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80th Anniversary of VJ Day 15th August 2025

Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council will mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day on Friday 15th August 2025, with a ceremony to honour the end of World War II and pay tribute to those who

Tree to be felled at Highbridge Cemetery

A large Robinia tree in Highbridge Cemetery is to be felled next week due to severe internal decay and instability.  After consultation with a certified arboriculturist, it has been determined that there is a significant

Appointment of the Mayor’s Cadet for the ensuing year

At last night’s Town Council meeting the Mayor’s Cadet badge was presented to Able Cadet Felicity Kirkby who had been nominated by her Commanding Officer due to her outstanding performance and being a worthy Ambassador

Changes to reporting highways issues

Somerset Council is implementing changes for reporting to the highways service. Fix My Street will no longer be an access point for reporting issues. Instead, the preferred method is to use Somerset Council’s on line

Princess Theatre Café/Bar Concession

Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council is inviting applications for the Café/Bar Concession at The Princess Theatre and Arts Centre, Princess Street, Burnham-on-Sea. The Princess Theatre and Arts Centre offers arts and entertainment with a regular

Election of Councillor

There is to be an election of a councillor from the following three candidates to Burnham & Highbridge Town Council for the vacancy in Burnham South Ward on Thursday 10th July 2025.

P/T Caretaker/Cleaner Wanted

A new job opportunity has arisen to join the Estates Team as a Caretaker/Cleaner at Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council. We are seeking a dedicated, reliable and motivated individual who is committed to achieving high

Sponsorship of Hanging Baskets

Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council are pleased to announce the launch of its Hanging Basket Sponsorship Program, providing local businesses, organisations and residents with a unique opportunity to contribute to the beautification of our town.

Mayor & Deputy Mayor

We are pleased to announce that at the Annual Town Council Meeting Cllr Mike Facey was voted in as Mayor and Cllr Paul Wynn as Deputy Mayor for the coming civic year.

CARETAKER/CLEANER

Part-time – 22 hours per week Monday – Thursday 7.30am – Midday and Friday 7.30am – 11.30am (some flexibility required for locking up out of hours) Salary: Grade 3, SCP 10 –13, £26,835 – £28,163

Sponsorship of Hanging Baskets

Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council are pleased to announce the launch of its Hanging Basket Sponsorship Program, providing local businesses, organisations and residents with a unique opportunity to contribute to the beautification of our town.

VE Day 80 – 8th May 2025

VE Day Timetable 9:00 AM     Proclamation to be read by the Town Crier at Burnham-on-Sea flagpole Raising of the VE Day 80 flag at Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge flagpoles 9:20 PM Reading of tribute by

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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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