Anger over snub for motor club
Exclusive: A LONG-running classic car event which starts each year from Burnham-On-Sea has this week been forced to start from a Brent Knoll pub car park because Sedgemooor District Council was not prepared to forgo an hour's income for thirty car parking spaces. Furious Burnham-On-Sea Motor Club members have hit out at the decision, including Mayor Cllr Peter Burridge-Clayton.
Exclusive: A LONG-running classic car event which starts each year from Burnham-On-Sea has this week been forced to start from a Brent Knoll pub car park because Sedgemooor District Council was not prepared to forgo an hour's income for thirty car parking spaces. Furious Burnham-On-Sea Motor Club members have hit out at the decision, including Mayor Cllr Peter Burridge-Clayton.
Vandals leave trail of damage
Exclusive: VANDALS left a trail of damage in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea at the weekend as they smashed the windows of three properties. Two businesses on the High Street faced repair bills of several hundred pounds after their shop front windows were broken by the thugs.
Exclusive: VANDALS left a trail of damage in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea at the weekend as they smashed the windows of three properties. Two businesses on the High Street faced repair bills of several hundred pounds after their shop front windows were broken by the thugs.
Harvest supper raises hundreds
OVER £300 was raised for local charities when members of Burnham-On-Sea's Moose International Ladies Circle Lodge held their annual Harvest Supper on Saturday (September 27th). A large number of members attended the popular annual evet, which was held in Berrow Village Hall.
OVER £300 was raised for local charities when members of Burnham-On-Sea's Moose International Ladies Circle Lodge held their annual Harvest Supper on Saturday (September 27th). A large number of members attended the popular annual evet, which was held in Berrow Village Hall.
Green award for garden centre
A GARDEN centre near Burnham-On-Sea has won a 'green' award this week in recognition of its recycling scheme. Sanders Garden World at Brent Knoll was presented with a 'Green Initiative of the Year Award' at a special awards ceremony held in Birmingham. The centre's manager received the award.
A GARDEN centre near Burnham-On-Sea has won a 'green' award this week in recognition of its recycling scheme. Sanders Garden World at Brent Knoll was presented with a 'Green Initiative of the Year Award' at a special awards ceremony held in Birmingham. The centre's manager received the award.
New Italian restaurant to open
LOVERS of Italian food in Burnham-On-Sea are in for a treat when a brand new restaurant opens in the town this weekend. Bonomo restaurant is making final preparations for its grand opening at 30-32 Adam Street this Saturday evening (October 4th). The restaurant will serve authentic Italian food.
LOVERS of Italian food in Burnham-On-Sea are in for a treat when a brand new restaurant opens in the town this weekend. Bonomo restaurant is making final preparations for its grand opening at 30-32 Adam Street this Saturday evening (October 4th). The restaurant will serve authentic Italian food.
Badger blamed for A38 crash
THE A38 near Burnham-On-Sea was closed for almost an hour on Monday evening (September 29th) after the driver of this car swerved to avoid a badger and ended up careering off the road. The silver Ford Puma ended up on its roof, leaving the driver "shocked but otherwise not seriously hurt."
THE A38 near Burnham-On-Sea was closed for almost an hour on Monday evening (September 29th) after the driver of this car swerved to avoid a badger and ended up careering off the road. The silver Ford Puma ended up on its roof, leaving the driver "shocked but otherwise not seriously hurt."
Brother and sister are UK champs
A BROTHER and sister from Burnham-On-Sea are celebrating after making a big splash at the British Waterskiing Championships. Toby Duggan, 12, won the Under 15s competition and sister Grace, 9, won the Under 12s competition after last week's final round of action.
A BROTHER and sister from Burnham-On-Sea are celebrating after making a big splash at the British Waterskiing Championships. Toby Duggan, 12, won the Under 15s competition and sister Grace, 9, won the Under 12s competition after last week's final round of action.
Net gains for traditional anglers
CALM weather and high tides provided ideal conditions for a once-popular pastime in Burnham-On-Sea earlier this week. To the bemusement of some beach walkers, Highbridge angling enthusiast Martin Puddy used this unusually-shaped net to catch shrimps and other fish.
CALM weather and high tides provided ideal conditions for a once-popular pastime in Burnham-On-Sea earlier this week. To the bemusement of some beach walkers, Highbridge angling enthusiast Martin Puddy used this unusually-shaped net to catch shrimps and other fish.
Two injured in separate crashes
PARAMEDICS treated a nine month old baby for cuts to her head and a leg after a two vehicle collision on Brean's Coast Road during a busy afternoon for local Burnham's emergency services on Monday (September 29th). Police and paramedics were called to Coast Road at 1.40pm after a camper van collided with a car.
PARAMEDICS treated a nine month old baby for cuts to her head and a leg after a two vehicle collision on Brean's Coast Road during a busy afternoon for local Burnham's emergency services on Monday (September 29th). Police and paramedics were called to Coast Road at 1.40pm after a camper van collided with a car.
Residents evacuated from flats
RESIDENTS at a block of flats in Highbridge were evacuated after a fire in the property on Sunday evening (September 28th). One resident was treated by paramedics for smoke inhalation following the blaze at Charlotte Court in the Highbridge Quay development at 6.45pm.
RESIDENTS at a block of flats in Highbridge were evacuated after a fire in the property on Sunday evening (September 28th). One resident was treated by paramedics for smoke inhalation following the blaze at Charlotte Court in the Highbridge Quay development at 6.45pm.
Fire crew frees trapped lady
A BURNHAM-On-Sea fire crew was called to a seafront nursing home on Sunday afternoon (September 28th) after an elderly person became trapped following a fall. One fire engine was sent to Beverly Cottage Nursing Home on The Esplanade at 12.30pm, as pictured here.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea fire crew was called to a seafront nursing home on Sunday afternoon (September 28th) after an elderly person became trapped following a fall. One fire engine was sent to Beverly Cottage Nursing Home on The Esplanade at 12.30pm, as pictured here.
Town shop shuts after 15 years
A LONG-running Burnham-On-Sea shop selling collectables shut its doors for the final time on Saturday (September 27th). The owners of Aladdin's Cave in College Street have decided to close the shop after fifteen years of business, eleven in Burnham-On-Sea, due in part to booming trade online.
A LONG-running Burnham-On-Sea shop selling collectables shut its doors for the final time on Saturday (September 27th). The owners of Aladdin's Cave in College Street have decided to close the shop after fifteen years of business, eleven in Burnham-On-Sea, due in part to booming trade online.
Storm over Hinkley expansion
'STOP Hinkley' campaigners have reacted angrily to the announcement that French company EDF has bought British Energy, the owner of Hinkley Point B, paving the way to the expansion of the nuclear power station near Burnham-On-Sea. The group is concerned about the plans.
'STOP Hinkley' campaigners have reacted angrily to the announcement that French company EDF has bought British Energy, the owner of Hinkley Point B, paving the way to the expansion of the nuclear power station near Burnham-On-Sea. The group is concerned about the plans.
In photos: Olympics concert
BURNHAM and Highbridge Town Band was the centre of attention on Saturday afternoon (September 27th) when they performed a special outdoor concert in the town to mark the start of the UK's four-year Cultural Olympiad during the run-up to the 2012 Olympics. We have a full photo review.
BURNHAM and Highbridge Town Band was the centre of attention on Saturday afternoon (September 27th) when they performed a special outdoor concert in the town to mark the start of the UK's four-year Cultural Olympiad during the run-up to the 2012 Olympics. We have a full photo review.
Book sale raises Legion funds
A TWO-day book sale raised hundreds of pounds has for Burnham-On-Sea's branch of the Royal British Legion this week. Good weather boosted the number of visitors to the annual outdoor book sale, which was held on Friday and Saturday (September 27th). Over £300 was raised.
A TWO-day book sale raised hundreds of pounds has for Burnham-On-Sea's branch of the Royal British Legion this week. Good weather boosted the number of visitors to the annual outdoor book sale, which was held on Friday and Saturday (September 27th). Over £300 was raised.
MP celebrates 25th year in role
BURNHAM-On-Sea MP David Heathcoat-Amory has marked his 25th year in parliament at a special function this week. Wells Town Hall was full when constituents, friends and family members of Mr Heathcoat-Amory gathered to celebrate the anniversary of his election.
BURNHAM-On-Sea MP David Heathcoat-Amory has marked his 25th year in parliament at a special function this week. Wells Town Hall was full when constituents, friends and family members of Mr Heathcoat-Amory gathered to celebrate the anniversary of his election.
Beach re-opens after bomb find
BERROW beach was fully re-opened to the public on Saturday morning (September 27th) after a team from the Royal Navy bomb squad declared this wartime bombshell found in the dunes "harmless". Burnham-On-Sea.com first reported on Friday how police had sealed off several hundred metres of the beach.
BERROW beach was fully re-opened to the public on Saturday morning (September 27th) after a team from the Royal Navy bomb squad declared this wartime bombshell found in the dunes "harmless". Burnham-On-Sea.com first reported on Friday how police had sealed off several hundred metres of the beach.
Just over 100 sign Cove petition
Exclusive: JUST over a hundred people have signed an online petition calling on the Prime Minister to back plans to revamp Burnham-On-Sea's Marine Cove Gardens. A total of 107 people had added their names to the official Downing Street petiton by the time it closed earlier this week.
Exclusive: JUST over a hundred people have signed an online petition calling on the Prime Minister to back plans to revamp Burnham-On-Sea's Marine Cove Gardens. A total of 107 people had added their names to the official Downing Street petiton by the time it closed earlier this week.
Beach shut after 'bomb' is found
THE discovery of a suspected unexploded wartime bomb in Berrow dunes led police to seal off part of the village's beach on Friday evening (September 26th). These were the scenes as officers used police tape to restrict access to a large area of soft sand at the top of the beach near Berrow's Unity Farm caravan park.
THE discovery of a suspected unexploded wartime bomb in Berrow dunes led police to seal off part of the village's beach on Friday evening (September 26th). These were the scenes as officers used police tape to restrict access to a large area of soft sand at the top of the beach near Berrow's Unity Farm caravan park.
Top awards for St John cadets
THREE cadets from Highbridge and Burnham St John Ambulance have this week been presented with sought-after awards for their work. James Biggs, Rhiannon Parsons and Lucy Westlake were handed Grand Prior awards during a St John Ambulance event in Highbridge.
THREE cadets from Highbridge and Burnham St John Ambulance have this week been presented with sought-after awards for their work. James Biggs, Rhiannon Parsons and Lucy Westlake were handed Grand Prior awards during a St John Ambulance event in Highbridge.
Man arrested after police swoop
POLICE swooped on an address in West Huntspill on Thursday evening (September 25th) and arrested a man for violent conduct. Officers were called to Ringstone, near Withy Road, at 6.20pm after what police called a "domestic incident" in the area. One man was taken away by police.
POLICE swooped on an address in West Huntspill on Thursday evening (September 25th) and arrested a man for violent conduct. Officers were called to Ringstone, near Withy Road, at 6.20pm after what police called a "domestic incident" in the area. One man was taken away by police.
Gas leak drama in town centre
A ROAD in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea was closed for almost two hours on Thursday afternoon (September 25th) following a suspected gas leak at a property in Victoria Street. Fourteen firefighters were sent to investigate the incident at a flat above a chemists shop, as pictured here, after a local resident reported a strange gas, thought to be Carbon Monoxide, leaking shortly after 2pm.
A ROAD in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea was closed for almost two hours on Thursday afternoon (September 25th) following a suspected gas leak at a property in Victoria Street. Fourteen firefighters were sent to investigate the incident at a flat above a chemists shop, as pictured here, after a local resident reported a strange gas, thought to be Carbon Monoxide, leaking shortly after 2pm.
High-tech police camera in Brean
Exclusive: A HIGH-tech number plate recognition camera that will help police identify travelling criminals in just seconds is to be switched on in Brean over the next few weeks. Burnham-On-Sea.com was first to report in January that roadside number plate cameras were set to be introduced in Burnham, Brean and Highbridge.
Exclusive: A HIGH-tech number plate recognition camera that will help police identify travelling criminals in just seconds is to be switched on in Brean over the next few weeks. Burnham-On-Sea.com was first to report in January that roadside number plate cameras were set to be introduced in Burnham, Brean and Highbridge.
London 2012 concert for town
THE start of the UK's four-year Cultural Olympiad during the run-up to the 2012 Olympic Games is being marked with a free outdoor concert in Burnham-On-Sea this weekend. Burnham and Highbridge Town Band will be playing in the Manor Gardens on Saturday afternoon (September 27th).
THE start of the UK's four-year Cultural Olympiad during the run-up to the 2012 Olympic Games is being marked with a free outdoor concert in Burnham-On-Sea this weekend. Burnham and Highbridge Town Band will be playing in the Manor Gardens on Saturday afternoon (September 27th).
In photos: Play Ranger sessions
THE first of a series of 'Play Ranger' sessions which encourage children aged five and over to take part in outdoor activity play sessions was held at Highbridge's Apex Park on Wednesday (September 24th). The sessions are aimed at helping children have fun outdoors.
THE first of a series of 'Play Ranger' sessions which encourage children aged five and over to take part in outdoor activity play sessions was held at Highbridge's Apex Park on Wednesday (September 24th). The sessions are aimed at helping children have fun outdoors.
Finance firm celebrates award
A FIRM of Burnham-On-Sea financial advisers is celebrating being awarded a prestigious 'Chartered Financial Planners' title from the Chartered Insurance Institute. Positive Wealth Creation Limited has been given the sought-after title after years of hard work by its directors.
A FIRM of Burnham-On-Sea financial advisers is celebrating being awarded a prestigious 'Chartered Financial Planners' title from the Chartered Insurance Institute. Positive Wealth Creation Limited has been given the sought-after title after years of hard work by its directors.
Public meeting on Hinkley plans
Exclusive: A PUBLIC meeting is to be held in Burnham-On-Sea next month to give residents the chance to quiz British Energy about its controversial plans to extend Hinkley Point nuclear power station. The meeting will be held at 6.30pm on Thursday October 16th in the town's Princess Hall.
Exclusive: A PUBLIC meeting is to be held in Burnham-On-Sea next month to give residents the chance to quiz British Energy about its controversial plans to extend Hinkley Point nuclear power station. The meeting will be held at 6.30pm on Thursday October 16th in the town's Princess Hall.
Mean thieves steal RAF plaque
Exclusive: MEAN thieves have stolen a seafront plaque that was installed on Burnham's sea wall two years ago to celebrate 60 years of the town's Royal Air Forces Association. The plaque was officially unveiled at a ceremony in 2006, but has been stolen from the sea wall this week.
Exclusive: MEAN thieves have stolen a seafront plaque that was installed on Burnham's sea wall two years ago to celebrate 60 years of the town's Royal Air Forces Association. The plaque was officially unveiled at a ceremony in 2006, but has been stolen from the sea wall this week.
Joe picked for county elections
Exclusive: HIGHBRIDGE resident and local councillor Joe Leach has this week been chosen as the Liberal Democrat's candidate for Somerset County Council's elections in the Huntspill district. Cllr Leach was announced as the candidate following a local poll of Lib Dem party members.
Exclusive: HIGHBRIDGE resident and local councillor Joe Leach has this week been chosen as the Liberal Democrat's candidate for Somerset County Council's elections in the Huntspill district. Cllr Leach was announced as the candidate following a local poll of Lib Dem party members.
Bike contest winner is named
THE lucky winner of a Tour of Britain cycle race competition in Burnham-On-Sea has been named this week. Mrs Jewel Larcombe, from Burnham, won the 'bike bits' competition and has been presented with her prize by the Chairman of Somerset County Council, Alan Gloak.
THE lucky winner of a Tour of Britain cycle race competition in Burnham-On-Sea has been named this week. Mrs Jewel Larcombe, from Burnham, won the 'bike bits' competition and has been presented with her prize by the Chairman of Somerset County Council, Alan Gloak.
Zapcat racers return with a win
BURNHAM-On-Sea zapcat racers Ryan Jones and Ashley Chappell returned to the sport at the weekend in winning style. The duo took to the Cornish waters of Newquay on Saturday afternoon (September 20th) to compete in a round of the national zapcat championships.
BURNHAM-On-Sea zapcat racers Ryan Jones and Ashley Chappell returned to the sport at the weekend in winning style. The duo took to the Cornish waters of Newquay on Saturday afternoon (September 20th) to compete in a round of the national zapcat championships.
Seafront speed scheme unveiled
PLANS to introduce a £29,000 traffic calming scheme to combat 'boy racers' and anti-social driving along Burnham-On-Sea's Esplanade were unveiled for the first time on Monday (September 22nd). Engineer Alan Lovell, pictured, was asked by the town council to draw up a scheme to convert the South Esplanade into a 'shoreline leisure drive'.
PLANS to introduce a £29,000 traffic calming scheme to combat 'boy racers' and anti-social driving along Burnham-On-Sea's Esplanade were unveiled for the first time on Monday (September 22nd). Engineer Alan Lovell, pictured, was asked by the town council to draw up a scheme to convert the South Esplanade into a 'shoreline leisure drive'.
Fireworks cash is handed over
A CHEQUE for more than £3,000 was handed over to Burnham-On-Sea town council on Monday evening (September 22nd) to help fund this year's seafront fireworks display. The cheque presentation came after a campaign to raise enough money from local firms for the town council to hold the display.
A CHEQUE for more than £3,000 was handed over to Burnham-On-Sea town council on Monday evening (September 22nd) to help fund this year's seafront fireworks display. The cheque presentation came after a campaign to raise enough money from local firms for the town council to hold the display.
Burnham MP visits local school
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP, David Heathcoat-Amory, met with staff and pupils during a special visit to Lympsham First School. During his visit, the MP visited several classrooms and saw pupils taking part in a ‘Wake and Shake’ morning exercise programme. He was impressed by the range of activities at the school.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP, David Heathcoat-Amory, met with staff and pupils during a special visit to Lympsham First School. During his visit, the MP visited several classrooms and saw pupils taking part in a ‘Wake and Shake’ morning exercise programme. He was impressed by the range of activities at the school.
Hot weather boost for town
CROWDS of visitors flocked into Burnham-On-Sea over the weekend as late summer sunshine provided a boost to the town's traders. Visitors on the seafront and beach, pictured, basked in temperatures of 20°C (68°F) in Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday afternoon (September 21st).
CROWDS of visitors flocked into Burnham-On-Sea over the weekend as late summer sunshine provided a boost to the town's traders. Visitors on the seafront and beach, pictured, basked in temperatures of 20°C (68°F) in Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday afternoon (September 21st).
Stranded 4x4 pulled to safety
A TRACTOR was used to pull this 4x4 truck to safety after its wheels became stuck in mud besides Burnham-On-Sea's jetty on Sunday afternoon (September 21st). Local tractor owner Simon Stroud of the Burnham Boat Owners Association pulled the stricken vehicle up the beach at 4pm, as captured here on these mobile phone pics.
A TRACTOR was used to pull this 4x4 truck to safety after its wheels became stuck in mud besides Burnham-On-Sea's jetty on Sunday afternoon (September 21st). Local tractor owner Simon Stroud of the Burnham Boat Owners Association pulled the stricken vehicle up the beach at 4pm, as captured here on these mobile phone pics.
In photos: Brean Memory Walk
OVER 60 walkers strode out for charity during a fundraising beach walk at Brean, near Burnham, on Sunday afternoon (September 21st). Glorious sunshine provided ideal conditions for the 65 walkers, who took part in the annual Memory Walk, held on World Alzheimer's Day.
OVER 60 walkers strode out for charity during a fundraising beach walk at Brean, near Burnham, on Sunday afternoon (September 21st). Glorious sunshine provided ideal conditions for the 65 walkers, who took part in the annual Memory Walk, held on World Alzheimer's Day.
Police appeal after fuel theft
BURNHAM-On-Sea police have this week appealed for help in tracing this motorist who may have been involved in a theft of fuel from a petrol station in Highbridge. CCTV footage shows a silver Ford Puma with the registration number 'W374 WZA' being filled with unleaded fuel to the value of £37.92 by a man, who drove off.
BURNHAM-On-Sea police have this week appealed for help in tracing this motorist who may have been involved in a theft of fuel from a petrol station in Highbridge. CCTV footage shows a silver Ford Puma with the registration number 'W374 WZA' being filled with unleaded fuel to the value of £37.92 by a man, who drove off.
New minister welcomed to town
A CONGREGATION of 120 people, including Burnham's Mayor, attended the induction of a new minister at a Highbridge church on Saturday (September 20th). Andrew Jackson became the new minister of Hope Baptist Church in Church Street during a special induction service.
A CONGREGATION of 120 people, including Burnham's Mayor, attended the induction of a new minister at a Highbridge church on Saturday (September 20th). Andrew Jackson became the new minister of Hope Baptist Church in Church Street during a special induction service.
No rise for Burnham taxi fares
TAXI fare charges in Burnham-On-Sea will not rise, it was decided this week. A request was made to Sedgemoor District Council by Sedgemoor's Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Drivers Association to increase fares to cover rising fuel costs. It comes after Burnham-On-Sea.com reported earlier this year how drivers are bearing the brunt of soaring fuel costs.
TAXI fare charges in Burnham-On-Sea will not rise, it was decided this week. A request was made to Sedgemoor District Council by Sedgemoor's Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Drivers Association to increase fares to cover rising fuel costs. It comes after Burnham-On-Sea.com reported earlier this year how drivers are bearing the brunt of soaring fuel costs.
Police appeal after motorbike crash
A MOTORCYCLIST was rushed to hospital following a collision with a car in the centre of Highbridge on Friday night (September 19th). Police were called to the junction of Church Street and Coronation Road at 11.15pm following the accident, which involved a white Volkswagen Golf Mk2 and the yellow motorbike pictured.
A MOTORCYCLIST was rushed to hospital following a collision with a car in the centre of Highbridge on Friday night (September 19th). Police were called to the junction of Church Street and Coronation Road at 11.15pm following the accident, which involved a white Volkswagen Golf Mk2 and the yellow motorbike pictured.
Crashes cause rush-hour delays
BURNHAM-On-Sea emergency services had a busy afternoon on Friday (September 19th) when two rush-hour accidents caused traffic delays. These were the scenes at 5pm on the M5 motorway's southbound carriageway near junction 22 at Burnham following a three vehicle collision.
BURNHAM-On-Sea emergency services had a busy afternoon on Friday (September 19th) when two rush-hour accidents caused traffic delays. These were the scenes at 5pm on the M5 motorway's southbound carriageway near junction 22 at Burnham following a three vehicle collision.
Shops shut after poor summer
SEVERAL shops across Burnham-On-Sea are shutting down as the effects of the financial downturn and a poor summer of weather have hit trade. Seafront clothing store Rose and Amber told Burnham-On-Sea.com it would be closing at the end of September after a "disappointing" summer season.
SEVERAL shops across Burnham-On-Sea are shutting down as the effects of the financial downturn and a poor summer of weather have hit trade. Seafront clothing store Rose and Amber told Burnham-On-Sea.com it would be closing at the end of September after a "disappointing" summer season.
Ann retires after 25 year career
STAFF at a Burnham-On-Sea shop have this week bid farewell to a colleague who is retiring after a 25 year career. Ann Rogers has been a familiar face in Shickle Shoes on Burnham High Street, helping and serving customers in her role as the store's senior sales assistant.
STAFF at a Burnham-On-Sea shop have this week bid farewell to a colleague who is retiring after a 25 year career. Ann Rogers has been a familiar face in Shickle Shoes on Burnham High Street, helping and serving customers in her role as the store's senior sales assistant.
Charity gives surgery a boost
BURNHAM-On-Sea's medical surgery has this week been handed a 'life-changing' piece of equipment by a charity in the town. Burnham Community Medical Equipment Fund's Chairman, Tom Ashton, handed the surgery's Dr Mike Wolfman a £1,000 syringe driver which is much-needed by the surgery.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's medical surgery has this week been handed a 'life-changing' piece of equipment by a charity in the town. Burnham Community Medical Equipment Fund's Chairman, Tom Ashton, handed the surgery's Dr Mike Wolfman a £1,000 syringe driver which is much-needed by the surgery.
Silver 'bloom' award for town
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Mayor has thanked the organisers of the town's entry into the Britain In Bloom competition after the town was awarded second place in its category in the south west regional awards on Thursday (September 18th). Burnham was awarded a silver gilt award in the Sergent Cup.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Mayor has thanked the organisers of the town's entry into the Britain In Bloom competition after the town was awarded second place in its category in the south west regional awards on Thursday (September 18th). Burnham was awarded a silver gilt award in the Sergent Cup.
Highbridge flat blaze tackled
FIRE crews rushed to Highbridge at 4.45am on Thursday morning (September 18th) after a fire broke out at a property with people inside. Crews from Burnham, Bridgwater and Street attended the incident at YMCA Riverbed House in Sparks Way to find that there was a flat fire.
FIRE crews rushed to Highbridge at 4.45am on Thursday morning (September 18th) after a fire broke out at a property with people inside. Crews from Burnham, Bridgwater and Street attended the incident at YMCA Riverbed House in Sparks Way to find that there was a flat fire.
Prominent shop could close
ONE of Burnham-On-Sea's longest-running shops looks set to close after its owners this week put the property's lease on sale. JPS Shoe Centre has been a familiar sight on the corner of Burnham's High Street and Pier Street for many years. Now, however, that the building's lease is available there are question marks about who will take over the premises.
ONE of Burnham-On-Sea's longest-running shops looks set to close after its owners this week put the property's lease on sale. JPS Shoe Centre has been a familiar sight on the corner of Burnham's High Street and Pier Street for many years. Now, however, that the building's lease is available there are question marks about who will take over the premises.
Help trace family album owners
A BURNHAM-On-Sea charity shop is appealing for help in tracing the owners of several family photo albums which may have been handed in by accident. Sue Ryder Care in the High Street is keen to get in contact with the owners of three photo albums full of old photographs.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea charity shop is appealing for help in tracing the owners of several family photo albums which may have been handed in by accident. Sue Ryder Care in the High Street is keen to get in contact with the owners of three photo albums full of old photographs.
Highbridge Hotel won't be demolished
THE owner of the fire-ravaged Highbridge Hotel has said this week there are "no plans to demolish the building." Derek Mead, who owns the property, told Burnham-On-Sea.com that he wants to restore the building to its former glory, rather than start from scratch. The building was left in an unstable condition following a fire in April.
THE owner of the fire-ravaged Highbridge Hotel has said this week there are "no plans to demolish the building." Derek Mead, who owns the property, told Burnham-On-Sea.com that he wants to restore the building to its former glory, rather than start from scratch. The building was left in an unstable condition following a fire in April.
