'Sort out mud-clogged play area'
SCORES of parents and children are unhappy that a brand new £140,000 play area which opened in Highbridge last month has been turned into a muddy quagmire and are calling for action from the district council. The long-awaited revamp of Apex Park’s play area was completed last month. More..
SCORES of parents and children are unhappy that a brand new £140,000 play area which opened in Highbridge last month has been turned into a muddy quagmire and are calling for action from the district council. The long-awaited revamp of Apex Park’s play area was completed last month. More..
Busy 24 hours for town fire crew
FIREFIGHTERS rushed to Burnham-On-Sea hospital on Thursday morning (January 21st) after several fire alarms sounded. One engine was called to the War Memorial Hospital in Love Lane at 8.20am to investigate, but it all turned out to be a false alarm - press spokesman Paul Slavin told Burnham-On-Sea.com. More..
FIREFIGHTERS rushed to Burnham-On-Sea hospital on Thursday morning (January 21st) after several fire alarms sounded. One engine was called to the War Memorial Hospital in Love Lane at 8.20am to investigate, but it all turned out to be a false alarm - press spokesman Paul Slavin told Burnham-On-Sea.com. More..
Subway store opened in town
FAST food giant Subway has opened its new High Street store in Burnham-On-Sea this morning (Thursday, January 21st). The business opened to the public at 21 The High Street following a £140,000 investment by Burnham-On-Sea franchise holder Mike Bond and his son Lee.
FAST food giant Subway has opened its new High Street store in Burnham-On-Sea this morning (Thursday, January 21st). The business opened to the public at 21 The High Street following a £140,000 investment by Burnham-On-Sea franchise holder Mike Bond and his son Lee.
Burnham gym gets a new look
Exclusive: A BURNHAM-On-Sea gym has started the new year with a £50,000 refurbishment. The first phase of Fit 4 All's modernisation, which was completed last week, consists of the replacement and upgrade of all the resistance and strength equipment at the Love Lane facilities.
Exclusive: A BURNHAM-On-Sea gym has started the new year with a £50,000 refurbishment. The first phase of Fit 4 All's modernisation, which was completed last week, consists of the replacement and upgrade of all the resistance and strength equipment at the Love Lane facilities.
Anger over boundary proposals
Exclusive: A TOWN councillor has expressed his shock at "misguided" proposals to split up the boundary lines between council seats across the Burnham-On-Sea area. Cllr Chris Williams believes the initial proposals from the UK Boundary Committee have not been properly considered.
Exclusive: A TOWN councillor has expressed his shock at "misguided" proposals to split up the boundary lines between council seats across the Burnham-On-Sea area. Cllr Chris Williams believes the initial proposals from the UK Boundary Committee have not been properly considered.
MP's fears for hospital funding
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP this week demanded that hospital charity donations must not become regarded as part of general NHS budgets. David Heathcoat-Amory made the comments during a debate in the House of Commons, where he drew attention to Burnham Hospital.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP this week demanded that hospital charity donations must not become regarded as part of general NHS budgets. David Heathcoat-Amory made the comments during a debate in the House of Commons, where he drew attention to Burnham Hospital.
Residents raise funds for Haiti
FUNDRAISERS across the Burnham-On-Sea area are rallying round to raise money for those affected by last week's devastating earthquake in Haiti. Members of Burnham-On-Sea Rotary Club will be at Sanders Garden World on Thursday (January 21st) and Friday (January 22nd).
FUNDRAISERS across the Burnham-On-Sea area are rallying round to raise money for those affected by last week's devastating earthquake in Haiti. Members of Burnham-On-Sea Rotary Club will be at Sanders Garden World on Thursday (January 21st) and Friday (January 22nd).
New cycle route moves closer
Exclusive: A new cycle route between Brean and Weston-super-Mare moved a step closer this week when council planners gave approval to the path. Sedgemoor District Council approved the renewal of a planning application for a change of use of land at Diamond Farm in Brean for it to become part of the national cycle network.
Exclusive: A new cycle route between Brean and Weston-super-Mare moved a step closer this week when council planners gave approval to the path. Sedgemoor District Council approved the renewal of a planning application for a change of use of land at Diamond Farm in Brean for it to become part of the national cycle network.
Bins service returning to normal
SOMERSET Waste Partnership is continuing to catch up on missed waste and recycling collections in the Burnham-On-Sea area following the recent cold snap. The group's contractor, May Gurney, is putting all available resources into catching up with the backlog and gave us the latest situation.
SOMERSET Waste Partnership is continuing to catch up on missed waste and recycling collections in the Burnham-On-Sea area following the recent cold snap. The group's contractor, May Gurney, is putting all available resources into catching up with the backlog and gave us the latest situation.
Fashion show tickets go on sale
HUNDREDS of bargain hunters are expected to coverge on King Alfred School in Highbridge on Tuesday February 9th when an annual fashion show and sale is held. Organised by Burnham-On-Sea Rotary Club and the Inner Wheel Club, the event will raise money for several local charities.
HUNDREDS of bargain hunters are expected to coverge on King Alfred School in Highbridge on Tuesday February 9th when an annual fashion show and sale is held. Organised by Burnham-On-Sea Rotary Club and the Inner Wheel Club, the event will raise money for several local charities.
Carnival club appeals for helpers
BURNHAM-On-Sea's carnival club is seeking volunteers with electrical and mechanical experience to help out with this year's float. Hillview Juvenile Carnival Club won its class during the 2009 season with its 'Gee Wizz' entry and now it needs new helpers as work begins on its new float for 2010.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's carnival club is seeking volunteers with electrical and mechanical experience to help out with this year's float. Hillview Juvenile Carnival Club won its class during the 2009 season with its 'Gee Wizz' entry and now it needs new helpers as work begins on its new float for 2010.
Berrow crash victim is named
THE victim of Sunday morning's head-on crash in Berrow, near Burnham-On-Sea, has been named by police. Eighty year-old Bryan Green, from Brean, died when his car, a Honda Civic, collided with a Land Rover Discovery in Barton Road at 10.44am. Police, fire and ambulance crews rushed to the scene.
THE victim of Sunday morning's head-on crash in Berrow, near Burnham-On-Sea, has been named by police. Eighty year-old Bryan Green, from Brean, died when his car, a Honda Civic, collided with a Land Rover Discovery in Barton Road at 10.44am. Police, fire and ambulance crews rushed to the scene.
Historic seafront hotel on sale
AN historic seafront hotel in Burnham-On-Sea has gone on sale with a guide price of £750,000. The Royal Clarence at 31, The Esplanade has gone on sale due to the ill health of its owners. The property was Burnham-On-Sea's first hotel and is believed to have been built in 1796.
AN historic seafront hotel in Burnham-On-Sea has gone on sale with a guide price of £750,000. The Royal Clarence at 31, The Esplanade has gone on sale due to the ill health of its owners. The property was Burnham-On-Sea's first hotel and is believed to have been built in 1796.
Hairdresser remains in hospital
A WELL-known Burnham-On-Sea hairdresser is continuing to be treated in hospital for head injuries following an incident in the town last week. Peter Noad, who runs Peter's Hair Stylists in Cross Street, was taken to Frenchay Hospital following what police called a "serious domestic incident."
A WELL-known Burnham-On-Sea hairdresser is continuing to be treated in hospital for head injuries following an incident in the town last week. Peter Noad, who runs Peter's Hair Stylists in Cross Street, was taken to Frenchay Hospital following what police called a "serious domestic incident."
Young trade testers sought
VOLUNTEERS aged between 14 and 16 are being sought in the Burnham-On-Sea area by Somerset County Council's Trading Standards team to help enforce laws relating to the underage sale of age-restricted products such as cigarettes, alcohol and fireworks. Youngsters are needed for the checks.
VOLUNTEERS aged between 14 and 16 are being sought in the Burnham-On-Sea area by Somerset County Council's Trading Standards team to help enforce laws relating to the underage sale of age-restricted products such as cigarettes, alcohol and fireworks. Youngsters are needed for the checks.
New Burnham book launched
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP has this week been presented with a new book featuring the colourful history of the town's community centre in Berrow Road. Written by Veronica Richardson, the archivist of Burnham's University of the Third Age, the book was handed to the MP.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP has this week been presented with a new book featuring the colourful history of the town's community centre in Berrow Road. Written by Veronica Richardson, the archivist of Burnham's University of the Third Age, the book was handed to the MP.
Tessa visits Burnham PC group
LIBERAL Democrat parliamentary candidate Tessa Munt visited the Burnham Area Youth Centre during one of the group's regular computer sessions on Friday (January 15th). She also was given a tour of the building and heard about the various clubs that use it.
LIBERAL Democrat parliamentary candidate Tessa Munt visited the Burnham Area Youth Centre during one of the group's regular computer sessions on Friday (January 15th). She also was given a tour of the building and heard about the various clubs that use it.
Motorist killed in crash horror
A MOTORIST was killed in a horror crash in Berrow, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Sunday morning (January 17th). A Land Rover Discovery and a Honda Civic collided head-on in Barton Road, as pictured above, just before 11am. Police, fire and ambulance crews rushed to the scene, including an air ambulance.
A MOTORIST was killed in a horror crash in Berrow, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Sunday morning (January 17th). A Land Rover Discovery and a Honda Civic collided head-on in Barton Road, as pictured above, just before 11am. Police, fire and ambulance crews rushed to the scene, including an air ambulance.
Council tackles road potholes
TWENTY five specialist pothole teams are being deployed by Somerset County Council to tackle potholes after the end of the big freeze. One effect of the icy weather is to raise the surface of the road slightly and when the freeze ends, the road's foundations return to their level.
TWENTY five specialist pothole teams are being deployed by Somerset County Council to tackle potholes after the end of the big freeze. One effect of the icy weather is to raise the surface of the road slightly and when the freeze ends, the road's foundations return to their level.
Hotel unveils expansion plans
A HOTEL near Burnham-On-Sea is set to grow if council planners approve its expansion plans. The Fox and Goose Inn on the Bristol Road in Brent Knoll has submitted a planning application for a two-storey extension. If approved, the new wing would form additional bedrooms.
A HOTEL near Burnham-On-Sea is set to grow if council planners approve its expansion plans. The Fox and Goose Inn on the Bristol Road in Brent Knoll has submitted a planning application for a two-storey extension. If approved, the new wing would form additional bedrooms.
Safety sessions for tourist firms
SEDGEMOOR District Council will be holding a free training event for caravan and holiday park operators in the Burnham-On-Sea area on health and safety issues. The event, on March 2nd at Brean Leisure Park, is being organised by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE).
SEDGEMOOR District Council will be holding a free training event for caravan and holiday park operators in the Burnham-On-Sea area on health and safety issues. The event, on March 2nd at Brean Leisure Park, is being organised by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE).
Man seriously hurt in attack
A MAN aged in his 60s was today (Friday) in hospital with serious injuries following an assault in Burnham-On-Sea. It comes after officers rushed to a "serious domestic incident" in Jaycroft Road at 4.40pm on Thursday. Police said a man was taken to Frenchay Hospital.
A MAN aged in his 60s was today (Friday) in hospital with serious injuries following an assault in Burnham-On-Sea. It comes after officers rushed to a "serious domestic incident" in Jaycroft Road at 4.40pm on Thursday. Police said a man was taken to Frenchay Hospital.
Brean rally ready to roar again!
THE smell of burning rubber and the sound of screeching tyres will be in the air at Brean later this month when dozens of teams take part in the village's annual car rally. Brean Leisure Park will host the popular two-day K&R Mitsubishi Stages Rally on January 30th and 31st.
THE smell of burning rubber and the sound of screeching tyres will be in the air at Brean later this month when dozens of teams take part in the village's annual car rally. Brean Leisure Park will host the popular two-day K&R Mitsubishi Stages Rally on January 30th and 31st.
Arrest after bus shelter attack
A MAN has been arrested following an attack on this bus shelter in Highbridge on Friday (January 15th). The 48 year-old was arrested after a tip-off from residents when a window in the Bank Street shelter was smashed. The man was charged with criminal damage.
A MAN has been arrested following an attack on this bus shelter in Highbridge on Friday (January 15th). The 48 year-old was arrested after a tip-off from residents when a window in the Bank Street shelter was smashed. The man was charged with criminal damage.
RSPB bird watch flies into town
STAFF at a garden centre near Burnham-On-Sea are this month backing the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds' (RSPB) latest campaign to record sightings of gardeners' feathered friends.
The team at Sanders Garden World are supporting the Big Garden Birdwatch.
STAFF at a garden centre near Burnham-On-Sea are this month backing the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds' (RSPB) latest campaign to record sightings of gardeners' feathered friends.
The team at Sanders Garden World are supporting the Big Garden Birdwatch.
£50k pool project nears completion
A MAJOR £50,000 project to replace every tile in Burnham-On-Sea's swimming pool is nearing completion this week. The refurbishment of Burnham Swim and Sports Academy's pool in Berrow Road started last December and is on track to be completed later this month despite several setbacks.
A MAJOR £50,000 project to replace every tile in Burnham-On-Sea's swimming pool is nearing completion this week. The refurbishment of Burnham Swim and Sports Academy's pool in Berrow Road started last December and is on track to be completed later this month despite several setbacks.
Long service award for PCSO
A BURNHAM-On-Sea police officer has been presented with a long service award this week after 22 years on the beat. Inspector Roger Tolley presented PCSO Andy Dancy with his Police Long Service Ribband. Andy has been a dedicated servant to the public in Sedgemoor for the past 22 years.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea police officer has been presented with a long service award this week after 22 years on the beat. Inspector Roger Tolley presented PCSO Andy Dancy with his Police Long Service Ribband. Andy has been a dedicated servant to the public in Sedgemoor for the past 22 years.
Road closure delayed by snow
A TWO week closure of a busy route between Burnham-On-Sea and Berrow has been postponed due to the wintry weather. Somerset County Council had announced that Berrow Road would be shut to all traffic from Monday January 11th between Links Gardens and Ash Tree Road.
A TWO week closure of a busy route between Burnham-On-Sea and Berrow has been postponed due to the wintry weather. Somerset County Council had announced that Berrow Road would be shut to all traffic from Monday January 11th between Links Gardens and Ash Tree Road.
Holocaust Day event to be held
A SHORT service will take place next to Highbridge's Frank Foley Statue in Market Street on 27th January to commemorate World Holocaust Day. The service at 12 noon will be conducted by the Hope Baptist Minister Reverend Andrew Jackson, assisted by Reverend Christine Judson of St. John's Church Highbridge.
A SHORT service will take place next to Highbridge's Frank Foley Statue in Market Street on 27th January to commemorate World Holocaust Day. The service at 12 noon will be conducted by the Hope Baptist Minister Reverend Andrew Jackson, assisted by Reverend Christine Judson of St. John's Church Highbridge.
Subway to open next week
FAST food giant Subway will open its new High Street store in Burnham-On-Sea next week. The sandwich shop will open to the public during the week commencing January 18th, it confirmed. Subway franchise holder Mike Bond told Burnham-On-Sea.com: "Final work to renovate the building is underway."
FAST food giant Subway will open its new High Street store in Burnham-On-Sea next week. The sandwich shop will open to the public during the week commencing January 18th, it confirmed. Subway franchise holder Mike Bond told Burnham-On-Sea.com: "Final work to renovate the building is underway."
Three arrests after burglary
POLICE made three arrests in Highbridge on Tuesday (January 12th) after an alleged assault and burglary at a home in the town. Police were called to Worston Lane at just before 2pm on Monday following a break-in and an alleged attack on an occupant. Three from the West Midlands were later arrested.
POLICE made three arrests in Highbridge on Tuesday (January 12th) after an alleged assault and burglary at a home in the town. Police were called to Worston Lane at just before 2pm on Monday following a break-in and an alleged attack on an occupant. Three from the West Midlands were later arrested.
New D-Day for tourist centre
THE future of Burnham-On-Sea’s Tourist Information Centre looks set to be decided at a new meeting being held later this month. Last week's wintry weather led to the postponement of a meeting in Burnham, but the rearranged meeting will be held on Thursday 28th January at 7pm in the town council chambers in Jaycroft Road.
THE future of Burnham-On-Sea’s Tourist Information Centre looks set to be decided at a new meeting being held later this month. Last week's wintry weather led to the postponement of a meeting in Burnham, but the rearranged meeting will be held on Thursday 28th January at 7pm in the town council chambers in Jaycroft Road.
Fire drama in Berrow
FIRE crews from Burnham-On-Sea and Bridgwater were called to tackle a garage blaze in Berrow on Tuesday evening (January 12th). Two fire engines from Burnham and a water carrier from Bridgwater were sent to Monkstone Drive at 9.15pm. On arrival, the crews confirmed the garage was well alight.
FIRE crews from Burnham-On-Sea and Bridgwater were called to tackle a garage blaze in Berrow on Tuesday evening (January 12th). Two fire engines from Burnham and a water carrier from Bridgwater were sent to Monkstone Drive at 9.15pm. On arrival, the crews confirmed the garage was well alight.
Calendar cash for Coast Road
THIS colourful calendar is helping to raise hundreds of pounds towards Berrow's campaign for a much-needed path alongside a busy road. Hundreds of copies of the 2010 calendar have been sold to help finance the long-running battle for a new path alongside Coast Road.
THIS colourful calendar is helping to raise hundreds of pounds towards Berrow's campaign for a much-needed path alongside a busy road. Hundreds of copies of the 2010 calendar have been sold to help finance the long-running battle for a new path alongside Coast Road.
Snow path cleared on seafront
A GROUP of residents has used shovels, brooms and sacks of grit to clear a pathway through the snow and ice along Burnham-On-Sea's Esplanade. Many walkers have been unable to safely use the seafront following last week's heavy snowfall, which left it in a treacherous condition.
A GROUP of residents has used shovels, brooms and sacks of grit to clear a pathway through the snow and ice along Burnham-On-Sea's Esplanade. Many walkers have been unable to safely use the seafront following last week's heavy snowfall, which left it in a treacherous condition.
Students raise £3k for charities
SIXTH form students at Highbridge's King Alfred School raised more than £3,000 during their recent Rag Week and have this week handed over the funds to local good causes - Somerset and Dorset Air Ambulance, Guide Dogs for the Blind and BIBIC. One student, Millie Taylor, who helped oversee the event, met representatives to present their shares of the money.
SIXTH form students at Highbridge's King Alfred School raised more than £3,000 during their recent Rag Week and have this week handed over the funds to local good causes - Somerset and Dorset Air Ambulance, Guide Dogs for the Blind and BIBIC. One student, Millie Taylor, who helped oversee the event, met representatives to present their shares of the money.
Irish acoustic band in Burnham
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Ritz Acoustic Club will play host to popular Irish acoustic rock group The FOS Brothers later this month. Featuring Belfast-born brothers Dave and Sam McCrory, plus West Country percussionist Rom Dobbs, the band were a hit at Burnham's FolkFest 2008 and 2009.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Ritz Acoustic Club will play host to popular Irish acoustic rock group The FOS Brothers later this month. Featuring Belfast-born brothers Dave and Sam McCrory, plus West Country percussionist Rom Dobbs, the band were a hit at Burnham's FolkFest 2008 and 2009.
Man in court over town murder
A 23 year-old Burnham-On-Sea man appeared in court today (Monday) accused of the murder of a 20 year-old on Christmas Eve. Adam Lapthorne appeared at Exeter Crown Court accused of the murder of George Lawson, 20, (pictured) of Abingdon Street, Burnham.
A 23 year-old Burnham-On-Sea man appeared in court today (Monday) accused of the murder of a 20 year-old on Christmas Eve. Adam Lapthorne appeared at Exeter Crown Court accused of the murder of George Lawson, 20, (pictured) of Abingdon Street, Burnham.
Big Freeze disruption eases
LIFE began to return to normal across Burnham-On-Sea on Monday (January 11th) as the big freeze showed signs of easing. While scores of schools across Somerset remain closed for a third successive day, those in the Burnham-On-Sea area were all re-open.
LIFE began to return to normal across Burnham-On-Sea on Monday (January 11th) as the big freeze showed signs of easing. While scores of schools across Somerset remain closed for a third successive day, those in the Burnham-On-Sea area were all re-open.
Council in compensation claim
BURNHAM-On-Sea is to make a bid for financial compensation from the South West Regional Development Agency (SWRDA) following its decision last year not to award the town £750,000 of funding towards the modernisation of the town centre. He added that Somerset County Council did not want to deliver the Civic Pride scheme.
BURNHAM-On-Sea is to make a bid for financial compensation from the South West Regional Development Agency (SWRDA) following its decision last year not to award the town £750,000 of funding towards the modernisation of the town centre. He added that Somerset County Council did not want to deliver the Civic Pride scheme.
Amy celebrates birthday in style!
A BURNHAM-On-Sea teenager celebrated her sixteenth birthday in style this week with a special performance by a top music group. Amy Stacey's birthday, held at Lakeside Holiday Park, followed the format of MTV's Super Sweet Sixteen Party. Mother Karen organised for top music group KIG to perform at the event.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea teenager celebrated her sixteenth birthday in style this week with a special performance by a top music group. Amy Stacey's birthday, held at Lakeside Holiday Park, followed the format of MTV's Super Sweet Sixteen Party. Mother Karen organised for top music group KIG to perform at the event.
MP raises pylons in Commons
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP raised controversial proposals to build a new line of electricity pylons across the Somerset Levels pylons in the House of Commons on Thursday (January 7th). David Heathcoat-Amory's question was answered by David Kidney, an energy minister.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP raised controversial proposals to build a new line of electricity pylons across the Somerset Levels pylons in the House of Commons on Thursday (January 7th). David Heathcoat-Amory's question was answered by David Kidney, an energy minister.
Clock donations may be returned
THOUSANDS of pounds of money donated towards the cost of repairing Highbridge Town Clock will have to be returned in three months' time unless the work goes ahead in the meantime. Town Clerk Eileen Shaw revealed £2,000 may have to be returned in April.
THOUSANDS of pounds of money donated towards the cost of repairing Highbridge Town Clock will have to be returned in three months' time unless the work goes ahead in the meantime. Town Clerk Eileen Shaw revealed £2,000 may have to be returned in April.
Car and house damaged in blaze
THIS car was destroyed in a blaze in Burnham-On-Sea on Thursday afternoon (January 7th). Fire crews from Burnham and Bridgwater rushed to the scene in Martins Close at 3.35pm. As the crews arrived they found the fire had started to spread to two nearby bungalows.
THIS car was destroyed in a blaze in Burnham-On-Sea on Thursday afternoon (January 7th). Fire crews from Burnham and Bridgwater rushed to the scene in Martins Close at 3.35pm. As the crews arrived they found the fire had started to spread to two nearby bungalows.
Council welcomes YMCA move
TOWN councillors have this week welcomed the news that a council-run home which provides emergency accomodation for homeless people and families in Highbridge is to be transferred to the YMCA. Duncan Harvey of Sedgemoor District Council discussed the plans at the latest council meeting.
TOWN councillors have this week welcomed the news that a council-run home which provides emergency accomodation for homeless people and families in Highbridge is to be transferred to the YMCA. Duncan Harvey of Sedgemoor District Council discussed the plans at the latest council meeting.
Snow-covered Burnham from above
Exclusive Photos: These stunning photos of Burnham-On-Sea were shot by an aerial photographer on Thursday (January 7th). Jeff Thomas took the 'birds eye' photographs of the wintry Burnham area from a microlight 1,500 feet above the town. "It was a stunning view," he told Burnham-On-Sea.com.
Exclusive Photos: These stunning photos of Burnham-On-Sea were shot by an aerial photographer on Thursday (January 7th). Jeff Thomas took the 'birds eye' photographs of the wintry Burnham area from a microlight 1,500 feet above the town. "It was a stunning view," he told Burnham-On-Sea.com.
Railway bridge shut by black ice
TREACHEROUS black ice prompted police and highways bosses to closed this usually busy bridge in Highbridge on Thursday evening (January 7th). With temperatures plunging to minus seven degrees Centigrade, the bridge besides Highbridge Railway Station was shut temporarily.
TREACHEROUS black ice prompted police and highways bosses to closed this usually busy bridge in Highbridge on Thursday evening (January 7th). With temperatures plunging to minus seven degrees Centigrade, the bridge besides Highbridge Railway Station was shut temporarily.
Anger over dumped body of fox
WILDLIFE carers at Secret World Wildlife Rescue near Burnham-On-Sea were shocked to find the body of this dead fox had been dumped on their doorstep on Wednesday (January 6th). Its tail had been cut off, a hunting tradition, and it had been stamped on, according to the charity's Pauline Kidner.
WILDLIFE carers at Secret World Wildlife Rescue near Burnham-On-Sea were shocked to find the body of this dead fox had been dumped on their doorstep on Wednesday (January 6th). Its tail had been cut off, a hunting tradition, and it had been stamped on, according to the charity's Pauline Kidner.
Heavy snow hits Burnham
HEAVY snow swept into Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge on Wednesday (January 6th), closing schools and leaving slippery conditions for motorists. Pavements and roads were again left in a dangerous state as several inches of snow fell on the town - closing many schools.
HEAVY snow swept into Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge on Wednesday (January 6th), closing schools and leaving slippery conditions for motorists. Pavements and roads were again left in a dangerous state as several inches of snow fell on the town - closing many schools.
Car destroyed in 'suspicious' fire
Exclusive: ONE fire engine from Burnham-On-Sea was called to tackle this dramatic car blaze in West Huntspill on Tuesday evening (January 5th). Firefighters used a water jet to extinguish the fire on the A38 Main Road, but the vehicle could not be saved from being destroyed.
Exclusive: ONE fire engine from Burnham-On-Sea was called to tackle this dramatic car blaze in West Huntspill on Tuesday evening (January 5th). Firefighters used a water jet to extinguish the fire on the A38 Main Road, but the vehicle could not be saved from being destroyed.
