'Dry run' held for Stert Swim
WITH just a fortnight to go until Burnham-On-Sea's annual Stert Island Swim, a group of participants took part in a practice this morning (Saturday, July 3rd). The unique 2,400m sea race takes place on Sunday July 18th, starting at mid-day, and 80 swimmers will take part.
WITH just a fortnight to go until Burnham-On-Sea's annual Stert Island Swim, a group of participants took part in a practice this morning (Saturday, July 3rd). The unique 2,400m sea race takes place on Sunday July 18th, starting at mid-day, and 80 swimmers will take part.
Town's regatta gets underway
DOZENS of yachts are taking part in Burnham-On-Sea's annual regatta over the next fortnight, with a series of sailing races being held along the estuary. The popular event, run by Burnham Sailing Club, started on Friday and runs both this weekend and next.
DOZENS of yachts are taking part in Burnham-On-Sea's annual regatta over the next fortnight, with a series of sailing races being held along the estuary. The popular event, run by Burnham Sailing Club, started on Friday and runs both this weekend and next.
New seafront recycling service
A NEW litter recycling bin has been installed on Burnham seafront near the jetty this week. The bin has been sited to encourage beach users and seafront walkers to recycle their waste. The bin on the seafront will be emptied daily by Sedgemoor's Clean Surroundings team.
A NEW litter recycling bin has been installed on Burnham seafront near the jetty this week. The bin has been sited to encourage beach users and seafront walkers to recycle their waste. The bin on the seafront will be emptied daily by Sedgemoor's Clean Surroundings team.
Jim's boost for good causes
JIM Tancock, the outgoing President of Burnham-On-Sea Rotary Club, has this week presented a final round of cheques to several local good causes. The benefiting groups included Brent Knoll Guides, Burnham Sea Cadets, Sounds and Voices, the Cateway Club and RNLI.
JIM Tancock, the outgoing President of Burnham-On-Sea Rotary Club, has this week presented a final round of cheques to several local good causes. The benefiting groups included Brent Knoll Guides, Burnham Sea Cadets, Sounds and Voices, the Cateway Club and RNLI.
Arrest over motor home thefts
Exclusive: A MAN has been arrested after the discovery of two stolen motor homes in Burnham-On-Sea this week. The vehicles had been stolen from Staffordshire and were identified by ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) cameras installed in the town.
Exclusive: A MAN has been arrested after the discovery of two stolen motor homes in Burnham-On-Sea this week. The vehicles had been stolen from Staffordshire and were identified by ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) cameras installed in the town.
Tourist hovercraft to launch?
Exclusive: PROPOSALS for the launch of a new commercial hovercraft service offering trips around Bridgwater Bay is being considered by local councillors. Sedgemoor District Council has received an application from a firm called Hovabout Limited to launch the service.
Exclusive: PROPOSALS for the launch of a new commercial hovercraft service offering trips around Bridgwater Bay is being considered by local councillors. Sedgemoor District Council has received an application from a firm called Hovabout Limited to launch the service.
Fifth dog killed on Brean Down
Exclusive: FRESH calls for better warning signs on Brean Down have been made this week after another dog plunged to its death over the cliffs - the fifth this year. The animal tumbled down the steep rockface near Brean Down Fort at 3pm on Wednesday afternoon (June 30th). More..
Exclusive: FRESH calls for better warning signs on Brean Down have been made this week after another dog plunged to its death over the cliffs - the fifth this year. The animal tumbled down the steep rockface near Brean Down Fort at 3pm on Wednesday afternoon (June 30th). More..
Former MP to open play area
BURNHAM-On-Sea's former MP is to open Berrow's newly refurbished play area later this month. David Heathcoat-Amory will lead the ceremony on Friday 16th July at 3.30pm on Berrow Village Green in Berrow Road. It was partly funded with £50k of National Lottery cash.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's former MP is to open Berrow's newly refurbished play area later this month. David Heathcoat-Amory will lead the ceremony on Friday 16th July at 3.30pm on Berrow Village Green in Berrow Road. It was partly funded with £50k of National Lottery cash.
Bikers donate £320 to hospital
A GROUP of fundraising bikers handed over a cheque for more than £300 to the Friends of Burnham-On-Sea Hospital on Wednesday (June 30th) following a recent bike run. Over 40 motorcycling enthusiasts from the town took part in a 100 mile bike from Burnham on June 13th.
A GROUP of fundraising bikers handed over a cheque for more than £300 to the Friends of Burnham-On-Sea Hospital on Wednesday (June 30th) following a recent bike run. Over 40 motorcycling enthusiasts from the town took part in a 100 mile bike from Burnham on June 13th.
Motorcyclist hurt in accident
THE owner of this motorbike was taken to hospital with leg injuries after being injured in an accident on the A38 near the Edithmead roundabout near Burnham-On-Sea on Thursday afternoon (July 1st). Police and ambulance crews were called to the scene at 1pm and the 55-year old was taken to hospital.
THE owner of this motorbike was taken to hospital with leg injuries after being injured in an accident on the A38 near the Edithmead roundabout near Burnham-On-Sea on Thursday afternoon (July 1st). Police and ambulance crews were called to the scene at 1pm and the 55-year old was taken to hospital.
Town hovercraft in night rescue
Photo Special: A 21-year-old man who was stranded in mud on Weston beach has been rescued by Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercraft and a team of Coastguards early this morning (Thursday, July 1st). Crewmembers from Burnham-based BARB were paged at 2am by Coastguards.
Photo Special: A 21-year-old man who was stranded in mud on Weston beach has been rescued by Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercraft and a team of Coastguards early this morning (Thursday, July 1st). Crewmembers from Burnham-based BARB were paged at 2am by Coastguards.
Crackdown on dangerous dogs
Exclusive: Pet owners in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge have been fined hundreds of pounds in recent weeks as police launch a crackdown on dangerous dogs. An alsatian owner in Highbridge has been ordered to pay compensation of £300 to a lady who was bitten on her leg.
Exclusive: Pet owners in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge have been fined hundreds of pounds in recent weeks as police launch a crackdown on dangerous dogs. An alsatian owner in Highbridge has been ordered to pay compensation of £300 to a lady who was bitten on her leg.
Twilight Saga premiere at Ritz
Exclusive: FANS of the Twilight Saga series of movies will get to watch the latest blockbuster movie at Burnham-On-Sea's cinema a week before the rest of the country. The Ritz in Victoria Street has secured a special screening of the film at midnight this Saturday.
Exclusive: FANS of the Twilight Saga series of movies will get to watch the latest blockbuster movie at Burnham-On-Sea's cinema a week before the rest of the country. The Ritz in Victoria Street has secured a special screening of the film at midnight this Saturday.
Fire crew helps stuck sheep
Exclusive: FIREFIGHTERS were called out to rescue a stranded sheep on the banks of the River Brue in Highbridge on Wednesday evening (June 30th). The animal was reported to be in difficulty near the Clyce by a passing walker, prompting a fire crew from Burnham to investigate.
Exclusive: FIREFIGHTERS were called out to rescue a stranded sheep on the banks of the River Brue in Highbridge on Wednesday evening (June 30th). The animal was reported to be in difficulty near the Clyce by a passing walker, prompting a fire crew from Burnham to investigate.
PR firm offers summer jobs
A LOCAL public relations company is offering paid work placements to students from Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge who are looking for work experience this summer. Porcupine PR can offer placements from a few weeks to several months for the right candidates.
A LOCAL public relations company is offering paid work placements to students from Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge who are looking for work experience this summer. Porcupine PR can offer placements from a few weeks to several months for the right candidates.
Pupils sew seeds of success
PUPILS at East Huntspill Primary School have started a Grow Your Own food project with the help of a local garden centre. Monkton Elm Garden Centre at Monkton Heathfield, near Bridgwater, has donated several bags of spuds to the school for its brand new Gardening Club.
PUPILS at East Huntspill Primary School have started a Grow Your Own food project with the help of a local garden centre. Monkton Elm Garden Centre at Monkton Heathfield, near Bridgwater, has donated several bags of spuds to the school for its brand new Gardening Club.
Councillors' expenses unveiled
NEW figures published this week reveal district councillors have claimed £328,015 of expenses in the past year, an increase of just 3.7 per cent. The full list of claims made by district councillors in the Burnham-On-Sea area has been published on this website.
NEW figures published this week reveal district councillors have claimed £328,015 of expenses in the past year, an increase of just 3.7 per cent. The full list of claims made by district councillors in the Burnham-On-Sea area has been published on this website.
Sky TV to broadcast live race
MILLIONS of TV viewers will get a chance to watch live speedway racing from Burnham-On-Sea's Oak Tree Arena in August. The Somerset Rebels will play host to the Sky Sports cameras on Monday August 9th for a live transmission of a Premier League match.
MILLIONS of TV viewers will get a chance to watch live speedway racing from Burnham-On-Sea's Oak Tree Arena in August. The Somerset Rebels will play host to the Sky Sports cameras on Monday August 9th for a live transmission of a Premier League match.
280 enter sandcastle contest
Photo Special: OVER 280 Scouts, Beavers, Cubs and Explorers from across the district gathered on Burnham-On-Sea beach on Tuesday evening (June 29th) to take part in a mass sandcastle building competition. The youngsters took part in the contest o the beach next to the town's jetty.
Photo Special: OVER 280 Scouts, Beavers, Cubs and Explorers from across the district gathered on Burnham-On-Sea beach on Tuesday evening (June 29th) to take part in a mass sandcastle building competition. The youngsters took part in the contest o the beach next to the town's jetty.
New roles for Brean wardens
THE National Trust's wardens on Brean Down have been renamed 'rangers' and are getting brand new roles as part of a number of changes. The trust's staff have also this week had their traditional dark green uniforms replaced with these vibrant orange outfits instead.
THE National Trust's wardens on Brean Down have been renamed 'rangers' and are getting brand new roles as part of a number of changes. The trust's staff have also this week had their traditional dark green uniforms replaced with these vibrant orange outfits instead.
Crash prompts new safety calls
Exclusive: A MOTORCYCLIST was injured in a three-vehicle accident on Berrow's Coast Road on Tuesday (June 29th), prompting fresh calls for safety improvements along the busy road. Police and ambulance crews were called to Coast Road at 3.25pm after a car towing a caravan collided with another car.
Exclusive: A MOTORCYCLIST was injured in a three-vehicle accident on Berrow's Coast Road on Tuesday (June 29th), prompting fresh calls for safety improvements along the busy road. Police and ambulance crews were called to Coast Road at 3.25pm after a car towing a caravan collided with another car.
Tickets on sale for music show
MEMBERS of Burnham-On-Sea District Pantomime Society have this week been in final rehearsals for their summer show, which celebrates old time musicals. Rehearsals are in full swing for 'The Good Old Days', which will be held on July 8th, 9th and 10th at Burnham's Princess Hall.
MEMBERS of Burnham-On-Sea District Pantomime Society have this week been in final rehearsals for their summer show, which celebrates old time musicals. Rehearsals are in full swing for 'The Good Old Days', which will be held on July 8th, 9th and 10th at Burnham's Princess Hall.
Hinkley plans go on show in town
EDF Energy is to hold a public exhibition in Burnham-On-Sea next month as part of its second stage of public consultation on plans to build a new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point. The energy company will be displaying its preferred proposals for Hinkley Point C at the event.
EDF Energy is to hold a public exhibition in Burnham-On-Sea next month as part of its second stage of public consultation on plans to build a new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point. The energy company will be displaying its preferred proposals for Hinkley Point C at the event.
Turbines like 'alien invaders'
PROTESTERS fighting plans for a new wind farm in West Huntspill have this week published this photo montage of how they think the huge wind turbines will look. The group say the image illustrates what the 79 metre tall turbines would look like if they are built by energy firm Ecotricity on land next to the Huntspill River.
PROTESTERS fighting plans for a new wind farm in West Huntspill have this week published this photo montage of how they think the huge wind turbines will look. The group say the image illustrates what the 79 metre tall turbines would look like if they are built by energy firm Ecotricity on land next to the Huntspill River.
Repossession help launched
HOUSEHOLDERS in the Burnham-On-Sea area who, through no fault of their own, are at risk of losing their homes now have help at hand thanks to the launch of a new service. Sedgemoor District Council has launched a new Repossession Prevention Loan Scheme.
HOUSEHOLDERS in the Burnham-On-Sea area who, through no fault of their own, are at risk of losing their homes now have help at hand thanks to the launch of a new service. Sedgemoor District Council has launched a new Repossession Prevention Loan Scheme.
Track-side fires delay trains
Exclusive: RAIL services through the Burnham-On-Sea area were disrupted this afternoon (Monday, June 28th) after sparks from a passing steam train caused two line-side grass fires. A fire crew from Burnham was called to Middle Street in Brent Knoll at around 3.30pm - as pictured here - to extinguish the blaze.
Exclusive: RAIL services through the Burnham-On-Sea area were disrupted this afternoon (Monday, June 28th) after sparks from a passing steam train caused two line-side grass fires. A fire crew from Burnham was called to Middle Street in Brent Knoll at around 3.30pm - as pictured here - to extinguish the blaze.
Bike group given £250 boost
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Moose Lodge has presented a local emergency motorcycle courier service with a donation of £250 this week. Freewheelers Emergency Voluntary Service provides an out-of-hours emergency courier service to hospitals across the South West.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Moose Lodge has presented a local emergency motorcycle courier service with a donation of £250 this week. Freewheelers Emergency Voluntary Service provides an out-of-hours emergency courier service to hospitals across the South West.
Man arrested after burglary
Exclusive: A teenager from Highbridge has been arrested by police investigating last week's burglary at St John's School in the town. A 17 year-old man was held and a laptop computer, which was stolen from the school, has been recovered. The offender was identified from CCTV images at a computer shop.
Exclusive: A teenager from Highbridge has been arrested by police investigating last week's burglary at St John's School in the town. A 17 year-old man was held and a laptop computer, which was stolen from the school, has been recovered. The offender was identified from CCTV images at a computer shop.
Love sealed on centre court!
Exclusive: A TENNIS-mad couple from Burnham-On-Sea got engaged on Wimbledon's centre court at the weekend. Darren Lloyd popped the question to his long-time girlfriend Louise Owen during a break in play at the world-famous championships on Saturday (June 26th), as pictured here.
Exclusive: A TENNIS-mad couple from Burnham-On-Sea got engaged on Wimbledon's centre court at the weekend. Darren Lloyd popped the question to his long-time girlfriend Louise Owen during a break in play at the world-famous championships on Saturday (June 26th), as pictured here.
Beach search for missing girl
BURNHAM-On-Sea's rescue hovercraft and Coastguard teams were called back to Weston on Sunday afternoon (June 27th) to search for a missing child. In their second call-out to the resort in 24 hours, crewmembers from BARB and the Coastguard were alerted at 3.50pm.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's rescue hovercraft and Coastguard teams were called back to Weston on Sunday afternoon (June 27th) to search for a missing child. In their second call-out to the resort in 24 hours, crewmembers from BARB and the Coastguard were alerted at 3.50pm.
Mayor opens garden party
BURNHAM'S Mayor and Mayoress were the VIP guests at an annual kindergarten Garden Party on Saturday (June 26th). Michael and Maria Clarke performed the grand opening ceremony at Southleigh Kindergarten's summer garden party in Rectory Road, Burnham.
BURNHAM'S Mayor and Mayoress were the VIP guests at an annual kindergarten Garden Party on Saturday (June 26th). Michael and Maria Clarke performed the grand opening ceremony at Southleigh Kindergarten's summer garden party in Rectory Road, Burnham.
Kung fu groups head to Berrow
DOZENS of high-kicking kung fu enthusiasts from across the UK descended on Berrow for a local club's competition this week. Fei Lung Kwan Kung Fu society held its first grading competition at Berrow School, where all classes of the Fei Lung Kwan participated.
DOZENS of high-kicking kung fu enthusiasts from across the UK descended on Berrow for a local club's competition this week. Fei Lung Kwan Kung Fu society held its first grading competition at Berrow School, where all classes of the Fei Lung Kwan participated.
Cigarette causes seafront fire
A DISCARDED cigarette caused a small fire in a planter on Burnham-On-Sea seafront. One fire engine was called to Burnham's Esplanade at 7pm on Friday (June 25th) after a walker reported that a flower planter outside the Bay View Cafe was smoking and alight.
A DISCARDED cigarette caused a small fire in a planter on Burnham-On-Sea seafront. One fire engine was called to Burnham's Esplanade at 7pm on Friday (June 25th) after a walker reported that a flower planter outside the Bay View Cafe was smoking and alight.
Frank is new Rotary President
THE Rotary Club of Burnham-On-Sea has a new President for the coming year. Frank Clegg takes over the helm from retiring President Jim Tancock at the end of a busy and enjoyable year during which the Club took part in 32 events either for charity or helping good causes.
THE Rotary Club of Burnham-On-Sea has a new President for the coming year. Frank Clegg takes over the helm from retiring President Jim Tancock at the end of a busy and enjoyable year during which the Club took part in 32 events either for charity or helping good causes.
Seafront dancers raise cash
HUNDREDS of pounds was raised for charity when a group of Morris dancers held a colourful display of their traditional work on Burnham seafront on Saturday afternoon (June 26th). The Chalice Morris Men performed in front of holidaymakers and seafront walkers.
HUNDREDS of pounds was raised for charity when a group of Morris dancers held a colourful display of their traditional work on Burnham seafront on Saturday afternoon (June 26th). The Chalice Morris Men performed in front of holidaymakers and seafront walkers.
Flag ceremonies held in towns
ARMED Forces Day was marked in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge on Saturday (June 26th) with two flag raising ceremonies. Mayor and Mayoress Michael and Maria Clarke led the short ceremonies on Highbridge Green in Market Street and at Burnham's Water Feature.
ARMED Forces Day was marked in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge on Saturday (June 26th) with two flag raising ceremonies. Mayor and Mayoress Michael and Maria Clarke led the short ceremonies on Highbridge Green in Market Street and at Burnham's Water Feature.
Nine rescued from mudflats
NINE people were rescued from the beach mudflats next to Brean Down by Burnham-On-Sea's hovercrafts and Coastguards this afternoon (Saturday, June 26th). A walker on Brean Down raised the alarm at 2pm after spotting several groups of people struggling in waist-deep mud one mile from the shore.
NINE people were rescued from the beach mudflats next to Brean Down by Burnham-On-Sea's hovercrafts and Coastguards this afternoon (Saturday, June 26th). A walker on Brean Down raised the alarm at 2pm after spotting several groups of people struggling in waist-deep mud one mile from the shore.
Driver injured in A38 car blaze
Exclusive: A MOTORIST was treated for burns after his car - pictured here - burst into flames near Burnham-On-Sea this afternoon (Friday, June 25th). Police, ambulance and fire crews from Burnham were called to the A38, near the busy Edithmead roundabout, shortly after 3.15pm.
Exclusive: A MOTORIST was treated for burns after his car - pictured here - burst into flames near Burnham-On-Sea this afternoon (Friday, June 25th). Police, ambulance and fire crews from Burnham were called to the A38, near the busy Edithmead roundabout, shortly after 3.15pm.
Scouts duo in £2,000 challenge
TWO Explorer Scouts have been selected to represent Burnham-On-Sea in the Somerset contingent attending the World Scout Jamboree in Sweden next year - but to get there they need to raise £2,000. Rebecca Roseff and Emily Burland hope to attend the event next August.
TWO Explorer Scouts have been selected to represent Burnham-On-Sea in the Somerset contingent attending the World Scout Jamboree in Sweden next year - but to get there they need to raise £2,000. Rebecca Roseff and Emily Burland hope to attend the event next August.
Cadets lift off during Devon trip
AIR cadets from Burnham-On-Sea have been experiencing the excitement of flying in an RAF Sea King helicopter this week. The eleven strong contingent from Burnham's 290 Squadron visited the HQ of RAF Chivenor in north Devon, where the rescue helicopter is based.
AIR cadets from Burnham-On-Sea have been experiencing the excitement of flying in an RAF Sea King helicopter this week. The eleven strong contingent from Burnham's 290 Squadron visited the HQ of RAF Chivenor in north Devon, where the rescue helicopter is based.
Spate of thefts hits holiday parks
Exclusive: Handbags, credit cards and cameras are among the valuables stolen during a spate of thefts from tents and caravan awnings at two holiday parks in Burnham-On-Sea this week. A total of 11 incidents have been reported at Burnham-On-Sea Holiday Village and Brean's Unity Farm holiday park.
Exclusive: Handbags, credit cards and cameras are among the valuables stolen during a spate of thefts from tents and caravan awnings at two holiday parks in Burnham-On-Sea this week. A total of 11 incidents have been reported at Burnham-On-Sea Holiday Village and Brean's Unity Farm holiday park.
Burnham fudge shop to close
Exclusive: A LONG-running confectionery shop in Burnham-On-Sea town centre is to shut down at the end of this month after eight busy years. Roly's Fudge shop in Burnham-On-Sea High Street - which was recently named Mister Fudge - is closing down and moving to Cheddar.
Exclusive: A LONG-running confectionery shop in Burnham-On-Sea town centre is to shut down at the end of this month after eight busy years. Roly's Fudge shop in Burnham-On-Sea High Street - which was recently named Mister Fudge - is closing down and moving to Cheddar.
Police name local crash victim
A HIGHBRIDGE pensioner who died in a car accident in Cornwall on Monday night (June 21st) has been named by police. Maragaret Sumpter, 83, pictured, was travelling in a silver Vauxhall Corsa when its 88 year-old driver lost control and ploughed into a wall at Millbrook.
A HIGHBRIDGE pensioner who died in a car accident in Cornwall on Monday night (June 21st) has been named by police. Maragaret Sumpter, 83, pictured, was travelling in a silver Vauxhall Corsa when its 88 year-old driver lost control and ploughed into a wall at Millbrook.
Scarecrows invade village!
ROAD verges in Watchfield, near Burnham-On-Sea, were alive with strange characters at the weekend when the village held its annual scarecrow festival. Fifteen of the colourful creations were put together by local residents and hung outside homes and on fences during the event.
ROAD verges in Watchfield, near Burnham-On-Sea, were alive with strange characters at the weekend when the village held its annual scarecrow festival. Fifteen of the colourful creations were put together by local residents and hung outside homes and on fences during the event.
'Clean up Burnham beach'
Exclusive: A BURNHAM-On-Sea resident has this week called on the district council to clean up a rubbish-strewn stretch of the town's beach. James Spottiswoode, pictured, got in contact with Burnham-On-Sea.com to express his "disgust" at the state of the beach between Allandale Road and the North Esplanade.
Exclusive: A BURNHAM-On-Sea resident has this week called on the district council to clean up a rubbish-strewn stretch of the town's beach. James Spottiswoode, pictured, got in contact with Burnham-On-Sea.com to express his "disgust" at the state of the beach between Allandale Road and the North Esplanade.
Cutbacks hit town Coastguard
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea Coastguards have this week been asked to stop making visits to local schools as part of a raft of cost-cutting measures from the government. The Burnham team often visit schools and community groups to hand out seaside safety advice.
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea Coastguards have this week been asked to stop making visits to local schools as part of a raft of cost-cutting measures from the government. The Burnham team often visit schools and community groups to hand out seaside safety advice.
Football fans celebrate in town
THERE were noisy celebrations in Burnham-On-Sea this afternoon (Wednesday) when England won their crunch World Cup match against Slovenia. These were the scenes in The Railway Inn in Burnham's High Street as the final whistle blew following a tense game in which England won 1-0.
THERE were noisy celebrations in Burnham-On-Sea this afternoon (Wednesday) when England won their crunch World Cup match against Slovenia. These were the scenes in The Railway Inn in Burnham's High Street as the final whistle blew following a tense game in which England won 1-0.
In photos: Pontins talent show
SINGERS, dancers, magicians and Elvis impersonators were the mixture of performers who took part in a talent contest in Brean at the weekend. Brean's Pontins holiday park teamed up with The Sun newspaper to launch the Search For A Star competition, which was held on Sunday.
SINGERS, dancers, magicians and Elvis impersonators were the mixture of performers who took part in a talent contest in Brean at the weekend. Brean's Pontins holiday park teamed up with The Sun newspaper to launch the Search For A Star competition, which was held on Sunday.
Firms rescue beach wardens
Exclusive: BUSINESSES in Brean and Berrow have this week come to the rescue of Brean's beach warden service following cutbacks by cash-strapped Sedgemoor District Council. The council has slashed in half the funding available for Brean Parish Council to keep the village's vital beach warden service running.
Exclusive: BUSINESSES in Brean and Berrow have this week come to the rescue of Brean's beach warden service following cutbacks by cash-strapped Sedgemoor District Council. The council has slashed in half the funding available for Brean Parish Council to keep the village's vital beach warden service running.
Murder: Woman's guilty plea
A HIGHBRIDGE woman has pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice for her part in the murder of Burnham-On-Sea man George Lawson. Debbi Huxtable, from Southwell Crescent in Highbridge, is due to be sentenced on 30th July at Exeter Crown Court.
A HIGHBRIDGE woman has pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice for her part in the murder of Burnham-On-Sea man George Lawson. Debbi Huxtable, from Southwell Crescent in Highbridge, is due to be sentenced on 30th July at Exeter Crown Court.
