As the festive season comes to an end and many of us reflect on weeks of good food, drink and celebration, January is often a time for resetting our priorities and focusing on our wellbeing.
A new inventory will celebrate cultural traditions and highlight their contribution to communities and the economy. Somerset is a county with remarkable cultural diversity and richness and of course is well known as a county
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council is pleased to announce that it has agreed to fund the installation of a bund around the grassed area at Priory Gardens, Burnham-on-Sea, which is owned and maintained by Somerset
The Town Council is inviting local independent retail/service businesses in Burnham-on-Sea to apply for the Shop Front Grants scheme to make visual improvements to their shop fronts, including vacant premises. What would a grant be
This is to inform you that Somerset’s Severe Weather Emergency Provision, currently ACTIVE in Somerset, is being extended until Thursday 8 January when it will be reviewed. Suitable accommodation may be available for rough sleepers
New CCTV warning signs are being installed at Marine Cove to remind visitors that CCTV operates within the gardens. The new signage is intended to deter vandalism and support the ongoing protection of this much‑loved
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council are delighted to announce the completion of refurbishment works at the Apex Park public conveniences. The upgraded facilities have now been reopened and are ready for use by residents and
@wessexwater and @bristolwater will be holding drop-in sessions at Burnham-on-Sea Library, 1 Princess St, Burnham-on-Sea TA8 1EH, UK on Mondays 12 January and 30 March to answer all of your water related questions. These sessions will
On Thursday, 11th December, Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council hosted a Christmas party at the Princess Theatre and Arts Centre to thank the amazing volunteers for their dedication and support throughout the year. During the
Residents and businesses are encouraged to take part in Somerset Council’s annual budget consultation. The budget consultation opens today (3 December) and is due to close on 14 January. The link can be found via the
Thank you to everyone, Somerset residents are among the best for recycling in the country, but there’s still more we can do. Did you know that food waste makes up over 20% of the average
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge came together on Thursday 4th December, for a truly enjoyable Civic Carol Service, celebrating the festive season with music, community spirit and joy. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to
Collections will once again change during the Christmas and New Year period. Please take note to make sure you don’t miss your collection. If your collection day is usually a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday then
Candidates announced and manifestos published as voting opens for 3 new Somerset Youth Parliament Members Young people across Somerset have the opportunity to vote to elect their new representatives to sit on the UK Youth
The consultation is being reopened because the Commission initially, and incorrectly, understood Somerset Council’s preference for predominantly single-councillor divisions as a formal request for a uniform pattern of single-member divisions under the legislation guiding its
This is to inform you that Somerset’s Severe Weather Emergency Provision is ACTIVE in Somerset. Suitable accommodation may be available for rough sleepers during the severe weather. Please check if you can access the service by calling 0300
Last year’s Christmas community meals were such a success that we just had to do it again – but bigger and bolder! This year, we’re hosting our all-day community meal at ALL THREE Purplespoon cafés
Are you a Somerset business owner ready to grow, adapt, or tackle new challenges? Our fully funded mentoring programme offers 6 hours of expert guidance over 6 months, tailored to your needs – from marketing
Residents, veterans, schools, local organisations and dignitaries came together in a moving tribute to those who served and sacrificed in times of war at the annual Remembrance Day Parade held on Sunday, 9th November 2025.
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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