Please be advised that the Planning Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday the 9th of March has been cancelled due to a lack of business requiring council decision-making. The next meeting of the Planning Committee will
Highbridge will be filled with music next Sunday, 13th March. As part of Sedgemoor District Council’s drive to get people back into town and village centres – and funded by the Government Welcome Back Fund
Sedgemoor District Council is considering the disposal of the site of the two former tennis courts at Crosses Penn, Burnham-on-Sea which extends to approximately 1518 m2. It is proposed that the land will be transferred
Town Rangers Chris and Stewart got more than they bargained for when out litter picking alongside Worston Lane. The heroic Rangers were quick to respond and help a distressed resident whose dog, Roxy, was stranded
The toilet block in Apex Park, Highbridge will be closed from Wednesday, March 16th until Friday, March 18th in order that new doors can be fitted. Signage will be put on the block in advance
In 2022, Her Majesty The Queen becomes the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee. In June, communities across the nation will celebrate Her Majesty’s seventy years of service, having acceded to the throne
Local elections are taking place in Somerset on May 5th 2022. The window for nominations opens in just two weeks’ time. Town and parish councils are always looking for new people to become involved and
A community hub in Learners with their creations at The Crafty Teacup at Burnham-on-Sea Burnham-on-Sea has undergone a refurbishment, after being awarded thousands of pounds from the Hinkley Point C Community Fund. The Crafty Teacup
Thirty native apple trees have been planted in the Diamond Jubilee Field at Apex Park, Highbridge. They were planted by Friends of Apex Park volunteer Val Morely along with Sedgemoor’s Parks Assistant Lizzie Bull. The
Somerset Art Works calls on artists to register for Somerset Art Weeks Festival, which returns for 2022 with the theme ‘Sanctuary’. With venues hosting group exhibitions, curated shows and events from SAW Members and invited
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council is pleased to announce the Civic Award recipients for 2022. Each year the town council seeks to recognise individuals who have demonstrated outstanding service to the community, made a significant
Constituencies are changing – have your say now via bcereviews.org.uk, or at a public hearing in your region. The Boundary Commission for England (BCE) is required by Parliament to undertake an independent and impartial review
Resurfacing works will be taking place in Pier Street South Car park and on the access road to Pier Street West car park in Burnham-on-Sea later in March. This means that both car parks will
Trudi Grant, Director of Public Health for Somerset, warns Somerset residents that Covid is not over yet with cases remaining high in Somerset after central government lifted legal restrictions this week. On Monday (21st), the
A new grant has been launched to help people in Somerset overcome financial barriers when seeking employment and returning to work. The Opportunity Boost Scheme will provide grants worth up to £500
Ten Somerset businesses with the potential for rapid growth will have the chance to benefit from one-to-one expert coaching and tailored business support to help them succeed. Mendip District Council, Sedgemoor District Council, Somerset County
A flurry of flags will be appearing in the main shopping centres of Bridgwater, Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge to brighten up the streets in the ongoing effort to encourage more shoppers and visitors to support our
Is your household income less than £30,000; or does anyone living in your property receive a means-tested benefit or does your home have an Energy Performance Rating of D, E, F or G? If you
Somerset County Council is asking residents to check on their neighbours as the clear-up operation continues following a weekend of extreme weather. Storms Eunice and Franklin have caused widespread disruption across Somerset, with
Whilst Sedgemoor District Council has already processed six Temporary Road closure notices, neighbours and community groups who are looking to hold a street party to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee are reminded that the clock is
The Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III will take place on Saturday 6th May 2023, with an additional bank holiday on Monday 8th May 2023.
We are keen to hear from groups/organisations in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge that are looking to celebrate the Coronation. The Town Council has £1500 available to allocate to events being organised to celebrate the Kings Coronation. The maximum grant to be allocated per event will be £500.
You must meet the following criteria for your application to be considered:
– The event will be open to all members of the public
– The event will be free of charge
– The event will take place within the Coronation weekend
– The event will take place within Burnham on Sea or Highbridge
Applications will close on Monday 6th March at midday.
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