Scouts appeal for funding help
TWO Explorer Scouts from Burnham-On-Sea who have been selected to represent Somerset at the 22nd World Scout Jamboree in Sweden this summer are holding two fundraising events this weekend. Emily Burland and Rebecca Roseff each have to raise £2,000 to attend.
TWO Explorer Scouts from Burnham-On-Sea who have been selected to represent Somerset at the 22nd World Scout Jamboree in Sweden this summer are holding two fundraising events this weekend. Emily Burland and Rebecca Roseff each have to raise £2,000 to attend.
New warning signs welcomed
Exclusive: NEW warning signs have been introduced on Brean Down by the National Trust following a series of dog deaths on the steep cliffs. Burnham-On-Sea.com reported earlier this month how pet owners had stepped up their calls for improved warnings after five deaths on the Down this year.
Exclusive: NEW warning signs have been introduced on Brean Down by the National Trust following a series of dog deaths on the steep cliffs. Burnham-On-Sea.com reported earlier this month how pet owners had stepped up their calls for improved warnings after five deaths on the Down this year.
Voice of ITV's 'X-Factor' to visit
PETER Dickson, the voice of ITV1's The X-Factor, will be visiting a Brean holiday park this weekend when he joins up with a pop group to perform a summer hit. Members of the public are welcome to visit Pontin's Brean Sands on Sunday 25th July at around 9pm.
PETER Dickson, the voice of ITV1's The X-Factor, will be visiting a Brean holiday park this weekend when he joins up with a pop group to perform a summer hit. Members of the public are welcome to visit Pontin's Brean Sands on Sunday 25th July at around 9pm.
Crowds flock to flower show
A COLOURFUL flower festival attracted crowds of visitors to a tiny church on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea at the weekend. Over a dozen colourful flower displays were on show at the two-day event in Edithmead Church, which ended on Sunday afternoon (July 18th).
A COLOURFUL flower festival attracted crowds of visitors to a tiny church on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea at the weekend. Over a dozen colourful flower displays were on show at the two-day event in Edithmead Church, which ended on Sunday afternoon (July 18th).
Britannia boosts town charity
GENEROUS staff at a bank in Burnham-On-Sea have given a local charity a boost by holding a fundraising walk. Staff at the Britannia in College Street have raised over £280 for hovercraft charity BARB by holding a sponsored walk from Burnham to Berrow and other events.
GENEROUS staff at a bank in Burnham-On-Sea have given a local charity a boost by holding a fundraising walk. Staff at the Britannia in College Street have raised over £280 for hovercraft charity BARB by holding a sponsored walk from Burnham to Berrow and other events.
Awards for St John Badgers
MEMBERS of Highbridge's St John Ambulance Badgers have been celebrating success after receiving awards during the group's annual presentation evening. Three 'Superbadger' Awards were handed to Katie Watts, Paige Heyward and Jaymie Whitehouse during the evening.
MEMBERS of Highbridge's St John Ambulance Badgers have been celebrating success after receiving awards during the group's annual presentation evening. Three 'Superbadger' Awards were handed to Katie Watts, Paige Heyward and Jaymie Whitehouse during the evening.
Bid to halt 13 seafront flats
Exclusive: THE campaign to prevent this Burnham seafront home from being demolished and replaced with a block of 13 flats has been relaunched this week after the developer lodged a formal appeal into the decision to reject the scheme. Moose Roper Limited has appealed to The Planning Inspectorate.
Exclusive: THE campaign to prevent this Burnham seafront home from being demolished and replaced with a block of 13 flats has been relaunched this week after the developer lodged a formal appeal into the decision to reject the scheme. Moose Roper Limited has appealed to The Planning Inspectorate.
Wind farm 'poses M5 risk'
Exclusive: A PROPOSED wind farm that could be built next to the M5 motorway near Burnham-On-Sea would "create long, moving shadows across the carriageways", causing confusion to motorists and raising the risk of accidents, a leading wind farm protester told a packed meeting on Tuesday evening (July 20th).
Exclusive: A PROPOSED wind farm that could be built next to the M5 motorway near Burnham-On-Sea would "create long, moving shadows across the carriageways", causing confusion to motorists and raising the risk of accidents, a leading wind farm protester told a packed meeting on Tuesday evening (July 20th).
Town's U3A marks milestone
BURNHAM-On-Sea and Highbridge's Mayor was the VIP guest at a special event to celebrate the 10th anniversary of a popular group this week. Cllr Michael Clark opened Monday's event to mark Highbridge University of the Third Age's 10th birthday. A celebratory lunch was held in the community hall.
BURNHAM-On-Sea and Highbridge's Mayor was the VIP guest at a special event to celebrate the 10th anniversary of a popular group this week. Cllr Michael Clark opened Monday's event to mark Highbridge University of the Third Age's 10th birthday. A celebratory lunch was held in the community hall.
Fun-raising week in Burnham
YOUNGSTERS at a Burnham-On-Sea nursery have been holding a week of fun-filled events in aid of two good causes. Children at the Fairstart Nursery in Princess Street enjoyed a visit to a park and took part in a fun Olympics to raise money for BARB and British Heart Foundation.
YOUNGSTERS at a Burnham-On-Sea nursery have been holding a week of fun-filled events in aid of two good causes. Children at the Fairstart Nursery in Princess Street enjoyed a visit to a park and took part in a fun Olympics to raise money for BARB and British Heart Foundation.
Bloom judges visit Highbridge
TWO judges were 'blooming impressed' when they made a tour of Highbridge during their assessment of the town for the Britain In Bloom competition on Monday (July 19th). Judges Tony Moore and John Bowden were given a guided tour of the town after being welcomed.
TWO judges were 'blooming impressed' when they made a tour of Highbridge during their assessment of the town for the Britain In Bloom competition on Monday (July 19th). Judges Tony Moore and John Bowden were given a guided tour of the town after being welcomed.
PACT meetings this week
BURNHAM and Highbridge residents will be able to have their say about policing in the towns when quarterly Partners and Communities Together (PACT) meetings are held over the next few days. PACT meetings give residents a chance to influence policing.
BURNHAM and Highbridge residents will be able to have their say about policing in the towns when quarterly Partners and Communities Together (PACT) meetings are held over the next few days. PACT meetings give residents a chance to influence policing.
Radio station visits Burnham
PART of Burnham-On-Sea's seafront was turned into a radio broadcasting studio on Monday (July 19th) when a local radio station visited the town. BBC Somerset's bus pulled up on The Esplanade, allowing presenter Emma Britton to broadcast her Morning Show live.
PART of Burnham-On-Sea's seafront was turned into a radio broadcasting studio on Monday (July 19th) when a local radio station visited the town. BBC Somerset's bus pulled up on The Esplanade, allowing presenter Emma Britton to broadcast her Morning Show live.
Whole school gets beach treat
OVER 300 pupils from a Burnham-On-Sea school were treated to a morning on the town's beach to mark the end of the summer term on Monday (July 19th). The youngsters, aged between 3 to 11, from St Joseph's enjoyed a fun-filled morning on the sands.
OVER 300 pupils from a Burnham-On-Sea school were treated to a morning on the town's beach to mark the end of the summer term on Monday (July 19th). The youngsters, aged between 3 to 11, from St Joseph's enjoyed a fun-filled morning on the sands.
Teens plan trip to South Africa
A BURNHAM-On-Sea teenager and his friend are set to to cycle from John O'Groats to Lands End to raise money for a special trip to South Africa where they will be helping underprivileged children. Jack Bennett and his friend Daniel Wright are both 17 and local to the area.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea teenager and his friend are set to to cycle from John O'Groats to Lands End to raise money for a special trip to South Africa where they will be helping underprivileged children. Jack Bennett and his friend Daniel Wright are both 17 and local to the area.
Top pets compete at show
DOZENS of dogs were on best behaviour when the RSPCA held its annual dog show in Burnham-On-Sea at the weekend. The event, held in Manor Gardens, attracted a wide range of pooches and owners, who competed in classes ranging from best puppies to veterans.
DOZENS of dogs were on best behaviour when the RSPCA held its annual dog show in Burnham-On-Sea at the weekend. The event, held in Manor Gardens, attracted a wide range of pooches and owners, who competed in classes ranging from best puppies to veterans.
Rail tracks victim is named
THE lady who was killed in last Friday's railway station horror in Highbridge has been named today (Monday, July 19th) as Lynette Rawles. The 61 year-old from Church Street in Mark was officially named by coroner West Somerset's Michael Rose on Monday morning.
THE lady who was killed in last Friday's railway station horror in Highbridge has been named today (Monday, July 19th) as Lynette Rawles. The 61 year-old from Church Street in Mark was officially named by coroner West Somerset's Michael Rose on Monday morning.
Pensioner hurt in town accident
A PENSIONER suffered head and leg injuries in an accident in the centre of Highbridge this afternoon (Monday, July 19th). Police sealed off Market Street for several hours while officers investigated how the woman had been struck by a blue Volvo near the William Hill shop.
A PENSIONER suffered head and leg injuries in an accident in the centre of Highbridge this afternoon (Monday, July 19th). Police sealed off Market Street for several hours while officers investigated how the woman had been struck by a blue Volvo near the William Hill shop.
Is that a flag pole or O2 mast?
Exclusive: FROM a quick look, you'd think this new structure on top of Burnham-On-Sea's Ritz Cinema is simply a flag pole. Yet in fact it is actually a cleverly disguised high-tech mobile phone mast which O2 has installed on the cinema roof in Victoria Street over the past week.
Exclusive: FROM a quick look, you'd think this new structure on top of Burnham-On-Sea's Ritz Cinema is simply a flag pole. Yet in fact it is actually a cleverly disguised high-tech mobile phone mast which O2 has installed on the cinema roof in Victoria Street over the past week.
Wildlife awareness boosted
WILDLIFE enthusiasts held a 'Dunes Discovery Day' at Berrow Nature Reserve on Saturday (July 17th) to help raise awareness of the importance of the land. A range of activities for all ages took place, including pond dipping, moth identification and a plant hunt, sand craft, badge making and a guided walk.
WILDLIFE enthusiasts held a 'Dunes Discovery Day' at Berrow Nature Reserve on Saturday (July 17th) to help raise awareness of the importance of the land. A range of activities for all ages took place, including pond dipping, moth identification and a plant hunt, sand craft, badge making and a guided walk.
Highbridge prepares for judges
FINAL preparations are being made in Highbridge this weekend for the town to be assessed by judges from the Britain in Bloom competition on Monday (July 19th). The Highbridge in Bloom committee members will be out in force all day on Sunday, cleaning up the town.
FINAL preparations are being made in Highbridge this weekend for the town to be assessed by judges from the Britain in Bloom competition on Monday (July 19th). The Highbridge in Bloom committee members will be out in force all day on Sunday, cleaning up the town.
Jazz On Green hits right note
A CROWD of more than 100 jazz fans headed to Brent Knoll on Saturday night (July 17th) for the village's annual Jazz On The Green. Terry Williams’ Ambassadors of Jazz provided the entertainment for this year's 14th event, which was held on a dry evening.
A CROWD of more than 100 jazz fans headed to Brent Knoll on Saturday night (July 17th) for the village's annual Jazz On The Green. Terry Williams’ Ambassadors of Jazz provided the entertainment for this year's 14th event, which was held on a dry evening.
Arts festival hailed a success
HUNDREDS of people visited Burnham-On-Sea's Birds and Beasts Art Festival over the weekend, with organisers hailing it a big success. Local arts group Highbridge and Burnham Artists (HaBA) organised an array of visual treats at Apex Park over the course of the three day festival.
HUNDREDS of people visited Burnham-On-Sea's Birds and Beasts Art Festival over the weekend, with organisers hailing it a big success. Local arts group Highbridge and Burnham Artists (HaBA) organised an array of visual treats at Apex Park over the course of the three day festival.
In photos: Stert Island Swim
EIGHTY swimmers sprinted into the sea at the start of Burnham-On-Sea's annual Stert Island Swim today (Sunday, July 18th). The unique 2,400m race saw the participants swimming from the beach to Stert and back in front of large crowds of spectators on The Esplanade.
EIGHTY swimmers sprinted into the sea at the start of Burnham-On-Sea's annual Stert Island Swim today (Sunday, July 18th). The unique 2,400m race saw the participants swimming from the beach to Stert and back in front of large crowds of spectators on The Esplanade.
MP hits back over press claims
Exclusive: Burnham-On-Sea's MP has today (Sunday) hit back at a national newspaper which claims she faces police action after falsely claiming a council tax discount while sharing her house with a BBC DJ. The Mail On Sunday reported that Tessa Munt is locked in a row with Sedgemoor District Council.
Exclusive: Burnham-On-Sea's MP has today (Sunday) hit back at a national newspaper which claims she faces police action after falsely claiming a council tax discount while sharing her house with a BBC DJ. The Mail On Sunday reported that Tessa Munt is locked in a row with Sedgemoor District Council.
MP in council tax probe
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP is reportedly facing police action over allegations that she falsely claimed a council tax discount while sharing her house with a DJ, according to a national press article today (Sunday, July 18th). The Mail On Sunday reports that Tessa Munt is locked in a row.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP is reportedly facing police action over allegations that she falsely claimed a council tax discount while sharing her house with a DJ, according to a national press article today (Sunday, July 18th). The Mail On Sunday reports that Tessa Munt is locked in a row.
Stert Island Swim preview
Preview: EIGHTY swimmers will dash into the sea at the start of Burnham-On-Sea's annual Stert Island Swim on Sunday (July 18th). The unique 2,400m race will this year start earlier than normal at 12 noon. The participants will swim from Burnham to Stert Island and back.
Preview: EIGHTY swimmers will dash into the sea at the start of Burnham-On-Sea's annual Stert Island Swim on Sunday (July 18th). The unique 2,400m race will this year start earlier than normal at 12 noon. The participants will swim from Burnham to Stert Island and back.
MP praises town art winners
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP handed out prizes to the winners of an art competition on Saturday (July 17th) during the second day of the town's arts festival. Tessa Munt visited the Burnham Birds and Beasts Arts Festival at Apex Park, where she took a tour of the exhibits before presenting the awards.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP handed out prizes to the winners of an art competition on Saturday (July 17th) during the second day of the town's arts festival. Tessa Munt visited the Burnham Birds and Beasts Arts Festival at Apex Park, where she took a tour of the exhibits before presenting the awards.
Council opposes home plans
Exclusive: PLANS to build a new two-storey house and wind turbine in Burnham-On-Sea have been met with a 'thumbs down' from town councillors this week. Members of the council's planning applications committee voted unanimously to object against the scheme.
Exclusive: PLANS to build a new two-storey house and wind turbine in Burnham-On-Sea have been met with a 'thumbs down' from town councillors this week. Members of the council's planning applications committee voted unanimously to object against the scheme.
Dance spectacle draws crowds
DOZENS of dancers attracted big crowds to Burnham-On-Sea's seafront on Saturday (July 17th) when a day-long special fundraising event was held in aid of a cancer charity. 'Dance On The Beach' was held on the seafront outside the Bay View Cafe after the high tide caused a late change of location.
DOZENS of dancers attracted big crowds to Burnham-On-Sea's seafront on Saturday (July 17th) when a day-long special fundraising event was held in aid of a cancer charity. 'Dance On The Beach' was held on the seafront outside the Bay View Cafe after the high tide caused a late change of location.
Beach dancers head to town
DOZENS of dancers will hold a day-long spectacle on Burnham-On-Sea beach this Saturday (July 17th) when they take part in a special event for a cancer charity. 'Dance On The Beach' will be held on a covered stage near Burnham's beach jetty from 11am-4pm.
DOZENS of dancers will hold a day-long spectacle on Burnham-On-Sea beach this Saturday (July 17th) when they take part in a special event for a cancer charity. 'Dance On The Beach' will be held on a covered stage near Burnham's beach jetty from 11am-4pm.
Art festival starts in Burnham
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Birds and Beasts Art Festival got off to a great start on Friday (July 16th) despite variable weather. Local artists placed these sculptures around Apex Park's lake and lots of people took advantage of free tuition for 'Painting in the Park'.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Birds and Beasts Art Festival got off to a great start on Friday (July 16th) despite variable weather. Local artists placed these sculptures around Apex Park's lake and lots of people took advantage of free tuition for 'Painting in the Park'.
Berrow play area celebrations
Photo Special: CHAMPAGNE corks were popping in Berrow on Friday (July 16th) when Burnham-On-Sea's former MP officially opened the village's newly refurbished play area. David Heathcoat-Amory led the celebration on Berrow Village Green for the new facilities.
Photo Special: CHAMPAGNE corks were popping in Berrow on Friday (July 16th) when Burnham-On-Sea's former MP officially opened the village's newly refurbished play area. David Heathcoat-Amory led the celebration on Berrow Village Green for the new facilities.
Suicide horror in Highbridge
A middle-aged woman committed suicide at Highbridge Railway Station this morning (Friday July 16th), halting rail services through Somerset. Shocked commuters at the station told Burnham-On-Sea.com how the woman, who is believed to be a local person, had walked onto the track.
A middle-aged woman committed suicide at Highbridge Railway Station this morning (Friday July 16th), halting rail services through Somerset. Shocked commuters at the station told Burnham-On-Sea.com how the woman, who is believed to be a local person, had walked onto the track.
Swimmers help local charities
HUNDREDS of pounds was handed over to several local charities this week following a succesful fundraising swim by members of Burnham-On-Sea Swimming Club. Sixty youngsters took part in the sponsored swim at Burnham Swim and Sports Academy in Berrow Road.
HUNDREDS of pounds was handed over to several local charities this week following a succesful fundraising swim by members of Burnham-On-Sea Swimming Club. Sixty youngsters took part in the sponsored swim at Burnham Swim and Sports Academy in Berrow Road.
Skaters roll towards a record!
THREE teenagers who are on track to beat the UK's distance skateboarding record by rolling from John O'Groats to Lands End travelled through the Burnham-On-Sea area on Thursday (July 15th). Matt Elver (18), Charlie Mason (19) and Lee Renshaw (17) are on schedule to break the record.
THREE teenagers who are on track to beat the UK's distance skateboarding record by rolling from John O'Groats to Lands End travelled through the Burnham-On-Sea area on Thursday (July 15th). Matt Elver (18), Charlie Mason (19) and Lee Renshaw (17) are on schedule to break the record.
Bloom judges 'impressed' at town
BURNHAM-On-Sea's hopes of achieving success in the annual Britain In Bloom competition were given a boost today (Thursday, July 15th) when two judges visited the town. Judges Ian Thompson and John Goulden were met by Burnham's Mayor and Mayoress Michael and Maria Clarke.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's hopes of achieving success in the annual Britain In Bloom competition were given a boost today (Thursday, July 15th) when two judges visited the town. Judges Ian Thompson and John Goulden were met by Burnham's Mayor and Mayoress Michael and Maria Clarke.
Club's plea: 'Let there be light'
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea Rugby Club has this week unveiled plans for a £25,000 project to introduce more flood lighting at its ground in the town. The club, which is based at Burnham's BASC ground, wants to purchase three new floodlights and upgrade its existing lighting to enable more play on winter evenings.
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea Rugby Club has this week unveiled plans for a £25,000 project to introduce more flood lighting at its ground in the town. The club, which is based at Burnham's BASC ground, wants to purchase three new floodlights and upgrade its existing lighting to enable more play on winter evenings.
Burnham arts festival preview
A THREE-day arts festival is taking place in Highbridge's Apex Park this weekend. The Birds and Beasts Festival runs from Friday 16th July to Sunday 18th July from 10-4pm each day, with free entry. Highbridge and Burnham Artists (HaBA) is organising the special event.
A THREE-day arts festival is taking place in Highbridge's Apex Park this weekend. The Birds and Beasts Festival runs from Friday 16th July to Sunday 18th July from 10-4pm each day, with free entry. Highbridge and Burnham Artists (HaBA) is organising the special event.
Recycling collections boosted
OVERFLOWING recycling bins in Burnham-On-Sea, Highbridge and Berrow are set to be a problem of the past, according to Sedgemoor District Council. The authority this week announced that it is increasing the frequency of its collections of waste in our area.
OVERFLOWING recycling bins in Burnham-On-Sea, Highbridge and Berrow are set to be a problem of the past, according to Sedgemoor District Council. The authority this week announced that it is increasing the frequency of its collections of waste in our area.
Parents voice merger concerns
Exclusive: DOZENS of worried parents from Highbridge's soon-to-merge St Johns and Beechfield Schools expressed their concerns over the amalgamation during a stormy meeting on Wednesday afternoon (July 14th). New headteacher Wendy Nelder faced questions from 60 parents during the meeting.
Exclusive: DOZENS of worried parents from Highbridge's soon-to-merge St Johns and Beechfield Schools expressed their concerns over the amalgamation during a stormy meeting on Wednesday afternoon (July 14th). New headteacher Wendy Nelder faced questions from 60 parents during the meeting.
Jazz On Green this Saturday
CROWDS of jazz fans will be heading to Brent Knoll this Saturday night (July 17th) for the village's annual Jazz On The Green. Terry Williams’ Ambassadors of Jazz will be providing the entertainment at this year's 14th event. The performance starts at 7pm on the village green.
CROWDS of jazz fans will be heading to Brent Knoll this Saturday night (July 17th) for the village's annual Jazz On The Green. Terry Williams’ Ambassadors of Jazz will be providing the entertainment at this year's 14th event. The performance starts at 7pm on the village green.
Fundraiser for Hillview float
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Hillview Carnival Club is "struggling" to raise enough cash to build this year's float, it said this week as it prepares for a big fundraising event. The club needs to raise up to £14,000 to complete its new float in time for this year's winter carnival parades in November.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Hillview Carnival Club is "struggling" to raise enough cash to build this year's float, it said this week as it prepares for a big fundraising event. The club needs to raise up to £14,000 to complete its new float in time for this year's winter carnival parades in November.
No new town crier until 2011
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea and Highbridge will be without an official Town Crier until next Spring at the earliest, councillors have decided. Town councillors have decided not to appoint a replacement for the former town crier Fred Smith (pictured), who died last year.
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea and Highbridge will be without an official Town Crier until next Spring at the earliest, councillors have decided. Town councillors have decided not to appoint a replacement for the former town crier Fred Smith (pictured), who died last year.
Call for boundary plans re-think
Exclusive: PROPOSALS for electoral boundary reform in the Burnham-On-Sea area would lead to electors in the area being more poorly represented at District level than before, it has been claimed this week. Cllr Bob Filmer has written to The Local Government Boundary Commission for England.
Exclusive: PROPOSALS for electoral boundary reform in the Burnham-On-Sea area would lead to electors in the area being more poorly represented at District level than before, it has been claimed this week. Cllr Bob Filmer has written to The Local Government Boundary Commission for England.
Fancy dress bikers raise cash
MEMBERS of the Somerset Motorcycle Group donned fancy dress for a fundraising bike run to Minehead for a Burnham-On-Sea charity last weekend. Eighteen bikers took part in the event, held in aid of Burnham hovercraft rescue charity BARB, and raised a sum of £140.
MEMBERS of the Somerset Motorcycle Group donned fancy dress for a fundraising bike run to Minehead for a Burnham-On-Sea charity last weekend. Eighteen bikers took part in the event, held in aid of Burnham hovercraft rescue charity BARB, and raised a sum of £140.
Sarah's night to remember!
Exclusive: A BURNHAM hairdesser's friends wanted to give her a night to remember when they gathered to celebrate her upcoming wedding. More than 30 pals - all dressed as bridesmaids - took to the streets of Burnham at the weekend to celebrate the wedding of local couple Sarah Walters, from Haircraft, and her long-time boyfriend, Steve Kidd.
Exclusive: A BURNHAM hairdesser's friends wanted to give her a night to remember when they gathered to celebrate her upcoming wedding. More than 30 pals - all dressed as bridesmaids - took to the streets of Burnham at the weekend to celebrate the wedding of local couple Sarah Walters, from Haircraft, and her long-time boyfriend, Steve Kidd.
Drugs factory uncovered
Exclusive Photos: POLICE have arrested two people after uncovering a drugs factory in the centre of Highbridge today (Tuesday, July 13th). These were the scenes as drug-making equipment worth thousands of pounds was seized as officers executed a search warrant in Market Street.
Exclusive Photos: POLICE have arrested two people after uncovering a drugs factory in the centre of Highbridge today (Tuesday, July 13th). These were the scenes as drug-making equipment worth thousands of pounds was seized as officers executed a search warrant in Market Street.
Seafront golf plans approved
Controversial proposals to build a new mini golf course on this part of Burnham-On-Sea's seafront were approved by district council planners on Tuesday (July 13th) - the first of two hurdles before the scheme can proceed. Sedgemoor's Development Control Committee narrowly voted in favour of the plans.
Controversial proposals to build a new mini golf course on this part of Burnham-On-Sea's seafront were approved by district council planners on Tuesday (July 13th) - the first of two hurdles before the scheme can proceed. Sedgemoor's Development Control Committee narrowly voted in favour of the plans.
Town prepares for bloom judges
FINAL preparations are underway in Burnham-On-Sea this week for the yearly visit by judges from the Britain In Bloom competition. Residents are being urged to tidy their gardens and keep the town litter-free ahead of the judges' visit this Thursday (July 15th).
FINAL preparations are underway in Burnham-On-Sea this week for the yearly visit by judges from the Britain In Bloom competition. Residents are being urged to tidy their gardens and keep the town litter-free ahead of the judges' visit this Thursday (July 15th).
