Sedgemoor resident Mell Turford is creating a podcast with the community to tell the story of Highbridge. Through a series of conversations, Mell is creating a series of podcast episodes that capture the history of
Join artist Selina Keedwell for the Highbridge Youth Theatre group and company. With a group for 6-11yrs and a company for 12-18yrs there is plenty of opportunity to get creative, learn new skills and make
30 participants from around Sedgemoor have signed up to take part in the performance. Leading up to the event, participants have been hard at work learning the Clash classic, taking part in online workshops run
The Lord Lieutenant of Somerset is calling on the county’s residents to come together to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and make it an event to remember. The Queen will formally start to celebrate her
The clock is ticking down on the deadline for candidates to come forward if they want to stand for election in Somerset in May. There are around nine weeks to go before nominations close for
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance is delighted to announce the launch of its ‘Blossoming and Blooming’ Open Gardens initiative.‘Blossoming and Blooming’ is the charity’s latest fundraising initiative, which asks people to show their support by
An introduction to a new era in recycling is landing on doormats across Sedgemoor and West Somerset this week. Residents are urged to look out for the striking blue and green “Get Ready for Recycle
Do you know someone who deserves recognition for their good works in Burnham and Highbridge? In order to allow the Council to carefully consider all nominations, the closing date for
Following the announcement in December of the locations and dates for the public hearings during the second consultation phase of the current review of constituencies, we are pleased to advise that the booking system is now open,
Fancy a free evening of film exploring flood risk in Somerset and celebrating local community resilience? ‘Down by the River’ is a new documentary filmed during the summer of 2021. Commissioned by Somerset Rivers Authority
Do you know someone who deserves recognition for their good works in Burnham and Highbridge? Today, Cllr Mike Facey, the Town Mayor, has opened the nomination period for receipt of nominations for this year’s Civic
Saturday 5th February is ‘International Clash Day’ as started by KEXP, a radio station in Seattle USA. In celebration of the cultural contribution of former local resident Joe Strummer and the connection between his band’s
Wednesday 19th January 2022 10am til 1pm and Thursday 27th January 2022 2pm til 5pmPrincess Theatre & Arts Centre Want to know what it’s like to work on a professional theatre production? Fancy seeing what
Join artist Selina Keedwell for the Highbridge Youth Theatre group and company: With a group for 6-11yrs and a company for 12-18yrs there is plenty of opportunity to get creative, learn new skills and make
This afternoon, Town Mayor Cllr Mike Facey presented available winners of the Christmas Lights Competition with certificates and Princess Theatre vouchers at a socially-distanced awards ceremony at The Bandstand in Manor Gardens Thank you to
With Christmas over and dark and grey skies abounding, Sedgemoor District Council are putting some fun back into local communities with a programme of free and exciting events. In association with local events company, eat:Festivals
Somerset residents who are struggling to pay the bills this winter could be eligible for support with the cost of food, energy, water, and other essentials. The county has been allocated £3.8m from the Government’s
The town council’s Christmas Lights Competition for 2021 has been judged and the well-deserved winners announced. Cllr Dawn Carey, one of the judges, said, “Residents and businesses of Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge have kept community spirits
A recent campaign involving local volunteers has resulted in an overall decrease in dog fouling incidents at 80% of the sites monitored around Burnham and Highbridge. Litter Free Coast & Sea Somerset (LFCSS) together with
Burnham & Weston Energy’s Sunshine Fund 2022 is now open, with £50k available to local organisations who want to benefit their local community and the environment. Those interested in applying for a grant are asked
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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