Fire crews tackle tractor blaze
TWO fire crews from Burnham-On-Sea battled to control this dramatic blaze in Highbridge on Friday monring, October 16th, when an oil leak caused a tractor and trailer to burst into flames. One fire engine was initially called to Watchfield at 11.13am after a large column of smoke was spotted almost a mile away.
TWO fire crews from Burnham-On-Sea battled to control this dramatic blaze in Highbridge on Friday monring, October 16th, when an oil leak caused a tractor and trailer to burst into flames. One fire engine was initially called to Watchfield at 11.13am after a large column of smoke was spotted almost a mile away.
M5 shut at Burnham after crash
THIS was the scene on the M5 motorway at Burnham-On-Sea on Friday morning, October 16th) after police completely closed the northbound carriageway. It follows an accident at 4.20am near Bristol when a car left the motorway and struck an electricity pole between junctions 20 and 19.
THIS was the scene on the M5 motorway at Burnham-On-Sea on Friday morning, October 16th) after police completely closed the northbound carriageway. It follows an accident at 4.20am near Bristol when a car left the motorway and struck an electricity pole between junctions 20 and 19.
Planning applications simplified
THE process of applying for planning permission in Burnham-On-Sea is to be made simpler and cheaper from November. Sedgemoor District Council's Development Management section will be offering a new service for giving pre-planning application advice. The prices and service has fully changed.
THE process of applying for planning permission in Burnham-On-Sea is to be made simpler and cheaper from November. Sedgemoor District Council's Development Management section will be offering a new service for giving pre-planning application advice. The prices and service has fully changed.
Sea wall plans unveiled for town
Exclusive: BURNHAM'S sea wall may be replaced "with a far higher structure" to protect the town from coastal flooding in the future, the Environment Agency said this week as it outlined its proposals to protect the town from floods and coastal erosion over the next few decades. Dozens of Burnham-On-Sea residents attended a special meeting in the town on Tuesday (October 13th).
Exclusive: BURNHAM'S sea wall may be replaced "with a far higher structure" to protect the town from coastal flooding in the future, the Environment Agency said this week as it outlined its proposals to protect the town from floods and coastal erosion over the next few decades. Dozens of Burnham-On-Sea residents attended a special meeting in the town on Tuesday (October 13th).
Man held over firearms offences
Exclusive: POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea have arrested a man on suspicion of firearms offences. Officers were called to Maple Drive at 3.30pm last Wednesday (October 7th) and a middle-aged man was arrested. A man in his 50s was arrested as a result of intelligence received by the local community.
Exclusive: POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea have arrested a man on suspicion of firearms offences. Officers were called to Maple Drive at 3.30pm last Wednesday (October 7th) and a middle-aged man was arrested. A man in his 50s was arrested as a result of intelligence received by the local community.
Football club celebrates windfall
BOSSES at Burnham-On-Sea United Football Club are celebrating after hearing earlier this week that they have received a huge £12,000 grant windfall from Sedgemoor District Council. The council has awarded a huge £12,346 to Burnham United Junior and Senior Football Club.
BOSSES at Burnham-On-Sea United Football Club are celebrating after hearing earlier this week that they have received a huge £12,000 grant windfall from Sedgemoor District Council. The council has awarded a huge £12,346 to Burnham United Junior and Senior Football Club.
MP to repay more expenses
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP has this week agreed to pay back more of his expenses after a review by a Parliament auditor. David Heathcoat-Amory hit the headlines in April over expense claims he made for bags of manure and other gardening items. On Monday, he was among many MPs sent a letter asking for more money to be repaid.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP has this week agreed to pay back more of his expenses after a review by a Parliament auditor. David Heathcoat-Amory hit the headlines in April over expense claims he made for bags of manure and other gardening items. On Monday, he was among many MPs sent a letter asking for more money to be repaid.
Model lifeboat donated to RNLI
A MODEL maker has donated this replica of a lifeboat to Burnham-On-Sea's lifeboat station. Mick Knowles has been constructing miniature ships, boats and galleons for around 30 years, and has just completed a 1/12th scale model of a Waveney class lifeboat, which he has donated.
A MODEL maker has donated this replica of a lifeboat to Burnham-On-Sea's lifeboat station. Mick Knowles has been constructing miniature ships, boats and galleons for around 30 years, and has just completed a 1/12th scale model of a Waveney class lifeboat, which he has donated.
Parking decision angers traders
Exclusive: Burnham-On-Sea's Chamber of Trade has this week described as "shameful" a decision by the district council not to provide free parking in the town during the run-up to Christmas. Weekend parking charges have often been waived by the council during December in an effort to attract more visitors.
Exclusive: Burnham-On-Sea's Chamber of Trade has this week described as "shameful" a decision by the district council not to provide free parking in the town during the run-up to Christmas. Weekend parking charges have often been waived by the council during December in an effort to attract more visitors.
Hotel renovation progresses
Exclusive: THESE were the scenes at the fire-ravaged Highbridge Hotel this week as work to renovate the property progresses. This week's work comes 17 months after the property was left in an unstable condition following a huge fire which occurred late at night in April 2008.
Exclusive: THESE were the scenes at the fire-ravaged Highbridge Hotel this week as work to renovate the property progresses. This week's work comes 17 months after the property was left in an unstable condition following a huge fire which occurred late at night in April 2008.
Huge vessel moored off Burnham
IT might look like an oil platform, but this oddly-shaped vessel moored off Stert Island, near Burnham-On-Sea, is actually carrying out borehole drilling work. The vessel, called Excalibur, is a jack-up platform accompanied by a supporting tug boat that is working in the Hinkley Point area for two months.
IT might look like an oil platform, but this oddly-shaped vessel moored off Stert Island, near Burnham-On-Sea, is actually carrying out borehole drilling work. The vessel, called Excalibur, is a jack-up platform accompanied by a supporting tug boat that is working in the Hinkley Point area for two months.
Anti-social drivers in firing line
ANTI-social drivers have quite literally been in the firing line of Burnham-On-Sea police this week. After several complaints about speeding and noisy exhausts from residents of Abingdon Street, officers have been out in the force using speed guns, as exclusively pictured here.
ANTI-social drivers have quite literally been in the firing line of Burnham-On-Sea police this week. After several complaints about speeding and noisy exhausts from residents of Abingdon Street, officers have been out in the force using speed guns, as exclusively pictured here.
Man arrested after drugs found
A 30 year-old Highbridge man has been arrested and four cannabis plants with a potential street value of £1,000 have been removed from his home. The man was arrested at his property in Smith Way following community intelligence received by Highbridge's beat manager.
A 30 year-old Highbridge man has been arrested and four cannabis plants with a potential street value of £1,000 have been removed from his home. The man was arrested at his property in Smith Way following community intelligence received by Highbridge's beat manager.
Tennis academy gets new home
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Nathan Edwards Tennis Academy is moving home and is now based at King Alfred Sports Centre. The decision follows several meetings between the Academy's committee and the Avenue Tennis Club to resolve various issues - but the talks ended without an agreement.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Nathan Edwards Tennis Academy is moving home and is now based at King Alfred Sports Centre. The decision follows several meetings between the Academy's committee and the Avenue Tennis Club to resolve various issues - but the talks ended without an agreement.
Cars seized by Burnham police
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea police seized two cars after they were spotted being driven in an anti-social manner in the town over the last week. A Peugeot 206 was pulled over in Cassis Close at 7.20pm on Friday evening (October 9th) when police were alerted. Another car was pulled over on Monday evening.
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea police seized two cars after they were spotted being driven in an anti-social manner in the town over the last week. A Peugeot 206 was pulled over in Cassis Close at 7.20pm on Friday evening (October 9th) when police were alerted. Another car was pulled over on Monday evening.
Youth shelter plans hit opposition
Exclusive: Controversial plans to build this new £17,000 youth shelter in Berrow were debated at a stormy public meeting in the village on Monday evening (October 12th). Fifty residents filled Berrow Village Hall, as pictured, where a petition signed by 81 people opposing the plans was handed to parish councillors.
Exclusive: Controversial plans to build this new £17,000 youth shelter in Berrow were debated at a stormy public meeting in the village on Monday evening (October 12th). Fifty residents filled Berrow Village Hall, as pictured, where a petition signed by 81 people opposing the plans was handed to parish councillors.
Flooding event being held today
RESIDENTS in Burnham-On-Sea will today (Tuesday, October 13th) be able to have their say about coastal erosion and how our coastline and its estuaries should be managed. The Environment Agency is holding the event in the Princess Hall when members of the public will be welcome to attend.
RESIDENTS in Burnham-On-Sea will today (Tuesday, October 13th) be able to have their say about coastal erosion and how our coastline and its estuaries should be managed. The Environment Agency is holding the event in the Princess Hall when members of the public will be welcome to attend.
Pottery shop to close this week
A BURNHAM-On-Sea pottery shop is to close this week when the business goes mobile instead. Owner Anya Burridge is closing her seafront shop this Thursday (October 15th) after 18 months - but she will continue as a mobile operation around the local area instead.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea pottery shop is to close this week when the business goes mobile instead. Owner Anya Burridge is closing her seafront shop this Thursday (October 15th) after 18 months - but she will continue as a mobile operation around the local area instead.
New music nights launch in town
A NEW season of live music events for fresh talent are launched in Burnham-On-Sea this week. Called Pier Pressure, each event will feature the best young bands and will be held fortnightly at The Old Pier Tavern in Pier Street starting this coming Friday night, October 16th.
A NEW season of live music events for fresh talent are launched in Burnham-On-Sea this week. Called Pier Pressure, each event will feature the best young bands and will be held fortnightly at The Old Pier Tavern in Pier Street starting this coming Friday night, October 16th.
Cash windfall for football club
TWO groups in Burnham-On-Sea are celebrating this week after receiving grant winddfalls from Sedgemoor District Council. The council announced on Monday (October 12th) that its Grants Award Sub Committee has awarded almost £14,000 of funding to two groups - Burnham FC and Burnham Scouts.
TWO groups in Burnham-On-Sea are celebrating this week after receiving grant winddfalls from Sedgemoor District Council. The council announced on Monday (October 12th) that its Grants Award Sub Committee has awarded almost £14,000 of funding to two groups - Burnham FC and Burnham Scouts.
New-look hospital facilities open
Exclusive: THE first phase of a £300,000 project to modernise Burnham-On-Sea Hospital's facilities is completed today (Monday, October 12th) with the opening of its new-look outpatients area. Staff at the 22-bed hospital are delighted with the results of three months of work to overhaul the facilities.
Exclusive: THE first phase of a £300,000 project to modernise Burnham-On-Sea Hospital's facilities is completed today (Monday, October 12th) with the opening of its new-look outpatients area. Staff at the 22-bed hospital are delighted with the results of three months of work to overhaul the facilities.
Town slimmer scales Snowdon
A BURNHAM-On-Sea man who lost 15 stone in 15 months and is in training to climb up the Kilamanjaro next year has completed one of his most ambitious training sessions to date. Keith Mitchell has twice won a National Slimathon competition after dropping from 33 stone.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea man who lost 15 stone in 15 months and is in training to climb up the Kilamanjaro next year has completed one of his most ambitious training sessions to date. Keith Mitchell has twice won a National Slimathon competition after dropping from 33 stone.
In photos: Burnham Aquathlon
DOZENS of athletes took part in Burnham-On-Sea's autumn aquathlon on Sunday morning (October 11th). Over 40 adults and almost 50 youngsters took part in a series of races that were organised by Burnham's Swim and Sports Academy. We have a full photo round-up of the event.
DOZENS of athletes took part in Burnham-On-Sea's autumn aquathlon on Sunday morning (October 11th). Over 40 adults and almost 50 youngsters took part in a series of races that were organised by Burnham's Swim and Sports Academy. We have a full photo round-up of the event.
£4,400 boost for hovercraft
A FURTHER £4,400 has been handed over to Burnham-On-Sea's hovercraft charity by generous holidaymakers at a Brean holiday park. Members of Diamond Farm last month presented £5,800 to BARB, and a second cheque for £4,400 was handed over to crewmembers on Saturday night.
A FURTHER £4,400 has been handed over to Burnham-On-Sea's hovercraft charity by generous holidaymakers at a Brean holiday park. Members of Diamond Farm last month presented £5,800 to BARB, and a second cheque for £4,400 was handed over to crewmembers on Saturday night.
Vicar's pilgrimage raises £250
A VICAR from the Burnham-On-Sea area has completed a sponsored pilgrimage from West Huntspill to Wells to raise money for two charities. Rev Geoffrey Walsh walked from West Huntspill to Wells to raise £250 for the Children's Society and Kit for Kids, supported by parishioners from his two churches.
A VICAR from the Burnham-On-Sea area has completed a sponsored pilgrimage from West Huntspill to Wells to raise money for two charities. Rev Geoffrey Walsh walked from West Huntspill to Wells to raise £250 for the Children's Society and Kit for Kids, supported by parishioners from his two churches.
Join 'Get Online Day' in Burnham
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Youth Centre in Cassis Close will be giving people who have never used the Internet before a chance to take their first steps in computing during a special 'Get Online Day' being held on Friday 23rd October. The BAY Centre's volunteer staff will be on hand to help.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Youth Centre in Cassis Close will be giving people who have never used the Internet before a chance to take their first steps in computing during a special 'Get Online Day' being held on Friday 23rd October. The BAY Centre's volunteer staff will be on hand to help.
Jet skier stranded on mudflats
ONE of Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercrafts was called to Weston on Saturday afternoon (October 10th) after Coastguards reported a water skier in difficulty on the mudflats. The man, from South Wales, had skied across the Bristol Channel from Porthcawl to watch Weston's annual motorbike beach races.
ONE of Burnham-On-Sea's rescue hovercrafts was called to Weston on Saturday afternoon (October 10th) after Coastguards reported a water skier in difficulty on the mudflats. The man, from South Wales, had skied across the Bristol Channel from Porthcawl to watch Weston's annual motorbike beach races.
Poultry house blaze tackled
FIRE crews from Burnham-On-Sea and other parts of Somerset have been tackling a major overnight fire at a poultry house near Bridgwater. A call was received at 2.55am on Saturday morning (October 10th) reporting the blaze in a poultry house at Fiddington. Six fire crews were mobilised to investigate.
FIRE crews from Burnham-On-Sea and other parts of Somerset have been tackling a major overnight fire at a poultry house near Bridgwater. A call was received at 2.55am on Saturday morning (October 10th) reporting the blaze in a poultry house at Fiddington. Six fire crews were mobilised to investigate.
New road to retain church link
TOWN councillors in Burnham-On-Sea have this week approved proposals to name a new road after a church hall that was demolished to make way for a new development of flats. The road running alongside the former St Peter's Hall will be named 'Saints Close'.
TOWN councillors in Burnham-On-Sea have this week approved proposals to name a new road after a church hall that was demolished to make way for a new development of flats. The road running alongside the former St Peter's Hall will be named 'Saints Close'.
New exhibition opens in town
A NEW exhibition of photography, photoart and acrylic paintings has opened in Burnham-On-Sea this week. Sea Breeze in Victoria Street is showcasing the work of talented artists Graham McPherson and Wendy Asplin. The free entry exhibition, with exhibits available to purchase, runs until Saturday 24th October 2009.
A NEW exhibition of photography, photoart and acrylic paintings has opened in Burnham-On-Sea this week. Sea Breeze in Victoria Street is showcasing the work of talented artists Graham McPherson and Wendy Asplin. The free entry exhibition, with exhibits available to purchase, runs until Saturday 24th October 2009.
Apple festival gets underway
A TWO-day festival dedicated to apples and cider is being held at Sanders Garden World, near Burnham-On-Sea, this weekend (October 10th and 11th). Visitors to the Brent Knoll garden centre will be able to make their own apple juice as part of the special apple and cider weekend event.
A TWO-day festival dedicated to apples and cider is being held at Sanders Garden World, near Burnham-On-Sea, this weekend (October 10th and 11th). Visitors to the Brent Knoll garden centre will be able to make their own apple juice as part of the special apple and cider weekend event.
Police seize 12 year-old's bike
Exclusive: Burnham-On-Sea police seized this motorbike on Thursday (October 8th) after it was spotted being ridden in a dangerous manner by a 12-year-old. The youth was seen riding the mini moto without a helmet along the cycle path besides the River Brue, stretching from Highbridge to Burnham.
Exclusive: Burnham-On-Sea police seized this motorbike on Thursday (October 8th) after it was spotted being ridden in a dangerous manner by a 12-year-old. The youth was seen riding the mini moto without a helmet along the cycle path besides the River Brue, stretching from Highbridge to Burnham.
Inquest held over body in river
THE husband of Prince Charles's former florist killed himself because of money problems, an inquest heard on Thursday (October 8th), five months after his body was found in a Burnham-On-Sea river estuary. David Lowe, 52, was found drowned in the River Parrett at Burnham in May.
THE husband of Prince Charles's former florist killed himself because of money problems, an inquest heard on Thursday (October 8th), five months after his body was found in a Burnham-On-Sea river estuary. David Lowe, 52, was found drowned in the River Parrett at Burnham in May.
Search for town fountain photos
SEDGEMOOR District Council and the Friends of Marine Cove Gardens have appealed to residents and visitors in Burnham-On-Sea for old photographs of the Edwardian Cherub Fountain which once stood in the centre of the pond at Marine Cove Gardens. Sedgemoor would like to restore the gardens to their former glory.
SEDGEMOOR District Council and the Friends of Marine Cove Gardens have appealed to residents and visitors in Burnham-On-Sea for old photographs of the Edwardian Cherub Fountain which once stood in the centre of the pond at Marine Cove Gardens. Sedgemoor would like to restore the gardens to their former glory.
1.30am opening bid raises fears
Exclusive: TOWN councillors have this week raised concerns that a Highbridge take-away's plans to extend its weekend opening hours until 1.30am could lead to public disorder issues. Yummies Pizza in Market Street has applied to extend its opening hours until 1.30am.
Exclusive: TOWN councillors have this week raised concerns that a Highbridge take-away's plans to extend its weekend opening hours until 1.30am could lead to public disorder issues. Yummies Pizza in Market Street has applied to extend its opening hours until 1.30am.
In photos: King Alfred reunion
DOZENS of former classmates from Highbridge's King Alfred School were brought together for the first time in over 25 years for a special reunion. More than 60 pupils who attended the school between 1980 and 1985 gathered at the Oak Tree Arena for the catch-up on Saturday.
DOZENS of former classmates from Highbridge's King Alfred School were brought together for the first time in over 25 years for a special reunion. More than 60 pupils who attended the school between 1980 and 1985 gathered at the Oak Tree Arena for the catch-up on Saturday.
Woman injured in A38 accident
THESE were the scenes on the A38 near Burnham-On-Sea on Wednesday afternoon (October 7th) after a two-vehicle accident left a woman in hospital with neck injuries. Police, fire and ambulance crews were called to the Bristol Road at 2.40pm after a Range Rover and a tractor collided.
THESE were the scenes on the A38 near Burnham-On-Sea on Wednesday afternoon (October 7th) after a two-vehicle accident left a woman in hospital with neck injuries. Police, fire and ambulance crews were called to the Bristol Road at 2.40pm after a Range Rover and a tractor collided.
£4,000 shortfall hits Xmas lights
Exclusive: A £4,000 shortfall means Burnham-On-Sea's display of Christmas lights may have to be scaled down this year unless more money can be found during the next few weeks. Burnham's Chamber of Trade, which organises the colourful display along the High Street and adjoining roads, said this week that the display may have to be cut back.
Exclusive: A £4,000 shortfall means Burnham-On-Sea's display of Christmas lights may have to be scaled down this year unless more money can be found during the next few weeks. Burnham's Chamber of Trade, which organises the colourful display along the High Street and adjoining roads, said this week that the display may have to be cut back.
Is anchor from Berrow wreck?
Exclusive: THE discovery of this rusty old anchor found washed up on Berrow beach is attracting the interest of local historians amid speculation that it could from the Berrow wreck. The anchor was recovered from the mudflats, with talk now about whether it is from the SS Nornen.
Exclusive: THE discovery of this rusty old anchor found washed up on Berrow beach is attracting the interest of local historians amid speculation that it could from the Berrow wreck. The anchor was recovered from the mudflats, with talk now about whether it is from the SS Nornen.
Have your say on town's future
SEDGEMOOR District Council has this week published a new report showing how Burnham-On-Sea could grow and change in the future - and it wants to hear the opinions of residents about how the town should develop over the next 20 years. The Council has published a new report for consultation.
SEDGEMOOR District Council has this week published a new report showing how Burnham-On-Sea could grow and change in the future - and it wants to hear the opinions of residents about how the town should develop over the next 20 years. The Council has published a new report for consultation.
Crackdown on nuisance drivers
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea police could soon have extended powers to move on groups of vehicles congregating in supermarket and council-run car parks as part of a crackdown on anti-social behaviour. Town Councillors have this week given their support to the plans, which were unveiled by Inspector Roger Tolley this week.
Exclusive: BURNHAM-On-Sea police could soon have extended powers to move on groups of vehicles congregating in supermarket and council-run car parks as part of a crackdown on anti-social behaviour. Town Councillors have this week given their support to the plans, which were unveiled by Inspector Roger Tolley this week.
Loyalty shopping scheme unveiled
Exclusive: SHOPPERS in Burnham-On-Sea could soon be able to support local traders, earn discounts and help a local charity by using a brand new loyalty shopping card. The town's Chamber of Trade has been discussing the innovative scheme with fundraisers from the Friends of Burnham War Memorial Hospital in recent weeks and the scheme is set to be formally unveiled at a traders meeting.
Exclusive: SHOPPERS in Burnham-On-Sea could soon be able to support local traders, earn discounts and help a local charity by using a brand new loyalty shopping card. The town's Chamber of Trade has been discussing the innovative scheme with fundraisers from the Friends of Burnham War Memorial Hospital in recent weeks and the scheme is set to be formally unveiled at a traders meeting.
Cinema gives FolkFest a boost
HUNDREDS of pounds were raised for Burnham-On-Sea's FolkFest when a special screening of the hit movie musical Mamma Mia! was held at the town's cinema on Monday (October 5th). Ritz Cinema owners Pat and Beryl Scott presented Graham Cook a cheque for £434.
HUNDREDS of pounds were raised for Burnham-On-Sea's FolkFest when a special screening of the hit movie musical Mamma Mia! was held at the town's cinema on Monday (October 5th). Ritz Cinema owners Pat and Beryl Scott presented Graham Cook a cheque for £434.
Fortnightly bin collections to start
REFUSE collections in parts of Burnham-On-Sea will be cut in frequency from weekly to fortnightly next month when a new kerbside recycling service begins. Somerset Waste Partnership announced the changes on Monday (October 5th) to encourage residents to recycle more.
REFUSE collections in parts of Burnham-On-Sea will be cut in frequency from weekly to fortnightly next month when a new kerbside recycling service begins. Somerset Waste Partnership announced the changes on Monday (October 5th) to encourage residents to recycle more.
Autograss fans flock to races
DIRT was flying and engines were revving when autograss fans from across the country flocked to Highbridge at the weekend for the annual National Autograss Grand Prix. Large crowds turned out to watch two days of high-speed action at the Somerset Raceway track.
DIRT was flying and engines were revving when autograss fans from across the country flocked to Highbridge at the weekend for the annual National Autograss Grand Prix. Large crowds turned out to watch two days of high-speed action at the Somerset Raceway track.
Hundreds run in Half Marathon
HUNDREDS of runners sprinted off at the start of Burnham-On-Sea's annual Half Marathon on Sunday morning (October 4th). Over 200 runners of all abilities from across the region took part in the 13-mile event, which was organised by the Burnham Harriers running club.
HUNDREDS of runners sprinted off at the start of Burnham-On-Sea's annual Half Marathon on Sunday morning (October 4th). Over 200 runners of all abilities from across the region took part in the 13-mile event, which was organised by the Burnham Harriers running club.
| Full Official Results | Photos New Swine Flu case in town
Exclusive: A pupil at a Highbridge school has become the latest youngster in the Burnham-On-Sea area to be affected by Swine Flu. A youngster in Year 1 at Beechfield Infants has been confirmed with the flu virus, the school told Burnham-On-Sea.com. There is also an outbreak of chicken pox.
Exclusive: A pupil at a Highbridge school has become the latest youngster in the Burnham-On-Sea area to be affected by Swine Flu. A youngster in Year 1 at Beechfield Infants has been confirmed with the flu virus, the school told Burnham-On-Sea.com. There is also an outbreak of chicken pox.
Seven new jobs at pasty shop
Exclusive: A brand new restaurant and take-away specialising in quality Cornish pasties is to to open in Burnham-On-Sea this winter. The property currently occupied by JJ Welsh's Tea Rooms in the High Street is to be refurbished and transformed into the Newquay Pasty Shop.
Exclusive: A brand new restaurant and take-away specialising in quality Cornish pasties is to to open in Burnham-On-Sea this winter. The property currently occupied by JJ Welsh's Tea Rooms in the High Street is to be refurbished and transformed into the Newquay Pasty Shop.
Seafront race gets underway
OVER sixty runners took part in Burnham's first monthly 5km seafront run of the winter season on Thursday (October 1st). The event, which is run by Burnham Swim and Sports Academy, was won by the Academy's Martin Rogers in a fast time of 17 minutes, 36 seconds.
OVER sixty runners took part in Burnham's first monthly 5km seafront run of the winter season on Thursday (October 1st). The event, which is run by Burnham Swim and Sports Academy, was won by the Academy's Martin Rogers in a fast time of 17 minutes, 36 seconds.
MP visits Scouts AGM in town
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP was the special guest when Somerset Scouts held their AGM in the town this week. David Heathcoat-Amory joined the town's Mayor and Mayoress, Derick and Christine Cooper, at the meeting which was held in Burnham Scout Headquarters in Stoddens Road. Cyclist hurt in town accident
A CYCLIST was taken to hospital after being knocked off her bike in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea on Thursday (October 1st). An ambulance crew and a rapid response paramedic were sent to the High Street at 8.12am after the accident outside an optician's shop. More...
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP was the special guest when Somerset Scouts held their AGM in the town this week. David Heathcoat-Amory joined the town's Mayor and Mayoress, Derick and Christine Cooper, at the meeting which was held in Burnham Scout Headquarters in Stoddens Road. Cyclist hurt in town accident
A CYCLIST was taken to hospital after being knocked off her bike in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea on Thursday (October 1st). An ambulance crew and a rapid response paramedic were sent to the High Street at 8.12am after the accident outside an optician's shop. More...
