Burnham-on-Sea road closures: Old Station Approach, Pier Street, and Abingdon Street shut for prep and resurfacing works from 4–12 November.

The Royal British Legion will assist with the event.

The property offers spacious, light, and airy accommodation spread over three levels.

80-year-old Natalie Grabow completes Ironman World Championship triathlon.

All lines between Penzance and Bristol have been stopped after a person was struck by a train today.

Gardeners' World star Monty Don has urged gardeners to do easy 'once a year' lawn trick during autumn to help keep grass drained and prevent moss

Fewer than half of children have seen an NHS dentist in the last year. Tooth decay most common cause of hospital admissions among five to nine-year-olds.

Discover film showtimes at The Ritz Cinema Burnham-on-Sea, including Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie and more.

A person has died after an incident near Taunton train station, British Transport Police has confirmed.

The promised Schools White Paper won't now arrived until the spring of 2026 - leaving children and families "waiting ever longer" for essential support.

The Marratty family has been overruled by the Planning Inspectorate due to concerns about flood risk and the loss of rural character.

Two petitions about asylum seekers have been debated by MPs - and Somerset's representatives took very different approached

Sir Ashley Fox updates Bridgwater, Burnham and Highbridge on local meetings, Digital ID concerns, Inheritance Tax impact on Somerset farmers, and hospice care.

Exmoor ponies at Winsford Hill undergo annual inspection by the Exmoor Pony Society to assess foals and breeding.

Somerset Council announce changes to garden waste collection from Nov 24, affecting 55,000 subscribers. Check changes online.

Cllr Gill Slocombe voice frustration over new one-way road system on Salmon Parade and East Quay. Petition launched.

The best performing schools in Somerset for this year’s GCSE exams have been revealed in the annual secondary school performance tables.

A storm has been forecast to hit the south of England, with Somerset set to be affected with winds of up to 60MPH.

Upgraded two-bed semi-detached house in Highbridge for sale at £220,000. Freehold, EPC C, landscaped garden, parking, near amenities.

Burnham-on-Sea weather forecast 21–25 October: Light showers and sunny intervals expected, highs of 15°C, lows of 6°C. Rain and cloud.

John Cleese documentary John Cleese Packs It In hits UK cinemas from Nov 13, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the Monty Python star's tour.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for rain in Somerset and North Somerset on Thursday (October 23).

British Empire Medals have been awarded to six “local heroes” at a ceremony held at The Newt in Somerset.

Discover events in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge this week: Marcus Brigstocke comedy night, Fritzlar Twinning Group meeting, quiz night and Ladies’ Shed.

A splash park in Somerset is having its water turned orange just in time for Halloween.

As October half-term stretches budgets, don't be tempted to go overboard with spending on food, travel and social plans.

The DWP would have the power to obtain bank statements from people they believe have enough cash to pay back welfare debts but are refusing to do so.

This dangerous radiator mistake, which has been made by generations of households, could cause a fire and spread vile mould in your house or flat.

Jason Mills appointed new chair of The Food Forest Project, which supports local food banks and runs Wedmore Village Farm and a veg box delivery service.

Somerset Business Awards 2026: Entries now open for Somerset Chamber of Commerce's event. Free to enter, 14 categories, deadline November 21.

Sir Ashley Fox launches Bridgwater Christmas card competition for primary pupils. Submit festive designs by Nov 14 for a chance to feature on his official card.

Gallery of photographs from Somerset Camera Club showing their happy places in the county

Somerset Council offers free winter support for cost-of-living crisis. Access food, heating support for elderly residents, financial and mental health help.

Martin Lewis estimates households are typically paying 'up to a quid per load' and is advising Brits to shorten the time they use their tumble dryer

Discover this week’s Ritz Cinema film schedule: Gabby’s Dollhouse The Movie, TRON: Ares, Black Phone 2, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale and more.

Discover how to set and achieve meaningful personal challenges in 2026 with coach Pete Richards. Goal setting, motivation, and support for success.

Somerset Council’s Winter Coat Exchange returns. Donate or collect free coats for adults and children at participating libraries to help keep Somerset warm.

Clinton Rogers explores classic relationship battles - laundry, loo seats, and dishwasher etiquette - highlighting the humour in men vs women domestic life.

Support St Margaret’s Hospice with the Sponsor a Nurse campaign. Help fund vital palliative nursing care for patients and families across Yeovil and Taunton.

Smokefree Somerset has launched the 'What's Your Why?' Pledge, urging residents to support loved ones to quit smoking.

Highbridge’s Mint Bay nominated for ‘Best Indian Restaurant in South West’ at Euro Asia Curry Awards 2025.

The government wants to build 1.5 million homes by the end of 2029 to tackle the housing crisis - but Somerset's targets may be too high to be achievable

A Popular Channel 4 show is looking for families from Somerset who are facing a dilemma whether to renovate their home or move to a new one to join.

Avon and Somerset Police are appealing to people to check on people at the highest risk of becoming victims of crime on Halloween.

The RSPCA is urging people in Somerset to consider adopting a rescue cat, amid an “all-time high” in numbers of cats in the charity’s care.

Up to 25 local jobs will be created - but concerns remain about how the health of local children will be affected

Burnham forecast: 14–18 October. Mostly overcast with some sunny intervals. Temperatures steady at highs of 15–16°C, lows of 8–9°C.

MPs have marked Baby Loss Awareness Week by calling on the government to provide more consistent support for bereaved parents

Discover community events in and around Burnham this week. Dementia-friendly church service, men's shed, coffee morning, and Burnham Netball Club.

"Our children’s futures are being decided by spreadsheets, not by compassion. No child should be left to spiral until it’s too late"