Horse box gets that sinking feeling!
SOFT sand proved too much for a lorry carrying several horses when it became stuck on Berrow Beach, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Sunday afternoon (Feb 4th). Owner Helen Smith had to call for assistance from a local farmer to have the vehicle pulled free.
SOFT sand proved too much for a lorry carrying several horses when it became stuck on Berrow Beach, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Sunday afternoon (Feb 4th). Owner Helen Smith had to call for assistance from a local farmer to have the vehicle pulled free.
Jetty launch permits set to rise?
THE cost of launching boats from Burnham-On-Sea's storm-damaged jetty could rise in order to fund much-needed repairs, it was confirmed this week. Burnham-On-Sea.com reported last month that Sedgemoor District Council had closed the landmark after a series of storms damaged the surface.
THE cost of launching boats from Burnham-On-Sea's storm-damaged jetty could rise in order to fund much-needed repairs, it was confirmed this week. Burnham-On-Sea.com reported last month that Sedgemoor District Council had closed the landmark after a series of storms damaged the surface.
'Upmarket' coffee shop to open
A NEW 'upmarket' coffee shop is set to open in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea later this month. Entrepreneur Robin Luxon has taken over the former lifeboat station, next to the town's current RNLI HQ in Pier Street, and is spending a further £25,000 on turning it into a coffee shop.
A NEW 'upmarket' coffee shop is set to open in the centre of Burnham-On-Sea later this month. Entrepreneur Robin Luxon has taken over the former lifeboat station, next to the town's current RNLI HQ in Pier Street, and is spending a further £25,000 on turning it into a coffee shop.
BBC gardener comes to town
BBC gardening personality Tom Hart Dyke will be visiting a Burnham-On-sea garden centre during March to host an afternoon talk and book signing session to tie in with the launch of his new TV series. The plantsman will be at Sanders Garden World on Friday March 9th.
BBC gardening personality Tom Hart Dyke will be visiting a Burnham-On-sea garden centre during March to host an afternoon talk and book signing session to tie in with the launch of his new TV series. The plantsman will be at Sanders Garden World on Friday March 9th.
4x4 response group in town
SCORES of Land Rover owners and 4x4 enthusiasts were in Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday (Feb 3rd) for the annual meeting of the Wessex 4x4 Response Association. Members came from across Somerset, Dorset, Devon and Wiltshire to the Lighthouse Inn.
SCORES of Land Rover owners and 4x4 enthusiasts were in Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday (Feb 3rd) for the annual meeting of the Wessex 4x4 Response Association. Members came from across Somerset, Dorset, Devon and Wiltshire to the Lighthouse Inn.
Berrow song is tracked down
A SONG that was inspired by the death of a fisherman and his wife on Berrow beach is to be performed in the village later this month. 'On Berrow Sand' was written by renowned song writer Fred Weatherley, who also wrote 'Danny Boy' and 'Roses of Picardy'.
A SONG that was inspired by the death of a fisherman and his wife on Berrow beach is to be performed in the village later this month. 'On Berrow Sand' was written by renowned song writer Fred Weatherley, who also wrote 'Danny Boy' and 'Roses of Picardy'.
Coast FM bids to extend hours
BREAN'S summer radio station Coast FM looks set to go on air for two months this summer - doubling its previous transmission time. Owner Josh Haywood, pictured, told Burnham-On-Sea.com this week that the temporary station has applied to radio regulator Ofcom for an eight week licence.
BREAN'S summer radio station Coast FM looks set to go on air for two months this summer - doubling its previous transmission time. Owner Josh Haywood, pictured, told Burnham-On-Sea.com this week that the temporary station has applied to radio regulator Ofcom for an eight week licence.
Paramedics treat motorist
BURNHAM-On-Sea paramedics came to the aid of an elderly motorist who suffered breathing problems after being involved in a two-vehicle accident on the outskirts of the town on Friday morning (Feb 2nd). Police and paramedics rushed to the A38 at West Huntspill.
BURNHAM-On-Sea paramedics came to the aid of an elderly motorist who suffered breathing problems after being involved in a two-vehicle accident on the outskirts of the town on Friday morning (Feb 2nd). Police and paramedics rushed to the A38 at West Huntspill.
Angry residents call for CCTV
Exclusive: ANGRY residents living along a Burnham-On-Sea road who have been plagued by damage to their vehicles have today called for CCTV cameras to be introduced in a bid to tackle the problem. Dunstan Road residents say they have suffered months of damage.
Exclusive: ANGRY residents living along a Burnham-On-Sea road who have been plagued by damage to their vehicles have today called for CCTV cameras to be introduced in a bid to tackle the problem. Dunstan Road residents say they have suffered months of damage.
Ring-side fundraiser at Brean
BREAN Leisure Park is set to hold its annual Dinner Boxing evening on Thursday March 22nd. The annual event, in support of Sydenham Amateur Boxing Club, helps raise funds for today's youth in learning a disciplined sport. The event has raised over £60,000.
BREAN Leisure Park is set to hold its annual Dinner Boxing evening on Thursday March 22nd. The annual event, in support of Sydenham Amateur Boxing Club, helps raise funds for today's youth in learning a disciplined sport. The event has raised over £60,000.
Green tips for local schools
SCHOOLS from Burnham-On-Sea Infants School (pictured) and Berrow Primary School are to take part in a new Somerset County Council campaign called 'Somerset Schools Energy Action' to help cut energy waste and improve energy efficiency in schools.
SCHOOLS from Burnham-On-Sea Infants School (pictured) and Berrow Primary School are to take part in a new Somerset County Council campaign called 'Somerset Schools Energy Action' to help cut energy waste and improve energy efficiency in schools.
New man at the top for Hinkley
HINKLEY Point B nuclear power station, near Burmham-On-Sea, has a new man at the top after Nigel Cann took over as station director. Nigel, previously plant manager at Sizewell B in Suffolk, took over from Les Francis who served 17 years at Hinkley Point.
HINKLEY Point B nuclear power station, near Burmham-On-Sea, has a new man at the top after Nigel Cann took over as station director. Nigel, previously plant manager at Sizewell B in Suffolk, took over from Les Francis who served 17 years at Hinkley Point.
First barrage plan is unveiled
Exclusive: THE first map showing the route of the proposed Severn Barrage - running between Brean Down near Burnham and Lavernock Point in Wales - has been unveiled. Welsh entrepreneur Gareth Woodham has given Burnham-On-Sea.com a first glimpse at the causeway.
Exclusive: THE first map showing the route of the proposed Severn Barrage - running between Brean Down near Burnham and Lavernock Point in Wales - has been unveiled. Welsh entrepreneur Gareth Woodham has given Burnham-On-Sea.com a first glimpse at the causeway.
Holiday info service launched
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Tourist Information Centre is running a new holiday information service from now until the end of March. Visitor Services Manager Cindy Tee, pictured, told Burnham-On-Sea.com: "We have over 100 destination guides for the UK on display."
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Tourist Information Centre is running a new holiday information service from now until the end of March. Visitor Services Manager Cindy Tee, pictured, told Burnham-On-Sea.com: "We have over 100 destination guides for the UK on display."
Tim gets a standing ovation
LOCAL opera singer Tim Pitman received a five-minute standing ovation at the conclusion of his latest concert held near Burnham-On-Sea this week. Over 170 people filled East Huntspill Church for the 90-minute performance when Tim sang a wide range of opera music.
LOCAL opera singer Tim Pitman received a five-minute standing ovation at the conclusion of his latest concert held near Burnham-On-Sea this week. Over 170 people filled East Huntspill Church for the 90-minute performance when Tim sang a wide range of opera music.
Multiple crashes hold up traffic
TRAFFIC on the M5 motorway at Burnham-On-Sea was brought to a standstill on Thursday morning (February 1st) following a series of accidents. A car crashed into the central reservation near Sedgemoor Services on the northbound carriageway at 6.50am.
TRAFFIC on the M5 motorway at Burnham-On-Sea was brought to a standstill on Thursday morning (February 1st) following a series of accidents. A car crashed into the central reservation near Sedgemoor Services on the northbound carriageway at 6.50am.
Animal charities given a boost
STAFF at the pet and aquatic centre at Sanders Garden World in Brent Knoll have selected two organisations as their Charities of the Year for 2007.The garden centre's pet centre is to run a series of fundraising initiatives for HorseWorld and Secret World near Highbridge.
STAFF at the pet and aquatic centre at Sanders Garden World in Brent Knoll have selected two organisations as their Charities of the Year for 2007.The garden centre's pet centre is to run a series of fundraising initiatives for HorseWorld and Secret World near Highbridge.
County cash boost for groups
GROUPS in Brean, Berrow and Brent Knoll have this week been handed a cash boost from Somerset County Council. Each County Councillor - including lan Ham (pictured) - is allocated £5,000 to promote and assist community activities in their local district area. More..
GROUPS in Brean, Berrow and Brent Knoll have this week been handed a cash boost from Somerset County Council. Each County Councillor - including lan Ham (pictured) - is allocated £5,000 to promote and assist community activities in their local district area. More..
Youth music event sells out
OVER 160 young people from across the Burnham-On-Sea area gathered in St John's Church, Highbridge to take part in a special 'Youth Makes Music' concert organised by the town's Rotary Club. The idea was to bring together local schools to promote music.
OVER 160 young people from across the Burnham-On-Sea area gathered in St John's Church, Highbridge to take part in a special 'Youth Makes Music' concert organised by the town's Rotary Club. The idea was to bring together local schools to promote music.
Police launch Apex safety push
DOG walkers in a Burnham-On-Sea park are this week being handed safety information kits by police following a series of indecent exposures in the area. PCSOs Gill Udall and Claire Chambers were handing out the free safety packs to female walkers at Apex on Wednesday.
DOG walkers in a Burnham-On-Sea park are this week being handed safety information kits by police following a series of indecent exposures in the area. PCSOs Gill Udall and Claire Chambers were handing out the free safety packs to female walkers at Apex on Wednesday.
Gull feeding fines put on hold
PLANS to introduce £50 on-the-spot fines for holidyamakers and residents who feed seagulls along Burnham-On-Sea's seafront have been put on hold it was confirmed this week. Sedgemoor District Council was planning the fines in an effort to make the town's seafront cleaner.
PLANS to introduce £50 on-the-spot fines for holidyamakers and residents who feed seagulls along Burnham-On-Sea's seafront have been put on hold it was confirmed this week. Sedgemoor District Council was planning the fines in an effort to make the town's seafront cleaner.
400th anniversary of tsunami
A SUSPECTED tsunami in the Bristol Channel which killed 2,000 people and devastated Burnham-On-Sea 400 years ago on Tuesday (Jan 30th) is being remembered. According to historical records, the severe flooding occured on 30th January 1607.
A SUSPECTED tsunami in the Bristol Channel which killed 2,000 people and devastated Burnham-On-Sea 400 years ago on Tuesday (Jan 30th) is being remembered. According to historical records, the severe flooding occured on 30th January 1607.
In Photos: Rotary Burns Night
BURNHAM-On-Sea Rotary Club members celebrated Burns Night in style with a special evening at the Batch Country Hotel at Lympsham. The popular event - held on January 25th - included haggis, bagpipes and even a few kilts as these special photos show!
BURNHAM-On-Sea Rotary Club members celebrated Burns Night in style with a special evening at the Batch Country Hotel at Lympsham. The popular event - held on January 25th - included haggis, bagpipes and even a few kilts as these special photos show!
Morley wins anniversary gift!
A BURNHAM-On-Sea man has been in the media spotlight this week after buying his wife an unusual wedding anniversary gift. Morley Howard, a regular contributor to Burnham-On-Sea.com's discussion forums, got something a little different after forgetting to buy anything.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea man has been in the media spotlight this week after buying his wife an unusual wedding anniversary gift. Morley Howard, a regular contributor to Burnham-On-Sea.com's discussion forums, got something a little different after forgetting to buy anything.
Lucky escape for motorist
A CAR careered into a lampost, bringing down electricity cables in an accident at the Isleport Business Park in Highbridge on Monday afternoon (January 29th). Burnham police and fire teams were called to the tea-time crash, which closed the busy commuter route.
A CAR careered into a lampost, bringing down electricity cables in an accident at the Isleport Business Park in Highbridge on Monday afternoon (January 29th). Burnham police and fire teams were called to the tea-time crash, which closed the busy commuter route.
Town artist to illustrate signs
BURNHAM-On-Sea artist Judith Champion has begun work on a series of new visitor maps which are set to be introduced on signs around the town. Burnham's regeneration partnership committee has just given the go-ahead to six new 'you are here' signs.
BURNHAM-On-Sea artist Judith Champion has begun work on a series of new visitor maps which are set to be introduced on signs around the town. Burnham's regeneration partnership committee has just given the go-ahead to six new 'you are here' signs.
Poor catches for beach anglers
BITTERLY cold onshore winds failed to put off dozens of hardy anglers from taking part in a beach fishing competition in Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday (Jan 28th). Eighty anglers lined the water's edge for the six hour event, but only 15 reeled in any fish.
BITTERLY cold onshore winds failed to put off dozens of hardy anglers from taking part in a beach fishing competition in Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday (Jan 28th). Eighty anglers lined the water's edge for the six hour event, but only 15 reeled in any fish.
£2,900 boost from Race Night
A HUGE £2,900 was raised to help Burnham-On-Sea's ambulance station upgrade some of its specialist life-saving equipment during a special event held in the town on Saturday night (Jan 27th). Hundreds of supporters flocked to Lakeside in Westfield Road.
A HUGE £2,900 was raised to help Burnham-On-Sea's ambulance station upgrade some of its specialist life-saving equipment during a special event held in the town on Saturday night (Jan 27th). Hundreds of supporters flocked to Lakeside in Westfield Road.
Four questioned after barn fire
FOUR youths were being questioned by police on Sunday evening (January 28th) following a suspicious fire at Berrow. Burnham-On-Sea police and fire crews rushed to Barton Road in the village after a barn besides the road was spotted on fire during Sunday afternoon.
FOUR youths were being questioned by police on Sunday evening (January 28th) following a suspicious fire at Berrow. Burnham-On-Sea police and fire crews rushed to Barton Road in the village after a barn besides the road was spotted on fire during Sunday afternoon.
Brean Rally 2007 Results & Photos
EXETER duo David Kynaston and Andy Russell raced away with the top prize at the 2007 Brean Rally on Sunday (January 28th) when they held onto their overnight lead to scoop the title. The pair won the 11th annual event in an Audi A3 Quattro. We have full results.
EXETER duo David Kynaston and Andy Russell raced away with the top prize at the 2007 Brean Rally on Sunday (January 28th) when they held onto their overnight lead to scoop the title. The pair won the 11th annual event in an Audi A3 Quattro. We have full results.
Officer injured as 30 youths clash
A BURNHAM-On-Sea police officer was injured when he tried to break up a fight involving 30 youths in the centre of town on Friday night (January 26th). As our exclusive photos show, the incident took place in Pier Street outside the town's Somerfield supermarket at 10.20pm.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea police officer was injured when he tried to break up a fight involving 30 youths in the centre of town on Friday night (January 26th). As our exclusive photos show, the incident took place in Pier Street outside the town's Somerfield supermarket at 10.20pm.
Exeter team leads Brean Rally
AN Audi A3 Quattro, driven by David Kynaston and Andy Russell from Exeter, was the provisional leader of the 2007 Brean Rally at the end of the event's first day on Saturday (January 27th). Despite bitterly cold temperatures, large crowds of spectators turned out to watch. More..
AN Audi A3 Quattro, driven by David Kynaston and Andy Russell from Exeter, was the provisional leader of the 2007 Brean Rally at the end of the event's first day on Saturday (January 27th). Despite bitterly cold temperatures, large crowds of spectators turned out to watch. More..
Park's expansion turned down
DISTRICT planners have this week turned down a bid to construct 43 holiday homes at a leisure complex in Brean, near Burnham-On-Sea. Sedgemoor's Development Control Committee refused permission for the construction of 43 lodges on land south of Diamond Farm.
DISTRICT planners have this week turned down a bid to construct 43 holiday homes at a leisure complex in Brean, near Burnham-On-Sea. Sedgemoor's Development Control Committee refused permission for the construction of 43 lodges on land south of Diamond Farm.
Town MP clashes with Chancellor
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP David Heathcoat-Amory clashed with Chancellor of the Exchequer Gordon Brown in a House of Commons debate on Thursday (January 25th). Gordon Brown was accused of losing the equivalent of over .5billion by selling gold assets.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP David Heathcoat-Amory clashed with Chancellor of the Exchequer Gordon Brown in a House of Commons debate on Thursday (January 25th). Gordon Brown was accused of losing the equivalent of over .5billion by selling gold assets.
Police appeal after man attacked
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a man was robbed in Burnham-On-Sea late on Thursday night (January 25th). At around 11.30pm, a 49-year-old man was walking home when he was followed by two men through the car park of the Lighthouse pub on Highbridge Road (pictured).
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a man was robbed in Burnham-On-Sea late on Thursday night (January 25th). At around 11.30pm, a 49-year-old man was walking home when he was followed by two men through the car park of the Lighthouse pub on Highbridge Road (pictured).
Water pressure fault hits town
THOUSANDS of homes across Burnham-On-Sea were left with low water pressure on Thursday morning (January 25th) after a technical fault in our area. Bristol Water spokeswoman Paul Kelson apologised for any inconvenience, and said the problem had occurred overnight.
THOUSANDS of homes across Burnham-On-Sea were left with low water pressure on Thursday morning (January 25th) after a technical fault in our area. Bristol Water spokeswoman Paul Kelson apologised for any inconvenience, and said the problem had occurred overnight.
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Three car accident on A38
POLICE, fire crews and paramedics rushed to a three-vehicle accident on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea on Wednesday (January 24th). The accident occurred during the busy evening rush hour at 5.15pm on the A38 at Rooksbridge, near East Brent.
POLICE, fire crews and paramedics rushed to a three-vehicle accident on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea on Wednesday (January 24th). The accident occurred during the busy evening rush hour at 5.15pm on the A38 at Rooksbridge, near East Brent.
Berrow homes win approval
DISTRICT planners have this week given the go-ahead for the construction of a housing and flats complex at Berrow, near Burnham-On-Sea. Sedgemoor's Development Control Committee gave delegated permission for the construction of a building to form eight one bed flats.
DISTRICT planners have this week given the go-ahead for the construction of a housing and flats complex at Berrow, near Burnham-On-Sea. Sedgemoor's Development Control Committee gave delegated permission for the construction of a building to form eight one bed flats.
Hinkley 'safe from rising seas'
GLOBAL warming will not affect safety at Hinkley Point, near Burnham-On-Sea, according to a report published on Wednesday (Jan 24th) by owner British Energy. The Met Office was asked to investigate how climate change and rising sea levels might affect nuclear power plants.
GLOBAL warming will not affect safety at Hinkley Point, near Burnham-On-Sea, according to a report published on Wednesday (Jan 24th) by owner British Energy. The Met Office was asked to investigate how climate change and rising sea levels might affect nuclear power plants.
Fire tackled at industrial unit
TWO fire crews from Burnham-On-Sea were called to a blaze at an industrial unit on the Walrow Industrial Estate in Highbridge on Wednesday morning (January 24th). Firefighters gained entry to the premises to find smoke billowing from an extractor unit.
TWO fire crews from Burnham-On-Sea were called to a blaze at an industrial unit on the Walrow Industrial Estate in Highbridge on Wednesday morning (January 24th). Firefighters gained entry to the premises to find smoke billowing from an extractor unit.
Lorry incident shuts M5 lane
POLICE closed one lane of the M5 motorway at Burnham-On-Sea on Tuesday evening (January 23rd) after a lorry shed its load of fence panels across the carriageway. The inside lane of the southbound carriageway at Burnham's junction 22 was closed at 7.45pm.
POLICE closed one lane of the M5 motorway at Burnham-On-Sea on Tuesday evening (January 23rd) after a lorry shed its load of fence panels across the carriageway. The inside lane of the southbound carriageway at Burnham's junction 22 was closed at 7.45pm.
Emma steps into TV spotlight
A RECOVERING anorexia sufferer from Burnham-On-Sea will be in the national spotlight in February when her fight to overcome the eating disorder is highlighted on a primetime ITV1 show. Emma Parish, 14, is overcoming the disorder with the help of a personal trainer at the Fit 4 All gym in Love Lane.
A RECOVERING anorexia sufferer from Burnham-On-Sea will be in the national spotlight in February when her fight to overcome the eating disorder is highlighted on a primetime ITV1 show. Emma Parish, 14, is overcoming the disorder with the help of a personal trainer at the Fit 4 All gym in Love Lane.
2007 Brean Rally ready to go!
FINAL preparations are underway for this weekend's 2007 Brean Rally, in which more than 85 teams are set to race around the tarmac at Brean Leisure Park. The popular annual rally - now in its 11th year - continues to attract the interest of top teams.
FINAL preparations are underway for this weekend's 2007 Brean Rally, in which more than 85 teams are set to race around the tarmac at Brean Leisure Park. The popular annual rally - now in its 11th year - continues to attract the interest of top teams.
| Video Spar shuts Highbridge store
CONCERNS have been raised about the future of Highbridge's post office this week following the sudden closure of the Spar shop in which it is based. The shop in Church Street closed last week, but both the lottery terminal and post office are still open for business.
CONCERNS have been raised about the future of Highbridge's post office this week following the sudden closure of the Spar shop in which it is based. The shop in Church Street closed last week, but both the lottery terminal and post office are still open for business.
MP hits out after unitary vote
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP and the leader of Sedgemoor District Council spoke on Tuesday (January 23rd) about their disappointment at the decision by Somerset County Council to go ahead with plans to create one local authority and disband the districts.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP and the leader of Sedgemoor District Council spoke on Tuesday (January 23rd) about their disappointment at the decision by Somerset County Council to go ahead with plans to create one local authority and disband the districts.
Awards for St John cadets
HIGHBRIDGE St John Ambulance Cadets recently held their annual enrolment and presentation evening when several newcomers were welcomed and existing cadets received awards. Burnham-On-Sea.com has a full photo round-up of the evening and details of the winners.
HIGHBRIDGE St John Ambulance Cadets recently held their annual enrolment and presentation evening when several newcomers were welcomed and existing cadets received awards. Burnham-On-Sea.com has a full photo round-up of the evening and details of the winners.
Brean Leisure Park reaches 60!
A FAMILY-run business in Brean, near Burnham-On-Sea, is celebrating its 60th anniversary this month. Holiday Resort Unity and Brean Leisure Park, owned by the House family, began life as a dairy farm and transformed itself into one of the largest holiday resorts in the south west.
A FAMILY-run business in Brean, near Burnham-On-Sea, is celebrating its 60th anniversary this month. Holiday Resort Unity and Brean Leisure Park, owned by the House family, began life as a dairy farm and transformed itself into one of the largest holiday resorts in the south west.
Centre's spud weekend is a hit
HUNDREDS of visitors turned out to an event dedicated to the humble spud at Garden World in Somerset over the weekend (January 20th and 21st). More than a hundred potato varieties, one of the biggest collections in the south west, went on show alongside weird spud models.
HUNDREDS of visitors turned out to an event dedicated to the humble spud at Garden World in Somerset over the weekend (January 20th and 21st). More than a hundred potato varieties, one of the biggest collections in the south west, went on show alongside weird spud models.
Lap dancing given the go-ahead
CONTROVERSIAL plans to introduce adult dancing at a Burnham-On-Sea night club were given the go-ahead on Monday (January 22nd). A public hearing was held at Bridgwater Magistrates Court to finally decide whether Shakers could overturn the decision by Sedgemoor District Council to turn down its bid.
CONTROVERSIAL plans to introduce adult dancing at a Burnham-On-Sea night club were given the go-ahead on Monday (January 22nd). A public hearing was held at Bridgwater Magistrates Court to finally decide whether Shakers could overturn the decision by Sedgemoor District Council to turn down its bid.
