Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News
Sun, 26 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000Road closures announced for parts of Burnham-on-Sea in November
Burnham-on-Sea road closures: Old Station Approach, Pier Street, and Abingdon Street shut for prep and resurfacing works from 4–12 November.
Sat, 25 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge announces Remembrance Parade details
The Royal British Legion will assist with the event.
Sat, 25 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Seven-bedroom period house with sea views on sale for £550,000
The property offers spacious, light, and airy accommodation spread over three levels.
Sat, 25 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Your Health, Your Choice: How do you picture turning 80?
80-year-old Natalie Grabow completes Ironman World Championship triathlon.
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 09:17:37 +0100RECAP: Trains cancelled in Somerset after 'person struck by train'
All lines between Penzance and Bristol have been stopped after a person was struck by a train today.
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 09:22:27 +0100Monty Don urges gardeners to do ‘once a year’ lawn trick now to help drain grass
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
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Clinton Rogers: We must tackle Somerset's NHS dentist shortage now
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.
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Film showings at Burnham-on-Sea's Ritz Cinema, October 24-30
Discover film showtimes at The Ritz Cinema Burnham-on-Sea, including Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie and more.
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 10:29:26 +0100British Transport Police confirm death near Taunton train station
A person has died after an incident near Taunton train station, British Transport Police has confirmed.
Thu, 23 Oct 2025 15:39:00 +0100Somerset Council slams 'massively disappointing' delays to special needs reforms
The promised Schools White Paper won't now arrived until the spring of 2026 - leaving children and families "waiting ever longer" for essential support.
Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:07:00 +0100Somerset couple loses battle to build new homes on A38 near Highbridge
The Marratty family has been overruled by the Planning Inspectorate due to concerns about flood risk and the loss of rural character.
Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:24:00 +0100Somerset MPs clash over 'staggering incompetence' of UK asylum system
Two petitions about asylum seekers have been debated by MPs - and Somerset's representatives took very different approached
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Column: Sir Ashley Fox gives update on recent work around Bridgwater
Sir Ashley Fox updates Bridgwater, Burnham and Highbridge on local meetings, Digital ID concerns, Inheritance Tax impact on Somerset farmers, and hospice care.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Time-honoured tradition gathers Exmoor ponies for checks
Exmoor ponies at Winsford Hill undergo annual inspection by the Exmoor Pony Society to assess foals and breeding.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Somerset Council announces changes to garden waste schedule
Somerset Council announce changes to garden waste collection from Nov 24, affecting 55,000 subscribers. Check changes online.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Column: Why has the council made such a big mistake in Bridgwater?
Cllr Gill Slocombe voice frustration over new one-way road system on Salmon Parade and East Quay. Petition launched.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100Somerset’s best performing schools named as league tables published
The best performing schools in Somerset for this year’s GCSE exams have been revealed in the annual secondary school performance tables.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:47:00 +0100Somerset to be hit by Storm Benjamin with winds of up to 60MPH
A storm has been forecast to hit the south of England, with Somerset set to be affected with winds of up to 60MPH.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Two-bedroom house in Highbridge on the market for £220,000
Upgraded two-bed semi-detached house in Highbridge for sale at £220,000. Freehold, EPC C, landscaped garden, parking, near amenities.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Met Office forecasts rain for Burnham-on-Sea this week
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.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100John Cleese film to premiere in Somerset cinemas this autumn
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.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:25:03 +0100Met Office issues yellow rain warning for Somerset
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for rain in Somerset and North Somerset on Thursday (October 23).
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0100British Empire Medals awarded to six 'local heroes' in Somerset
British Empire Medals have been awarded to six “local heroes” at a ceremony held at The Newt in Somerset.
Mon, 20 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100What's on in Burnham-on-Sea this week, October 21-27, 2025
Discover events in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge this week: Marcus Brigstocke comedy night, Fritzlar Twinning Group meeting, quiz night and Ladies’ Shed.
Mon, 20 Oct 2025 17:08:00 +0100Somerset holiday park to turn pool orange for Halloween
A splash park in Somerset is having its water turned orange just in time for Halloween.
Sun, 19 Oct 2025 09:26:32 +01005 ways for families to save money this October, from Halloween ideas to travel costs
As October half-term stretches budgets, don't be tempted to go overboard with spending on food, travel and social plans.
Sun, 19 Oct 2025 09:25:20 +0100DWP powers to check bank accounts and suspend debtors' driving licences approved
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.
Sun, 19 Oct 2025 09:23:27 +0100This very dangerous radiator mistake could cause a fire and spread harmful mould
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.
Sat, 18 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100New chair appointed at prominent Somerset food charity
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.
Sat, 18 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Time running out to enter Somerset Business Awards 2026
Somerset Business Awards 2026: Entries now open for Somerset Chamber of Commerce's event. Free to enter, 14 categories, deadline November 21.
Sat, 18 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Sir Ashley Fox launches 2025 Christmas card competition
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.
Sat, 18 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0100Photographs of Somerset 'happy places'
Gallery of photographs from Somerset Camera Club showing their happy places in the county
Fri, 17 Oct 2025 15:00:49 +0100Somerset Council offers free winter support to residents
Somerset Council offers free winter support for cost-of-living crisis. Access food, heating support for elderly residents, financial and mental health help.
Fri, 17 Oct 2025 12:04:49 +0100Martin Lewis is urging UK households to stop using this 'demon appliance'
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
Fri, 17 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Film showings at Burnham-on-Sea's Ritz Cinema, October 17-23
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.
Fri, 17 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Your Health, Your Choice: Why 2026 is your moment to thrive
Discover how to set and achieve meaningful personal challenges in 2026 with coach Pete Richards. Goal setting, motivation, and support for success.
Fri, 17 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Community coat swap coming back to Somerset this winter
Somerset Council’s Winter Coat Exchange returns. Donate or collect free coats for adults and children at participating libraries to help keep Somerset warm.
Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Clinton Rogers: Men and women could not be more differently designed
Clinton Rogers explores classic relationship battles - laundry, loo seats, and dishwasher etiquette - highlighting the humour in men vs women domestic life.
Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Campaign launched by St Margaret's Hospice to support nursing care
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.
Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Smokefree Somerset launches autumn drive to help people quit smoking
Smokefree Somerset has launched the 'What's Your Why?' Pledge, urging residents to support loved ones to quit smoking.
Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Highbridge curry house nominated for Euro Asia Curry Award
Highbridge’s Mint Bay nominated for ‘Best Indian Restaurant in South West’ at Euro Asia Curry Awards 2025.
Thu, 16 Oct 2025 14:20:00 +0100Call for Somerset to build 'astronomical' 75,000 homes by 2045 is 'not sensible'
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
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100Popular Channel 4 show looking for Somerset homeowners to join new season
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.
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 14:56:02 +0100'Check on vulnerable neighbours this Halloween' - plea from police issued
Avon and Somerset Police are appealing to people to check on people at the highest risk of becoming victims of crime on Halloween.
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:25:00 +0100RSPCA urges people in Somerset to adopt amid 'all-time high' of cats in care
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.
Wed, 15 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0100Domino's Pizza to open outlet 25 metres from Somerset school despite health fears
Up to 25 local jobs will be created - but concerns remain about how the health of local children will be affected
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100Cloud and sun forecast by Met Office for Burnham this week
Burnham forecast: 14–18 October. Mostly overcast with some sunny intervals. Temperatures steady at highs of 15–16°C, lows of 8–9°C.
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 16:19:00 +0100Somerset MP pays tribute to former council leader who lost 'much-loved twins'
MPs have marked Baby Loss Awareness Week by calling on the government to provide more consistent support for bereaved parents
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0100What's on in Burnham-on-Sea this week, October 14-20, 2025
Discover community events in and around Burnham this week. Dementia-friendly church service, men's shed, coffee morning, and Burnham Netball Club.
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 15:45:50 +0100'My son begged me to kill him': Somerset parents call for SEND reforms
"Our children’s futures are being decided by spreadsheets, not by compassion. No child should be left to spiral until it’s too late"