Major revamp for Brean Pontin's
HOLIDAY firm Pontin's is to completely refurbish its holiday park in Brean, near Burnham-On-Sea, it was announced on Tuesday (February 3rd). The company is investing £50m into its six UK sites, creating over 2,000 new jobs, including many at the Brean camp, which was its very first.
HOLIDAY firm Pontin's is to completely refurbish its holiday park in Brean, near Burnham-On-Sea, it was announced on Tuesday (February 3rd). The company is investing £50m into its six UK sites, creating over 2,000 new jobs, including many at the Brean camp, which was its very first.
Grant cash windfalls for groups
REPRESENTATIVES from more than a dozen Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge groups received grant funding boosts from the town council on Monday evening (February 2nd). The town's Mayor, Peter Burridge-Clayton and Cllr Danny Titcombe handed over £2,250 to thirteen groups.
REPRESENTATIVES from more than a dozen Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge groups received grant funding boosts from the town council on Monday evening (February 2nd). The town's Mayor, Peter Burridge-Clayton and Cllr Danny Titcombe handed over £2,250 to thirteen groups.
Your photos: Burnham in the snow!
MOTORISTS are being advised to take extra care in Burnham-On-Sea after the town got a covering of snow on Monday (February 2nd). Burnham police urged motorists and pedestrians to take special care when using icy roads and pavements in the town after a downfall of the white stuff.
MOTORISTS are being advised to take extra care in Burnham-On-Sea after the town got a covering of snow on Monday (February 2nd). Burnham police urged motorists and pedestrians to take special care when using icy roads and pavements in the town after a downfall of the white stuff.
Three men sought in raid probe
POLICE revealed on Monday (February 2nd) that three men may have been involved in last week's attempted robbery at an antiques shop in Burnham-on-Sea. As first reported by Burnham-On-Sea.com last Friday (January 30th), the incident happened at 4.23pm in Victoria Street.
POLICE revealed on Monday (February 2nd) that three men may have been involved in last week's attempted robbery at an antiques shop in Burnham-on-Sea. As first reported by Burnham-On-Sea.com last Friday (January 30th), the incident happened at 4.23pm in Victoria Street.
Welsh drivers win Brean Rally
WELSH rally drivers Peter Lloyd and Graham Handley roared to overall victory at the Brean Rally on Sunday (February 1st). The duo's newly-acquired Subaru Impreza S12 World Rally Car, previously owned by former World Rally champion Petter Solberg, proved too fast for the rest of the competitors.
WELSH rally drivers Peter Lloyd and Graham Handley roared to overall victory at the Brean Rally on Sunday (February 1st). The duo's newly-acquired Subaru Impreza S12 World Rally Car, previously owned by former World Rally champion Petter Solberg, proved too fast for the rest of the competitors.
Burnham braced for snowfall
BURNHAM-On-Sea could see wintry scenes like these this week, when the town is forecast to get a covering of snow. The Met Office is predicting Burnham and the rest of the West Country could see temperatures falling well below zero on Monday (February 2nd) and Tuesday (February 3rd).
BURNHAM-On-Sea could see wintry scenes like these this week, when the town is forecast to get a covering of snow. The Met Office is predicting Burnham and the rest of the West Country could see temperatures falling well below zero on Monday (February 2nd) and Tuesday (February 3rd).
Shop shuts as recession bites
Exclusive: ANOTHER shop in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea has become the victim of the recession - and shut its doors for the final time on Saturday (January 31st). The photography shop in the High Street has closed after 12 years' business on Burnham's High Street, much to the sadness of its owner.
Exclusive: ANOTHER shop in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea has become the victim of the recession - and shut its doors for the final time on Saturday (January 31st). The photography shop in the High Street has closed after 12 years' business on Burnham's High Street, much to the sadness of its owner.
Brean Rally - Day One photos
FREEZING cold weather reduced the number of spectators at the opening day of the annual Brean Rally on Saturday (January 31st), but the action on the track was just as hot as ever. Brean Leisure Park once again echoed to the sound of high octane engines for the thirteenth annual Brean Stages Rally.
FREEZING cold weather reduced the number of spectators at the opening day of the annual Brean Rally on Saturday (January 31st), but the action on the track was just as hot as ever. Brean Leisure Park once again echoed to the sound of high octane engines for the thirteenth annual Brean Stages Rally.
Police meeting for Marine Drive
Exclusive: POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea are to hold a public meeting this Wednesday (February 4th) in response to mounting concerns about vandalism, speeding and crime in nearby Marine Drive. The 'street briefing' will be held on Wednesday at 12.30pm in Apex Park.
Exclusive: POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea are to hold a public meeting this Wednesday (February 4th) in response to mounting concerns about vandalism, speeding and crime in nearby Marine Drive. The 'street briefing' will be held on Wednesday at 12.30pm in Apex Park.
Attempted robbery at town shop
POLICE were investigating an attempted robbery at a shop in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea on Friday afternoon (January 30th). Officers rushed to Victoria Street at 4.23pm after two people burst into a shop. Police have appealed for witnesses to get in contact with any information.
POLICE were investigating an attempted robbery at a shop in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea on Friday afternoon (January 30th). Officers rushed to Victoria Street at 4.23pm after two people burst into a shop. Police have appealed for witnesses to get in contact with any information.
MP in town for Conservative AGM
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP was the special guest at the annual general meeting of the town's Conservative Party on Friday evening (January 30th). Over 30 people attended the AGM of the Burnham branch of Wells Conservative Association in the town's Princess Hall, where the MP spoke about his recent constituency work.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP was the special guest at the annual general meeting of the town's Conservative Party on Friday evening (January 30th). Over 30 people attended the AGM of the Burnham branch of Wells Conservative Association in the town's Princess Hall, where the MP spoke about his recent constituency work.
Burnham panto fun starts tonight
TWO pantomime groups are making final preparations for their shows, which open over the next few days. Burnham-On-Sea District Pantomime Society's annual show, pictured right, opens to the public on Friday evening (January 30th) and then runs until Saturday February 7th (except Monday).
TWO pantomime groups are making final preparations for their shows, which open over the next few days. Burnham-On-Sea District Pantomime Society's annual show, pictured right, opens to the public on Friday evening (January 30th) and then runs until Saturday February 7th (except Monday).
Police in town speeding crackdown
POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea are this week stepping up their efforts to rid the town of speeding motorists with the launch of a fresh crackdown on those that break speed limits. More speed checks are being introduced at known trouble spots, including The Esplanade (pictured here) and Marine Drive, where motorists are being pulled over.
POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea are this week stepping up their efforts to rid the town of speeding motorists with the launch of a fresh crackdown on those that break speed limits. More speed checks are being introduced at known trouble spots, including The Esplanade (pictured here) and Marine Drive, where motorists are being pulled over.
New roadworks to cause delays
MOTORISTS using a main road into Burnham-On-Sea will be faced with nine weeks of disruption when roadworks get underway in February. The County Council's Highways Department this week that Western Power Distribution would be laying new high voltage cabling along Love Lane from February 2nd.
MOTORISTS using a main road into Burnham-On-Sea will be faced with nine weeks of disruption when roadworks get underway in February. The County Council's Highways Department this week that Western Power Distribution would be laying new high voltage cabling along Love Lane from February 2nd.
Doorstep callers get cold shoulder
TWO new 'no cold calling zones' have been launched in Highbridge this month to help protect residents from distraction burglars and rogue traders. Over the past months, the Highbridge police team has been working with Sedgemoor District Council to set up the scheme in Trowbridge Close and Kiln Drive.
TWO new 'no cold calling zones' have been launched in Highbridge this month to help protect residents from distraction burglars and rogue traders. Over the past months, the Highbridge police team has been working with Sedgemoor District Council to set up the scheme in Trowbridge Close and Kiln Drive.
Litter problems to be swept away
Exclusive: LITTER problems in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea could soon be swept away following a decision by the town council to invest in a dedicated street cleaner. Councillors this week voted in favour of spending £12,500 on employing a person to keep the streets of Burnham clean.
Exclusive: LITTER problems in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea could soon be swept away following a decision by the town council to invest in a dedicated street cleaner. Councillors this week voted in favour of spending £12,500 on employing a person to keep the streets of Burnham clean.
Trapped kids freed from car
Exclusive: A distraught Highbridge father had to smash one of the windows of his car to free two young children after they became accidentally trapped inside. Dominic Walcott received a frantic phone call from his girlfriend on Tuesday (January 27th) after the children were locked inside.
Exclusive: A distraught Highbridge father had to smash one of the windows of his car to free two young children after they became accidentally trapped inside. Dominic Walcott received a frantic phone call from his girlfriend on Tuesday (January 27th) after the children were locked inside.
Three-way race for Princess Hall
THREE groups are now in the running to take over Burnham-On-Sea's Princess Hall. One is a commercial group of local businessmen, the other is a group of local arts and music enthusiasts, and the third is the Friends of The Princess, set-up by Sedgemoor District Council last year.
THREE groups are now in the running to take over Burnham-On-Sea's Princess Hall. One is a commercial group of local businessmen, the other is a group of local arts and music enthusiasts, and the third is the Friends of The Princess, set-up by Sedgemoor District Council last year.
DIY chain not coming to town
SPECULATION that DIY chain store Wilkinsons could soon be opening in Burnham-On-Sea has been denied by the firm. The company had been rumoured to be considering buying Burnham's former job centre at the end of the High Street, pictured here, but a spokesman said on Wednesday there are no such plans.
SPECULATION that DIY chain store Wilkinsons could soon be opening in Burnham-On-Sea has been denied by the firm. The company had been rumoured to be considering buying Burnham's former job centre at the end of the High Street, pictured here, but a spokesman said on Wednesday there are no such plans.
Football duo shown live on Sky!
TWO excited young football fans from Burnham-On-Sea got their faces shown live on Sky Sports and also met several top players when they became mascots for a Division One game. Fraser McDiarmid, 11, and Finley McDiarmid, 7, walked out with the Leicester City players during a game against Yeovil.
TWO excited young football fans from Burnham-On-Sea got their faces shown live on Sky Sports and also met several top players when they became mascots for a Division One game. Fraser McDiarmid, 11, and Finley McDiarmid, 7, walked out with the Leicester City players during a game against Yeovil.
MP set to hold barrage debate
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP is considering holding a public meeting to discuss local concerns about plans to build a Severn Barrage stretching from Brean Down to Wales. David Heathcoat-Amory's proposal comes a day after a short-list of five schemes was announced.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP is considering holding a public meeting to discuss local concerns about plans to build a Severn Barrage stretching from Brean Down to Wales. David Heathcoat-Amory's proposal comes a day after a short-list of five schemes was announced.
In photos: BARB pub quiz event
THE Burnham-On-Sea charity that runs the town's rescue hovercrafts received a cash boost on Tuesday evening (January 27th) when Burnham's Adult Learning Centre held a fundraising pub quiz in the town. A crowd of supporters flocked to The Reed's Arms for the BARB fundraiser.
THE Burnham-On-Sea charity that runs the town's rescue hovercrafts received a cash boost on Tuesday evening (January 27th) when Burnham's Adult Learning Centre held a fundraising pub quiz in the town. A crowd of supporters flocked to The Reed's Arms for the BARB fundraiser.
In photos: World Holocaust Day
HOLOCAUST Memorial Day was marked in Highbridge on Tuesday (January 27th) with a short service next to the town's Frank Foley Statue. Dozens of residents attended the ceremony, which was led by Highbridge's vicar, Reverend Robin Lodge, in Bank Street, as pictured here.
HOLOCAUST Memorial Day was marked in Highbridge on Tuesday (January 27th) with a short service next to the town's Frank Foley Statue. Dozens of residents attended the ceremony, which was led by Highbridge's vicar, Reverend Robin Lodge, in Bank Street, as pictured here.
Three months of queues begins
THE centre of Highbridge was brought to a standstill on Monday (January 26th) when three months of roadworks began. Despite assurances from Somerset County Council that the work would not cause too much disruption, motorists faced long queues in Church Street.
THE centre of Highbridge was brought to a standstill on Monday (January 26th) when three months of roadworks began. Despite assurances from Somerset County Council that the work would not cause too much disruption, motorists faced long queues in Church Street.
Cards firm launched by students
ENTERPRISING Sixth Form students at Highbridge's King Alfred School have formed their own company selling greetings cards. A number of sixth formers, accompanied by several keen Year 11s, have formed Kings Kards, selling quality greeting cards to the general public through shops in Burnham.
ENTERPRISING Sixth Form students at Highbridge's King Alfred School have formed their own company selling greetings cards. A number of sixth formers, accompanied by several keen Year 11s, have formed Kings Kards, selling quality greeting cards to the general public through shops in Burnham.
Asda backs new police centre
HIGHBRIDGE shoppers can now pick up crime-fighting advice and discuss concerns with local police when they visit the town's Asda supermarket. A police information point has been set-up in the store's car park and is being run by the beat team and two PCSOs from the Highbridge team.
HIGHBRIDGE shoppers can now pick up crime-fighting advice and discuss concerns with local police when they visit the town's Asda supermarket. A police information point has been set-up in the store's car park and is being run by the beat team and two PCSOs from the Highbridge team.
TV fame beckons for musicians!
Exclusive: A GROUP of fun-loving musicians from Burnham-On-Sea are set to entertain millions of people across the UK by appearing on ITV1's Britain's Got Talent. The 'Wrinkly Rappers', who comprise Brenda Brooks (56), Marion Bower (66), Belinda Marks (46) and Terry Reynolds (65), are heading to Cardiff next week.
Exclusive: A GROUP of fun-loving musicians from Burnham-On-Sea are set to entertain millions of people across the UK by appearing on ITV1's Britain's Got Talent. The 'Wrinkly Rappers', who comprise Brenda Brooks (56), Marion Bower (66), Belinda Marks (46) and Terry Reynolds (65), are heading to Cardiff next week.
£4bn lagoon could cut flood risk
A £4bn tidal lagoon that could protect Burnham-On-Sea from coastal flooding was officially named as one of the five barrage schemes being considered a shortlist by the government on Monday (January 26th). The 'Bridgwater Bay Tidal Lagoons' scheme is one of the projects selected from the ten examined.
A £4bn tidal lagoon that could protect Burnham-On-Sea from coastal flooding was officially named as one of the five barrage schemes being considered a shortlist by the government on Monday (January 26th). The 'Bridgwater Bay Tidal Lagoons' scheme is one of the projects selected from the ten examined.
Pensioner 'shaken' by accident
Exclusive: A BURNHAM-On-Sea pensioner was left "shaken" after a two car collision in the town centre on Monday morning (January 26th). A Ford Fiesta collided with a parked vehicle near Palmers, the butchers shop, in the High Street and then slammed into a sign post.
Exclusive: A BURNHAM-On-Sea pensioner was left "shaken" after a two car collision in the town centre on Monday morning (January 26th). A Ford Fiesta collided with a parked vehicle near Palmers, the butchers shop, in the High Street and then slammed into a sign post.
Estate agents see rise in interest
Exclusive: THE property market in Burnham-On-Sea could be showing very early signs of a small recovery, according to estate agents in the town. Nick Puddy from Saxons, based in the High Street, told Burnham-On-Sea.com: "There's definitely been more interest now than in the last few months of 2008."
Exclusive: THE property market in Burnham-On-Sea could be showing very early signs of a small recovery, according to estate agents in the town. Nick Puddy from Saxons, based in the High Street, told Burnham-On-Sea.com: "There's definitely been more interest now than in the last few months of 2008."
Lions give BAY Centre new look
BURNHAM-On-Sea's youth centre has been given a fresh splash of colour thanks to the efforts of a group of volunteers from the town's Lions Club. Five members donned their overalls on Saturday (January 24th) to give the BAY Centre in Cassis Close a new lick of paint in time for the opening of its new youth cafe.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's youth centre has been given a fresh splash of colour thanks to the efforts of a group of volunteers from the town's Lions Club. Five members donned their overalls on Saturday (January 24th) to give the BAY Centre in Cassis Close a new lick of paint in time for the opening of its new youth cafe.
Reward offered as vandals attack
Exclusive: THE furious owner of a Burnham-On-Sea shop has offered a financial reward to try and catch the vandals who attacked his business for the fifteenth time in as many years on Sunday (January 25th). Mark Woods, owner of Watermark Financial Solutions at 62 High Street, faces a repair bill of several hundred pounds following the early morning attack.
Exclusive: THE furious owner of a Burnham-On-Sea shop has offered a financial reward to try and catch the vandals who attacked his business for the fifteenth time in as many years on Sunday (January 25th). Mark Woods, owner of Watermark Financial Solutions at 62 High Street, faces a repair bill of several hundred pounds following the early morning attack.
Brean Rally 2009 - full preview
BREAN Leisure Park, near Burnham-On-Sea, will once again echo to the sound of high octane engines this coming weekend when the 2009 Brean Stages Rally gets underway. The two-day event takes place on Saturday 31st January and Sunday 1st February and will attract top teams from around the UK.
BREAN Leisure Park, near Burnham-On-Sea, will once again echo to the sound of high octane engines this coming weekend when the 2009 Brean Stages Rally gets underway. The two-day event takes place on Saturday 31st January and Sunday 1st February and will attract top teams from around the UK.
Shoe shop quells closure fears
'CLOSING down' posters plastered across the front of a Burnham-On-Sea shoe store have been misleading some shoppers this week. Concerned customers thought High Street shop Shoe Zone, pictured here, was set to follow the credit crunch-hit Woolworths and shut down.
'CLOSING down' posters plastered across the front of a Burnham-On-Sea shoe store have been misleading some shoppers this week. Concerned customers thought High Street shop Shoe Zone, pictured here, was set to follow the credit crunch-hit Woolworths and shut down.
Town coach campaign launched
TRADERS in Burnham-On-Sea have this week launched a new campaign to encourage more coach companies to bring visitors into the town centre. Plans to launch the campaign were first featured on Burnham-On-Sea.com earlier this month amid growing concern.
TRADERS in Burnham-On-Sea have this week launched a new campaign to encourage more coach companies to bring visitors into the town centre. Plans to launch the campaign were first featured on Burnham-On-Sea.com earlier this month amid growing concern.
Fire crews tackle M5 car blaze
BURNHAM-On-Sea fire crews were called to a car fire on the M5 motorway on Saturday evening (January 24th). Two fire engines from Burnham were called out at 7.02pm after the vehicle was reported to be alight near the motorway's junction 22 for Burnham-on-Sea.
BURNHAM-On-Sea fire crews were called to a car fire on the M5 motorway on Saturday evening (January 24th). Two fire engines from Burnham were called out at 7.02pm after the vehicle was reported to be alight near the motorway's junction 22 for Burnham-on-Sea.
£1.6m health club opens this week
Exclusive: A brand new £1.6m health club is set to open in Burnham-On-Sea next Saturday (January 31st). Home Farm's new health club, called Fusion Leisure, is creating ten new jobs and features a 15 metre swimming pool plus a jacuzzi, sauna and steam room plus gym equipment.
Exclusive: A brand new £1.6m health club is set to open in Burnham-On-Sea next Saturday (January 31st). Home Farm's new health club, called Fusion Leisure, is creating ten new jobs and features a 15 metre swimming pool plus a jacuzzi, sauna and steam room plus gym equipment.
Sanders picks charities of year
STAFF at Sanders Garden World near Burnham-On-Sea have this week picked four organisations as their charities of the year for 2009. The centre will be holding fundraising events with the Somerset Air Ambulance, BIBIC, Freewheelers and Secret World throughout the year.
STAFF at Sanders Garden World near Burnham-On-Sea have this week picked four organisations as their charities of the year for 2009. The centre will be holding fundraising events with the Somerset Air Ambulance, BIBIC, Freewheelers and Secret World throughout the year.
MP attacks light bulb plans
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP this week clashed with a government minister over controversial plans to ban the use of traditonal light bulbs in the UK. Burnham's MP, David Heathcoat-Amory, was speaking in a Commons debate about environment issues on Thursday (January 22nd).
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP this week clashed with a government minister over controversial plans to ban the use of traditonal light bulbs in the UK. Burnham's MP, David Heathcoat-Amory, was speaking in a Commons debate about environment issues on Thursday (January 22nd).
Woman found dead at property
POLICE investigating the sudden death of a woman in Burnham-On-Sea say there is no reason to believe the incident is suspicious. Burnham-On-Sea.com understands officers were called to a property in Broadhurst Gardens earlier this week amid concern for the welfare of a middle-aged woman.
POLICE investigating the sudden death of a woman in Burnham-On-Sea say there is no reason to believe the incident is suspicious. Burnham-On-Sea.com understands officers were called to a property in Broadhurst Gardens earlier this week amid concern for the welfare of a middle-aged woman.
19 jobs go at Highbridge firm
NINETEEN full-time jobs have been lost at a Highbridge joinery company as the recession continues to bite. David Salisbury Joinery, which is based on Highbridge's Isleport Industrial Estate, specialises in quality conservatory and hardwood goods and announced the job loses this week.
NINETEEN full-time jobs have been lost at a Highbridge joinery company as the recession continues to bite. David Salisbury Joinery, which is based on Highbridge's Isleport Industrial Estate, specialises in quality conservatory and hardwood goods and announced the job loses this week.
Crime falls 15 per cent in town
CRIME in Burnham-On-Sea has fallen 15 per cent during the last year. Residents were given the statistics by police officers at a packed meeting in the town on Thursday evening (January 22nd) where local people were able to set police priorities for Burnham for the coming months.
CRIME in Burnham-On-Sea has fallen 15 per cent during the last year. Residents were given the statistics by police officers at a packed meeting in the town on Thursday evening (January 22nd) where local people were able to set police priorities for Burnham for the coming months.
Mixed reactions for Cove plans
Exclusive: A BRAND new image showing how Burnham-On-Sea's Marine Cove gardens will look after a renovation project is completed was unveiled for the first time on Thursday (January 22nd) - but the proposals have drawn mixed reactions. Harley Cook, Sedgemoor's Parks and Open Spaces Officer, displayed the 3D image at Thursday's meeting of Burnham Chamber of Trade and Commerce.
Exclusive: A BRAND new image showing how Burnham-On-Sea's Marine Cove gardens will look after a renovation project is completed was unveiled for the first time on Thursday (January 22nd) - but the proposals have drawn mixed reactions. Harley Cook, Sedgemoor's Parks and Open Spaces Officer, displayed the 3D image at Thursday's meeting of Burnham Chamber of Trade and Commerce.
Cash cuts threat to scout hut
A SCOUT group in Highbridge could be set to close if the district council proceeds with the possible disposal of its headquarters under cost-cutting plans. The 1st Huntspill and Highbridge Scout HQ is included in a council list of premises that could be sold off to save money by the district council.
A SCOUT group in Highbridge could be set to close if the district council proceeds with the possible disposal of its headquarters under cost-cutting plans. The 1st Huntspill and Highbridge Scout HQ is included in a council list of premises that could be sold off to save money by the district council.
Ambulance crews attend fatal crash
THREE ambulance crews from Burnham-On-Sea were called to a fatal accident on the M5 motorway on Thursday evening (January 22nd). The M5's southbound carriageway was closed following the collision between junctions 24 and 25 at about 6.40pm. A young child is believed to have been killed.
THREE ambulance crews from Burnham-On-Sea were called to a fatal accident on the M5 motorway on Thursday evening (January 22nd). The M5's southbound carriageway was closed following the collision between junctions 24 and 25 at about 6.40pm. A young child is believed to have been killed.
£140,000 boost for Apex Park
HIGHBRIDGE'S Apex Park is to receive a £140,000 windfall that will see its play area modernised. The project, which is being partly funded by the National Lottery, aims to deliver a 'natural play space' which will use existing grassy areas and natural materials in the Highbridge park.
HIGHBRIDGE'S Apex Park is to receive a £140,000 windfall that will see its play area modernised. The project, which is being partly funded by the National Lottery, aims to deliver a 'natural play space' which will use existing grassy areas and natural materials in the Highbridge park.
Subway bosses visit Burnham
Exclusive: BOSSES from fast food chain Subway visited Burnham-On-Sea this month to view a former restaurant on the town's High Street which was being considered as the location for their new store. We were first to report in December that Subway wants to open a store in the town in 2009.
Exclusive: BOSSES from fast food chain Subway visited Burnham-On-Sea this month to view a former restaurant on the town's High Street which was being considered as the location for their new store. We were first to report in December that Subway wants to open a store in the town in 2009.
Coastguards get new night flares
Exclusive: SAFETY fears about the use of emergency flares appear to have eased after Burnham-On-Sea Coastguards were this week issued with a new stock of the devices. Burnham-On-Sea.com first reported last October how fears had been raised after a government to stop their use.
Exclusive: SAFETY fears about the use of emergency flares appear to have eased after Burnham-On-Sea Coastguards were this week issued with a new stock of the devices. Burnham-On-Sea.com first reported last October how fears had been raised after a government to stop their use.
Russian dancers to visit town
MEMBERS of Highbridge's King Alfred School Youth Dance Company, KAZDANZ, will soon be re-united with friends they met a year ago in Russia. During February 2008, members of the group travelled to the old town of Pereslavl Zalessky to spend a week at a Russian school, get to know students, and learn all about Russian dance.
MEMBERS of Highbridge's King Alfred School Youth Dance Company, KAZDANZ, will soon be re-united with friends they met a year ago in Russia. During February 2008, members of the group travelled to the old town of Pereslavl Zalessky to spend a week at a Russian school, get to know students, and learn all about Russian dance.
Pool to shut for repair work
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea's swimming pool is to close for ten days during February when the facility gets an overhaul costing tens of thousands of pounds. Following a partial collapse of the pool's wall last month, when several metres of tiles fell off the side of the pool, the Swim and Sports Academy said the pool would be shutting for maintenance between February 13th and February 23rd.
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea's swimming pool is to close for ten days during February when the facility gets an overhaul costing tens of thousands of pounds. Following a partial collapse of the pool's wall last month, when several metres of tiles fell off the side of the pool, the Swim and Sports Academy said the pool would be shutting for maintenance between February 13th and February 23rd.
