Have your say on town's future
SEDGEMOOR District Council has this week published a new report showing how Burnham-On-Sea could grow and change in the future - and it wants to hear the opinions of residents about how the town should develop over the next 20 years. The Council has published a new report for consultation.
SEDGEMOOR District Council has this week published a new report showing how Burnham-On-Sea could grow and change in the future - and it wants to hear the opinions of residents about how the town should develop over the next 20 years. The Council has published a new report for consultation.
Crackdown on nuisance drivers
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea police could soon have extended powers to move on groups of vehicles congregating in supermarket and council-run car parks as part of a crackdown on anti-social behaviour. Town Councillors have this week given their support to the plans, which were unveiled by Inspector Roger Tolley this week.
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea police could soon have extended powers to move on groups of vehicles congregating in supermarket and council-run car parks as part of a crackdown on anti-social behaviour. Town Councillors have this week given their support to the plans, which were unveiled by Inspector Roger Tolley this week.
Loyalty shopping scheme unveiled
Exclusive: SHOPPERS in Burnham-On-Sea could soon be able to support local traders, earn discounts and help a local charity by using a brand new loyalty shopping card. The town's Chamber of Trade has been discussing the innovative scheme with fundraisers from the Friends of Burnham War Memorial Hospital in recent weeks and the scheme is set to be formally unveiled at a traders meeting.
Exclusive: SHOPPERS in Burnham-On-Sea could soon be able to support local traders, earn discounts and help a local charity by using a brand new loyalty shopping card. The town's Chamber of Trade has been discussing the innovative scheme with fundraisers from the Friends of Burnham War Memorial Hospital in recent weeks and the scheme is set to be formally unveiled at a traders meeting.
Cinema gives FolkFest a boost
HUNDREDS of pounds were raised for Burnham-On-Sea's FolkFest when a special screening of the hit movie musical Mamma Mia! was held at the town's cinema on Monday (October 5th). Ritz Cinema owners Pat and Beryl Scott presented Graham Cook a cheque for £434.
HUNDREDS of pounds were raised for Burnham-On-Sea's FolkFest when a special screening of the hit movie musical Mamma Mia! was held at the town's cinema on Monday (October 5th). Ritz Cinema owners Pat and Beryl Scott presented Graham Cook a cheque for £434.
Fortnightly bin collections to start
REFUSE collections in parts of Burnham-On-Sea will be cut in frequency from weekly to fortnightly next month when a new kerbside recycling service begins. Somerset Waste Partnership announced the changes on Monday (October 5th) to encourage residents to recycle more.
REFUSE collections in parts of Burnham-On-Sea will be cut in frequency from weekly to fortnightly next month when a new kerbside recycling service begins. Somerset Waste Partnership announced the changes on Monday (October 5th) to encourage residents to recycle more.
Autograss fans flock to races
DIRT was flying and engines were revving when autograss fans from across the country flocked to Highbridge at the weekend for the annual National Autograss Grand Prix. Large crowds turned out to watch two days of high-speed action at the Somerset Raceway track.
DIRT was flying and engines were revving when autograss fans from across the country flocked to Highbridge at the weekend for the annual National Autograss Grand Prix. Large crowds turned out to watch two days of high-speed action at the Somerset Raceway track.
Hundreds run in Half Marathon
HUNDREDS of runners sprinted off at the start of Burnham-On-Sea's annual Half Marathon on Sunday morning (October 4th). Over 200 runners of all abilities from across the region took part in the 13-mile event, which was organised by the Burnham Harriers running club.
HUNDREDS of runners sprinted off at the start of Burnham-On-Sea's annual Half Marathon on Sunday morning (October 4th). Over 200 runners of all abilities from across the region took part in the 13-mile event, which was organised by the Burnham Harriers running club.
| Full Official Results | Photos New Swine Flu case in town
Exclusive: A pupil at a Highbridge school has become the latest youngster in the Burnham-On-Sea area to be affected by Swine Flu. A youngster in Year 1 at Beechfield Infants has been confirmed with the flu virus, the school told Burnham-On-Sea.com. There is also an outbreak of chicken pox.
Exclusive: A pupil at a Highbridge school has become the latest youngster in the Burnham-On-Sea area to be affected by Swine Flu. A youngster in Year 1 at Beechfield Infants has been confirmed with the flu virus, the school told Burnham-On-Sea.com. There is also an outbreak of chicken pox.
Seven new jobs at pasty shop
Exclusive: A brand new restaurant and take-away specialising in quality Cornish pasties is to to open in Burnham-On-Sea this winter. The property currently occupied by JJ Welsh's Tea Rooms in the High Street is to be refurbished and transformed into the Newquay Pasty Shop.
Exclusive: A brand new restaurant and take-away specialising in quality Cornish pasties is to to open in Burnham-On-Sea this winter. The property currently occupied by JJ Welsh's Tea Rooms in the High Street is to be refurbished and transformed into the Newquay Pasty Shop.
Seafront race gets underway
OVER sixty runners took part in Burnham's first monthly 5km seafront run of the winter season on Thursday (October 1st). The event, which is run by Burnham Swim and Sports Academy, was won by the Academy's Martin Rogers in a fast time of 17 minutes, 36 seconds.
OVER sixty runners took part in Burnham's first monthly 5km seafront run of the winter season on Thursday (October 1st). The event, which is run by Burnham Swim and Sports Academy, was won by the Academy's Martin Rogers in a fast time of 17 minutes, 36 seconds.
MP visits Scouts AGM in town
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP was the special guest when Somerset Scouts held their AGM in the town this week. David Heathcoat-Amory joined the town's Mayor and Mayoress, Derick and Christine Cooper, at the meeting which was held in Burnham Scout Headquarters in Stoddens Road. Cyclist hurt in town accident
A CYCLIST was taken to hospital after being knocked off her bike in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea on Thursday (October 1st). An ambulance crew and a rapid response paramedic were sent to the High Street at 8.12am after the accident outside an optician's shop. More...
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP was the special guest when Somerset Scouts held their AGM in the town this week. David Heathcoat-Amory joined the town's Mayor and Mayoress, Derick and Christine Cooper, at the meeting which was held in Burnham Scout Headquarters in Stoddens Road. Cyclist hurt in town accident
A CYCLIST was taken to hospital after being knocked off her bike in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea on Thursday (October 1st). An ambulance crew and a rapid response paramedic were sent to the High Street at 8.12am after the accident outside an optician's shop. More...
Structural survey for town clock
Exclusive: OVER £2,300 has been received in public donations to fund a new Highbridge town clock, but councillors are awaiting the results of a structural survey before proceeding with the project. The money has poured in since August, when we repored that two of the clock's three faces are set to be boarded up. cash.
Exclusive: OVER £2,300 has been received in public donations to fund a new Highbridge town clock, but councillors are awaiting the results of a structural survey before proceeding with the project. The money has poured in since August, when we repored that two of the clock's three faces are set to be boarded up. cash.
Horse owner reaches 50th year
RESIDENTS in Brean held a surprise party for the owner of the village's beach horses on Thursday morning (October 1st) as he reached his fiftieth year of business. John Vowles, 64, first started looking after the ponies and horses at the age of 14 when left school early.
RESIDENTS in Brean held a surprise party for the owner of the village's beach horses on Thursday morning (October 1st) as he reached his fiftieth year of business. John Vowles, 64, first started looking after the ponies and horses at the age of 14 when left school early.
Top jazz group performs in town
AN award-winning modern jazz band were in Burnham on Thursday night (October 1st) when they performed in front of a large audience at the town's Princess Hall. Portico Quartet were nominated for the Mercury Award, one of the music industry's top accolades, earlier this year. Rugby player set to tackle MP!
Exclusive: A FORMER Burnham-On-Sea rugby player has been chosen by the Labour Party to tackle the town's MP at the upcoming General Election. Andy Merryfield will be contesting the Wells parliamentary seat, currently occupied by Conservative David Heathcoat-Amory, at the next election. More... Five hour search for missing man
BURNHAM-On-Sea Coastguards joined a huge five-hour search for a missing person near Weston on Wednesday night (Septeber 30th). Coastguards from the town scoured a large area between Birnbeck Pier and Sand Bay to find the "distressed" man, who was understood to be aged in his 30s. More... First look at town carnival float
Exclusive: THE finishing touches are being made to a huge £14,000 carnival float which has been built in Burnham-On-Sea. With just a few weeks to go until the Burnham Carnival on Monday November 9th, members of Hillview Juvenile Carnival Club are busily preparing. More...
AN award-winning modern jazz band were in Burnham on Thursday night (October 1st) when they performed in front of a large audience at the town's Princess Hall. Portico Quartet were nominated for the Mercury Award, one of the music industry's top accolades, earlier this year. Rugby player set to tackle MP!
Exclusive: A FORMER Burnham-On-Sea rugby player has been chosen by the Labour Party to tackle the town's MP at the upcoming General Election. Andy Merryfield will be contesting the Wells parliamentary seat, currently occupied by Conservative David Heathcoat-Amory, at the next election. More... Five hour search for missing man
BURNHAM-On-Sea Coastguards joined a huge five-hour search for a missing person near Weston on Wednesday night (Septeber 30th). Coastguards from the town scoured a large area between Birnbeck Pier and Sand Bay to find the "distressed" man, who was understood to be aged in his 30s. More... First look at town carnival float
Exclusive: THE finishing touches are being made to a huge £14,000 carnival float which has been built in Burnham-On-Sea. With just a few weeks to go until the Burnham Carnival on Monday November 9th, members of Hillview Juvenile Carnival Club are busily preparing. More...
Fire tackled at holiday park
THESE were the scenes at a Burnham-On-Sea holiday park on Wednesday evening (September 30th) when a fire crew was called to tackle a blaze. A team of firefighters used a single hose reel jet to extinguish the fire in a waste compressor at Home Farm Holiday Park, as pictured here. Sickness bug hits town school
Exclusive: An outbreak of the highly contagious viral illness Hand, Foot and Mouth has broken out at a Highbridge School, we can confirm. Burnham-On-Sea.com understands several pupils have gone down with the highly infectious bug and are currently away from St JOhn's School in Highbridge. More... Subway store deal falls through
Exclusive: SUBWAY'S hopes of opening a fast food store in Burnham-On-Sea this autumn have been dashed after a deal to acquire a town centre premises fell through. Burnham-On-Sea.com learns a deal to turn the current JJ Welsh's restaurant into a Subway has been scrapped after the owner pulled out. More... 23lb eel caught off Burnham
THIS 23lb 9oz conger eel was the catch of the day when Burnham-On-Sea's first boat fishing competition of the winter season was held on Sunday (September 27th). Bristol fisherman Jeff Clarke reeled in the eel to win the first event of Burnham-On-Sea Boat Owners' new season. More...
THESE were the scenes at a Burnham-On-Sea holiday park on Wednesday evening (September 30th) when a fire crew was called to tackle a blaze. A team of firefighters used a single hose reel jet to extinguish the fire in a waste compressor at Home Farm Holiday Park, as pictured here. Sickness bug hits town school
Exclusive: An outbreak of the highly contagious viral illness Hand, Foot and Mouth has broken out at a Highbridge School, we can confirm. Burnham-On-Sea.com understands several pupils have gone down with the highly infectious bug and are currently away from St JOhn's School in Highbridge. More... Subway store deal falls through
Exclusive: SUBWAY'S hopes of opening a fast food store in Burnham-On-Sea this autumn have been dashed after a deal to acquire a town centre premises fell through. Burnham-On-Sea.com learns a deal to turn the current JJ Welsh's restaurant into a Subway has been scrapped after the owner pulled out. More... 23lb eel caught off Burnham
THIS 23lb 9oz conger eel was the catch of the day when Burnham-On-Sea's first boat fishing competition of the winter season was held on Sunday (September 27th). Bristol fisherman Jeff Clarke reeled in the eel to win the first event of Burnham-On-Sea Boat Owners' new season. More...
Fire crew tackles trees blaze
A BURNHAM-On-Sea fire crew was called to a West Huntspill farm on Monday evening (September 28th) after several trees were set alight. The firefighters rushed to the property in Withy Road at 6.20pm after an out-of-control bonfire spread to two trees. Crews used a thermal imaging camera and a hose reel jet to bring it under control. Burnham pensioner's 13,000ft leap
Exclusive: THIS was the moment a plucky 72-year-old from Burnham-On-Sea leapt out of a plane at 13,000ft to fulfill a lifetime ambition and raise thousands of pounds for charity. Malcolm Hill told Burnham-On-Sea.com how his "exhilarating" jump with the Red Devils Parachute Regiment Freefall Team last Friday had been the "most wonderful experience of his life." More...
A BURNHAM-On-Sea fire crew was called to a West Huntspill farm on Monday evening (September 28th) after several trees were set alight. The firefighters rushed to the property in Withy Road at 6.20pm after an out-of-control bonfire spread to two trees. Crews used a thermal imaging camera and a hose reel jet to bring it under control. Burnham pensioner's 13,000ft leap
Exclusive: THIS was the moment a plucky 72-year-old from Burnham-On-Sea leapt out of a plane at 13,000ft to fulfill a lifetime ambition and raise thousands of pounds for charity. Malcolm Hill told Burnham-On-Sea.com how his "exhilarating" jump with the Red Devils Parachute Regiment Freefall Team last Friday had been the "most wonderful experience of his life." More...
Hotel renovation starts... at last
Exclusive: SCAFFOLDING was installed outside the fire-ravaged Highbridge Hotel on Monday (September 28th) as work to renovate the property finally gets underway. This week's work comes 17 months after the property was left in an unstable condition following a huge fire in April 2008.
Exclusive: SCAFFOLDING was installed outside the fire-ravaged Highbridge Hotel on Monday (September 28th) as work to renovate the property finally gets underway. This week's work comes 17 months after the property was left in an unstable condition following a huge fire in April 2008.
Man in river bank drama
COASTGUARDS, police and ambulance crews from Burnham-On-Sea rushed to the banks of the River Parrett on Monday afternoon (September 28th) after a walker suffering suspected heart problems dialled 999 for help. The emergency services were called to an area of the river at West Huntspill at around 3.40pm.
COASTGUARDS, police and ambulance crews from Burnham-On-Sea rushed to the banks of the River Parrett on Monday afternoon (September 28th) after a walker suffering suspected heart problems dialled 999 for help. The emergency services were called to an area of the river at West Huntspill at around 3.40pm.
£5k boost for hovercraft charity
A BUSY summer of fundraising at a Brean caravan park has raised over £5,000 for Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercraft charity. Dozens of holidaymakers at Diamond Farm in the village have taken part in a series of events, ranging from hair colouring sessions to auctions and raffle for BARB.
A BUSY summer of fundraising at a Brean caravan park has raised over £5,000 for Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercraft charity. Dozens of holidaymakers at Diamond Farm in the village have taken part in a series of events, ranging from hair colouring sessions to auctions and raffle for BARB.
'I lost 15 stone in 15 months'
A BURNHAM-On-Sea man who has lost an incredible 15 stones in 15 months says he has a total new lease of life and is planning to climb the highest mountain in Africa. Keith Mitchell of Winchester Road has twice won a National Slimathon competition in recognition of his efforts.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea man who has lost an incredible 15 stones in 15 months says he has a total new lease of life and is planning to climb the highest mountain in Africa. Keith Mitchell of Winchester Road has twice won a National Slimathon competition in recognition of his efforts.
MP in fighting mood at Brean!
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP was in fighting mood when he visited Brean's annual Country Music Festival on Sunday (September 27th). David Heathcoat-Amory met business owners and chatted with music fans, including one dressed as an 1860s American Sharp Shooter, pictured here.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP was in fighting mood when he visited Brean's annual Country Music Festival on Sunday (September 27th). David Heathcoat-Amory met business owners and chatted with music fans, including one dressed as an 1860s American Sharp Shooter, pictured here.
Hovercraft pulled through Brean
A TWO-mile sponsored pull of Burnham’s rescue hovercraft through the streets of Brean raised hundreds of pounds for BARB, the charity behind the life-saving rescue service, on Sunday (September 27th). The Light Of Elizabeth was tugged along Coast Road by the group of country and western fans.
A TWO-mile sponsored pull of Burnham’s rescue hovercraft through the streets of Brean raised hundreds of pounds for BARB, the charity behind the life-saving rescue service, on Sunday (September 27th). The Light Of Elizabeth was tugged along Coast Road by the group of country and western fans.
Three hurt after jet skiers collide
THREE people were hurt after two water skiers collided at a water park near Woolavington on Saturday afternoon (September 26th). Three fire engines from Bridgwater and Burnham-On-Sea, plus a special rescue unit from Bridgwater and a rescue tender from Taunton were called to Middlemoor Water Park at 3.10pm.
THREE people were hurt after two water skiers collided at a water park near Woolavington on Saturday afternoon (September 26th). Three fire engines from Bridgwater and Burnham-On-Sea, plus a special rescue unit from Bridgwater and a rescue tender from Taunton were called to Middlemoor Water Park at 3.10pm.
Crash probe launched by police
Exclusive: POLICE have launched an investigation after a car collided into the roof support of a Burnham-On-Sea petrol station and then allegedly sped off. CCTV footage of the incident on the forecourt of the Esso petrol station in Love Lane is being used to try and find the motorist.
Exclusive: POLICE have launched an investigation after a car collided into the roof support of a Burnham-On-Sea petrol station and then allegedly sped off. CCTV footage of the incident on the forecourt of the Esso petrol station in Love Lane is being used to try and find the motorist.
Hovercraft called to walkers
ONE of Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercrafts was diverted from a beach training session on Saturday (September 26th) to check on the safety of four people spotted walking across the mudflats at Brean. The Spirit Of Lelaina hovercraft was training at Berrow at 3.30pm when it was tasked to investigate.
ONE of Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercrafts was diverted from a beach training session on Saturday (September 26th) to check on the safety of four people spotted walking across the mudflats at Brean. The Spirit Of Lelaina hovercraft was training at Berrow at 3.30pm when it was tasked to investigate.
Protest march held in Berrow
VILLAGERS in Berrow held another protest on Saturday (September 26th) as part of their long-running campaign to get a pavement introduced along Coast Road. Berrow's Local Action Team organised the protest in order to put pressure onto Somerset County Council to re-consider its decision not to fund a pathway.
VILLAGERS in Berrow held another protest on Saturday (September 26th) as part of their long-running campaign to get a pavement introduced along Coast Road. Berrow's Local Action Team organised the protest in order to put pressure onto Somerset County Council to re-consider its decision not to fund a pathway.
Mayor raises a mug for charity
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Mayor was among hundreds of local people raising their coffee cups for charity on Friday (September 25th) when the 'World’s Biggest Coffee Morning' was held. The Friends of Apex Park joined in the nationwide event, in addition to numerous pother groups in the Burnham area.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Mayor was among hundreds of local people raising their coffee cups for charity on Friday (September 25th) when the 'World’s Biggest Coffee Morning' was held. The Friends of Apex Park joined in the nationwide event, in addition to numerous pother groups in the Burnham area.
Yee haw! Country week is back
LARGE numbers of country and western music fans are in Brean for the resort's annual Country Music Festival, which started on Thursday (Sepember 24th). The festival runs until Sunday 4th October and, as with previous festivals, top names in country music are performing.
LARGE numbers of country and western music fans are in Brean for the resort's annual Country Music Festival, which started on Thursday (Sepember 24th). The festival runs until Sunday 4th October and, as with previous festivals, top names in country music are performing.
Fresh hopes of regeneration cash
Exclusive: A group of Burnham-On-Sea residents made a last-ditch attempt to secure hundreds of thousands of pounds towards funding the town's regeneration plans on Thursday (September 24th). Neville Jones, Alex Turco, Tony Lnyham and John Edwards (pictured) travelled to Taunton to attend the AGM of the South West Regional Development Agency.
Exclusive: A group of Burnham-On-Sea residents made a last-ditch attempt to secure hundreds of thousands of pounds towards funding the town's regeneration plans on Thursday (September 24th). Neville Jones, Alex Turco, Tony Lnyham and John Edwards (pictured) travelled to Taunton to attend the AGM of the South West Regional Development Agency.
Police appeal after garage theft
BURNHAM-On-Sea police have this week issued CCTV photos of two men they want to speak to following a theft from a garage shop in Burnham-On-Sea. The men took alcohol without paying from Central Garage in Berrow Road at about 10.15pm on July 27th - but were captured on security cameras.
BURNHAM-On-Sea police have this week issued CCTV photos of two men they want to speak to following a theft from a garage shop in Burnham-On-Sea. The men took alcohol without paying from Central Garage in Berrow Road at about 10.15pm on July 27th - but were captured on security cameras.
Hospital work nears completion
THE Mayor of Burnham and Highbridge, Derek Cooper, is sponsoring a concert in aid of The Friends of Burnham Hospital, to help boost its funds during the ongoing redevelopment project. The event will take place at The Princess on Friday 16th October - and tickets are now on sale in the town.
THE Mayor of Burnham and Highbridge, Derek Cooper, is sponsoring a concert in aid of The Friends of Burnham Hospital, to help boost its funds during the ongoing redevelopment project. The event will take place at The Princess on Friday 16th October - and tickets are now on sale in the town.
Willow woman goes on display
BURNHAM-On-Sea artist Clive Hammond-Lovatt has constructed this huge Victorian Lady, made from willow, for Somerset Art Weeks. The huge structure is on show at Musgrove Willows in Westonzoyland for the festival, which runs for the fortnight from September 19th to October 4th.
BURNHAM-On-Sea artist Clive Hammond-Lovatt has constructed this huge Victorian Lady, made from willow, for Somerset Art Weeks. The huge structure is on show at Musgrove Willows in Westonzoyland for the festival, which runs for the fortnight from September 19th to October 4th.
Vandals attack charity shop
Exclusive: MEAN vandals have left a charity in Burnham-On-Sea with a repair bill for hundreds of pounds after smashing a window during a break-in this week. The front window of Sue Ryder Care in the High Street has been boarded up after vandals broke the front window late on Sunday night.
Exclusive: MEAN vandals have left a charity in Burnham-On-Sea with a repair bill for hundreds of pounds after smashing a window during a break-in this week. The front window of Sue Ryder Care in the High Street has been boarded up after vandals broke the front window late on Sunday night.
'Last post' sounded for box
Exclusive: THIS post box in Brean which was in the spotlight earlier this year after we reported a post man had been bitten by a snake hiding inside is to be permanently discontinued. Burnham-On-Sea.com learns that Royal Mail has decided that the post box at Brean Cove is to be completely removed on health and safety grounds.
Exclusive: THIS post box in Brean which was in the spotlight earlier this year after we reported a post man had been bitten by a snake hiding inside is to be permanently discontinued. Burnham-On-Sea.com learns that Royal Mail has decided that the post box at Brean Cove is to be completely removed on health and safety grounds.
First look at £330k pool plans
Exclusive: THE proposed £330,000 expansion of Burnham-On-Sea's Swim and Sports Academy took a step forward this week with the formal submission of the plans, which are pictured here for the first time. Mark and Sara Cox-Conklin want a modern, two-storey extension.
Exclusive: THE proposed £330,000 expansion of Burnham-On-Sea's Swim and Sports Academy took a step forward this week with the formal submission of the plans, which are pictured here for the first time. Mark and Sara Cox-Conklin want a modern, two-storey extension.
Cinema holds FolkFest screening
MOVIE fans can grab their 1970s glam gear and sing along at a special screening of smash hit movie musical Mamma Mia! in aid of FolkFest 2010 next month. Burnham-On-Sea's Ritz Cinema is screening the movie on October 5th and will donate cash to the folk festival.
MOVIE fans can grab their 1970s glam gear and sing along at a special screening of smash hit movie musical Mamma Mia! in aid of FolkFest 2010 next month. Burnham-On-Sea's Ritz Cinema is screening the movie on October 5th and will donate cash to the folk festival.
MP: 'Town resilient in recession'
Exclusive: BUSINESSES in Burnham-On-Sea are proving resilient to the recession despite continuing difficult trading conditions, the town's MP said this week after a special visit to the town centre. David Heathcoat-Amory called in at several businesses during his walkabout in the town.
Exclusive: BUSINESSES in Burnham-On-Sea are proving resilient to the recession despite continuing difficult trading conditions, the town's MP said this week after a special visit to the town centre. David Heathcoat-Amory called in at several businesses during his walkabout in the town.
Bomb drama at Highbridge home
Exclusive: AN army bomb disposal team was called to Highbridge on Tuesday (September 22nd) after a gardener uncovered part of a wartime bomb shell. Police were called to a property in Isleport Lane just before 11am when the resident found the metallic object, which turned out to be part of a wartime bomb shell.
Exclusive: AN army bomb disposal team was called to Highbridge on Tuesday (September 22nd) after a gardener uncovered part of a wartime bomb shell. Police were called to a property in Isleport Lane just before 11am when the resident found the metallic object, which turned out to be part of a wartime bomb shell.
Town car wash raises over £300
MORE than £300 was raised by Highbridge's Dreamscheme and Burnham Fire Service when both teams joined forces to hold a fundraising car wash at the town's fire station on Saturday (September 19th). Burnham's firemen were helped by young members of the Dreamscheme group.
MORE than £300 was raised by Highbridge's Dreamscheme and Burnham Fire Service when both teams joined forces to hold a fundraising car wash at the town's fire station on Saturday (September 19th). Burnham's firemen were helped by young members of the Dreamscheme group.
O2 mast decision approaches
Exclusive: Mobile phone giant O2's bid to build a five metre tall phone mast on top of Burnham-On-Sea's Ritz Cinema looks set to be finally decided next month. The Planning Inspectorate is holding a public inquiry on the proposals on Wednesday 7th October in the town's Princess Hall, which is scheduled to last two days.
Exclusive: Mobile phone giant O2's bid to build a five metre tall phone mast on top of Burnham-On-Sea's Ritz Cinema looks set to be finally decided next month. The Planning Inspectorate is holding a public inquiry on the proposals on Wednesday 7th October in the town's Princess Hall, which is scheduled to last two days.
King Alfred reunion planned
FORMER King Alfred School pupils from 1980 to 1985 are searching for old classmates for a reunion to be held in October. Around eight friends including Darren Noad, Sue nee Baker, Adrian Guy, Nicola nee Putt and Nicola nee Solomon, are organising the event on Satirday Ocober 3rd.
FORMER King Alfred School pupils from 1980 to 1985 are searching for old classmates for a reunion to be held in October. Around eight friends including Darren Noad, Sue nee Baker, Adrian Guy, Nicola nee Putt and Nicola nee Solomon, are organising the event on Satirday Ocober 3rd.
Circus set to return this winter
A CIRCUS will be returning to Sanders Garden World near Burnham-On-Sea this winter during the run-up to Christmas. One of the country’s best known circus troupes, Circus Americano, will return to the site at Brent Knoll and host shows from December 7th until January 3rd, 2010.
A CIRCUS will be returning to Sanders Garden World near Burnham-On-Sea this winter during the run-up to Christmas. One of the country’s best known circus troupes, Circus Americano, will return to the site at Brent Knoll and host shows from December 7th until January 3rd, 2010.
TV's Orville coming to Burnham!
TV entertainer Keith Harris is set to bring his puppet Orville to Brean for a night of adult comedy next month. Tickets have gone on sale for the special event, to be held at Brean Leisure Park, on Saturday May 8th. This event will have adult themes and will not be suitable for youngsters.
TV entertainer Keith Harris is set to bring his puppet Orville to Brean for a night of adult comedy next month. Tickets have gone on sale for the special event, to be held at Brean Leisure Park, on Saturday May 8th. This event will have adult themes and will not be suitable for youngsters.
Busy day for town's fire crews
BURNHAM-On-Sea's fire crews had a busy start to the week, dealing with two incidents in three hours on Monday (September 21st). Two people were treated for smoke inhalation after a faulty washing machine caused a fire in a conservatory at West Huntspill. A man and a woman were treated at the scene.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's fire crews had a busy start to the week, dealing with two incidents in three hours on Monday (September 21st). Two people were treated for smoke inhalation after a faulty washing machine caused a fire in a conservatory at West Huntspill. A man and a woman were treated at the scene.
Weekend of fun for tennis club
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Avenue Tennis Club celebrated its 100th anniversary with a special Centenary Open Day at the weekend. The Open Day, held on Saturday (19th September), attracted large numbers of current and past members, plus supporters and families.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Avenue Tennis Club celebrated its 100th anniversary with a special Centenary Open Day at the weekend. The Open Day, held on Saturday (19th September), attracted large numbers of current and past members, plus supporters and families.
MP praises care homes staff
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP, David Heathcoat-Amory, has visited two care homes treating autistic people in the town. Mr Heathcoat-Amory began his visit at Stafford Lodge before moving on to Holly Tree Cottage where he was served lunch by one of the care home's residents, Robin Hookings.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP, David Heathcoat-Amory, has visited two care homes treating autistic people in the town. Mr Heathcoat-Amory began his visit at Stafford Lodge before moving on to Holly Tree Cottage where he was served lunch by one of the care home's residents, Robin Hookings.
Man assaulted in night time attack
POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea are investigating an alleged assault in the town which occurred during the early hours of Sunday morning (September 20th). A 30 year-old man was attacked as he walked home along Oxford Street after a night out with friends. He was treated by paramedics a short time later.
POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea are investigating an alleged assault in the town which occurred during the early hours of Sunday morning (September 20th). A 30 year-old man was attacked as he walked home along Oxford Street after a night out with friends. He was treated by paramedics a short time later.
Hats off to celebrating students!
SEVERAL bright students from Burnham and Highbridge were among those celebrating as they were honoured at a graduation ceremony held by Weston College. Lauren Organ, of Finches Way, and Hayley Dudley of Briar Court, both graduated with Foundation Degrees.
SEVERAL bright students from Burnham and Highbridge were among those celebrating as they were honoured at a graduation ceremony held by Weston College. Lauren Organ, of Finches Way, and Hayley Dudley of Briar Court, both graduated with Foundation Degrees.
Tom, 9, climbs tennis ladder
A YOUNG member of Burnham-On-Sea's Nathan Edwards Tennis Academy is proving a smash hit. Tom Colls, 9, has finished third in the Taunton Mini Tennis Green Series, held over the past few months - much to the delight of the Academy's staff and coaches. Fifteen boys entered from Somerset, Devon and Avon.
A YOUNG member of Burnham-On-Sea's Nathan Edwards Tennis Academy is proving a smash hit. Tom Colls, 9, has finished third in the Taunton Mini Tennis Green Series, held over the past few months - much to the delight of the Academy's staff and coaches. Fifteen boys entered from Somerset, Devon and Avon.
Burnham athlete's day of success
TWO well-known sporting faces from Burnham-On-Sea were celebrating on Sunday (September 20th) after a momentous day at a leading event in France. Mark and Sara Cox-Conklin, who run the Burnham Swim and Sports Academy, have been competing at the 11th annual World Biathle Championships in Monaco.
TWO well-known sporting faces from Burnham-On-Sea were celebrating on Sunday (September 20th) after a momentous day at a leading event in France. Mark and Sara Cox-Conklin, who run the Burnham Swim and Sports Academy, have been competing at the 11th annual World Biathle Championships in Monaco.
