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.
Coastguards called to walker
CONCERNS for a man spotted walking half a mile from the shore across mudflats prompted a call-out for a team of Burnham-On-Sea Coastguards on Tuesday evening (August 30th). Five Burnham Coastguards were called to back up Weston Coastguards.
CONCERNS for a man spotted walking half a mile from the shore across mudflats prompted a call-out for a team of Burnham-On-Sea Coastguards on Tuesday evening (August 30th). Five Burnham Coastguards were called to back up Weston Coastguards.
Four arrests at harvest home
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea police have arrested four people after trouble flared up at the end of the East Brent Harvest Home at the weekend. Officers were called to the village by on-site security staff at 11pm on Friday amid reports of fighting and disorder.
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea police have arrested four people after trouble flared up at the end of the East Brent Harvest Home at the weekend. Officers were called to the village by on-site security staff at 11pm on Friday amid reports of fighting and disorder.
FolkFest countdown underway
THE countdown has begun to the sixth annual Burnham-On-Sea FolkFest, which is being held this weekend (September 2nd-4th). Vibrant young folk trio Uiscedwr will play at the FolkFest 2011 grand opening concert at the Princess Theatre this Friday, kicking off the big weekend.
THE countdown has begun to the sixth annual Burnham-On-Sea FolkFest, which is being held this weekend (September 2nd-4th). Vibrant young folk trio Uiscedwr will play at the FolkFest 2011 grand opening concert at the Princess Theatre this Friday, kicking off the big weekend.
Art plans for new hotel screening
Exclusive: A community group is being sought to decorate the new screening that has been installed over the past week at the front of the fire-ravaged Highbridge Hotel. Following pressure from local residents and councillors, hotel owner Derek Mead has introduced the wooden hoarding to help tidy up the site.
Exclusive: A community group is being sought to decorate the new screening that has been installed over the past week at the front of the fire-ravaged Highbridge Hotel. Following pressure from local residents and councillors, hotel owner Derek Mead has introduced the wooden hoarding to help tidy up the site.
MP: 'Bury power lines underground'
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP has this week called for a proposed 37-mile line of new power lines to be buried underground instead of running across Somerset's countryside. The National Grid wants to install the 152ft tall pylons between Hinkley Point and Avonmouth.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP has this week called for a proposed 37-mile line of new power lines to be buried underground instead of running across Somerset's countryside. The National Grid wants to install the 152ft tall pylons between Hinkley Point and Avonmouth.
Hospital fete raises £4,000
Photo Special: A BRAVE fundraiser spent the afternoon of Burnham hospital's annual fete sat in a padding pool while passers-by poured baked beans over her! Rose Brooks from Mencap, pictured, helped to raise hundreds of pounds for her charity and Burnham Hopsital.
Photo Special: A BRAVE fundraiser spent the afternoon of Burnham hospital's annual fete sat in a padding pool while passers-by poured baked beans over her! Rose Brooks from Mencap, pictured, helped to raise hundreds of pounds for her charity and Burnham Hopsital.
Crews rescue three in trapped car
FIRE crews removed the roof of a car to rescue three people trapped inside following an accident in East Brent earlier today (Monday, August 29th). Emergency services were called to the A38 at 2.50am after the car left the road, ending up in a roadside ditch.
FIRE crews removed the roof of a car to rescue three people trapped inside following an accident in East Brent earlier today (Monday, August 29th). Emergency services were called to the A38 at 2.50am after the car left the road, ending up in a roadside ditch.
In photos: Mark Flower Show
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP was the special guest at the annual flower and vegetable show in the village of Mark on Saturday (August 27th). Tessa Munt presented the trophies, cups and certificates to the 19 winners of this year's event, which was held in the village hall.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP was the special guest at the annual flower and vegetable show in the village of Mark on Saturday (August 27th). Tessa Munt presented the trophies, cups and certificates to the 19 winners of this year's event, which was held in the village hall.
Village history records on show
RARELY-seen historical birth, marriage and death records from the past century are on display to the public at a village church near Burnham-On-Sea this weekend. East Huntspill Church is holding an exhibition of parish records, some of which date back to 1911, throughout this weekend.
RARELY-seen historical birth, marriage and death records from the past century are on display to the public at a village church near Burnham-On-Sea this weekend. East Huntspill Church is holding an exhibition of parish records, some of which date back to 1911, throughout this weekend.
Man jailed over rape charges
A former East Huntspill man has been given a life jail term following the rape and indecent assault of two young girls. Vaughn Glynn, 48, has been convicted of nine counts of rape, four charges of sexual assault and two counts of making indecent images of children.
A former East Huntspill man has been given a life jail term following the rape and indecent assault of two young girls. Vaughn Glynn, 48, has been convicted of nine counts of rape, four charges of sexual assault and two counts of making indecent images of children.
Jedward's granny leads walk!
Photo Special: A CHARITY walker dressed as the grandmother of popstars Jedward was among the colourful participants taking part in Burnham-On-Sea's annual Smile Walk on Sunday (August 28th)! A small crowd turned out to watch the start of the fancy dress walk.
Photo Special: A CHARITY walker dressed as the grandmother of popstars Jedward was among the colourful participants taking part in Burnham-On-Sea's annual Smile Walk on Sunday (August 28th)! A small crowd turned out to watch the start of the fancy dress walk.
Toby, 16, gets big local send-off
Exclusive: A teenage water skier from Burnham-On-Sea is jetting off to Australia this week to compete in the World Water Skiing Championships - and he was given a big send-off by friends and family on Saturday (August 27th). Toby Duggun, 16, will be representing Great Britain in Brisbane.
Exclusive: A teenage water skier from Burnham-On-Sea is jetting off to Australia this week to compete in the World Water Skiing Championships - and he was given a big send-off by friends and family on Saturday (August 27th). Toby Duggun, 16, will be representing Great Britain in Brisbane.
Seafront Smile Walk today!
COLOURFULLY dressed fundraisers will pull on their walking boots when Burnham-On-Sea's annual Smile Walk is held on Sunday (August 28th). The fancy dress walk will start next to the town's jetty at 2pm and the walkers will make their way along The Esplanade.
COLOURFULLY dressed fundraisers will pull on their walking boots when Burnham-On-Sea's annual Smile Walk is held on Sunday (August 28th). The fancy dress walk will start next to the town's jetty at 2pm and the walkers will make their way along The Esplanade.
In photos: Berrow church fete
BIG crowds flocked to Berrow Church's annual summer fete on Saturday (August 27th). Bright sunshine attracted large numbers of supporters to the popular event at St Mary's Church, where a line-up of entertainment was held alongside traditional stalls and games.
BIG crowds flocked to Berrow Church's annual summer fete on Saturday (August 27th). Bright sunshine attracted large numbers of supporters to the popular event at St Mary's Church, where a line-up of entertainment was held alongside traditional stalls and games.
Bridge jumper prompts concern
BURNHAM-On-Sea Coastguards were called to Bridgwater this evening (Saturday, August 27th) to assist police with an incident in which a man had jumped from a tall bridge into the River Parrett. A team of four Coastguards was called to the roadway over the river in Western Way at 6.10pm.
BURNHAM-On-Sea Coastguards were called to Bridgwater this evening (Saturday, August 27th) to assist police with an incident in which a man had jumped from a tall bridge into the River Parrett. A team of four Coastguards was called to the roadway over the river in Western Way at 6.10pm.
Convoy thunders through town
Photos and Video: DOZENS of classic American hot rods, trucks and classic vehicles thundered through Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge on Saturday (August 27th) during a mass convoy for charity. Over 50 vehicles from the Blue Ridge Runners set off from the Oaktree Arena along the A38 and then drove in procession to Burnham via the A38 and Marine Drive.
Photos and Video: DOZENS of classic American hot rods, trucks and classic vehicles thundered through Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge on Saturday (August 27th) during a mass convoy for charity. Over 50 vehicles from the Blue Ridge Runners set off from the Oaktree Arena along the A38 and then drove in procession to Burnham via the A38 and Marine Drive.
New homes plan gets backing
Exclusive: PROPOSALS to build a new developent of nine new homes in Burnham-On-Sea have this week been given a thumbs-up by the Town Council. An application for outline planning permission for nine dwellings on land to the rear of 24 Golf Links Road was considered by members of the Town Council's Planning Applications Committee.
Exclusive: PROPOSALS to build a new developent of nine new homes in Burnham-On-Sea have this week been given a thumbs-up by the Town Council. An application for outline planning permission for nine dwellings on land to the rear of 24 Golf Links Road was considered by members of the Town Council's Planning Applications Committee.
In photos: East Brent Harvest Home
HUNDREDS of people took part in traditional festivities at the annual East Brent Harvest Home on Friday (August 26th). Over 400 people filled the event's show tent to tuck into a hearty meal and enjoy a day of entertainment, which included Burtle Brass Band, live music acts and fairground rides.
HUNDREDS of people took part in traditional festivities at the annual East Brent Harvest Home on Friday (August 26th). Over 400 people filled the event's show tent to tuck into a hearty meal and enjoy a day of entertainment, which included Burtle Brass Band, live music acts and fairground rides.
100 car convoy heads to Burnham
ALMOST 100 classic American hot rods, trucks and classic vehicles will thunder through Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday lunchtime (August 27th) in a mass convoy for charity. The Blue Ridge Runners will be setting off from the Oaktree Arena at around 12.30pm.
ALMOST 100 classic American hot rods, trucks and classic vehicles will thunder through Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday lunchtime (August 27th) in a mass convoy for charity. The Blue Ridge Runners will be setting off from the Oaktree Arena at around 12.30pm.
Police appeal over racist abuse
BRITISH Transport Police have today (Friday) appealed for the public’s help in identifying a man they would like to speak following an incident on board a train in Highbridge. Officers have released a CCTV image of a man they believe will be able to help the investigation.
BRITISH Transport Police have today (Friday) appealed for the public’s help in identifying a man they would like to speak following an incident on board a train in Highbridge. Officers have released a CCTV image of a man they believe will be able to help the investigation.
Wild West hits Brent Knoll!
VISITORS to Brent Knoll will be able to get a taste of the Wild West this Bank Holiday weekend while raising funds for a good cause. Sanders Garden World will be hosting a Wild West Weekend from this Saturday (August 27th) right through until Bank Holiday Monday afternoon.
VISITORS to Brent Knoll will be able to get a taste of the Wild West this Bank Holiday weekend while raising funds for a good cause. Sanders Garden World will be hosting a Wild West Weekend from this Saturday (August 27th) right through until Bank Holiday Monday afternoon.
Volunteers give library support
Exclusive: A NEW group of volunteers that has been formed to help run Highbridge Library when the County Council closes it down later this year met for the first time at a public meeting on Thursday evening (August 25th). The group gathered at the Town Council chambers.
Exclusive: A NEW group of volunteers that has been formed to help run Highbridge Library when the County Council closes it down later this year met for the first time at a public meeting on Thursday evening (August 25th). The group gathered at the Town Council chambers.
Fresh warning after 4x4 rescue
A FRESH warning has been issued to motorists driving on beaches in the Burnham-On-Sea area after this stranded 4x4 had to be towed to safety at Berrow on Thursday (August 25th). Beach wardens called on the help of Burnham-based rescue charity BARB after a holidaymaker's Land Rover became stranded.
A FRESH warning has been issued to motorists driving on beaches in the Burnham-On-Sea area after this stranded 4x4 had to be towed to safety at Berrow on Thursday (August 25th). Beach wardens called on the help of Burnham-based rescue charity BARB after a holidaymaker's Land Rover became stranded.
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 The Inbetweeners. 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 The Inbetweeners. Read more of Molly's reviews of the best films appearing at Burnham's Ritz Cinema on Burnham-On-Sea.com.
Town GCSE results celebrated
GCSE students at Highbridge's King Alfred School were celebrating on Thursday morning (August 25th) after achieving a fantastic set of results. 68% of students managed to achieve the headline figure of 5 or more GCSE grades at C grade or above including English and Maths.
GCSE students at Highbridge's King Alfred School were celebrating on Thursday morning (August 25th) after achieving a fantastic set of results. 68% of students managed to achieve the headline figure of 5 or more GCSE grades at C grade or above including English and Maths.
Model rail show this weekend
CROWDS of model train enthusiasts from across the UK will gather in Burnham-On-Sea this Bank Holiday weekend for a popular two-day exhibition. The annual Sedgemoor Rail event, run by Burnham and District Model Railway Club, will be held on Saturday and Sunday at King Alfred School.
CROWDS of model train enthusiasts from across the UK will gather in Burnham-On-Sea this Bank Holiday weekend for a popular two-day exhibition. The annual Sedgemoor Rail event, run by Burnham and District Model Railway Club, will be held on Saturday and Sunday at King Alfred School.
