Somerset residents will soon be able to dispose of some DIY waste free of charge at Somerset recycling sites – but they will need to book ahead. Following a recent change of legislation, from 1
‘Look out for your letter’ is the message from Somerset Council as recycling and rubbish collection days change for more than 120,000 households in western parts of the county in February. New collection routes are
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Fireworks Display 2023 Cancelled Following a meeting of Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council, it has been decided that the fireworks display postponed from Sunday 5th November, will not be re-scheduled this year
Residents and businesses are being urged to have their say as Somerset Council launches a public consultation on budget setting. Somerset Council is launching a public consultation on its budget, offering residents and businesses the
Tuesday 12th December 1600 – 1830 at The Morland Hub, Pearce Drive, Highbridge Wednesday 13th December 1600 – 1830 at The Princess Theatre, Princess Street, Burnham-on-Sea Your chance to have your say on extra funding
As residents will have seen in the media, Somerset Council are facing enormous financial challenges and are having to make some difficult decisions about services it provides. The Town Council has been asked to consider
Somerset Council, the landowners, are unable to give permission for the equipment to be installed, due to a legal objection from residents in Quantock Court. A spokesperson for Somerset Council said “Somerset Council were unable
Recycling and rubbish collection days will be changing for more than 120,000 homes in Somerset in February next year. The changes come as new collection routes are introduced by Somerset Council’s contractor, SUEZ recycling and
Election of ONE Councillor for Highbridge Ward, Burnham & Highbridge Town Council Dated: Monday 13 November, 2023 Duncan Sharkey, Returning Officer Printed and published by the Returning Officer, Somerset Council Offices, Bridgwater House, King Square,
For anybody who is thinking about standing for the Highbridge Vacancy there is a free online event brought to you by the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) and the Local Government Association that is
The fireworks display due to take place from the Burnham-on-Sea Jetty on Sunday 5thNovember 2023 has been postponed. After a great deal of discussion and debate, Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge TownCouncil has decided to postpone the
Residents across Somerset have had fire safety tags added to their recycling bright blue bags. Somerset Council and its collections contractor, SUEZ recycling and recovery UK, have used the tags to warn residents about the
Power cut safety advice If you are affected by a power cut, it is the Electricity Distribution Network Operator (DNO) who is responsible for maintaining physical electricity supplies to your home or business. You can
Fireworks night is just around the corner and Somerset Council is reminding everyone, to stay safe, reduce waste and follow the advice of the fire service. Fireworks night is a fun time of year, with
Our next drop-in session to give you the opportunity to speak to your local Councillor will be this Thursday, 26th October from 10.00 am to Midday in Burnham-on-Sea Library.
2nd October 2023 at 6pm at the BAY Centre Present: Town Councillor Sharon Perry (SP)Chris Hall (CH) – Executive Director, Community Services, SomersetCouncilJonathan Eamer (JE) – Neighbourhood Police Sergeant, Somerset andAvon ConstabularyTown Clerk and Deputy
Network Rail will be starting work in Highbridge to carry out drainage and fencing renewal and refurbishment, helping to maintain a safe and reliable railway. They will be working daytime so the teams can work
Somerset Council is asking everyone to reduce waste this Halloween and stay-single use free during fright-night. The beginning of October saw a ban on the sale of many single-use plastic items come into force, including
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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