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Hanging Basket Sponsorship

Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council is delighted to announce the launch of its 2026 Hanging Basket Sponsorship Scheme, inviting local businesses, organisations and residents to play a vital role in brightening Burnham-on-Sea’s town centre and

The Big Future – Children’s Survey

The Children’s Commissioner, Dame Rachel de Souza, promotes and protects the rights of children, and ensures voices are heard by those who make decisions about their lives. She has launched her latest survey – The

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Growing Group

If you would like to join us, our next session of the Growing Group will be held on Monday 11th May. New members please register beforehand through our Reception via info@burnham-highbridge-tc.gov.uk.

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Information on the Government’s Crisis and Resilience Fund

Somerset Council has formed a three-year partnership with Citizens Advice Somerset, awarding them a contract to help and support residents using the Government’s Crisis and Resilience Fund. Somerset Council has received £22.661 million from the Government to provide vital assistance to

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Could this be the year you change a child’s life?

Fostering isn’t just about opening your home, it’s about opening your heart and giving a local child stability, support, and hope for the future. If you’ve ever thought, “I want to do something meaningful this

Community Grants for 2026/27 now open

Are you a local community group, charity or organisation looking for funding? Burnham-on-Sea & Highbridge Town Council is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026/27 Community Grants Programme.  Funding is available

Great British Spring Clean 2026 Friday 20th March

Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council is supporting the Great British Spring Clean 2026 on Friday 20th March between 10am-12pm. We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join our organised litter picks across the towns.  If you

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Growing Group

See our Growing Group hard at work keeping our beds looking colourful and tidy.If you wish to join in, our sessions take place on the second Monday of the month at 10am – see our

Extraordinary Town Council Meeting

There will be an extraordinary meeting of the Town Council on Tuesday 17th March at 6.30pm in the Council Chamber. Details of the agenda will be published in due course.

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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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