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Visitors from Burnham-on-Sea’s twin town in Germany have bid farewell at the end of their latest visit to the UK

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Visitors from Burnham-on-Sea’s twin town in Germany have bid farewell at the end of their latest visit to the UK

At a formal dinner held at Brean Country Club on Thursday 26^th June, Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge bid farewell to their friends from the Fritzlar Twinning Group.

Councillor Facey, Mayor of Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge presented a selection of locally produced artisan gifts as a special gift for the Fritzlar Twinning Committee, a symbol of the deepening bond between the towns.

The group from Fritzlar headed back to Germany on Friday, following a successful visit, celebrating friendship, culture and shared goodwill.

Photo supplied by Mike Lang Photography.

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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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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.

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Visitors from Burnham-on-Sea’s twin town in Germany have bid farewell at the end of their latest visit to the UK

Visitors from Burnham-on-Sea’s twin town in Germany have bid farewell at the end of their latest visit to the UK

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