A traditional seaside Punch and Judy show has returned to Burnham-On-Sea’s seafront this week for the tourist season.
‘Professor’ Paul Wheeler has secured a concession from Sedgemoor District Council to run his seaside show on The Esplanade, near the jetty, this summer.
From this weekend, he will be performing shows each Saturday and Sunday until October, weather permitting.
Paul told Burnham-On-Sea.com: “I always receive very positive feedback from people who come to the shows here in Burnham – they are very much a seaside tradition.”
“We have our fingers crossed for the weather and look forward to seeing as many people as possible.”
Paul has previously performed his traditional show on ITV1’s This Morning and on Channel 5’s Paul Merton’s Great Adventures.
Each of his performances lasts around 25 minutes and spectators are encouraged to make a donation.
Paul’s been performing on and off since he was aged seven and has been fully employed in the role since 2005. He is also a full member of the Punch & Judy Fellowship and Equity.
