Burnham And Highbridge Weekly News
Thu, 17 Feb 2022 07:28:33 +0000Storm Eunice hits Somerset on Friday
PEOPLE are being advised to prepare for severe winds across Somerset from the early hours of tomorrow (Friday, February 18).
Thu, 17 Feb 2022 09:41:13 +0000Merlin Passholder Days for Legoland, Thorpe Park, Chessington World of Adventures and more
Merlin Annual Pass has announced that its Passholder Days are taking place this year.
Wed, 16 Feb 2022 11:11:40 +0000What are Somerset’s safest waters to bathe in?
MP Ian Liddell-Grainger said “clean, bathing beaches” are a “great asset for tourism” in West Somerset.
Wed, 16 Feb 2022 11:08:46 +0000Storm Eunice bringing severe winds to Somerset
THE impact of severe gales forecast for the whole of Somerset later this week is likely to be worse than originally predicted.
Wed, 16 Feb 2022 09:34:45 +0000Petition to rename Somerset Council
A CAMPAIGN has been mounted to 'reclaim Somerset' ahead of the formation of a new council in our area.
Wed, 16 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000Liberal Democrats in Somerset demand better deal for unpaid carers as part of council budget
LIBERAL Democrats across Somerset have demanded a better deal for unpaid carers as part of the final budget before the new unitary authority takes charge.
Wed, 16 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000AO give away 12 FREE bottles of wine with Haier fridge
You can get 12 free bottles of wine with this new fridge.
Wed, 16 Feb 2022 09:03:15 +0000Pancake Day 2022: Tefal is selling a sausage dog frying pan
Pancake Day is just a few weeks away and if you’re thinking of jazzing up this year’s pancakes then maybe this sausage dog frying pan is for you.
Tue, 15 Feb 2022 14:03:06 +0000Cheddar Vale Lions Club donates series of books to Wessex Learning Trust
LEARNERS at the Wessex Learning Trust were treated to some exciting new additions to their school libraries this term, courtesy of the Cheddar Vale Lions Club.
Tue, 15 Feb 2022 13:09:41 +0000Catalin Victor Gergely given court order as part of modern slavery campaign
A MAN suspected of threatening and exploiting vulnerable workers at a meat processing factory in the south west has had tough conditions placed on him by a Somerset court.
Tue, 15 Feb 2022 12:43:21 +0000Ryan Gill admits possession of cannabis and cocaine
A SOMERSET man has admitted possession of two different drugs in two towns in the county on the same day.
Tue, 15 Feb 2022 11:42:28 +0000Curtis Ford's jail term extended for prison attack
A SOMERSET murderer has had 16 months added to his life sentence after he broke another inmate’s jaw during a fight.
Tue, 15 Feb 2022 09:36:09 +0000Social care contracts in Somerset extended for two years
SOCIAL care contracts in Somerset will be extended for a further two years after the coronavirus pandemic left “insufficient time” for fresh procurement.
Tue, 15 Feb 2022 07:26:57 +0000Speeding pharmacist from Minehead avoids driving ban
A SPEEDING motorist has avoided a driving ban - because of his job.
Tue, 15 Feb 2022 16:02:00 +0000See inside Tim Hortons in Weston-super-Mare ahead of opening day
TIM Hortons is opening its first Somerset store in Weston-super-Mare on Thursday. We had the opportunity to see inside before its official launch day.
Tue, 15 Feb 2022 13:15:30 +0000Trainline sale - get 33 per cent off digital railcards
There is limited availability at the discounted price, so you will have to act quickly.
Tue, 15 Feb 2022 09:57:34 +0000Lay-Z-Spa has up to £200 off selected hot tubs in time for Spring
Treat yourself to a Lay-Z-Spa hot tub with up to £200 off selected models!
Tue, 15 Feb 2022 00:01:00 +0000Bristol Zoo in Clifton to shut after 186 years
One of the UK’s oldest zoos will close the doors of its 186-year-old site for good in September, with all its animals set to move to a new location.
Tue, 15 Feb 2022 00:01:00 +0000Snow Moon 2022: How to see the full moon in Somerset
Despite being the quietest month for celestial events, each year February does grace us with the Snow Moon.
Mon, 14 Feb 2022 11:30:30 +0000Frome, Somerset named the most welcoming Town in the UK
The town is named on a list of the most welcoming places to visit.
Mon, 14 Feb 2022 11:40:09 +0000Storm Eunice set to hit Somerset on Friday
PEOPLE across Somerset are being advised to batten down the hatches with strong gales set to cause disruption later this week,
Mon, 14 Feb 2022 10:29:09 +0000Pictures: Competitors enjoy Bridgwater Urban Orienteering event
SIXTY competitors from across the South West took part in an orienteering weekend in Bridgwater.
Mon, 14 Feb 2022 09:42:00 +0000Community to choose artwork to be installed on Burnham's sea wall
HALF a mile of the seawall in Burnham will be turned into artwork by creative people and places project Seed in partnership with Burnham & Highbridge Town Council.
Mon, 14 Feb 2022 07:33:20 +0000Police mobile speed camera sites in Somerset this week
AVON and Somerset Police have issued details of where officers will be operating mobile speed cameras this week.
Mon, 14 Feb 2022 07:07:07 +0000Roadworks across Somerset this week
EIGHT major roadworks schemes are starting in Somerset today (Monday, February 14).
Mon, 14 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000LEGO unveils Spice Girls tribute set - How to buy yours
The Spice Girls are brick! How to get your hands on LEGO's tribute to the iconic girl band.
Mon, 14 Feb 2022 00:01:00 +0000Hygiene ratings for every KFC in Somerset
KFC is the most recognisable fried chicken chain in the world, but how do the Colonel's restaurants in Somerset measure up when it comes to food standards?
Sun, 13 Feb 2022 11:31:35 +0000Latest deaths of people with Covid in Somerset
A TOTAL of 11 people who had Covid have died in the four Somerset districts over the past week.
Sun, 13 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of February 7 2022
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured in the County Gazette, Bridgwater Mercury, Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News and Chard and Ilminster News newspapers this week.
Sun, 13 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000B&Q, Argos, The Range, Wayfair: Where you can buy an egg chair for Summer
If you're looking for some garden furniture inspiration or need a cosy chair for a conservatory, egg chairs are the way to go.
Sat, 12 Feb 2022 12:50:12 +0000Nominate a deserving hero for Pride of Somerset Youth Award
PREPARATIONS are underway for this year's Pride of Somerset Youth Awards.
Sat, 12 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000Latest planning applications in Sedgemoor
BELOW are planning applications received by Sedgemoor District Council between January 27 and February 2 2022.
Sat, 12 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000Sports headphones and wireless earbuds under £150 from Adidas, AO and Currys
For those who managed to stick with their New Year's fitness resolutions, there's no better way to thank yourself than upgrading your headphones.
Fri, 11 Feb 2022 16:22:38 +0000Tributes paid to Highbridge and Burnham-on-Sea Carnival secretary
TRIBUTES have been paid to the long-serving secretary of Highbridge and Burnham-on-Sea Carnival who “was taken from us too soon”.
Fri, 11 Feb 2022 14:31:26 +0000Berrow Road, Burnham, re-opens after sewer upgrade
AN extensive sewer upgrade in Burnham-on-Sea has been completed in half the time originally scheduled.
Fri, 11 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000Decision on Starbucks plan in Bridgwater deferred
COFFEE lovers in Bridgwater will have to wait a little longer to see if a new drive-thru outlet will be opening in their town.
Fri, 11 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000Somerset County Council's director of public health urges caution as Covid cases rise
SOMERSET residents are being urged to remain cautious as Covid-19 cases rise in the county.
Fri, 11 Feb 2022 10:23:18 +0000Loveholidays launches holiday deals from £83pp in time for Valentine’s Day - how to get yours
A variety of destinations are included in the offer, including Prague, Rome and Paris so 2022 could be your year to get travelling.
Thu, 10 Feb 2022 16:39:19 +0000Van to tour Somerset to support repair of electrical items
A MOBILE repair and reuse project will be hitting the road this summer - and Somerset Waste Partnership (SWP) wants you name it.
Thu, 10 Feb 2022 12:13:00 +0000£7.80 train fare costs Burnham-on-Sea man over £400
A MAN from Burnham-on-Sea has been handed a court bill of over £400 after failing to pay a £7.80 train fare.
Thu, 10 Feb 2022 11:44:51 +0000Plans revealed for 58 homes on Steart Farm site in Cheddar
A SOMERSET site once earmarked for a supermarket could become home to dozens of new houses under new proposals.
Thu, 10 Feb 2022 11:07:36 +0000Recycle More delays for communal properties in Sedgemoor and West Somerset
UP to 5,000 communal properties across Somerset will not receive their new bin collections until the end of June, waste bosses have admitted.
Thu, 10 Feb 2022 09:13:04 +0000Burnham-on-Sea’s theatre company changes its name
BURNHAM-on-Sea’s Princess Theatre Company has changed its name.
Thu, 10 Feb 2022 07:11:00 +0000Suspected catalytic converter thieves arrested in Weston
POLICE in Somerset arrested two people suspected of preparing to commit thefts - following a tip off from officers in Sussex.
Thu, 10 Feb 2022 10:01:43 +0000The Perfume Shop reveals its Valentine's Day deals - here's what's on offer
The Perfume Shop has plenty of Valentine's Day deals for that special someone, here is what's on offer.
Wed, 09 Feb 2022 16:41:05 +0000Hall committees could benefit from £775,000 SDC assistance
FOUR hall committees have approached Sedgemoor District Council (SDC) for further assistance to keep them open for their communities to use.
Wed, 09 Feb 2022 09:42:51 +0000Kings of Wessex U16 crowned Somerset County Hockey champions
KINGS of Wessex U16 Girls hockey team have won the 2022 Somerset County Hockey Championships.
Wed, 09 Feb 2022 08:45:51 +0000More street lights to be home to 5G aerials in Somerset
CUTTING out calls and endlessly buffering could be a thing of the past as more next generation phone masts are set to be bolted on to streetlights in Somerset.
Wed, 09 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000What the Levelling Up white paper means for Somerset
SOMERSET will see some improvements through the government’s levelling up agenda – but it’s unclear how much more money will be provided.
Wed, 09 Feb 2022 15:30:00 +0000National Pizza Day 2022: make pizza at home with Wowcher, Tesco, Morrisons and Ooni
National Pizza Day is celebrated on February 9 every year in the UK