MP slams council over seafront plan
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP has hit out at Somerset County Council for refusing to provide traffic-calming measures along the town's seafront. David Heathcoat-Amory criticised the County Highways boss Tony Shire for not giving any cash to tackle the problem.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP has hit out at Somerset County Council for refusing to provide traffic-calming measures along the town's seafront. David Heathcoat-Amory criticised the County Highways boss Tony Shire for not giving any cash to tackle the problem.
New tourism Web site launches
A NEW-look tourism Web site promoting Burnham-On-Sea and Sedgemoor has been launched this week by a local tourism group. Sedgemoor Tourism Association has revamped its web site with a fresh new look in time for the start of the busy summer tourist season.
A NEW-look tourism Web site promoting Burnham-On-Sea and Sedgemoor has been launched this week by a local tourism group. Sedgemoor Tourism Association has revamped its web site with a fresh new look in time for the start of the busy summer tourist season.
High Street market for town
AN OUTDOOR market selling fresh farm produce WILL be held on Burnham-On-Sea's High Street after all. Town Centre Manager Anne-Marie Spalding (pictured) told Burnham-On-Sea.com on Thursday (May 18th) that a deal had been struck with stallholders to allow the market to be held over the summer.
AN OUTDOOR market selling fresh farm produce WILL be held on Burnham-On-Sea's High Street after all. Town Centre Manager Anne-Marie Spalding (pictured) told Burnham-On-Sea.com on Thursday (May 18th) that a deal had been struck with stallholders to allow the market to be held over the summer.
Pro-wind farm group hits back
BURNHAM's pro-wind farm group, FORCE (Families For Clean Energy), has hit out at town planners' decision to object to the plans to build a wind farm on the outskirts of the town. Spokeswoman Colette Winfield said: "We clearly regret the decision of the council not to back the plans."
BURNHAM's pro-wind farm group, FORCE (Families For Clean Energy), has hit out at town planners' decision to object to the plans to build a wind farm on the outskirts of the town. Spokeswoman Colette Winfield said: "We clearly regret the decision of the council not to back the plans."
Mast move gets thumbs down
PLANS for a phone mast in Burnham-On-Sea to be moved onto the town's seafront have been turned down by town planners this week. Burnham's planning committee discussed the matter on Tuesday evening (May 16th) and suggested the 15 metre-high be sited elsewhere.
PLANS for a phone mast in Burnham-On-Sea to be moved onto the town's seafront have been turned down by town planners this week. Burnham's planning committee discussed the matter on Tuesday evening (May 16th) and suggested the 15 metre-high be sited elsewhere.
Town planners back protesters
DELIGHTED protesters fighting a proposed wind farm on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea celebrated with loud cheers on Tuesday (May 16th) after Burnham's Planning Committee voted to "strongly object" against the scheme. Earlier, Brent Knoll Parish Council made a similar decision.
DELIGHTED protesters fighting a proposed wind farm on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea celebrated with loud cheers on Tuesday (May 16th) after Burnham's Planning Committee voted to "strongly object" against the scheme. Earlier, Brent Knoll Parish Council made a similar decision.
Man jailed after mugging
A HIGHBRIDGE man who mugged an 85-year-old woman, leaving her too scared to leave her own home, has been given a three year prison sentence. Taunton Crown Court heard this week how Mark Parsons, 41, of Apex Drive, broke the lady's wrist when he snatched her bag.
A HIGHBRIDGE man who mugged an 85-year-old woman, leaving her too scared to leave her own home, has been given a three year prison sentence. Taunton Crown Court heard this week how Mark Parsons, 41, of Apex Drive, broke the lady's wrist when he snatched her bag.
Bird halts traffic on walkabout!
COULD this bird hold the answer to stamping out the problem of speeding vehicles in Burnham-On-Sea? Traffic ground to a halt along Burnham Road on Monday lunchtime (May 15th) when the swan went on a walkabout, dodging in between vehicles, forcing them to slow down.
COULD this bird hold the answer to stamping out the problem of speeding vehicles in Burnham-On-Sea? Traffic ground to a halt along Burnham Road on Monday lunchtime (May 15th) when the swan went on a walkabout, dodging in between vehicles, forcing them to slow down.
Round Table charity cash boost
GROUPS and charities in Burnham and Highbridge this week received a cash injection from the town's Round Table. Burnham-On-Sea Round Table Chairman Steve Bird handed out several cheques to the local groups following a series of fundraising events during the past year.
GROUPS and charities in Burnham and Highbridge this week received a cash injection from the town's Round Table. Burnham-On-Sea Round Table Chairman Steve Bird handed out several cheques to the local groups following a series of fundraising events during the past year.
All hands to the buckets!
PASSERS-by came to the aid of a Burnham speedboat owner when his craft got into difficulties on the town's slipway on Monday evening (May 15th). The fast-incoming tide and gusty winds caught out owner Dan Prentice, leaving his boat to quickly fill with water, and leaving him to struggle.
PASSERS-by came to the aid of a Burnham speedboat owner when his craft got into difficulties on the town's slipway on Monday evening (May 15th). The fast-incoming tide and gusty winds caught out owner Dan Prentice, leaving his boat to quickly fill with water, and leaving him to struggle.
O2 mast move to be debated
PLANS for a controversial phone mast in Burnham-On-Sea to be moved onto the town's seafront are to be debated by town planners this week. O2 has submitted a pre-planning enquiry asking to move the mast on Marine Drive (pictured) to the Marine Rescue Centre on the town's seafront.
PLANS for a controversial phone mast in Burnham-On-Sea to be moved onto the town's seafront are to be debated by town planners this week. O2 has submitted a pre-planning enquiry asking to move the mast on Marine Drive (pictured) to the Marine Rescue Centre on the town's seafront.
Love Lane crash delays traffic
MOTORISTS faced delays going out of Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday afternoon after a collision between two vehicles in Love Lane. One person was treated for minor head injuries following the accident, which occurred opposite the Hungry Horse public house at around 3.30pm.
MOTORISTS faced delays going out of Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday afternoon after a collision between two vehicles in Love Lane. One person was treated for minor head injuries following the accident, which occurred opposite the Hungry Horse public house at around 3.30pm.
New anti-social drinking signs
NEW signs warning anti-social drinkers that their alcohol may be seized by police have this week been introduced along Burnham-On-Sea's seafront. The new signs have been put up as part of a brand new co-ordinated police crackdown on anti-social drinking across the town.
NEW signs warning anti-social drinkers that their alcohol may be seized by police have this week been introduced along Burnham-On-Sea's seafront. The new signs have been put up as part of a brand new co-ordinated police crackdown on anti-social drinking across the town.
Oops! Lady gets stuck in loo
BURNHAM fire-fighters dealt with one of their most unusual incidents of the year on Saturday evening (May 13th) when a holidaymaker became trapped inside a public toilet block. Red-faced Isobel Thomas was trapped in the ladies loos for almost an hour after being accidentally locked inside.
BURNHAM fire-fighters dealt with one of their most unusual incidents of the year on Saturday evening (May 13th) when a holidaymaker became trapped inside a public toilet block. Red-faced Isobel Thomas was trapped in the ladies loos for almost an hour after being accidentally locked inside.
MP joins post office campaign
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP, David Heathcoat-Amory, has added his signature to a 1,000 name petition demanding that the Government drops controversial plans to axe Post Office Card Accounts by 2010. The MP says the plans could threaten the future of post offices.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's MP, David Heathcoat-Amory, has added his signature to a 1,000 name petition demanding that the Government drops controversial plans to axe Post Office Card Accounts by 2010. The MP says the plans could threaten the future of post offices.
Berrow author's book on sale
A WALK along the beach at Berrow, near Burnham-On-Sea, has provided the inspiration for an adventure story that has just gone on sale worldwide. Local author Linda Bond was wandering along the sand when she began wondering about the creatures under the waves.
A WALK along the beach at Berrow, near Burnham-On-Sea, has provided the inspiration for an adventure story that has just gone on sale worldwide. Local author Linda Bond was wandering along the sand when she began wondering about the creatures under the waves.
Skaters propose park changes
MORE than 20 skateboarders flocked to a meeting of Burnham-On-Sea's Youth Town Council on Thursday evening (May 11th) to discuss how to improve the town's skating facilities. It followed complaints from several seafront residents regarding noise from skaters.
MORE than 20 skateboarders flocked to a meeting of Burnham-On-Sea's Youth Town Council on Thursday evening (May 11th) to discuss how to improve the town's skating facilities. It followed complaints from several seafront residents regarding noise from skaters.
Wind farm tourism row brews
A ROW has broken out between protestors fighting the proposed wind farm at Burnham-On-Sea and the company that plans to build the farm regarding the impact the scheme would have on tourism. KNOll to Windfarm this week raised the issue of the 'risk' to the local tourist industry.
A ROW has broken out between protestors fighting the proposed wind farm at Burnham-On-Sea and the company that plans to build the farm regarding the impact the scheme would have on tourism. KNOll to Windfarm this week raised the issue of the 'risk' to the local tourist industry.
We're short-listed for award!
BURNHAM-On-Sea.com has been recognised as one of the region's top Web sites by being short-listed for 'Web Site of The Year' in the annual South West Media Awards. The awards recognise the very best of the West Country's newspapers, Websites and journalists.
BURNHAM-On-Sea.com has been recognised as one of the region's top Web sites by being short-listed for 'Web Site of The Year' in the annual South West Media Awards. The awards recognise the very best of the West Country's newspapers, Websites and journalists.
Driver injured in M5 accident
POLICE, fire-fighters and paramedics were called to a two-car accident on the M5 motorway near Burnham-On-Sea on Wednesday morning. Two vehicles collided in a crash on the northbound carriageway between junction 22 at Burnham and junction 21 at Weston.
POLICE, fire-fighters and paramedics were called to a two-car accident on the M5 motorway near Burnham-On-Sea on Wednesday morning. Two vehicles collided in a crash on the northbound carriageway between junction 22 at Burnham and junction 21 at Weston.
Carnival is safe - it's official
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Carnival Commitee confirmed on Wednesday night (May 10th) that the popular annual winter event WILL go ahead this year following a deluge of support from residents in the town. Carnival Chairman Mike Young said: "It's fantastic news."
BURNHAM-On-Sea's Carnival Commitee confirmed on Wednesday night (May 10th) that the popular annual winter event WILL go ahead this year following a deluge of support from residents in the town. Carnival Chairman Mike Young said: "It's fantastic news."
Electric storm wows onlookers
A POWERFUL electrical storm rumbled and crackled over Burnham-On-Sea on Wednesday night (May 10th), giving walkers along the town's seafront an impressive light show. We took several photos of the storm as its mixture of fork and sheet lightning passed over.
A POWERFUL electrical storm rumbled and crackled over Burnham-On-Sea on Wednesday night (May 10th), giving walkers along the town's seafront an impressive light show. We took several photos of the storm as its mixture of fork and sheet lightning passed over.
No cash for seafront speed plan
HOPES of a cash injection to install traffic calming measures along Burnham-On-Sea's seafront have been a dealt a blow by the County Council - prompting a backlash from town councillors. In a bid to crackdown on 'boy racers', councillors had asked for cash help.
HOPES of a cash injection to install traffic calming measures along Burnham-On-Sea's seafront have been a dealt a blow by the County Council - prompting a backlash from town councillors. In a bid to crackdown on 'boy racers', councillors had asked for cash help.
Berrow homes win approval
PLANS to build several new homes on a patch of derelict land at Berrow, near Burnham-On-Sea, have this week been given the go-ahead by district planners. The proposal to develop a patch of land bordering Naish Road was given the go-ahead on Tuesday afternoon, May 9th.
PLANS to build several new homes on a patch of derelict land at Berrow, near Burnham-On-Sea, have this week been given the go-ahead by district planners. The proposal to develop a patch of land bordering Naish Road was given the go-ahead on Tuesday afternoon, May 9th.
Tesco enquiry opens in town
THE controversial public inquiry into Tesco's plans to increase the size of its Burnham-On-Sea store opened in the town on Tuesday (May 9th). Around 40 people packed into the Princess Hall as the official inquiry began into the Love Lane store's plans to expand.
THE controversial public inquiry into Tesco's plans to increase the size of its Burnham-On-Sea store opened in the town on Tuesday (May 9th). Around 40 people packed into the Princess Hall as the official inquiry began into the Love Lane store's plans to expand.
Top jockeys in area for golf day
SOME of the UK's top national hunt jockeys together with West Country professional golfers and showbusiness celebrities will be playing in the 2006 Tom Childs memorial celebrity pro-am at Brean Leisure Park, near Burnham-On-Sea. The event is on May 16th.
SOME of the UK's top national hunt jockeys together with West Country professional golfers and showbusiness celebrities will be playing in the 2006 Tom Childs memorial celebrity pro-am at Brean Leisure Park, near Burnham-On-Sea. The event is on May 16th.
John Cleese backs protestors
ACTOR John Cleese has this week given his backing to the protestors fighting a wind farm on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea. The actor's mother used to live at Brent Knoll, close to where the wind turbines are planned, and he sent through his support to the action group.
ACTOR John Cleese has this week given his backing to the protestors fighting a wind farm on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea. The actor's mother used to live at Brent Knoll, close to where the wind turbines are planned, and he sent through his support to the action group.
Eric is re-elected town Mayor
POPULAR Burnham-On-Sea Mayor Eric Gill was re-elected to the post for a second year this week when councillors picked their officials for 2006/2007. Cllr Gill said he and Mayoress Gilli Kenyon-Gill were "honoured and delighted" to be re-elected for a second year and are looking forward to a busy period in office.
POPULAR Burnham-On-Sea Mayor Eric Gill was re-elected to the post for a second year this week when councillors picked their officials for 2006/2007. Cllr Gill said he and Mayoress Gilli Kenyon-Gill were "honoured and delighted" to be re-elected for a second year and are looking forward to a busy period in office.
Wind farm 'threatens tourism'
PROTESTORS fighting plans for a wind farm between Burnham-On-Sea and Brent Knoll this week claimed the local tourism industry would be put at "significant risk" if the scheme gets the go-ahead. The claim came during the latest spat in a long-running war-of-words.
PROTESTORS fighting plans for a wind farm between Burnham-On-Sea and Brent Knoll this week claimed the local tourism industry would be put at "significant risk" if the scheme gets the go-ahead. The claim came during the latest spat in a long-running war-of-words.
Council fury over Tesco 'deceit'
ANGRY Burnham-On-Sea town councillors lashed out at Tesco on Monday night (May 8th) after it emerged that the supermarket intends to spend £260,000 on launching a new bus service for shoppers instead of completing the Frank Foley Parkway, as previously promised.
ANGRY Burnham-On-Sea town councillors lashed out at Tesco on Monday night (May 8th) after it emerged that the supermarket intends to spend £260,000 on launching a new bus service for shoppers instead of completing the Frank Foley Parkway, as previously promised.
£1.2m boost for Brean fun park
BREAN Leisure Park has spent more than £1.2million pounds on new rides for the 2006 summer season and is about to start a brand new TV advertising campaign. Bosses are embarking on a major marketing blitz ahead of the start of the busy holiday period when tens of thousands of people flock to the area.
BREAN Leisure Park has spent more than £1.2million pounds on new rides for the 2006 summer season and is about to start a brand new TV advertising campaign. Bosses are embarking on a major marketing blitz ahead of the start of the busy holiday period when tens of thousands of people flock to the area.
Appeal after handbag snatch
POLICE are appealing for information after a woman had her handbag stolen from a supermarket car park in Burnham-On-Sea. At about 2.30pm on Friday (May 5th) the elderly lady was unloading her trolley in Somerfields car par in South Esplanade when the incident occurred. Police want anyone with info to get in touch.
POLICE are appealing for information after a woman had her handbag stolen from a supermarket car park in Burnham-On-Sea. At about 2.30pm on Friday (May 5th) the elderly lady was unloading her trolley in Somerfields car par in South Esplanade when the incident occurred. Police want anyone with info to get in touch.
New speed sign for Burnham
CONCERN about the speed of vehicles using Marine Drive in Burnham-On-Sea has led to a new mobile speed warning sign being introduced. Somerset County Council says it will provide the sign - similar to the one pictured here - for Burnham later in the summer. Councillors debated where the sign should be based.
CONCERN about the speed of vehicles using Marine Drive in Burnham-On-Sea has led to a new mobile speed warning sign being introduced. Somerset County Council says it will provide the sign - similar to the one pictured here - for Burnham later in the summer. Councillors debated where the sign should be based.
Big eels reeled in by anglers
BUMPER-sized eels were caught in the waters off Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday (May 7th) when the town's Boat Owners Sea Angling Association staged its annual Tony Holly Trophy competition. Around 30 anglers took to the waters of Bridgwater Bay in 15 boats for the popular event.
BUMPER-sized eels were caught in the waters off Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday (May 7th) when the town's Boat Owners Sea Angling Association staged its annual Tony Holly Trophy competition. Around 30 anglers took to the waters of Bridgwater Bay in 15 boats for the popular event.
Dr Who stars coming to Brean
FANS of the BBC's original Doctor Who TV series will be able to meet stars from the show and learn more about what happened behind the scenes when a special event is held at Brean, near Burnham-On-Sea, during June. The Doctor Who Weekend will be held on June 2nd and 3rd at Brean Lesiure Park.
FANS of the BBC's original Doctor Who TV series will be able to meet stars from the show and learn more about what happened behind the scenes when a special event is held at Brean, near Burnham-On-Sea, during June. The Doctor Who Weekend will be held on June 2nd and 3rd at Brean Lesiure Park.
Barrage plan given DTI boost
PLANS to build a barrage between Brean Down, near Burnham-On-Sea, and Wales have been given a boost after a successful government meeting. Project Director Gareth Woodham told Burnham-On-Sea.com on Saturday May 6th that "constructive" talks had been held.
PLANS to build a barrage between Brean Down, near Burnham-On-Sea, and Wales have been given a boost after a successful government meeting. Project Director Gareth Woodham told Burnham-On-Sea.com on Saturday May 6th that "constructive" talks had been held.
Tim Henman helps town school
SPORTS stars including tennis ace Tim Henman and rugby legend Jason Leonard are helping boost a Burnham-On-Sea school's international hopes. Leonard, who played for England in four World Cups, is guest speaker at a rugby dinner to raise funds at King Alfred School.
SPORTS stars including tennis ace Tim Henman and rugby legend Jason Leonard are helping boost a Burnham-On-Sea school's international hopes. Leonard, who played for England in four World Cups, is guest speaker at a rugby dinner to raise funds at King Alfred School.
Farmers Market move to Sanders
BURNHAM-On-Sea's monthly farmers markets look set to be axed and held at Sanders Garden World instead, we can reveal. Just a couple of months after the farmers markets in Highbridge were scrapped, a similar fate is now hanging over Burnham's event. Organisers say there is "no long-term enthusiasm for it."
BURNHAM-On-Sea's monthly farmers markets look set to be axed and held at Sanders Garden World instead, we can reveal. Just a couple of months after the farmers markets in Highbridge were scrapped, a similar fate is now hanging over Burnham's event. Organisers say there is "no long-term enthusiasm for it."
Crash damages sub-station
A MOTORIST was rushed to hospital after a car accident resulted in the wall around an electricity sub-station being demolished on Wednesday evening (May 3rd). Burnham-On-Sea fire-fighters, police and paramedics rushed to the scene at Marine Drive, opposite Apex Park, just after 8pm.
A MOTORIST was rushed to hospital after a car accident resulted in the wall around an electricity sub-station being demolished on Wednesday evening (May 3rd). Burnham-On-Sea fire-fighters, police and paramedics rushed to the scene at Marine Drive, opposite Apex Park, just after 8pm.
Burnham removed from signs
TOWN councillors this week hit out at vandals who have deliberately painted over the words 'Burnham-On-Sea' on roadside signs leading into the town. Four signs leading into the area have been daubed with white paint in recent days, angering councillors, who have decided to leave them as they are for the time being.
TOWN councillors this week hit out at vandals who have deliberately painted over the words 'Burnham-On-Sea' on roadside signs leading into the town. Four signs leading into the area have been daubed with white paint in recent days, angering councillors, who have decided to leave them as they are for the time being.
150 supporters pack into Carnival meeting
BURNHAM-On-Sea Carnival looks to have been saved after more than 150 people crammed into the town's Ritz Club on Wednesday May 3rd to offer their help. Carnival chairman Mike Young addressed the crowd of supporters and vowed: "The carnival in Burnham will not die."
BURNHAM-On-Sea Carnival looks to have been saved after more than 150 people crammed into the town's Ritz Club on Wednesday May 3rd to offer their help. Carnival chairman Mike Young addressed the crowd of supporters and vowed: "The carnival in Burnham will not die."
Council reviews town toilets
BURNHAM-On-Sea looks set to gain one set of public toilets and lose another as part of a district council review of public conveniences in the town. Burnham-On-Sea.com revealed in February that the review was underway amid fears that facilities were threatened.
BURNHAM-On-Sea looks set to gain one set of public toilets and lose another as part of a district council review of public conveniences in the town. Burnham-On-Sea.com revealed in February that the review was underway amid fears that facilities were threatened.
Debbie's Peru trek raises £2.5k
A BURNHAM-On-Sea walking enthusiast has raised more than £2,500 for charity by trekking across the mountain tops of Peru. Debbie Miller, pictured, returned home on Sunday night and told Burnham-On-Sea.com about her experience on the trek, which she did with 15 other walkers from the UK.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea walking enthusiast has raised more than £2,500 for charity by trekking across the mountain tops of Peru. Debbie Miller, pictured, returned home on Sunday night and told Burnham-On-Sea.com about her experience on the trek, which she did with 15 other walkers from the UK.
Anger over poster vandals
ANGRY protestors fighting plans to build a wind farm between Brent Knoll and Burnham-On-Sea say their rights to free speech are being attacked by vandals who have pulled down scores of their posters in recent days. They say a "significant" number have been pulled down in recent days.
ANGRY protestors fighting plans to build a wind farm between Brent Knoll and Burnham-On-Sea say their rights to free speech are being attacked by vandals who have pulled down scores of their posters in recent days. They say a "significant" number have been pulled down in recent days.
CCTV bid to tighten up safety
CCTV cameras are to be introduced at Highbridge's Household Waste Recycling Centre in June in a bid by the County Council to make it safer and securer. The cameras are to be introduced during the week commencing 5th June and will monitor traffic movements of users at the site.
CCTV cameras are to be introduced at Highbridge's Household Waste Recycling Centre in June in a bid by the County Council to make it safer and securer. The cameras are to be introduced during the week commencing 5th June and will monitor traffic movements of users at the site.
Man arrested after car crash
ONE person has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a car crash in Burnham-On-Sea early on Monday (May 1st). A white Ford Fiesta, with three people inside, ploughed into a street lighting column on the Tesco roundabout at Love Lane just after 6.40am.
ONE person has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a car crash in Burnham-On-Sea early on Monday (May 1st). A white Ford Fiesta, with three people inside, ploughed into a street lighting column on the Tesco roundabout at Love Lane just after 6.40am.
Carnival D-day approaches
THE future of Burnham-On-Sea's carnival looks set to be decided this week when organisers hold an open meeting on Wednesday (May 3rd) to discuss whether they have enough volunteers to man the popular event. If more volunteers are not found, the event is in jeopardy.
THE future of Burnham-On-Sea's carnival looks set to be decided this week when organisers hold an open meeting on Wednesday (May 3rd) to discuss whether they have enough volunteers to man the popular event. If more volunteers are not found, the event is in jeopardy.
BMX bikers fly into Burnham
HUNDREDS of BMX bikers and enthusiasts flocked to Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday for the opening round of the UK's national championships. More than 450 riders competed in the popular event at the town's BMX track in Apex Park. We have a full photo round-up of the event.
HUNDREDS of BMX bikers and enthusiasts flocked to Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday for the opening round of the UK's national championships. More than 450 riders competed in the popular event at the town's BMX track in Apex Park. We have a full photo round-up of the event.
Sea water quality to be tested
BATHING water in Burnham-On-Sea will come under scrutiny this week when the Environment Agency starts its annual programme of rigorous quality testing. Between May and September, 20 samples are taken from each of the 191 EU bathing waters. On Tuesday, it's the turn of Burnham and Brean.
BATHING water in Burnham-On-Sea will come under scrutiny this week when the Environment Agency starts its annual programme of rigorous quality testing. Between May and September, 20 samples are taken from each of the 191 EU bathing waters. On Tuesday, it's the turn of Burnham and Brean.
Fishing boat stranded in mud
A FISHING boat became the latest victim of Burnham-On-Sea's treacherous mud and soft sand on Saturday afternoon (April 29th) after it became stranded at the end of the town's jetty. Boat owner Gerald Smith said he misjudged the tide and got stuck in the mud next to the jetty.
A FISHING boat became the latest victim of Burnham-On-Sea's treacherous mud and soft sand on Saturday afternoon (April 29th) after it became stranded at the end of the town's jetty. Boat owner Gerald Smith said he misjudged the tide and got stuck in the mud next to the jetty.
