New river path officially opens
MUCH to the delight of local cyclists and walkers, a new river path which links Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge was officially opened this week. The Brue Estuary Path - which has cost £155,000 to complete - was officially opened in a ceremony on Tuesday morning, April 4th.
MUCH to the delight of local cyclists and walkers, a new river path which links Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge was officially opened this week. The Brue Estuary Path - which has cost £155,000 to complete - was officially opened in a ceremony on Tuesday morning, April 4th.
£390k lotto win for town family
MEMBERS of a National Lottery syndicate from Burnham-On-Sea are planning their futures after scooping nearly £400,000 on a jackpot win. The five-strong family syndicate run Poples Domestic Appliance Repair Services in Abingdon Street and have been celebrating their win.
MEMBERS of a National Lottery syndicate from Burnham-On-Sea are planning their futures after scooping nearly £400,000 on a jackpot win. The five-strong family syndicate run Poples Domestic Appliance Repair Services in Abingdon Street and have been celebrating their win.
Gypsy site gets planners' nod
SEDGEMOOR District Council's Planning Committee has given planning permission to two gypsy families living on a controversial site at Rooksbridge, near Burnham-On-Sea. After a long-running debate, the committee voted on Tuesday April 4th to give the green light.
SEDGEMOOR District Council's Planning Committee has given planning permission to two gypsy families living on a controversial site at Rooksbridge, near Burnham-On-Sea. After a long-running debate, the committee voted on Tuesday April 4th to give the green light.
Seafront move for phone mast?
PLANS to move a phone mast in Burnham-On-Sea onto the town's seafront were unveiled this week. O2 is under pressure to move the mast on Marine Drive, pictured, to a new location, and has submitted a pre-planning enquiry asking to move it to the Marine Rescue Centre.
PLANS to move a phone mast in Burnham-On-Sea onto the town's seafront were unveiled this week. O2 is under pressure to move the mast on Marine Drive, pictured, to a new location, and has submitted a pre-planning enquiry asking to move it to the Marine Rescue Centre.
Armed robbers strike petrol station
BURNHAM-On-Sea police issued an appeal for information on Monday after an armed robbery in the town. The incident happened at about 9.10pm on Thursday, March 30th at a service station in Burnham Road. The man entered threatened staff with a Stanley knife.
BURNHAM-On-Sea police issued an appeal for information on Monday after an armed robbery in the town. The incident happened at about 9.10pm on Thursday, March 30th at a service station in Burnham Road. The man entered threatened staff with a Stanley knife.
Fresh blow for Rebels team
BURNHAM-On-Sea's speedway team, the Somerset Rebels, has suffered a new injury blow after rider Jamie Smith sustained a broken leg as a result of an unfortunate accident during a match at King's Lynn. While completing a celebration lap, he was unaware that the tractor had taken to the track.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's speedway team, the Somerset Rebels, has suffered a new injury blow after rider Jamie Smith sustained a broken leg as a result of an unfortunate accident during a match at King's Lynn. While completing a celebration lap, he was unaware that the tractor had taken to the track.
EU safety threat to lighthouse
BURNHAM-On-Sea's lighthouse may have to be painted vibrant orange because it poses a "danger to shipping," EU safety bosses said this week. A delegation of EU officials visited the town in March as part of a month-long tour of coastal resorts in the South West.
BURNHAM-On-Sea's lighthouse may have to be painted vibrant orange because it poses a "danger to shipping," EU safety bosses said this week. A delegation of EU officials visited the town in March as part of a month-long tour of coastal resorts in the South West.
Seafront parking 'shambles'
MOTORISTS in Burnham-On-Sea were left scratching their heads on Saturday when summer parking charges came into force along the town's seafront, but few parking payment machines were able to print tickets! Four of the seafront machines were out of action.
MOTORISTS in Burnham-On-Sea were left scratching their heads on Saturday when summer parking charges came into force along the town's seafront, but few parking payment machines were able to print tickets! Four of the seafront machines were out of action.
New gift shop opens its doors
A BRAND new shop selling a wide variety of gifts, from candles to cards and mirrors, opened in Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday. Gift Gallery in Cross Street run by Sue Childs, pictured, opened its doors for the first time and is open seven days a week, all year round.
A BRAND new shop selling a wide variety of gifts, from candles to cards and mirrors, opened in Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday. Gift Gallery in Cross Street run by Sue Childs, pictured, opened its doors for the first time and is open seven days a week, all year round.
Wind farm 'invalid' - planners
CONTROVERSIAL plans for a wind farm on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea have been deemed "invalid" by district planners, we can reveal. In a surprise twist on Friday (March 31st) the District Council said inadequate information about access to the site had been given.
CONTROVERSIAL plans for a wind farm on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea have been deemed "invalid" by district planners, we can reveal. In a surprise twist on Friday (March 31st) the District Council said inadequate information about access to the site had been given.
Courage Awards for brave five
BRAVE Burnham-On-Sea youngsters who have overcome difficulties have been honoured at the town's 2006 Youth of Courage Awards. The Rotary Club event is held every two years to celebrate the achievements of local youngsters who have shown tremendous courage.
BRAVE Burnham-On-Sea youngsters who have overcome difficulties have been honoured at the town's 2006 Youth of Courage Awards. The Rotary Club event is held every two years to celebrate the achievements of local youngsters who have shown tremendous courage.
World boxing champ visits Brean
FORMER world boxing champion Duke McKenzie was the special guest at a night of local boxing in Brean, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Thursday March 30th. The former WBO and European Flyweight Champion joined an audience of more than 400 people for a dinner boxing evening at Brean Leisure Park.
FORMER world boxing champion Duke McKenzie was the special guest at a night of local boxing in Brean, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Thursday March 30th. The former WBO and European Flyweight Champion joined an audience of more than 400 people for a dinner boxing evening at Brean Leisure Park.
Town seafront gets a battering
HIGH tides and strong winds combined to give Burnham a battering on Thursday morning, March 30th. The town's flood gates at the top of the jetty and Maddock's Slade were closed by the Environment Agency as a precuation, as the stormy weather conditions hit the area.
HIGH tides and strong winds combined to give Burnham a battering on Thursday morning, March 30th. The town's flood gates at the top of the jetty and Maddock's Slade were closed by the Environment Agency as a precuation, as the stormy weather conditions hit the area.
New homes plan wins backing
PLANS to build 12 new homes on a patch of derelict land near Burnham-On-Sea have this week been given the thumbs-up by town planners. The proposal for a dozen new properties on land bordering Naish Road and Berrow Road were backed by planners at a meeting on Tuesday night.
PLANS to build 12 new homes on a patch of derelict land near Burnham-On-Sea have this week been given the thumbs-up by town planners. The proposal for a dozen new properties on land bordering Naish Road and Berrow Road were backed by planners at a meeting on Tuesday night.
14 new wind farm photos unveiled
A NEW set of photos has been released showing how the controversial wind farm planned for the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea would look if it gets the go-ahead by local planners. Ecotricity, the company behind the scheme, has released 14 photos of the five wind turbines from different local spots.
A NEW set of photos has been released showing how the controversial wind farm planned for the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea would look if it gets the go-ahead by local planners. Ecotricity, the company behind the scheme, has released 14 photos of the five wind turbines from different local spots.
Council strike hits Burnham
SCORES of council staff in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge joined a nationwide strike in protest at changes to their pensions on Tuesday. Several council-run services in the area were disrupted as workers walked out for 24 hours, but the towns were not severely affected.
SCORES of council staff in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge joined a nationwide strike in protest at changes to their pensions on Tuesday. Several council-run services in the area were disrupted as workers walked out for 24 hours, but the towns were not severely affected.
Night club to re-open in April
FEARS that a Burnham-On-Sea night club may be closing down have been dismissed after the owner said that it is to relaunch in April. Shakers in the High Street has been closed for several weeks, prompting concerns among clubbers that the night spot might be shutting for good.
FEARS that a Burnham-On-Sea night club may be closing down have been dismissed after the owner said that it is to relaunch in April. Shakers in the High Street has been closed for several weeks, prompting concerns among clubbers that the night spot might be shutting for good.
New Sanders pet centre opens
HUNDREDS of animal lovers flocked to the official opening of Sanders Garden World's new Pet and Aquatic Centre on Saturday, March 25th. Pauline Kidner, Founder of Secret World wildlife rescue centre, declared the new Pet and Aquatic Centre open alongside Weston-super-Mare's mayor.
HUNDREDS of animal lovers flocked to the official opening of Sanders Garden World's new Pet and Aquatic Centre on Saturday, March 25th. Pauline Kidner, Founder of Secret World wildlife rescue centre, declared the new Pet and Aquatic Centre open alongside Weston-super-Mare's mayor.
Paramedics rush to eldery man
TWO teams of paramedics raced to help an elderly man who collapsed in a Burnham-On-Sea pub on Sunday lunchtime. The man, believed to be in his 70s, suffered breathing problems and collapsed at around 1.15pm in a corridor at the Reed's Arms pub on Burnham seafront.
TWO teams of paramedics raced to help an elderly man who collapsed in a Burnham-On-Sea pub on Sunday lunchtime. The man, believed to be in his 70s, suffered breathing problems and collapsed at around 1.15pm in a corridor at the Reed's Arms pub on Burnham seafront.
Wind farm power row erupts
A WAR of words has broken out between campaigners fighting a wind farm near Burnham-On-Sea and the company proposing the scheme regarding the amount of power that the turbines would generate. KNOll to Windfarm say it is "confused" by the figures supplied by Ecotricity.
A WAR of words has broken out between campaigners fighting a wind farm near Burnham-On-Sea and the company proposing the scheme regarding the amount of power that the turbines would generate. KNOll to Windfarm say it is "confused" by the figures supplied by Ecotricity.
Council strike 'won't disrupt Burnham'
BURNHAM-On-Sea residents have been reassured that a huge nationwide strike by council staff on Tuesday March 28th should not cause too much disruption in the town. A shutdown of public services is threatened when unions hold the action, but council bosses say we won't be affected.
BURNHAM-On-Sea residents have been reassured that a huge nationwide strike by council staff on Tuesday March 28th should not cause too much disruption in the town. A shutdown of public services is threatened when unions hold the action, but council bosses say we won't be affected.
Rebels unveil replacement rider
BOSSES at the Burnham-On-Sea based speedway team Somerset Rebels have moved swiftly to cover for injured Czech International Pavel Ondrasik by signing Geramn rider Stephan Katt as his replacement. Katt rode for the team in 2003, when he took part in 30 meetings.
BOSSES at the Burnham-On-Sea based speedway team Somerset Rebels have moved swiftly to cover for injured Czech International Pavel Ondrasik by signing Geramn rider Stephan Katt as his replacement. Katt rode for the team in 2003, when he took part in 30 meetings.
Seafront drinking crackdown
MORE than a dozen signs like this one will be appearing along Burnham-On-Sea seafront in coming weeks as the town launches a fresh crackdown on anti-social drinking. Burnham-On-Sea.com learns that fourteen of the signs are to be installed along The Esplanade.
MORE than a dozen signs like this one will be appearing along Burnham-On-Sea seafront in coming weeks as the town launches a fresh crackdown on anti-social drinking. Burnham-On-Sea.com learns that fourteen of the signs are to be installed along The Esplanade.
Traders voice market fears
BURNHAM-On-Sea shop owners this week gave a cautious welcome to plans for a three-day continental market to be held on the town's seafront this summer. Further details about the event were unveiled by Town Centre Manager Anne-Marie Spalding on Wednesday evening, March 23rd.
BURNHAM-On-Sea shop owners this week gave a cautious welcome to plans for a three-day continental market to be held on the town's seafront this summer. Further details about the event were unveiled by Town Centre Manager Anne-Marie Spalding on Wednesday evening, March 23rd.
Rebels rider 'recovering well'
ONE of the leading members of the Burnham-On-Sea based Somerset Rebels speedway team, Pavel Ondrasik, is recovering well after undergoing surgery on Wednesday following an accident at the weekend in which he broke his wrist. The Checz star had the operation in Prague.
ONE of the leading members of the Burnham-On-Sea based Somerset Rebels speedway team, Pavel Ondrasik, is recovering well after undergoing surgery on Wednesday following an accident at the weekend in which he broke his wrist. The Checz star had the operation in Prague.
Wind scheme reaches planners
CONTROVERSIAL plans for a wind farm on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea were officially submitted to district planners on Wednesday. Burnham-On-Sea.com reported on Monday that the bid would reach Sedgemoor District planners this week - and that's just what happened.
CONTROVERSIAL plans for a wind farm on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea were officially submitted to district planners on Wednesday. Burnham-On-Sea.com reported on Monday that the bid would reach Sedgemoor District planners this week - and that's just what happened.
Barrage referred to Deputy PM
THE £650 million bid to build a huge Severn barrage between Brean Down, near Burnham-On-Sea, and Wales has been referred to the Deputy Prime Minister, we can reveal. The proposal for a 1km wide barrage was unveiled earlier this month by entrepreneur Gareth Woodham.
THE £650 million bid to build a huge Severn barrage between Brean Down, near Burnham-On-Sea, and Wales has been referred to the Deputy Prime Minister, we can reveal. The proposal for a 1km wide barrage was unveiled earlier this month by entrepreneur Gareth Woodham.
Bishop visits Burnham school
A BURNHAM-On-Sea school which is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year was visited by the Bishop of Bath and Wells this week. The Right Revnd Peter Price, Bishop of Bath and Wells, visited St Andrew's School in Dunstan Road on Monday - much to the delight of pupils and staff.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea school which is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year was visited by the Bishop of Bath and Wells this week. The Right Revnd Peter Price, Bishop of Bath and Wells, visited St Andrew's School in Dunstan Road on Monday - much to the delight of pupils and staff.
Firefighters tackle heath blaze
FIREFIGHTERS from across Somerset tackled a major heathland fire at Crook Peak, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Monday March 20th. Seven crews from Somerset Fire and Rescue service dealt with the large gorse fire on the northern side of the hillside, which raged for more than four hours.
FIREFIGHTERS from across Somerset tackled a major heathland fire at Crook Peak, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Monday March 20th. Seven crews from Somerset Fire and Rescue service dealt with the large gorse fire on the northern side of the hillside, which raged for more than four hours.
Free bus passes for over 60s
BURNHAM-On-Sea residents over 60 years old and certain categories of people with disabilities will soon be able to travel free on buses across the county. Sedgemooor District Council announced this week that it and the County Council are launching a new Travelpass Scheme.
BURNHAM-On-Sea residents over 60 years old and certain categories of people with disabilities will soon be able to travel free on buses across the county. Sedgemooor District Council announced this week that it and the County Council are launching a new Travelpass Scheme.
Court rejects racist claims
A MOTHER who claimed her son was racially abused at a fee-paying school in Burnham-On-Sea lost her claim for damages on Monday March 20th. Aliya Smethurst had claimed her son Mikhail was called "mud face" as a six-year-old at St Christopher's School, but the court rejected the claim.
A MOTHER who claimed her son was racially abused at a fee-paying school in Burnham-On-Sea lost her claim for damages on Monday March 20th. Aliya Smethurst had claimed her son Mikhail was called "mud face" as a six-year-old at St Christopher's School, but the court rejected the claim.
Wind plan goes to planners
CONTROVERSIAL plans for a wind farm on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea will be submitted to planners this week. Ecotricity, the company behind the scheme, told Burnham-On-Sea.com on Monday March 20th that its proposal would reach planners within 48 hours.
CONTROVERSIAL plans for a wind farm on the outskirts of Burnham-On-Sea will be submitted to planners this week. Ecotricity, the company behind the scheme, told Burnham-On-Sea.com on Monday March 20th that its proposal would reach planners within 48 hours.
Speedway man injured in crash
ONE of the leading members of Burnham-On-Sea's Somerset Rebels speedway team could be out of action for at least a month after breaking his wrist in an accident over the weekend. New Czech signing Pavel Ondrasik was involved in an accident on Saturday night.
ONE of the leading members of Burnham-On-Sea's Somerset Rebels speedway team could be out of action for at least a month after breaking his wrist in an accident over the weekend. New Czech signing Pavel Ondrasik was involved in an accident on Saturday night.
Sunshine boost for traders
LONG-awaited Spring sunshine brought the crowds into Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday, putting a smile back onto the faces of traders in the town. The weather was welcome news for the tourist trade which has been suffering from a late start to Spring caused by cold weather.
LONG-awaited Spring sunshine brought the crowds into Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday, putting a smile back onto the faces of traders in the town. The weather was welcome news for the tourist trade which has been suffering from a late start to Spring caused by cold weather.
School celebrates 150 years
A BURNHAM school which is celebrating its 150th anniversary has being attracting former pupils, parents and teachers with an exhibition charting its history. Stephen James, head teacher at St Andrew's, opened the doors this week to let people join in with the celebrations.
A BURNHAM school which is celebrating its 150th anniversary has being attracting former pupils, parents and teachers with an exhibition charting its history. Stephen James, head teacher at St Andrew's, opened the doors this week to let people join in with the celebrations.
Burnham man shot himself
A BURNHAM-On-Sea man suffering after the death of his wife shot himself because he could not cope without her, an inquest was told this week. Peter Whitcombe, 66, of Old Burnham Road, killed himself at Jaycroft Road after tragically suffering the loss of his wife to cancer.
A BURNHAM-On-Sea man suffering after the death of his wife shot himself because he could not cope without her, an inquest was told this week. Peter Whitcombe, 66, of Old Burnham Road, killed himself at Jaycroft Road after tragically suffering the loss of his wife to cancer.
Celebrity chefs draw crowds
A CROWD of over 3,000 people watched three top TV celebrity chefs perform cookery demonstrations and workshops at a popular food fayre in Brean on Thursday (March 16th). Lesley Waters, Ed Baines and Martin Blunos appeared at the annual 2006 Somerset Food Fayre.
A CROWD of over 3,000 people watched three top TV celebrity chefs perform cookery demonstrations and workshops at a popular food fayre in Brean on Thursday (March 16th). Lesley Waters, Ed Baines and Martin Blunos appeared at the annual 2006 Somerset Food Fayre.
Matthew just misses top spot
BURNHAM-On-Sea fashion student Matthew Bowkett just missed out on first place in the final of Sky One's reality TV series Project Catwalk on Thursday night. But the 21 year-old from Stoddens Road is quite rightly proud of his overall second place in the overall series.
BURNHAM-On-Sea fashion student Matthew Bowkett just missed out on first place in the final of Sky One's reality TV series Project Catwalk on Thursday night. But the 21 year-old from Stoddens Road is quite rightly proud of his overall second place in the overall series.
Angry motorist writes to PM
AN ANGRY Burnham-On-Sea motorist has written to Prime Minister Tony Blair demanding stiffer sentences for vandals who commit so-called 'petty' crimes. Dee Emery, pictured, has contacted 10 Downing Street after her family's car was attacked in a Burnham street.
AN ANGRY Burnham-On-Sea motorist has written to Prime Minister Tony Blair demanding stiffer sentences for vandals who commit so-called 'petty' crimes. Dee Emery, pictured, has contacted 10 Downing Street after her family's car was attacked in a Burnham street.
Lighthouse sprouts extra leg!
BEACH walkers in Burnham-On-Sea were forgiven for taking a double take at the town's low lighthouse this week after it appeared to sprout an extra tenth leg! But there was no need for concern - the famous landmark was simply getting a spring clean and a makeover thanks to a fresh lick of paint.
BEACH walkers in Burnham-On-Sea were forgiven for taking a double take at the town's low lighthouse this week after it appeared to sprout an extra tenth leg! But there was no need for concern - the famous landmark was simply getting a spring clean and a makeover thanks to a fresh lick of paint.
Highbridge rail services boost
COMMUTERS in Burnham-On-Sea have been handed a boost from train operator First Great Western, which has announced several new services for Highbridge Railway Station. From December, there will be 21 trains to the north and 22 to the south each day - an increase on the current service.
COMMUTERS in Burnham-On-Sea have been handed a boost from train operator First Great Western, which has announced several new services for Highbridge Railway Station. From December, there will be 21 trains to the north and 22 to the south each day - an increase on the current service.
Clothing leaflets caution urged
RESIDENTS in Burnham-On-Sea are being advised to be "cautious" about responding to a leaflet being dropped through town letterboxes which encourages donations of clothing for the third world. Scores of the leaflets were delivered across the Burnham area this week.
RESIDENTS in Burnham-On-Sea are being advised to be "cautious" about responding to a leaflet being dropped through town letterboxes which encourages donations of clothing for the third world. Scores of the leaflets were delivered across the Burnham area this week.
Big crowds to watch TV chefs
A CROWD of up to 3,000 people is expected to watch three top TV celebrity chefs when they perform cookery demonstrations and workshops at a popular food fayre in Brean on Thursday (March 16th). Lesley Waters, Ed Baines and Martin Blunos will appear at the annual event.
A CROWD of up to 3,000 people is expected to watch three top TV celebrity chefs when they perform cookery demonstrations and workshops at a popular food fayre in Brean on Thursday (March 16th). Lesley Waters, Ed Baines and Martin Blunos will appear at the annual event.
Animal lovers at garden centre
DOZENS of animal lovers flocked to Sanders Garden World, near Burnham-On-Sea, at the weekend when it hosted an Animal Care Day to tie in with the upcoming opening of its brand new Pet and Aquatic Centre. Staff from Secret World rescue attended the one-day event.
DOZENS of animal lovers flocked to Sanders Garden World, near Burnham-On-Sea, at the weekend when it hosted an Animal Care Day to tie in with the upcoming opening of its brand new Pet and Aquatic Centre. Staff from Secret World rescue attended the one-day event.
Sand yachts compete at Brean
BITTERLY cold winds and snow showers failed to put off 20 sand yachting enthusiasts from gathering on Brean Beach, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Sunday March 12th. The current leader of the British Land Yachting Championships, Martin Leach, was in top form at the two-day event.
BITTERLY cold winds and snow showers failed to put off 20 sand yachting enthusiasts from gathering on Brean Beach, near Burnham-On-Sea, on Sunday March 12th. The current leader of the British Land Yachting Championships, Martin Leach, was in top form at the two-day event.
Show is a blooming success!
A GROUP of green-fingered Burnham-On-Sea residents was celebrating on Saturday March 11th after winning trophies at the town's Spring horticultural show. More than 200 entries were submitted to the annual event, ranging from flowers and cookery items to photos and artwork.
A GROUP of green-fingered Burnham-On-Sea residents was celebrating on Saturday March 11th after winning trophies at the town's Spring horticultural show. More than 200 entries were submitted to the annual event, ranging from flowers and cookery items to photos and artwork.
Two cars collide in A38 crash
ONE person was taken to hospital with neck injuries after a two-car accident on the A38 near Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday morning (March 11th). Paramedics and police were called to the scene, outside the Orchard Inn at Highbridge, shortly after 10.30am - but no-one was seriously injured.
ONE person was taken to hospital with neck injuries after a two-car accident on the A38 near Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday morning (March 11th). Paramedics and police were called to the scene, outside the Orchard Inn at Highbridge, shortly after 10.30am - but no-one was seriously injured.
Green Party attacks barrage plans
THE Green Party said this week it has "deep misgivings" about the scale of the huge Severn Barrage being planned between Brean Down and Wales, but the party said it was pleased that the "looming energy crisis" would be put back on the agenda by coverage of the £650million plan.
THE Green Party said this week it has "deep misgivings" about the scale of the huge Severn Barrage being planned between Brean Down and Wales, but the party said it was pleased that the "looming energy crisis" would be put back on the agenda by coverage of the £650million plan.
Thieves target elderly woman
BURNHAM-On-Sea police are appealing for witnesses after an elderly woman was the victim of a distraction theft at a supermarket in the town. The victim was shopping in Tesco at Love Lane at about 2pm on Thursday March 9th when she was approached by a man and a woman.
BURNHAM-On-Sea police are appealing for witnesses after an elderly woman was the victim of a distraction theft at a supermarket in the town. The victim was shopping in Tesco at Love Lane at about 2pm on Thursday March 9th when she was approached by a man and a woman.
Town carnival 'under threat'
THE future of Burnham-On-Sea's carnival is under serious threat because of a lack of volunteers, says the man running the popular annual event. Carnival Chairman Mike Young warned this week that if more volunteers are not found, the annual winter carnival's future could be in jeopardy.
THE future of Burnham-On-Sea's carnival is under serious threat because of a lack of volunteers, says the man running the popular annual event. Carnival Chairman Mike Young warned this week that if more volunteers are not found, the annual winter carnival's future could be in jeopardy.
