Fire crew tackles gorse blaze
A FIRE crew from Burnham-On-Sea joined others from across Somerset in tackling a big gorse fire near Cheddar on Saturday afternoon (March 1st). Fire appliances from Burnham, Wells, Cheddar, Blagdon, Paulton and Shepton Mallet attended the fire at Priddy.
A FIRE crew from Burnham-On-Sea joined others from across Somerset in tackling a big gorse fire near Cheddar on Saturday afternoon (March 1st). Fire appliances from Burnham, Wells, Cheddar, Blagdon, Paulton and Shepton Mallet attended the fire at Priddy.
Town pier hit by storm damage
THESE were the scenes outside Burnham-On-Sea pier on Saturday morning (March 1st) after storm-forced winds caused an estimated £1,000 of damage. The 60mph winds snapped an umbrella and left two reinforced glass panels smashed, as pictured here.
THESE were the scenes outside Burnham-On-Sea pier on Saturday morning (March 1st) after storm-forced winds caused an estimated £1,000 of damage. The 60mph winds snapped an umbrella and left two reinforced glass panels smashed, as pictured here.
Future of farmers' markets secured
THE future of Burnham's monthly farmers markets has been secured following a successful meeting this week organised by the Town Council. The Town Council met to discuss how it could safeguard the markets' future by transferring management to Somerset Farmers' Markets.
THE future of Burnham's monthly farmers markets has been secured following a successful meeting this week organised by the Town Council. The Town Council met to discuss how it could safeguard the markets' future by transferring management to Somerset Farmers' Markets.
BBC crime man to visit town
BBC TV's crime correspondent Simon Hall will be visiting Burnham-On-Sea later this month to discuss his work as a reporter and promote his new book. Mr Hall, a broadcaster and crime writer, will be at Burnham Library on Wednesday March 12th to talk about his career.
BBC TV's crime correspondent Simon Hall will be visiting Burnham-On-Sea later this month to discuss his work as a reporter and promote his new book. Mr Hall, a broadcaster and crime writer, will be at Burnham Library on Wednesday March 12th to talk about his career.
MP attacks arcade law changes
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP has this week tackled a senior government minister over the "serious" impact that competition from new casinos and changes to laws is having on seaside amusement arcades. During Tuesday's parliamentary debate, Mr Heathcoat-Amory clashed with Andy Burnham - the Secretary of State.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP has this week tackled a senior government minister over the "serious" impact that competition from new casinos and changes to laws is having on seaside amusement arcades. During Tuesday's parliamentary debate, Mr Heathcoat-Amory clashed with Andy Burnham - the Secretary of State.
Hundreds sign online petition
THE online petition to save Burnham-On-Sea's swimming pool from closure has become one of the UK's top 200 best-supported petitions on the Prime Minister's official Number 10 Downing Street website. By Friday morning (February 29th), a total of 766 people had signed the petition.
THE online petition to save Burnham-On-Sea's swimming pool from closure has become one of the UK's top 200 best-supported petitions on the Prime Minister's official Number 10 Downing Street website. By Friday morning (February 29th), a total of 766 people had signed the petition.
Rotarians' boost for charities
A HUGE £2,300 cheque was handed over to the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance by members of Burnham-On-Sea Rotary Club on Thursday (February 28th) following a successful fundraising event earlier in the year. The money was raised at a wassailing event.
A HUGE £2,300 cheque was handed over to the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance by members of Burnham-On-Sea Rotary Club on Thursday (February 28th) following a successful fundraising event earlier in the year. The money was raised at a wassailing event.
BT to help local Morris dancers
AN EXTRA skip and jump has been put into the performances of morris men in Brent Knoll, near Burnham-On-Sea, with the news that British Telecom is to give the group a grant worth several hundred pounds. The group sent out leaflets to 15,000 homes last month.
AN EXTRA skip and jump has been put into the performances of morris men in Brent Knoll, near Burnham-On-Sea, with the news that British Telecom is to give the group a grant worth several hundred pounds. The group sent out leaflets to 15,000 homes last month.
Library's information point to close
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Council Information Point is set to permanently close at the end of March in the latest of a long line of council cost-cutting moves. Burnham-On-Sea.com learns that the Information Point based in Burnham Library in Princess Street (pictured) will shut on March 31st.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Council Information Point is set to permanently close at the end of March in the latest of a long line of council cost-cutting moves. Burnham-On-Sea.com learns that the Information Point based in Burnham Library in Princess Street (pictured) will shut on March 31st.
Fudge shop visit for guides
OVER thirty girl guides were treated to a visit to a Burnham-On-Sea fudge shop on Wednesday evening (February 27th) when they saw how the sweets are made and even got to taste a few samples! The group of 35 Brent Knoll guides visited Roly's Fudge Pantry.
OVER thirty girl guides were treated to a visit to a Burnham-On-Sea fudge shop on Wednesday evening (February 27th) when they saw how the sweets are made and even got to taste a few samples! The group of 35 Brent Knoll guides visited Roly's Fudge Pantry.
Police seize alcohol in Burnham
POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea took action against under-age drinkers during the half-term break. Officers from Burnham seized alcohol from teenagers, mainly those drinking in parks and open spaces, and the youngsters concerned were spoken to and given words of advice, and some parents also informed.
POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea took action against under-age drinkers during the half-term break. Officers from Burnham seized alcohol from teenagers, mainly those drinking in parks and open spaces, and the youngsters concerned were spoken to and given words of advice, and some parents also informed.
Walrow bridge to close again
HIGHBRIDGE'S Walrow Railway Bridge is set to close for up to three months from mid-March when work to strengthen it gets underway. Network Rail has confirmed this week that the controversial bridge - which has only been partially open to light vehicles since last September amid fears about the safety of its structure - will shut from March 15th.
HIGHBRIDGE'S Walrow Railway Bridge is set to close for up to three months from mid-March when work to strengthen it gets underway. Network Rail has confirmed this week that the controversial bridge - which has only been partially open to light vehicles since last September amid fears about the safety of its structure - will shut from March 15th.
Axe looms for local post office
A POST office near Highbridge has this week been earmarked for closure by the government. An announcement made on Tuesday (February 26th) revealed that Bason Bridge post office near Highbridge is being considered for the axe as part of a cost-cutting exercise.
A POST office near Highbridge has this week been earmarked for closure by the government. An announcement made on Tuesday (February 26th) revealed that Bason Bridge post office near Highbridge is being considered for the axe as part of a cost-cutting exercise.
Spring clean for seafront signs
A WINTER of storms and high winds has left signs along Burnham's seafront looking worse for wear, so work has begun this week on refurbishing them in time for the start of the tourist season. Town councillor Peter Clayton and several friends sprung into action.
A WINTER of storms and high winds has left signs along Burnham's seafront looking worse for wear, so work has begun this week on refurbishing them in time for the start of the tourist season. Town councillor Peter Clayton and several friends sprung into action.
Vandals attack shelters again
BURNHAM-On-Sea has been hit by a new wave of petty vandalism this week with the town's Marine Cove gardens and seafront being targeted. Vandals attacked the boarded-up seafront shelters in Marine Cove by removing roof tiles from the top of the buildings.
BURNHAM-On-Sea has been hit by a new wave of petty vandalism this week with the town's Marine Cove gardens and seafront being targeted. Vandals attacked the boarded-up seafront shelters in Marine Cove by removing roof tiles from the top of the buildings.
Fire crews tackle M5 blaze
TWO fire crews from Burnham-On-Sea rushed to a vehicle blaze on the hard shoulder of the M5 motorway near the town on Monday evening (February 25th). On arrival, the crews confirmed that the car was well alight and several hose reel jets were used to extinguish it.
TWO fire crews from Burnham-On-Sea rushed to a vehicle blaze on the hard shoulder of the M5 motorway near the town on Monday evening (February 25th). On arrival, the crews confirmed that the car was well alight and several hose reel jets were used to extinguish it.
Poor season for cod anglers
JUST four fish were reeled in by the 20 anglers taking part in a sea fishing competition off Burnham on Sunday (Februry 24th). Disappointed members of Burnham Boat Owners Association had taken to the waters of Bridgwater Bay in a flotilla of ten boats.
JUST four fish were reeled in by the 20 anglers taking part in a sea fishing competition off Burnham on Sunday (Februry 24th). Disappointed members of Burnham Boat Owners Association had taken to the waters of Bridgwater Bay in a flotilla of ten boats.
A glimpse at Burnham's future
A FUTURISTIC set of images released to Burnham-On-Sea.com on Monday (February 25th) show how the town centre could look in a few years' time if multi-million pound regeneration plans get the go-ahead. The photo montages show how the High Street and Victoria Street will look if the plans to modernise and pedestrianise Burnham get the green light.
A FUTURISTIC set of images released to Burnham-On-Sea.com on Monday (February 25th) show how the town centre could look in a few years' time if multi-million pound regeneration plans get the go-ahead. The photo montages show how the High Street and Victoria Street will look if the plans to modernise and pedestrianise Burnham get the green light.
Oil spill update: Agency appeal
MEMBERS of the public could hold vital clues to last week's serious oil spill in the village of Mark, near Burnham-On-Sea, where a pollution clean-up operation continued on Monday (February 25th). The alarm was raised last Thursday after thick black oil was discovered in the Mark Yeo.
MEMBERS of the public could hold vital clues to last week's serious oil spill in the village of Mark, near Burnham-On-Sea, where a pollution clean-up operation continued on Monday (February 25th). The alarm was raised last Thursday after thick black oil was discovered in the Mark Yeo.
Tanker crash causes M5 chaos
TRAFFIC came to a standstill along the M5 motorway near Burnham-On-Sea on Monday morning (February 25th) after an accident involving this tanker resulted in fuel being spilt over all three lanes. The northbound carriageway was closed for several hours.
TRAFFIC came to a standstill along the M5 motorway near Burnham-On-Sea on Monday morning (February 25th) after an accident involving this tanker resulted in fuel being spilt over all three lanes. The northbound carriageway was closed for several hours.
MP fights to save post offices
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP, David Heathcoat-Amory, has this week launched a new campaign to stop the closure of post offices in our area. Ten post offices across the Wells parliamentary constituency are under threat and the MP will be holding a series of public meetings.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP, David Heathcoat-Amory, has this week launched a new campaign to stop the closure of post offices in our area. Ten post offices across the Wells parliamentary constituency are under threat and the MP will be holding a series of public meetings.
Court awards £4.1m to family
A FORMER Burnham-On-Sea family has been awarded £4.1 million in compensation after their daughter was left blind and suffering from severe brain damage when doctors in Bristol took more than 20 minutes to resuscitate her. Laura Gaines, now 29, was born with a defect.
A FORMER Burnham-On-Sea family has been awarded £4.1 million in compensation after their daughter was left blind and suffering from severe brain damage when doctors in Bristol took more than 20 minutes to resuscitate her. Laura Gaines, now 29, was born with a defect.
Fire crews tackle vehicle blaze
A PARKED vehicle in Burnham-On-Sea was set alight in what fire crews believe was a deliberate blaze during the early hours of Sunday morning (February 24th). Two fire crews from Burnham were called to Stoddens Road at 1.39am after several 999 calls from worried residents.
A PARKED vehicle in Burnham-On-Sea was set alight in what fire crews believe was a deliberate blaze during the early hours of Sunday morning (February 24th). Two fire crews from Burnham were called to Stoddens Road at 1.39am after several 999 calls from worried residents.
Half term fun at sports centre
A BUSY week of activities was held at Highbridge's King Alfred Sports Centre as dozens of children enjoyed an active half-term holiday. The centre’s Half Term Junior Activity scheme included a wide range of activities ranging from trampolining to squash and football.
A BUSY week of activities was held at Highbridge's King Alfred Sports Centre as dozens of children enjoyed an active half-term holiday. The centre’s Half Term Junior Activity scheme included a wide range of activities ranging from trampolining to squash and football.
Former town councillor dies
A WELL-known Burnham-On-Sea businessman and former councillor has died at the age of 62. Mike Turco, pictured, passed away last week after a short illness. He was leader of Sedgemoor District Council and oversaw the introduction of Burnham swimming pool.
A WELL-known Burnham-On-Sea businessman and former councillor has died at the age of 62. Mike Turco, pictured, passed away last week after a short illness. He was leader of Sedgemoor District Council and oversaw the introduction of Burnham swimming pool.
Step forward for charity walk
WALKERS are being encouraged to step forward to take part in the annual fundraising walk between Burnham-On-Sea jetty and Brean Down and back to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society. The 15-mile beach walk will start at 11.30am on Sunday May 25th.
WALKERS are being encouraged to step forward to take part in the annual fundraising walk between Burnham-On-Sea jetty and Brean Down and back to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society. The 15-mile beach walk will start at 11.30am on Sunday May 25th.
Town shop is 'best in west'
DELIGHTED Burnham-On-Sea shop owners John and Katharine Edwards are celebrating again after scooping a top award in a national competition for the second year running. Material Needs in the High Street has been voted 'South West Stitching Retailer Of The Year'.
DELIGHTED Burnham-On-Sea shop owners John and Katharine Edwards are celebrating again after scooping a top award in a national competition for the second year running. Material Needs in the High Street has been voted 'South West Stitching Retailer Of The Year'.
Footpath re-opens after dispute
A LONG-running dispute over a Burnham-On-Sea footpath has finally been resolved after years of negotiations. A new, modern path was opened this week between Marine Drive and the Catholic Church's car park following agreement between Somerset County Council and the Clifton Diocese over the right of way.
A LONG-running dispute over a Burnham-On-Sea footpath has finally been resolved after years of negotiations. A new, modern path was opened this week between Marine Drive and the Catholic Church's car park following agreement between Somerset County Council and the Clifton Diocese over the right of way.
Beach dog by-laws 'won't change'
SEDGEMOOR District Council has denied press reports that it is considering introducing changes to the laws which ban dogs from Burnham-On-Sea beach all year-round. It had been claimed that the town's beach could come under tougher, new proposals being considered by the council.
SEDGEMOOR District Council has denied press reports that it is considering introducing changes to the laws which ban dogs from Burnham-On-Sea beach all year-round. It had been claimed that the town's beach could come under tougher, new proposals being considered by the council.
Grave problem for churchyards
SEVERAL gravestones in Burnham-On-Sea have been cordoned off following a health and safety check of the town's churchyards. Five headstones in Burnham have been deemed to be in such an unsafe condition that they have been taped off by Sedgemoor District Council.
SEVERAL gravestones in Burnham-On-Sea have been cordoned off following a health and safety check of the town's churchyards. Five headstones in Burnham have been deemed to be in such an unsafe condition that they have been taped off by Sedgemoor District Council.
Love Lane closed after crash
A BURNHAM-On-Sea road was shut to all traffic following an accident involving two vehicles on Thursday night (February 21st). One person was taken hospital in an ambulance following the collision in Love Lane, near the Tesco supermarket, at around 9.30pm.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea road was shut to all traffic following an accident involving two vehicles on Thursday night (February 21st). One person was taken hospital in an ambulance following the collision in Love Lane, near the Tesco supermarket, at around 9.30pm.
Prize-winning chefs rewarded
TWO young local chefs who won Burnham-On-Sea Rotary Club's Young Chef Of The Year competition were presented their awards on Thursday night (February 21st). Natalie Peeke and Kelly Linthorne received their prizes from Rotary President Colin Durston.
TWO young local chefs who won Burnham-On-Sea Rotary Club's Young Chef Of The Year competition were presented their awards on Thursday night (February 21st). Natalie Peeke and Kelly Linthorne received their prizes from Rotary President Colin Durston.
Foley Parkway misses out on cash
A £64 million injection of money into Somerset's highways and transport infrastructure was approved by the County Council on Wednesday (February 20th), but there was disappointment that Burnham's Frank Foley Parkway will not be completed with the cash. County Councillors agreed their budget for the next year, which will enable improvements across the county.
A £64 million injection of money into Somerset's highways and transport infrastructure was approved by the County Council on Wednesday (February 20th), but there was disappointment that Burnham's Frank Foley Parkway will not be completed with the cash. County Councillors agreed their budget for the next year, which will enable improvements across the county.
Oil-coated birds rescued after spill
WILDLIFE rescuers from the Burnham-On-Sea area were called into action on Thursday (February 21st) after an oil spill polluted a mile-long stretch of a stream running through Mark village. Several oil-covered birds were rescued by volunteers from Secret World, helped by a rescue boat crew from Burnham-based BARB.
WILDLIFE rescuers from the Burnham-On-Sea area were called into action on Thursday (February 21st) after an oil spill polluted a mile-long stretch of a stream running through Mark village. Several oil-covered birds were rescued by volunteers from Secret World, helped by a rescue boat crew from Burnham-based BARB.
Regeneration plans given boost
MULTI-million pound plans to regenerate the centre of Burnham-On-Sea took another step forward on Wednesday (February 20th) when the district council approved the detailed design for the Civic Pride project. Sedgemoor's Executive Committee approved the designs for the scheme.
MULTI-million pound plans to regenerate the centre of Burnham-On-Sea took another step forward on Wednesday (February 20th) when the district council approved the detailed design for the Civic Pride project. Sedgemoor's Executive Committee approved the designs for the scheme.
Fire tackled at cattle market
THESE were the scenes in Highbridge on Wednesday evening (February 20th) after a fire broke out in an outbuilding at the town's cattle market. Two fire engines from Burnham-On-Sea were called to the scene just before 7pm after smoke was reported to be billowing out of a covered building.
THESE were the scenes in Highbridge on Wednesday evening (February 20th) after a fire broke out in an outbuilding at the town's cattle market. Two fire engines from Burnham-On-Sea were called to the scene just before 7pm after smoke was reported to be billowing out of a covered building.
Cycle race boost for town
Exclusive: MANY of Europe's top cyclists will be rolling into Burnham-On-Sea this autumn when the town will take centre stage in the Tour of Britain Cycle Race. Burnham-On-Sea.com learns that Burnham will be formally announced next month as one of the finishing points for the Somerset stage of the 2008 Tour of Britain.
Exclusive: MANY of Europe's top cyclists will be rolling into Burnham-On-Sea this autumn when the town will take centre stage in the Tour of Britain Cycle Race. Burnham-On-Sea.com learns that Burnham will be formally announced next month as one of the finishing points for the Somerset stage of the 2008 Tour of Britain.
Film workshops prove popular
BUDDING young Steven Spielbergs of the future were able to try out their film-making skills during a series of half term workshops in Highbridge this week. The 'Make A Film in A Day' workshops were held in the town's Morland Community Centre in Pearce Drive.
BUDDING young Steven Spielbergs of the future were able to try out their film-making skills during a series of half term workshops in Highbridge this week. The 'Make A Film in A Day' workshops were held in the town's Morland Community Centre in Pearce Drive.
Dinner boxing returns to Brean
BOXING enthusiasts from the Burnham-On-Sea area will be gathering in Brean next month when the Leisure Park holds its 23rd annual Dinner Boxing evening. The boxing event, to be held on Thursday 6th March, will include many boxers from clubs across the West Country.
BOXING enthusiasts from the Burnham-On-Sea area will be gathering in Brean next month when the Leisure Park holds its 23rd annual Dinner Boxing evening. The boxing event, to be held on Thursday 6th March, will include many boxers from clubs across the West Country.
Woman cut free after accident
FIRE crews removed the roof of this badly damaged car to get to a passenger inside following an unusual accident in the centre of Highbridge on Tuesday afternoon (February 19th). The driver of the Mercedes lost control of the vehicle in the Somerfield supermarket car park after the vehicle's accelerator pedal apparently jammed.
FIRE crews removed the roof of this badly damaged car to get to a passenger inside following an unusual accident in the centre of Highbridge on Tuesday afternoon (February 19th). The driver of the Mercedes lost control of the vehicle in the Somerfield supermarket car park after the vehicle's accelerator pedal apparently jammed.
Town pool's lease advertised
ADVERTS will appear in the press this week inviting bids from companies who want to take on the lease of Burnham-On-Sea's closure-threatened swimming pool. Sedgemoor District Council’s ‘Task and Finish’ group has been considering various ways of keeping the pool open in recent weeks.
ADVERTS will appear in the press this week inviting bids from companies who want to take on the lease of Burnham-On-Sea's closure-threatened swimming pool. Sedgemoor District Council’s ‘Task and Finish’ group has been considering various ways of keeping the pool open in recent weeks.
Swimming pool hit by vandals
A CLEAN-up operation was underway at Burnham-On-Sea swimming pool this week after vandals painted graffiti over the glass windows of the facility and damaged a door. Racial comments and other offensive terms were spray painted over windows.
A CLEAN-up operation was underway at Burnham-On-Sea swimming pool this week after vandals painted graffiti over the glass windows of the facility and damaged a door. Racial comments and other offensive terms were spray painted over windows.
Fire crews sent to town blaze
FIRE crews from Burnham-On-Sea rushed to a Highbridge home during the early hours of Tuesday morning (February 19th) after a blaze broke out. Two fire engines were sent to the fire at River Bed House in Sparks Way at 3.29am. The occupants had evacuated.
FIRE crews from Burnham-On-Sea rushed to a Highbridge home during the early hours of Tuesday morning (February 19th) after a blaze broke out. Two fire engines were sent to the fire at River Bed House in Sparks Way at 3.29am. The occupants had evacuated.
Volunteers clean up dunes
CONSERVATION volunteers armed with shovels, saws and wheelbarrows were out in force in Berrow Dunes on Sunday (February 17th) when a day of scrub clearance took place. Twenty green-fingered local residents met in the Berrow nature reserve.
CONSERVATION volunteers armed with shovels, saws and wheelbarrows were out in force in Berrow Dunes on Sunday (February 17th) when a day of scrub clearance took place. Twenty green-fingered local residents met in the Berrow nature reserve.
New CCTV camera for gardens
A BRAND new CCTV camera was installed in Burnham's vandalism-hit Manor Gardens on Monday (February 18th) in a fresh attempt by local police to crack down on crime. The new CCTV camera, pictured here, was installed in the northern part of the gardens where it will have good views of the area.
A BRAND new CCTV camera was installed in Burnham's vandalism-hit Manor Gardens on Monday (February 18th) in a fresh attempt by local police to crack down on crime. The new CCTV camera, pictured here, was installed in the northern part of the gardens where it will have good views of the area.
20 years of Civic Awards marked
DOZENS of Burnham and Highbridge Civic Awards winners gathered together at a special tea party to mark the 20th anniversary of the awards on Monday afternoon (February 18th). The event also saw the unveiling of a brand new Honours Board by Mayor Pauline Pollard and Deputy Mayor Neville Jones.
DOZENS of Burnham and Highbridge Civic Awards winners gathered together at a special tea party to mark the 20th anniversary of the awards on Monday afternoon (February 18th). The event also saw the unveiling of a brand new Honours Board by Mayor Pauline Pollard and Deputy Mayor Neville Jones.
Pool re-opens after power fault
BURNHAM-On-Sea swimming pool re-opened to the public on Monday evening (February 18th) after a 36-hour closure caused by a technical problem. The pool was closed on Sunday morning and Monday due to an electrical problem in the plant room.
BURNHAM-On-Sea swimming pool re-opened to the public on Monday evening (February 18th) after a 36-hour closure caused by a technical problem. The pool was closed on Sunday morning and Monday due to an electrical problem in the plant room.
'Stranded' goat sparks rescue
WILDLIFE rescuers launched a mission to rescue this goat on Sunday (February 17th) after it was believed to be injured and trapped on steep cliffs at Brean Down, near Burnham. East Huntspill based Secret World were alerted to a goat reported to have been stranded.
WILDLIFE rescuers launched a mission to rescue this goat on Sunday (February 17th) after it was believed to be injured and trapped on steep cliffs at Brean Down, near Burnham. East Huntspill based Secret World were alerted to a goat reported to have been stranded.
Guest house gains 4 stars
The owners of a Burnham-On-Sea guest house are celebrating this week after achieving four star status from both the AA and Visit Britain. Magnolia House in Manor Road is the only guest house in the town to hold both these sought-after awards simultaneously.
The owners of a Burnham-On-Sea guest house are celebrating this week after achieving four star status from both the AA and Visit Britain. Magnolia House in Manor Road is the only guest house in the town to hold both these sought-after awards simultaneously.
Biker gets that sinking feeling!
THE owner of this motorbike got a sinking feeling when his machine became trapped in thick mud on Burnham-On-Sea's beach on Sunday afternoon (February 17th). The scrambler had been riding along the beach close to the town's pier when his machine sank into the notorious mud at around 3pm, sparking a rescue bid by sympathetic passers-by.
THE owner of this motorbike got a sinking feeling when his machine became trapped in thick mud on Burnham-On-Sea's beach on Sunday afternoon (February 17th). The scrambler had been riding along the beach close to the town's pier when his machine sank into the notorious mud at around 3pm, sparking a rescue bid by sympathetic passers-by.
