New holiday brochure for town
BURNHAM-On-Sea's new holiday brochure for 2007 has been published this week. Over 70,000 copies of the free 55-page booklet have been printed and are set to be circulated across hundreds of tourist information centres and travel agents around the country.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's new holiday brochure for 2007 has been published this week. Over 70,000 copies of the free 55-page booklet have been printed and are set to be circulated across hundreds of tourist information centres and travel agents around the country.
Damaged town jetty shuts for repairs
BURNHAM-On-Sea's jetty is to close for emergency repairs after this week's storms caused thousands of pounds of damage, as pictured here. Large waves whipped up by gale-force winds took their toll on the landmark, raising coping stones and washing away several parts of the tarmac surface.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's jetty is to close for emergency repairs after this week's storms caused thousands of pounds of damage, as pictured here. Large waves whipped up by gale-force winds took their toll on the landmark, raising coping stones and washing away several parts of the tarmac surface.
Motorcyclist in A38 accident
A MOTORCYLIST had a lucky escape when he came off his bike while travelling along the A38 near Burnham-On-Sea on Friday (January 5th). Police and paramedics from Burnham rushed to the scene at Edithmead but they found the motorcyclist had only minor injuries.
A MOTORCYLIST had a lucky escape when he came off his bike while travelling along the A38 near Burnham-On-Sea on Friday (January 5th). Police and paramedics from Burnham rushed to the scene at Edithmead but they found the motorcyclist had only minor injuries.
New learning centre opens
BURNHAM-On-Sea's new Active Living Centre, which opens this week, has unveiled its busy programme of activities for the next few months. The new centre launched last month and holds its first session on Friday (January 5th), to be followed by further sessions.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's new Active Living Centre, which opens this week, has unveiled its busy programme of activities for the next few months. The new centre launched last month and holds its first session on Friday (January 5th), to be followed by further sessions.
Sea splash raises charity cash!
THOUSANDS of pounds were raised for a local charity when hardy fundraisers from Burnham-On-Sea took a sponsored dip in the English Channel at the weekend. Nine fundraisers took part in the annual sea swim at Lyme Regis on Saturday morning (December 30th).
THOUSANDS of pounds were raised for a local charity when hardy fundraisers from Burnham-On-Sea took a sponsored dip in the English Channel at the weekend. Nine fundraisers took part in the annual sea swim at Lyme Regis on Saturday morning (December 30th).
New owner for 150 year-old town firm
ONE of Burnham-On-Sea's longest running companies has been taken over this week and looks set to be renamed. JH Palmer and Sons Estate Agents in the High Street was established in 1851 and just been taken over by the huge property chain Greenslade Taylor Hunt.
ONE of Burnham-On-Sea's longest running companies has been taken over this week and looks set to be renamed. JH Palmer and Sons Estate Agents in the High Street was established in 1851 and just been taken over by the huge property chain Greenslade Taylor Hunt.
Market closure edges closer
THE closure of Highbridge's long-running cattle market edged a step closer this week with the confirmation that the weekly event - along with Taunton's livestock market - will be transferred to a new £50million Regional Rural Business Centre being built at Bridgwater.
THE closure of Highbridge's long-running cattle market edged a step closer this week with the confirmation that the weekly event - along with Taunton's livestock market - will be transferred to a new £50million Regional Rural Business Centre being built at Bridgwater.
Police seek Burnham shoplifter
BURNHAM-On-Sea police have appealed for help in finding a shoplifter who struck at a supermarket in the town last month. On Tuesday (January 2nd) police released CCTV images of a man who they think may be able to help them with their enquiries into the incident.
BURNHAM-On-Sea police have appealed for help in finding a shoplifter who struck at a supermarket in the town last month. On Tuesday (January 2nd) police released CCTV images of a man who they think may be able to help them with their enquiries into the incident.
Secure your mobile phone
BURNHAM-On-Sea mobile phone owners will be able to have their handsets security marked when the town's police hold two crime prevention sessions over the next few days. The two crime prevention sessions will be held at Burnham-On-Sea's Tesco store in Love Lane.
BURNHAM-On-Sea mobile phone owners will be able to have their handsets security marked when the town's police hold two crime prevention sessions over the next few days. The two crime prevention sessions will be held at Burnham-On-Sea's Tesco store in Love Lane.
Sale shoppers queue overnight
GREEN-fingered Burnham-On-Sea shoppers braved the elements and even lost some sleep to get their hands on a few January sale bargains at a local garden cen tre. Hundreds of gardeners dug out their cold and wet weather clothing, and queued up overnight for the sale.
GREEN-fingered Burnham-On-Sea shoppers braved the elements and even lost some sleep to get their hands on a few January sale bargains at a local garden cen tre. Hundreds of gardeners dug out their cold and wet weather clothing, and queued up overnight for the sale.
House prices 'will rise in 2007'
BURNHAM-On-Sea's property prices are predicted to show further increases during 2007, according to a report by a leading UK property price forecaster. Technical Forecasts Ltd believes the cost of homes in both the postcode areas 'TA8 1' and 'TA8 2' will rise again.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's property prices are predicted to show further increases during 2007, according to a report by a leading UK property price forecaster. Technical Forecasts Ltd believes the cost of homes in both the postcode areas 'TA8 1' and 'TA8 2' will rise again.
Revellers welcome new year
REVELLERS in Burnham-On-Sea celebrated the start of 2007 at a wide range of events held in the town on New Year's Eve. Fireworks lit up the sky around the town when the midnight hour struck, as the stormy weather earlier in the day on New Year's Eve was blown away.
REVELLERS in Burnham-On-Sea celebrated the start of 2007 at a wide range of events held in the town on New Year's Eve. Fireworks lit up the sky around the town when the midnight hour struck, as the stormy weather earlier in the day on New Year's Eve was blown away.
£2m overhaul for M5 at Burnham
A MAJOR project to introduce a quieter, safer road surface on the M5 at Burnham-On-Sea is scheduled to begin on January 8th. The work, costing £2 million, will take place between Junctions 22 and 23 and will involve improving drainage as well as resurfacing the carriageway, the Highways Agency said on Friday.
A MAJOR project to introduce a quieter, safer road surface on the M5 at Burnham-On-Sea is scheduled to begin on January 8th. The work, costing £2 million, will take place between Junctions 22 and 23 and will involve improving drainage as well as resurfacing the carriageway, the Highways Agency said on Friday.
Bowling club's plan withdrawn
CONTROVERSIAL plans to extend the closing time at Burnham-On-Sea Bowling Club until 2am have been withdrawn. Sedgemoor District Council's Licensing and Registration Committee had been due to decide last week whether the club could open late on 24 nights a year.
CONTROVERSIAL plans to extend the closing time at Burnham-On-Sea Bowling Club until 2am have been withdrawn. Sedgemoor District Council's Licensing and Registration Committee had been due to decide last week whether the club could open late on 24 nights a year.
Five million watch Brean film
More than five million television viewers watched BBC1's film 'Dracula' on Thursday night (December 28th) in which Brean Down was heavily featured. We exclusively reported in August how Brean beach had been transformed into a film set to record scenes for the film.
More than five million television viewers watched BBC1's film 'Dracula' on Thursday night (December 28th) in which Brean Down was heavily featured. We exclusively reported in August how Brean beach had been transformed into a film set to record scenes for the film.
Busy New Year's Eve for town
REVELLERS in Burnham-On-Sea have a choice on how to celebrate the start of 2007 when a wide range of events is held in the town on New Year's Eve. Popular local group The Ginger Hitlas will be playing at The Ritz Club from 8pm, whle Snappa will be at the Old Pier Tavern.
REVELLERS in Burnham-On-Sea have a choice on how to celebrate the start of 2007 when a wide range of events is held in the town on New Year's Eve. Popular local group The Ginger Hitlas will be playing at The Ritz Club from 8pm, whle Snappa will be at the Old Pier Tavern.
Top loo award for Brean park!
BOSSES at a Brean caravan park are flushed with success after the quality of their loos was recognised in a nationwide competition. Warren Farm, near Burnham-On-Sea, has England's best caravan park toilet facilities, according to the 2006 Loo Of The Year Awards.
BOSSES at a Brean caravan park are flushed with success after the quality of their loos was recognised in a nationwide competition. Warren Farm, near Burnham-On-Sea, has England's best caravan park toilet facilities, according to the 2006 Loo Of The Year Awards.
Somerset Rebels 2007 preview
WITH the new 2007 speedway season rapidly approaching, the boss of Burnham-based Somerset Rebels, Mike Golding, tells Burnham-On-Sea.com how he sees the season ahead going. Mr Golding has been using his Xmas break to make final preparations.
WITH the new 2007 speedway season rapidly approaching, the boss of Burnham-based Somerset Rebels, Mike Golding, tells Burnham-On-Sea.com how he sees the season ahead going. Mr Golding has been using his Xmas break to make final preparations.
Fire crews tackle house blaze
BURNHAM-On-Sea firefighters equipped with breathing apparatus tackled a serious house blaze in Berrow Road on Thursday morning (December 28th). Two Burnham fire crews raced to the property at 10.30am after the occupants dialled 999 to report a fire had broken out in their kitchen.
BURNHAM-On-Sea firefighters equipped with breathing apparatus tackled a serious house blaze in Berrow Road on Thursday morning (December 28th). Two Burnham fire crews raced to the property at 10.30am after the occupants dialled 999 to report a fire had broken out in their kitchen.
Police appeal after OAP injured
POLICE in Highbridge appealed for witnesses on Thursday (Dec 28th) as they investigated a fail-to-stop accident in the town. At around 10.30am on Christmas Eve, an elderly pedestrian was crossing Bank Street when she was involved in a collision with a vehicle.
POLICE in Highbridge appealed for witnesses on Thursday (Dec 28th) as they investigated a fail-to-stop accident in the town. At around 10.30am on Christmas Eve, an elderly pedestrian was crossing Bank Street when she was involved in a collision with a vehicle.
Claim your free 2007 calendar!
PEOPLE in Burnham-On-Sea are being invited to swap their old 2006 calendars for a brand new 2007 gnome-themed one during an eco-friendly calendar amnesty at Sanders Garden World. Staff at the garden centre will be hosting the amnesty from January 4th to 6th.
PEOPLE in Burnham-On-Sea are being invited to swap their old 2006 calendars for a brand new 2007 gnome-themed one during an eco-friendly calendar amnesty at Sanders Garden World. Staff at the garden centre will be hosting the amnesty from January 4th to 6th.
Pubs prepare for smoking ban
PUBS across Burnham-On-Sea are getting ready for the introduction of next summer's nationwide smoking ban. Chaplins on The Esplanade has spent more than £5,000 on building a new extension to its premises - and other pubs are following suit.
PUBS across Burnham-On-Sea are getting ready for the introduction of next summer's nationwide smoking ban. Chaplins on The Esplanade has spent more than £5,000 on building a new extension to its premises - and other pubs are following suit.
Boxing Day blaze extinguished
THOUSANDS of pounds of damage was caused to a car and garage during a fire at Rooksbridge on Boxing Day evening. Firefighters from Burnham-On-Sea and Cheddar gained entry to a domestic garage in the village after the blaze broke out at 8.02pm.
THOUSANDS of pounds of damage was caused to a car and garage during a fire at Rooksbridge on Boxing Day evening. Firefighters from Burnham-On-Sea and Cheddar gained entry to a domestic garage in the village after the blaze broke out at 8.02pm.
Armed police swoop on Burnham street
ARMED police sealed off a Burnham-On-Sea road on Christmas Day afternoon as they investigated a serious disturbance at a flat. Abingdon Street in the centre of Burnham was closed from around 4.30pm when residents told Burnham-On-Sea.com they saw officers surrounding a shop.
ARMED police sealed off a Burnham-On-Sea road on Christmas Day afternoon as they investigated a serious disturbance at a flat. Abingdon Street in the centre of Burnham was closed from around 4.30pm when residents told Burnham-On-Sea.com they saw officers surrounding a shop.
Festive finance boost from pub
A TRIO of worthy causes in Burnham-On-Sea have been handed a festive financial boost by a local fundraising group. The Somerset and Dorset Pub's Local Emergency Services Fund handed out three £500 cheques this week after a year of successful money-raising.
A TRIO of worthy causes in Burnham-On-Sea have been handed a festive financial boost by a local fundraising group. The Somerset and Dorset Pub's Local Emergency Services Fund handed out three £500 cheques this week after a year of successful money-raising.
Boost for farmers markets
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Farmers Markets are to continue during January, February and March, it was announced this week. The popular markets - which are held in the High Street - were due to take a winter break until April 2007 but have now been extended.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Farmers Markets are to continue during January, February and March, it was announced this week. The popular markets - which are held in the High Street - were due to take a winter break until April 2007 but have now been extended.
Xmas Eve crash shuts Marine Drive
A MOTORCYCLIST was rushed to hospital on Sunday morning (December 24th) after an accident closed Burnham-On-Sea's Marine Drive. A red Kia pulling out of Apex Leisure Park is believed to have collided with the motorcycle just after 11.30am, shutting the road for 30 minutes.
A MOTORCYCLIST was rushed to hospital on Sunday morning (December 24th) after an accident closed Burnham-On-Sea's Marine Drive. A red Kia pulling out of Apex Leisure Park is believed to have collided with the motorcycle just after 11.30am, shutting the road for 30 minutes.
Carols for last-minute shoppers
LAST-minute Christmas shoppers in Burnham were treated to a line-up of festive carols from a town drama group on Sunday morning, December 24th. BEES (Burnham Excellent Entertainment Society) sang a line-up of carols and festive music at the town's Tesco store.
LAST-minute Christmas shoppers in Burnham were treated to a line-up of festive carols from a town drama group on Sunday morning, December 24th. BEES (Burnham Excellent Entertainment Society) sang a line-up of carols and festive music at the town's Tesco store.
Shoppers dig deep for fire fund
COLLECTION tins were rattling when Burnham-On-Sea firefighters raised more than a thousand pounds for the Fire Services Benevolent Fund this week. Generous High Street shoppers dug deep into their pockets and purses to raise a bumper sum of £1,375.
COLLECTION tins were rattling when Burnham-On-Sea firefighters raised more than a thousand pounds for the Fire Services Benevolent Fund this week. Generous High Street shoppers dug deep into their pockets and purses to raise a bumper sum of £1,375.
Motorist causes two accidents
A MOTORIST travelled the wrong way down the M5 between Pawlett and Burnham-On-Sea, causing two accidents and leaving the motorway closed for more than two hours on Friday night (December 22nd). Police, fire crews and paramedics rushed to the southbound carriageway of the M5 at 8pm.
A MOTORIST travelled the wrong way down the M5 between Pawlett and Burnham-On-Sea, causing two accidents and leaving the motorway closed for more than two hours on Friday night (December 22nd). Police, fire crews and paramedics rushed to the southbound carriageway of the M5 at 8pm.
Sea swimmers ready for dip!
PLUCKY volunteers from Burnham will be braving the waters of the English Channel next Saturday (December 30th) to raise funds for local charity Secret World. The volunteers will pull on a range of costumes as they perform their annual sea swim at Lyme Regis.
PLUCKY volunteers from Burnham will be braving the waters of the English Channel next Saturday (December 30th) to raise funds for local charity Secret World. The volunteers will pull on a range of costumes as they perform their annual sea swim at Lyme Regis.
Tree storm repairs completed
WORK was completed this week on making safe a huge tree in Burnham-On-Sea which was damaged during the recent storms. Sedgemoor Disrict Council, which owns some of the land at Gardenhurst, has been busy ensuring that none of the higher branches could come down.
WORK was completed this week on making safe a huge tree in Burnham-On-Sea which was damaged during the recent storms. Sedgemoor Disrict Council, which owns some of the land at Gardenhurst, has been busy ensuring that none of the higher branches could come down.
Xmas lights winners revealed
THE winners of Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge's annual Christmas lights competition were announced on Friday (Dec 22nd). Three judges from the town council visited scores of streets in the area during the last few weeks to choose the best.
THE winners of Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge's annual Christmas lights competition were announced on Friday (Dec 22nd). Three judges from the town council visited scores of streets in the area during the last few weeks to choose the best.
M5 crash delays Xmas traffic
CHRISTMAS traffic on the M5 motorway near Burnham-On-Sea was reduced to a crawl on Friday afternoon (Dec 22nd) after an accident in thick fog. Two fire crews from Burnham and Weston were called to junction 22 of the northbound carriageway at 3.15pm.
CHRISTMAS traffic on the M5 motorway near Burnham-On-Sea was reduced to a crawl on Friday afternoon (Dec 22nd) after an accident in thick fog. Two fire crews from Burnham and Weston were called to junction 22 of the northbound carriageway at 3.15pm.
Town just misses GMTV prize
RESIDENTS of Burnham's Trinity Rise were still smiling on Friday morning (Dec 22nd) even though they just missed out on the top prize in GMTV's nationwide Christmas lights competition. Earlier in the week, delighted organisers heard they had reached the semi-finals.
RESIDENTS of Burnham's Trinity Rise were still smiling on Friday morning (Dec 22nd) even though they just missed out on the top prize in GMTV's nationwide Christmas lights competition. Earlier in the week, delighted organisers heard they had reached the semi-finals.
Seven month closure for busy road
MOTORISTS travelling through Highbridge are being warned to expect delays for up to seven months as work gets underway on building a new roundabout next to the town's new Asda superstore. Warning signs have appeared in the area this week, advising motorists.
MOTORISTS travelling through Highbridge are being warned to expect delays for up to seven months as work gets underway on building a new roundabout next to the town's new Asda superstore. Warning signs have appeared in the area this week, advising motorists.
Hinkley re-opening is delayed
HINKLEY Point B, near Burnham-On-Sea, will not return to operation until March, the power station operator British Energy said on Thursday (Dec 21st). The company had said earlier this week that one of the reactors at the plant would be back in operation by January.
HINKLEY Point B, near Burnham-On-Sea, will not return to operation until March, the power station operator British Energy said on Thursday (Dec 21st). The company had said earlier this week that one of the reactors at the plant would be back in operation by January.
New homes plan wins approval
CONTROVERSIAL plans to build 12 homes on the site of an NHS care home at Berrow have this week been given the go-ahead by planners. Despite the news, health bosses reassured Burnham-On-Sea.com readers in November that the future of the centre is not threatened.
CONTROVERSIAL plans to build 12 homes on the site of an NHS care home at Berrow have this week been given the go-ahead by planners. Despite the news, health bosses reassured Burnham-On-Sea.com readers in November that the future of the centre is not threatened.
Town crime carries on rising
OFFICIAL figures from Burnham-On-Sea Police show crime in the town has increased significantly during the past year, although November showed a slight fall. The new figures demonstrate how monthly crime during 2006 has been consistently higher than in 2005.
OFFICIAL figures from Burnham-On-Sea Police show crime in the town has increased significantly during the past year, although November showed a slight fall. The new figures demonstrate how monthly crime during 2006 has been consistently higher than in 2005.
Chip pan blamed for blaze
A CHIP pan is being blamed for a blaze at a Highbridge home on Wednesday night (December 20th). A Burnham-On-Sea fire crew attended a property fire in Morland Road at 9.52pm to find smoke pouring out of the house. Fortunately, the blaze was quickly extinguished.
A CHIP pan is being blamed for a blaze at a Highbridge home on Wednesday night (December 20th). A Burnham-On-Sea fire crew attended a property fire in Morland Road at 9.52pm to find smoke pouring out of the house. Fortunately, the blaze was quickly extinguished.
School's VIP cinema screening
HUNDREDS of excited pupils from a Highbridge school gathered in Burnham-On-Sea's cinema this week for a special end-of-term treat. The 200 youngsters from St John's School filled both screens at the Ritz Cinema in Victoria Street on Tuesday (December 19th).
HUNDREDS of excited pupils from a Highbridge school gathered in Burnham-On-Sea's cinema this week for a special end-of-term treat. The 200 youngsters from St John's School filled both screens at the Ritz Cinema in Victoria Street on Tuesday (December 19th).
National TV coverage for town!
SATELLITE TV trucks and camera crews descended on a usually quiet Burnham-On-Sea street on Wednesday morning (December 20th) when it came under the glare of national attention on GMTV. Trinity Rise is in the semi-finals of GMTV's nationwide competition to find the UK's best Christmas lights.
SATELLITE TV trucks and camera crews descended on a usually quiet Burnham-On-Sea street on Wednesday morning (December 20th) when it came under the glare of national attention on GMTV. Trinity Rise is in the semi-finals of GMTV's nationwide competition to find the UK's best Christmas lights.
New warning on imitation guns
POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge repeated their warning on Tuesday afternoon (December 19th) for parents to be wary of buying imitation firearms as children's Christmas presents - after five imitation weapons were seized in the two towns this week.
POLICE in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge repeated their warning on Tuesday afternoon (December 19th) for parents to be wary of buying imitation firearms as children's Christmas presents - after five imitation weapons were seized in the two towns this week.
Bumper start to cod season
THIS bumper-sized 12lb 12oz cod was the catch-of-the-day when Burnham boat owners held their annual competition during the height of the cod fishing season this week. While the last few years have seen cod stocks declining in Bridgwater Bay, this season is busier.
THIS bumper-sized 12lb 12oz cod was the catch-of-the-day when Burnham boat owners held their annual competition during the height of the cod fishing season this week. While the last few years have seen cod stocks declining in Bridgwater Bay, this season is busier.
Road closes after accident
A BUSY Burnham-On-Sea road was closed for over two hours on Tuesday morning (Dec 19th) after a two-vehicle accident. Police and paramedics rushed to Stoddens Lane just after 8am after a Toyota car and a lorry collided on a stretch of the road near a railway bridge.
A BUSY Burnham-On-Sea road was closed for over two hours on Tuesday morning (Dec 19th) after a two-vehicle accident. Police and paramedics rushed to Stoddens Lane just after 8am after a Toyota car and a lorry collided on a stretch of the road near a railway bridge.
Race Night tickets on sale
TICKETS have gone on sale this week for a fundraising event to help Burnham's ambulance station upgrade some of its specialist equipment. The race night will be held on January 27th at Lakeside in Westfield Road and aims to raise £3,000 to upgrade equipment used by Burnham paramedics.
TICKETS have gone on sale this week for a fundraising event to help Burnham's ambulance station upgrade some of its specialist equipment. The race night will be held on January 27th at Lakeside in Westfield Road and aims to raise £3,000 to upgrade equipment used by Burnham paramedics.
Hinkley to re-open in January
ONE of the reactors at Hinkley Point B power station, near Burnham-On-Sea, is on track to return to partial operation during the next fortnight. British Energy said on Monday (Dec 18th) that its work is on track and one of the reactors will be operational by January.
ONE of the reactors at Hinkley Point B power station, near Burnham-On-Sea, is on track to return to partial operation during the next fortnight. British Energy said on Monday (Dec 18th) that its work is on track and one of the reactors will be operational by January.
Workers repair jetty damage
URGENT repairs were carried out to the navigation beacon at the end of Burnham-On-Sea's slipway on Monday (December 18th) after a bolt came lose during recent storms and left the structure in a precarious condition. The work was completed over four hours.
URGENT repairs were carried out to the navigation beacon at the end of Burnham-On-Sea's slipway on Monday (December 18th) after a bolt came lose during recent storms and left the structure in a precarious condition. The work was completed over four hours.
Prizes for young poster artists
BUDDING young artists who entered Sanders Garden World's 'Design a Circus Poster Competition' have been presented with their prizes at the garden centre in Brent Knoll. Youngsters from all over Somerset took part in the contest to create a circus poster.
BUDDING young artists who entered Sanders Garden World's 'Design a Circus Poster Competition' have been presented with their prizes at the garden centre in Brent Knoll. Youngsters from all over Somerset took part in the contest to create a circus poster.
Councillors intervene in path saga
THE long-overdue clean-up of a Burnham-On-Sea footpath was completed on Saturday (December 16th) after two district councillors intervened in a long-running dispute. Arthur Thorogood and Bob Filmer armed themselves with gardening tools to clear away the overgrown foliage.
THE long-overdue clean-up of a Burnham-On-Sea footpath was completed on Saturday (December 16th) after two district councillors intervened in a long-running dispute. Arthur Thorogood and Bob Filmer armed themselves with gardening tools to clear away the overgrown foliage.
