High-octane action at Brean!
HIGH-octane action came to Brean Leisure Park, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Wednesday night (August 2nd) when hundreds of holidaymakers crowded into the park's arena to watch Scott May's Daredevil Stunt Show. The show included 90 minutes of stunts.
HIGH-octane action came to Brean Leisure Park, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Wednesday night (August 2nd) when hundreds of holidaymakers crowded into the park's arena to watch Scott May's Daredevil Stunt Show. The show included 90 minutes of stunts.
Charity jobs are in jeopardy
THE Highbridge-based National Blind Children's Society has warned that the jobs of 35 of its telemarketing staff may be in jeopardy after it announced a review of its fundraising activities. In an effort to lower its costs, the charity may cease lottery fundraising.
THE Highbridge-based National Blind Children's Society has warned that the jobs of 35 of its telemarketing staff may be in jeopardy after it announced a review of its fundraising activities. In an effort to lower its costs, the charity may cease lottery fundraising.
Fresh blow to wind farm bid
PLANNERS at Sedgemoor District Council have this week recommended that the controversial application to build five wind turbines on land outside Burnham-On-Sea be rejected. Planners are recommending that the application be turned down at a meeting on August 8th.
PLANNERS at Sedgemoor District Council have this week recommended that the controversial application to build five wind turbines on land outside Burnham-On-Sea be rejected. Planners are recommending that the application be turned down at a meeting on August 8th.
Beirut joy for Burnham couple
A DELIGHTED Burnham-On-Sea couple have described their relief at hearing their ten-year-old grandson has escaped from war-torn Beirut. Edna Moore and husband Tony told Burnham-On-Sea.com on Monday (July 31st) that they were "absolutely relieved".
A DELIGHTED Burnham-On-Sea couple have described their relief at hearing their ten-year-old grandson has escaped from war-torn Beirut. Edna Moore and husband Tony told Burnham-On-Sea.com on Monday (July 31st) that they were "absolutely relieved".
Windows of shop smashed
VANDALS caused £1,000 of damage when they smashed the windows of a Burnham-On-Sea High Street shop over the weekend. A pane of glass and a glass door at the front of GW Hurley newsagents were broken in an overnight attack during the early hours of Sunday.
VANDALS caused £1,000 of damage when they smashed the windows of a Burnham-On-Sea High Street shop over the weekend. A pane of glass and a glass door at the front of GW Hurley newsagents were broken in an overnight attack during the early hours of Sunday.
Toxic algae fears at Apex lake
ENVIRONMENT Agency bosses are investigating a possible outbreak of toxic blue-green algae at Burnham-On-Sea's Apex Wildlife Park. On Monday (July 31st), both the Environment Agency and District Council said that they were investigating after walkers reported their concerns.
ENVIRONMENT Agency bosses are investigating a possible outbreak of toxic blue-green algae at Burnham-On-Sea's Apex Wildlife Park. On Monday (July 31st), both the Environment Agency and District Council said that they were investigating after walkers reported their concerns.
Steam train thunders past
HIGHBRIDGE residents quite literally got a blast from the past on Sunday evening (July 30th) when a classic steam train thundered through the town's railway station. The traditional steam whistle on the 'King Edward 1' Great Western locomotive was blown.
HIGHBRIDGE residents quite literally got a blast from the past on Sunday evening (July 30th) when a classic steam train thundered through the town's railway station. The traditional steam whistle on the 'King Edward 1' Great Western locomotive was blown.
Dave gets on his bike for RNLI
A BURNHAM-On-Sea Coastguard officer is cycling from Street to Poole later this week to raise funds for the RNLI. Dave Ilsley, who is a very well known character about Burnham, will be getting on his bike on Saturday morning (August 5th) to cover the 58 mile route.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea Coastguard officer is cycling from Street to Poole later this week to raise funds for the RNLI. Dave Ilsley, who is a very well known character about Burnham, will be getting on his bike on Saturday morning (August 5th) to cover the 58 mile route.
Stert Swim photos and results
LARGE crowds of spectators lined Burnham-On-Sea's seafront to watch the annual Stert Island Swim on Sunday morning (July 30th). Dozens of intrepid swimmers from all over the South West were participating in the 2,400m swim to Stert Island and back.
LARGE crowds of spectators lined Burnham-On-Sea's seafront to watch the annual Stert Island Swim on Sunday morning (July 30th). Dozens of intrepid swimmers from all over the South West were participating in the 2,400m swim to Stert Island and back.
| Video Curtain Call wows audience
MEMBERS of Burnham-On-Sea theatrical group Curtain Call performed an animal-themed production in front of an appreciative audience in the town's Princess Hall on Saturday night (July 29th). The group's summer production is called 'An Evening of Song and Dance'.
MEMBERS of Burnham-On-Sea theatrical group Curtain Call performed an animal-themed production in front of an appreciative audience in the town's Princess Hall on Saturday night (July 29th). The group's summer production is called 'An Evening of Song and Dance'.
Free clinic to de-stress plants
GARDENERS in the Burnham-On-Sea area who need advice on how to 'de-stress' their plants suffering from 'heat exhaustion' brought on by the recent heatwave can get free tips and guidance from staff at Sanders Garden World. The centre's set up a 'plant clinic'.
GARDENERS in the Burnham-On-Sea area who need advice on how to 'de-stress' their plants suffering from 'heat exhaustion' brought on by the recent heatwave can get free tips and guidance from staff at Sanders Garden World. The centre's set up a 'plant clinic'.
Apex dog walker prosecuted
DOG wardens are stamping down on pet owners who allow their animals to foul community spaces in Burnham-On-Sea. Sedgemoor District Council has this week announced that it has prosecuted a resident for failing to pick up waste left by his pet at Apex Leisure Park in the town.
DOG wardens are stamping down on pet owners who allow their animals to foul community spaces in Burnham-On-Sea. Sedgemoor District Council has this week announced that it has prosecuted a resident for failing to pick up waste left by his pet at Apex Leisure Park in the town.
Farmers market is a success
HUNDREDS of people visited Burnham-On-Sea's popular farmers market on Friday morning (July 28th) when the event was held in the town's High Street. Sixteen stallholders sold a wide variety of fresh produce and crafts in the centre of Burnham, near to Cross Street.
HUNDREDS of people visited Burnham-On-Sea's popular farmers market on Friday morning (July 28th) when the event was held in the town's High Street. Sixteen stallholders sold a wide variety of fresh produce and crafts in the centre of Burnham, near to Cross Street.
Heath fire visible from town
THICK smoke from a heathland fire near Watchet could be seen from as far away as Burnham-On-Sea on Thursday (July 27th). Somerset Fire Service received numerous calls after a heathland fire covering several acres was spotted in the hills near Watchet.
THICK smoke from a heathland fire near Watchet could be seen from as far away as Burnham-On-Sea on Thursday (July 27th). Somerset Fire Service received numerous calls after a heathland fire covering several acres was spotted in the hills near Watchet.
Historic ship passes Burnham
WALKERS along Burnham-On-Sea's Esplanade were treated to a glimpse of an historic 50 year-old ship as it glided past the town on Friday morning (July 28th). The Balmoral was on its annual trip up the River Parrett to Bridgwater to collect people booked on an excursion.
WALKERS along Burnham-On-Sea's Esplanade were treated to a glimpse of an historic 50 year-old ship as it glided past the town on Friday morning (July 28th). The Balmoral was on its annual trip up the River Parrett to Bridgwater to collect people booked on an excursion.
Awards for Gateway members
SCORES of Burnham-On-Sea people who suffer from various disabilities received awards during Burnham and Highbridge Gateway Club's annual presentation night on Thursday (July 27th). The event, which included a barbecue, was held at the BAY Centre in Cassis Close.
SCORES of Burnham-On-Sea people who suffer from various disabilities received awards during Burnham and Highbridge Gateway Club's annual presentation night on Thursday (July 27th). The event, which included a barbecue, was held at the BAY Centre in Cassis Close.
Coast Radio ready for launch
BREAN-based radio station Coast Radio is set to start a second summer of transmissions on Tuesday morning (August 1st). Owner Josh Haywood (pictured) told Burnham-On-Sea.com that the summer-time holiday station would go on air at 8am on 105FM.
BREAN-based radio station Coast Radio is set to start a second summer of transmissions on Tuesday morning (August 1st). Owner Josh Haywood (pictured) told Burnham-On-Sea.com that the summer-time holiday station would go on air at 8am on 105FM.
New wind farms edge closer
SOMERSET County Council has given the go-ahead to investigate plans for new wind turbines to be installed on farms across the county. The council's Executive Board gave the go-ahead to the second phase of its Somerset Wind Energy Initiative on Wednesday (July 25th).
SOMERSET County Council has given the go-ahead to investigate plans for new wind turbines to be installed on farms across the county. The council's Executive Board gave the go-ahead to the second phase of its Somerset Wind Energy Initiative on Wednesday (July 25th).
Woman injured in town crash
A WOMAN was rushed to hospital on Wednesday evening (July 26th) after a rush-hour accident in Burnham-On-Sea. The female driver of a red Fiat Punto collided with a parked van near to the town's Catholic Church on Burnham Road at around 6pm, leaving the the road blocked.
A WOMAN was rushed to hospital on Wednesday evening (July 26th) after a rush-hour accident in Burnham-On-Sea. The female driver of a red Fiat Punto collided with a parked van near to the town's Catholic Church on Burnham Road at around 6pm, leaving the the road blocked.
Call for more parking 'ignored'
TOWN councillors say their calls for more parking space outside a Burnham-On-Sea post office have been 'completely ignored.' Double yellow lines outside the Vicarage Street facility, pictured, are "excessive" and should be scaled back to allow for an extra parking bay.
TOWN councillors say their calls for more parking space outside a Burnham-On-Sea post office have been 'completely ignored.' Double yellow lines outside the Vicarage Street facility, pictured, are "excessive" and should be scaled back to allow for an extra parking bay.
Stert Island Swim this Sunday
A CROWD of up to 3,000 people is expected to line Burnham's seafront to watch the annual Stert Island Swim this Sunday (July 30th). A total of 80 intrepid swimmers from all over the South West will be participating in the 2,400m swim to Stert Island and back.
A CROWD of up to 3,000 people is expected to line Burnham's seafront to watch the annual Stert Island Swim this Sunday (July 30th). A total of 80 intrepid swimmers from all over the South West will be participating in the 2,400m swim to Stert Island and back.
Curtain up for summer show!
MEMBERS of Burnham-On-Sea theatrical group Curtain Call are this week making final preparations for their annual charity production of 'An Evening of Song and Dance', which is to be held at the Princess on Saturday (July 29th). T he show is in aid of Secret World.
MEMBERS of Burnham-On-Sea theatrical group Curtain Call are this week making final preparations for their annual charity production of 'An Evening of Song and Dance', which is to be held at the Princess on Saturday (July 29th). T he show is in aid of Secret World.
Solicitor gives career advice
A HIGHBRIDGE solicitor has been passing on tips and advice to local children about how to pursue a legal career. David Sinclair of Gould and Swayne Solicitors in Highbridge was invited by King Alfred School to give Year 10 students several talks during its careers day.
A HIGHBRIDGE solicitor has been passing on tips and advice to local children about how to pursue a legal career. David Sinclair of Gould and Swayne Solicitors in Highbridge was invited by King Alfred School to give Year 10 students several talks during its careers day.
Wind farm boss fights back
THE man behind plans to build a controversial wind farm between Burnham-On-Sea and Brent Knoll has this week hit back at protesters in a heated row over 11th hour changes to the planning application. We spoke to Dale Vince, MD of Ecotricity, this week.
THE man behind plans to build a controversial wind farm between Burnham-On-Sea and Brent Knoll has this week hit back at protesters in a heated row over 11th hour changes to the planning application. We spoke to Dale Vince, MD of Ecotricity, this week.
Seaside Fun Day announced
BURNHAM-On-Sea will hold its fourth annual Seaside Fun Day on the town's beach on Friday 4th August. Alongside market stalls and games along The Esplanade, there will also be a host of other activities, such as a sandcastle building competition, taking place.
BURNHAM-On-Sea will hold its fourth annual Seaside Fun Day on the town's beach on Friday 4th August. Alongside market stalls and games along The Esplanade, there will also be a host of other activities, such as a sandcastle building competition, taking place.
Farmers' market back in town
MORE than 15 stalls will be set up along Burnham-On-Sea's High Street on Friday (July 28th) when an outdoor farmers' market comes to the town. Stallholders will sell a wide range of fresh produce in the centre of the High Street near Cross Street from 9am.
MORE than 15 stalls will be set up along Burnham-On-Sea's High Street on Friday (July 28th) when an outdoor farmers' market comes to the town. Stallholders will sell a wide range of fresh produce in the centre of the High Street near Cross Street from 9am.
Four-car crash causes choas
A FOUR-car collision closed a major Burnham-On-Sea Road, leaving commuters with a huge traffic snarl-up on Monday morning (July 24th). Police and paramedics rushed to Burnham Road after a car crashed into three others at 8.21am - but incredibly no-one was injured.
A FOUR-car collision closed a major Burnham-On-Sea Road, leaving commuters with a huge traffic snarl-up on Monday morning (July 24th). Police and paramedics rushed to Burnham Road after a car crashed into three others at 8.21am - but incredibly no-one was injured.
Archers take aim at Berrow!
ARCHERY experts from across Somerset gathered in Berrow, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Sunday (July 23rd) to compete in the 20th summer tournament held by the Coastal Archers group. The popular event attracted more than 20 experts to the Red Row Playing Fields.
ARCHERY experts from across Somerset gathered in Berrow, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Sunday (July 23rd) to compete in the 20th summer tournament held by the Coastal Archers group. The popular event attracted more than 20 experts to the Red Row Playing Fields.
11th hour change to wind plan
THE GROUP fighting plans for a wind farm on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea claimed on Sunday (July 23rd) that Ecotricity, the developer behind the scheme, has submitted 11th hour amendments to its planning application, moving the turbines away from the railway line.
THE GROUP fighting plans for a wind farm on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea claimed on Sunday (July 23rd) that Ecotricity, the developer behind the scheme, has submitted 11th hour amendments to its planning application, moving the turbines away from the railway line.
Parched mud dries at Berrow
SIZZLING summer temperatures are taking their toll on the landscape around Burnham, with mud on Berrow beach drying up and creating unusual scenes this week. The parched mudflats at Berrow have dried up in several places and broken into pieces.
SIZZLING summer temperatures are taking their toll on the landscape around Burnham, with mud on Berrow beach drying up and creating unusual scenes this week. The parched mudflats at Berrow have dried up in several places and broken into pieces.
MP attacks coast path plan
WEST Somerset MP Ian Liddell-Grainger has asked for a formal meeting over plans to build a new coastal path around the whole of Britain. The Countryside Agency is proposing that a path be constructed 100 yards inland right around the coastline for access to the foreshore.
WEST Somerset MP Ian Liddell-Grainger has asked for a formal meeting over plans to build a new coastal path around the whole of Britain. The Countryside Agency is proposing that a path be constructed 100 yards inland right around the coastline for access to the foreshore.
More wind farms planned
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP David Heathcoat-Amory has attacked controversial plans by Somerset County Council to build new wind farms at Brean, Edithmead and East Brent. The MP spoke out after the council confirmed it is investigating building new turbines.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP David Heathcoat-Amory has attacked controversial plans by Somerset County Council to build new wind farms at Brean, Edithmead and East Brent. The MP spoke out after the council confirmed it is investigating building new turbines.
Boy injured in Brean crash
A YOUNG boy riding a bicycle was rushed to hospital after a car collided with him at Brean on Saturday night (July 22nd). Police and paramedics rushed to the scene at 6.20pm after it was reported that a car had collided with the lad - believed to be aged 10.
A YOUNG boy riding a bicycle was rushed to hospital after a car collided with him at Brean on Saturday night (July 22nd). Police and paramedics rushed to the scene at 6.20pm after it was reported that a car had collided with the lad - believed to be aged 10.
Morris dancers delight crowds
A LIVELY mixture of music, movement and colour swept onto Burnham's seafront on Saturday (July 22nd) when 70 morris dancers performed in front of large crowds. The onlookers cheered as the dancers performed a range of traditional routines in full costumes.
A LIVELY mixture of music, movement and colour swept onto Burnham's seafront on Saturday (July 22nd) when 70 morris dancers performed in front of large crowds. The onlookers cheered as the dancers performed a range of traditional routines in full costumes.
Lifeguards' broken glass plea
BURNHAM-On-Sea lifeguards are appealing to people who take bottles of drink onto the town's beach and sea wall steps to remove their empty bottles afterwards following several accidents in which children have cut themselves on broken glass this week.
BURNHAM-On-Sea lifeguards are appealing to people who take bottles of drink onto the town's beach and sea wall steps to remove their empty bottles afterwards following several accidents in which children have cut themselves on broken glass this week.
Berrow hosts 'Discovery Day'
WILDLIFE enthusiasts are to hold a 'Dunes Discovery Day' at Berrow Nature Reserve next weekend to help raise awareness of the importance of the land. A range of activities will take place on July 29th from 2-5pm such as pond dipping and plant hunting.
WILDLIFE enthusiasts are to hold a 'Dunes Discovery Day' at Berrow Nature Reserve next weekend to help raise awareness of the importance of the land. A range of activities will take place on July 29th from 2-5pm such as pond dipping and plant hunting.
Town motorist hailed a hero
BURNHAM-On-Sea motorist Greg Facey is being hailed a hero after running after and capturing the driver of a car who had injured him in an accident and allegedly tried to run away. Greg, 25, was taken to Weston General Hospital on Thursday evening (July 20th).
BURNHAM-On-Sea motorist Greg Facey is being hailed a hero after running after and capturing the driver of a car who had injured him in an accident and allegedly tried to run away. Greg, 25, was taken to Weston General Hospital on Thursday evening (July 20th).
Burks: 'Let's work together'
THE boss of Sanders Garden World, Peter Burks, told traders in Burnham-On-Sea this week that he wanted to work with them to build prosperity in the town. He was speaking to more than 40 traders at the town's Chamber of Trade meeting in the Ritz Social Club.
THE boss of Sanders Garden World, Peter Burks, told traders in Burnham-On-Sea this week that he wanted to work with them to build prosperity in the town. He was speaking to more than 40 traders at the town's Chamber of Trade meeting in the Ritz Social Club.
Pig race is runaway success!
CROWDS of onlookers turned out to watch Brean Leisure Park's first pig racing and donkey derby of the summer season this week. Tuesday's event raised money for local good causes and is the traditional curtain-raiser to several weeks of summer events at the park.
CROWDS of onlookers turned out to watch Brean Leisure Park's first pig racing and donkey derby of the summer season this week. Tuesday's event raised money for local good causes and is the traditional curtain-raiser to several weeks of summer events at the park.
Petrol prices rise over £1/litre
PETROL prices in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge have increased this week as tensions in the Middle East rise have sent oil prices spiralling. The cost of oil has been going up steadily in recent few weeks as the situation in Iraq and the Middle East deteriorates.
PETROL prices in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge have increased this week as tensions in the Middle East rise have sent oil prices spiralling. The cost of oil has been going up steadily in recent few weeks as the situation in Iraq and the Middle East deteriorates.
Factory fire disrupts M5 traffic
VEHICLES on the M5 motorway at Burnham-On-Sea were reduced to crawling speed at 6pm on Wednesday evening (July 19th) after thick smoke from a factory fire spread across both carriageways. Fire crews rushed to a factory along the A38 to tackle a blaze.
VEHICLES on the M5 motorway at Burnham-On-Sea were reduced to crawling speed at 6pm on Wednesday evening (July 19th) after thick smoke from a factory fire spread across both carriageways. Fire crews rushed to a factory along the A38 to tackle a blaze.
Mopeds used to tackle crime
POLICE officers in Burnham-On-sea and Highbridge are getting on their bikes to tackle crime with the introduction of two new mopeds. The vehicles have been introduced in the towns to help officers patrol the streets more effectively than with motorbikes.
POLICE officers in Burnham-On-sea and Highbridge are getting on their bikes to tackle crime with the introduction of two new mopeds. The vehicles have been introduced in the towns to help officers patrol the streets more effectively than with motorbikes.
Berrow caravan fire put out
BURNHAM fire crews rushed to Unity Farm at Berrow late on Tuesday night (July 18th) after nearby residents dialled 999 after reporting that a caravan had 'blown up'. Two fire engines from Burnham attended the scene and found one caravan well alight.
BURNHAM fire crews rushed to Unity Farm at Berrow late on Tuesday night (July 18th) after nearby residents dialled 999 after reporting that a caravan had 'blown up'. Two fire engines from Burnham attended the scene and found one caravan well alight.
Free operatic concert in town
A FREE operatic music concert is set to take place at a Burnham-On-Sea garden centre during August. Professional operatic tenor singer and songwriter Tim Pitman, 36, from Radstock will be performing at Sanders Garden World on August 23rd from 2pm-4pm.
A FREE operatic music concert is set to take place at a Burnham-On-Sea garden centre during August. Professional operatic tenor singer and songwriter Tim Pitman, 36, from Radstock will be performing at Sanders Garden World on August 23rd from 2pm-4pm.
Call for horticultural entries
GARDENERS, growers, handicraft hobbyists, cooks and amateur photographers alike are being invited to take part in Burnham-On-Sea & District Horticultural Society’s 39th annual show which is set to take place in August. The event will be held on August 12th and 13th.
GARDENERS, growers, handicraft hobbyists, cooks and amateur photographers alike are being invited to take part in Burnham-On-Sea & District Horticultural Society’s 39th annual show which is set to take place in August. The event will be held on August 12th and 13th.
No hosepipe ban for town
THE chance of a hosepipe ban being introduced in Burnham-On-Sea is still very low despite this week's soaring temperatures, Bristol Water said on Monday (July 17th). The company told Burnham-On-Sea.com that reservoir levels in the area are 91% full.
THE chance of a hosepipe ban being introduced in Burnham-On-Sea is still very low despite this week's soaring temperatures, Bristol Water said on Monday (July 17th). The company told Burnham-On-Sea.com that reservoir levels in the area are 91% full.
Rotary Club opens book shop
BURNHAM-On-Sea book lovers will be in for a feast at the end of the month when the town's Rotary Club opens its annual charity book shop for two weeks from July 24th until August 6th inclusive. The popular summer-time shop has been running for over 30 years.
BURNHAM-On-Sea book lovers will be in for a feast at the end of the month when the town's Rotary Club opens its annual charity book shop for two weeks from July 24th until August 6th inclusive. The popular summer-time shop has been running for over 30 years.
Picnic In The Park is a sizzler
SIZZLING hot sunshine, cooling ice creams and superb music drew large crowds to Burnham-On-Sea's Manor Gardens on Sunday afternoon (July 16th) for the annual Picnic In the Park. Dozens of families gathered in the town's Manor Gardens for the annual event.
SIZZLING hot sunshine, cooling ice creams and superb music drew large crowds to Burnham-On-Sea's Manor Gardens on Sunday afternoon (July 16th) for the annual Picnic In the Park. Dozens of families gathered in the town's Manor Gardens for the annual event.
Boy injured in sea wall fall
A BOY was rushed to hospital with head injuries after a freak accident on the steps of Burnham's sea wall on Sunday afternoon (July 16th). The 12-year-old from Bridgwater slipped on some seaweed and fell backwards onto the concrete, injuring his head.
A BOY was rushed to hospital with head injuries after a freak accident on the steps of Burnham's sea wall on Sunday afternoon (July 16th). The 12-year-old from Bridgwater slipped on some seaweed and fell backwards onto the concrete, injuring his head.
In pictures: Summer Moon '06
HUNDREDS of music lovers flocked to Burnham-On-Sea's Under A Summer Moon concert on Saturday night (July 15th). The popular well-supported event, held at the town's BASC Ground, included live music from The Cavern Beatles, Ginger Hitlas and My Generation.
HUNDREDS of music lovers flocked to Burnham-On-Sea's Under A Summer Moon concert on Saturday night (July 15th). The popular well-supported event, held at the town's BASC Ground, included live music from The Cavern Beatles, Ginger Hitlas and My Generation.
