During August, Somerset recycling sites will only accept one fridge, freezer or other cooling appliance per household because of a national shortage of specialist reprocessing capacity. Residents are asked to hold off bringing these items
We’ve teamed up with Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue to urge everyone to dispose of batteries, vapes and electrical items correctly after a rise in fires linked to lithium-ion batteries in waste collections and
Collections will be a day later during the week beginning Monday 31 August. Usual collection day Revised collection day Monday 31 August Tuesday 1 September Tuesday 1 September Wednesday 2 September Wednesday 2 September Thursday
This is an update on the third 80 Miles in Eight Days Challenge Walk taking place on 19th to 26th September. There are still have a small number of tickets available on most of the
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council held a successful Dog Fouling Awareness session on the Esplanade on 7th July, engaging with dog owners to highlight the importance of responsible pet ownership and keeping public spaces clean.
Misplaced dangerous items such as household and lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries, vapes, and gas canisters all pose a significant risk in various stages of the collection and recycling process – with damaged batteries likely to spontaneously
Water Safety Public Safety Advice: If you see someone else in trouble in the water this summer, remember Phone, Float, Throw: If you find yourself in trouble in the water, Float to Live by: Wildfires Public Safety
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council would like to extend its sincere thanks to all the volunteers who took part in the community litter pick held in Burnham-on-Sea on Friday 19th June. The volunteers generously gave
Despite the intense heat, they turned out to help us finish planting and weeding the Esplanade beds, keeping them looking pristine, well done all involved!
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council is delighted to host a free public screening of The People’s Emergency Briefing at The Princess Theatre & Arts Centre, Princess Street, Burnham-on-Sea on Monday 6th July at 6.30pm. Following
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council are organising a community litter pick across both towns on Friday 19th June 2026 from 10am to 12pm. We are seeking volunteers to join us to help maintain the cleanliness of
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
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.
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council is pleased to announce its support for No Mow May, an initiative that encourages people and organisations to leave areas of grass uncut during May to help support wildlife, particularly
Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge Town Council would like to extend its sincere thanks to all the volunteers who took part in the community litter pick in Burnham-on-Sea on Friday 20th March, in support of the Great
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
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
Recycling Sites will move to their summer opening hours from Wednesday 1 April. All sites will remain open from 9am to 4pm on weekends. Midweek, sites will be open from 9am to 6pm. Opening days
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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