£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Bowling club's plan withdrawn
CONTROVERSIAL plans to extend the closing time at Burnham-On-Sea Bowling Club until 2am have been withdrawn.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CONTROVERSIAL plans to extend the closing time at Burnham-On-Sea Bowling Club until 2am have been withdrawn.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.
Shell collectors in for a treat
SHELL collectors wandering along Burnham's beach have been rewarded with some impressive finds this week after the recent heavy storms. The gales have resulted in a wider than normal range of shells being washed up along several parts of the town's shoreline.
SHELL collectors wandering along Burnham's beach have been rewarded with some impressive finds this week after the recent heavy storms. The gales have resulted in a wider than normal range of shells being washed up along several parts of the town's shoreline.
Vandals in overnight attack
ANGRY residents in a Burnham-On-Sea street were beginning a clean-up operation on Saturday morning (December 16th) after vandals caused damage in the area. Several concrete flower pots were removed from the front gardens of properties along Worston Road before being smashed on pavements.
ANGRY residents in a Burnham-On-Sea street were beginning a clean-up operation on Saturday morning (December 16th) after vandals caused damage in the area. Several concrete flower pots were removed from the front gardens of properties along Worston Road before being smashed on pavements.
Spring planting starts at Apex
CHRISTMAS may be just a week away, but Spring was on the minds of a Burnham-On-Sea group on Saturday morning (Dec 16th) when its members planted scores of bulbs in Apex Leisure Park. Members of The Friends Of Apex Park took part in the annual planting session.
CHRISTMAS may be just a week away, but Spring was on the minds of a Burnham-On-Sea group on Saturday morning (Dec 16th) when its members planted scores of bulbs in Apex Leisure Park. Members of The Friends Of Apex Park took part in the annual planting session.
Festive cheer at town store
A GROUP of Burnham-On-Sea singers hit the right note with Tesco shoppers when they performed a line-up of Christmas songs in the store on Friday evening, December 15th. The local group, called Musically Challenged, performed a range of festive carols at the entrance to the store.
A GROUP of Burnham-On-Sea singers hit the right note with Tesco shoppers when they performed a line-up of Christmas songs in the store on Friday evening, December 15th. The local group, called Musically Challenged, performed a range of festive carols at the entrance to the store.
Mayor's Christmas message
BURNHAM-On-Sea and Highbridge Mayor Eric Gill, pictured, released his annual Christmas Message on Friday (December 15th). "I am inordinately proud and privileged to have been selected Mayor for a second year and my wife and I are delighted to be able to wish all a very Merry Christmas."
BURNHAM-On-Sea and Highbridge Mayor Eric Gill, pictured, released his annual Christmas Message on Friday (December 15th). "I am inordinately proud and privileged to have been selected Mayor for a second year and my wife and I are delighted to be able to wish all a very Merry Christmas."
Curtain Call's £820 charity boost
PAULINE Kidner, founder of Secret World, and Debbie O'Keefe, fundraiser from the wildlife rescue centre, met some of the members of Burnham-based performing arts group Curtain Call this week as they handed over a cheque for £820 following a successful year.
PAULINE Kidner, founder of Secret World, and Debbie O'Keefe, fundraiser from the wildlife rescue centre, met some of the members of Burnham-based performing arts group Curtain Call this week as they handed over a cheque for £820 following a successful year.
Rotary steers funds to charity!
OVER £600 was raised for charity when Burnham-On-Sea Rotary Club members held an unusual fundraising competition at Highbridge Fatstock Market. Visitors to the market were encouraged to guess the distance between the horn tips of a huge steer.
OVER £600 was raised for charity when Burnham-On-Sea Rotary Club members held an unusual fundraising competition at Highbridge Fatstock Market. Visitors to the market were encouraged to guess the distance between the horn tips of a huge steer.
Coroner names beach body
THE West Somerset Coroner said on Thursday (Dec 14th) that the body of a man found on Berrow Beach, near Burnham-On-Sea, last weekend had been identified. A spokesman said analysis of finger prints had confirmed that the man was a 60 year-old from near Cardiff.
THE West Somerset Coroner said on Thursday (Dec 14th) that the body of a man found on Berrow Beach, near Burnham-On-Sea, last weekend had been identified. A spokesman said analysis of finger prints had confirmed that the man was a 60 year-old from near Cardiff.
CCTV appeal follows M5 theft
POLICE have issued a photo of two men who they think may be able to help them with their enquiries into the theft of money from several fruit machines at the M5 Sedgemoor Services, near Burnham-On-Sea. One of the men is white, in his early 20s and 5'6"-5'8" tall.
POLICE have issued a photo of two men who they think may be able to help them with their enquiries into the theft of money from several fruit machines at the M5 Sedgemoor Services, near Burnham-On-Sea. One of the men is white, in his early 20s and 5'6"-5'8" tall.
Town Council 'may move to Princess'
BURNHAM-On-Sea and Highbridge Town Council may move from its current home in Jaycroft Road into the newly-acquired Princess Hall in the centre of town. The move is one of several options on the table after yesterday's news that months of talks about the future of the hall had come to a successful conclusion.
BURNHAM-On-Sea and Highbridge Town Council may move from its current home in Jaycroft Road into the newly-acquired Princess Hall in the centre of town. The move is one of several options on the table after yesterday's news that months of talks about the future of the hall had come to a successful conclusion.
| Grant decision 1981 storm - Your memories
YESTERDAY (Dec 13th) was the 25th anniversary of the devastating 1981 storm which struck Burnham-On-Sea. We asked readers to get in touch with their memories of the storm and have published a selection of the most interesting stories from that period... 25th anniversary of 1981 storm
WEDNESDAY December 13th marks the 25th anniversary of the devastating 1981 storm which struck Burnham-On-Sea. A huge trail of damage was left along the town's seafront after waves and water caused widespread damage. Today, Burnham-On-Sea.com takes a special look back at that fateful day... More... Body found on Berrow beach
POLICE confirmed this week that a man's body had been found on Berrow Beach, near Burnham-On-Sea, at the weekend. The unpleasant discovery was made on Saturday morning (December 9th) by a dog walker who immediately contacted police. Officxers are trying to identify the man. More...
YESTERDAY (Dec 13th) was the 25th anniversary of the devastating 1981 storm which struck Burnham-On-Sea. We asked readers to get in touch with their memories of the storm and have published a selection of the most interesting stories from that period... 25th anniversary of 1981 storm
WEDNESDAY December 13th marks the 25th anniversary of the devastating 1981 storm which struck Burnham-On-Sea. A huge trail of damage was left along the town's seafront after waves and water caused widespread damage. Today, Burnham-On-Sea.com takes a special look back at that fateful day... More... Body found on Berrow beach
POLICE confirmed this week that a man's body had been found on Berrow Beach, near Burnham-On-Sea, at the weekend. The unpleasant discovery was made on Saturday morning (December 9th) by a dog walker who immediately contacted police. Officxers are trying to identify the man. More...
Anthony celebrates again!
BURNHAM-On-Sea paralympic swimmer Anthony Stephens is celebrating this week after winning his event during the IPC World Swimming Championships in South Africa. The former King Alfred School student won the 200 metres freestyle race in his S5 disablement group.
BURNHAM-On-Sea paralympic swimmer Anthony Stephens is celebrating this week after winning his event during the IPC World Swimming Championships in South Africa. The former King Alfred School student won the 200 metres freestyle race in his S5 disablement group.
