2026

We are hiring notice

Town Council Vacancy for Estates Manager

We’re looking for a motivated and capable individual to support the Town Council as it continues to evolve and expand its service provision.  This role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the delivery of

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Somerset Prepared Community Resilience Day 2026

A free resilience and emergency planning event for Parish, Town, City Council and Community Group representatives to be held on Wednesday, October 21 • 9:15 AM – 4 PM at Millfield School The day will

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Little Book of Health & Well-Being

Everyday wellbeing is about how we feel, think and behave. Nobody feels blissfully happy, thinks positive thoughts and behaves sensibly all the time. However, maintaining a healthier lifestyle can make it easier toenjoy everyday life

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Water Safety Public Safety Advice: If you see someone else in trouble in the water this summer, remember Phone, Float, Throw: If you find yourself in trouble in the water, Float to Live by: Wildfires Public Safety

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A big Thank You to our Growing Group

Despite the intense heat, they turned out to help us finish planting and weeding the Esplanade beds, keeping them looking pristine, well done all involved!

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Access to Banking Services Review: Call for Evidence

The Access to Banking Review wants to gather the best possible up-to-date evidence of the challenges faced by those who need in-person banking services. This evidence will help to establish the impact of changing services,

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Thank you!

Burnham & Highbridge Town Council are very grateful to the following sponsors of their hanging baskets:

Independent Visitor

As we head towards summer, it is easy to be drawn into thoughts of lazy holidays and family get-togethers. But you might be looking for something else, a way of giving back to your community

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Princess Theatre Tickets

You can buy tickets for the theatre from the Box Office or direct from the Town Council as below:

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New Vehicular Access to Town Council Offices Completed

Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council is pleased to confirm that construction of the new vehicular access entrance to the Town Council offices on Mendip Way has now been successfully completed. The new entrance will officially

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If You’re not sure Don’t open the door!

PS Daryl Screech from Avon and Somerset Police has kindly shared some information about rogue traders and doorstep crime that their communications team in conjunction with Neighbourhood Watch have put together. Rogue Traders / Gardeners

Screening of The People’s Emergency Briefing

Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council is delighted to host a free public screening of The People’s Emergency Briefing at The Princess Theatre & Arts Centre, Princess Street, Burnham-on-Sea on Monday 6th July at 6.30pm.  Following

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Local Council Clerk Week

As part of the Local Council Clerk Week, Burnham & Highbridge Mayor Cllr Facey offered his thanks to the Town Clerk and Deputy Clerk in recognition of their hard work for our Towns. Photo: ©

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Grant Application Kings Coronation Form

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. 

Your organisation and contact details

What happens next....
Applications will be considered at the Finance and Resources Committee Meeting on Monday 13th March 2023. You will be notified after this date whether your application has been successful.
Burnham & Highbridge Town Council takes your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information for the purposes of contacting you about this grant. The Council’s privacy notice can be found here.

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