schemes in Bridgwater and Taunton. The Burnham group - which represents 14 pubs and clubs - has amalgamated with the two other towns to strengthen its operation. Burnham Pubwatch has been running for over 11 years.
Idyllic Burnham rivals Med!
CALM weather combined with one of the highest tides of the year generated idyllic scenes in Burnham-On-Sea on Tuesday evening (August 30th). The 11.79m high tide at 8.43pm was among the six highest tides of 2011, sweeping beaches clean of litter and touching the foot of the dunes at Berrow.
CALM weather combined with one of the highest tides of the year generated idyllic scenes in Burnham-On-Sea on Tuesday evening (August 30th). The 11.79m high tide at 8.43pm was among the six highest tides of 2011, sweeping beaches clean of litter and touching the foot of the dunes at Berrow.
Children's Mission visit beach
YOUNG members of Burnham-On-Sea's Lighthouse Children’s Mission have taken to the town's beach for two days of fun and games. The event, sponsored by The Lighthouse Christian Fellowship, was held on the sand next to Burnham Pavilion over the past week.
YOUNG members of Burnham-On-Sea's Lighthouse Children’s Mission have taken to the town's beach for two days of fun and games. The event, sponsored by The Lighthouse Christian Fellowship, was held on the sand next to Burnham Pavilion over the past week.
