Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Photos show Somerset holiday park over the years ahead of 'special milestone'
Historic photographs show how Beachside Holiday Park in Brean, Somerset has changed over the past 40 years

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Flying this summer? Experts reveal the airport purchases you should never make
Experts reveal the airport spending mistakes Brits make before flying, from travel money to duty-free shopping, plus the Boots trick that could save you cash.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100
HMRC issues update on State Pension tax error that affected 1.4 million pensioners
HMRC has issued a fresh update to MPs after admitting a long-running State Pension tax error affected up to 1.4 million pensioners

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Your Health, Your Choice: The real reasons we exercise
Discover why regular exercise is key for long-term health, mobility and independence as you age. Expert advice for staying active in the UK.

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Over 3,000 cars stolen across Somerset last year with only a handful of charges
More than 3,000 vehicles were stolen in the county in 2025, but only a small fraction of thieves were ever charged for an offence, new data shows

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:44:13 +0100
Long delays reported on M5 as lanes reopen following vehicle fire - RECAP
Long delays have been reported on the M5 northbound following emergency services responding to a vehicle on fire between Taunton and Bridgwater.

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Camera club members showcase stunning Somerset street art
Somerset Camera Club members have spent this week photographing the county’s best-known street art.

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Fire alarm faults reported at Somerset hospital after storm damage
Burnham-on-Sea hospital have issued a statement after fire alarm faults were reported following damage in recent thunderstorms

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Aldi opening 40 new supermarkets and recruiting 450 new staff this year
Aldi is the only major supermarket to offer paid breaks to all staff, which it says adds up to an extra £1,500 per year on average.

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Parents urged to save as theme parks, cinemas, zoos and restaurants cut summer prices
Families could save hundreds during the school holidays thanks to the Government's temporary VAT cut with Alton Towers, National Trust, LEGOLAND and more

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Skills plan launched to strengthen Somerset’s economy
The 2026 Somerset Local Skills Improvement Plan aims to boost jobs, training, and business growth across key sectors, led by Somerset Chamber of Commerce.

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Somerset urged to reject 'fear, hostility or division' as future marches planned
Further far-right marches are rumoured to take place in Somerset this summer - and Somerset Council leader Bill Revans has made his views clear

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Fire service share statement after busiest week in four years amid heatwave
Devon and Somerset firefighters have had their busiest week in nearly four years, answering nearly 2,000 emergency calls amid the hot weather

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:03:00 +0100
Plea hearing adjourned for woman charged over M5 disruption
A PLEA hearing regarding an incident that stopped traffic on the M5 in Somerset has been adjourned

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:15:00 +0100
Police statement as M5 in Somerset closed amid ongoing incident
The M5 is closed both ways near Bridgwater with massive delays reported as emergency services respond to an incident

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:13:15 +0100
M5 in Somerset closed after reports of 'man on foot' on carriageway
Part of the M5 in Somerset was closed overnight after police received reports of a man walking in the carriageway near Bridgwater

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:33:21 +0100
M5 traffic: Huge delays remain in Somerset after major incident - RECAP
The M5 has reopened following an earlier police incident between J24 and J23 near Bridgwater, causing huge traffic delays

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'It's frustrating' - The 13 Somerset towns snubbed in Town of Culture shortlist
Thirteen Somerset and North Somerset towns missed out on the UK's first Town of Culture shortlist

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Clinton Rogers: Do summer hedge-cutting restrictions make sense?
Debate in Somerset over hedge cutting: Clinton Rogers questions wildlife protection rules, balancing pedestrian safety with the Wildlife and Countryside Act.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Winscombe nursery school celebrates 30 years of childcare and education
Rainbow Montessori Nursery School in Winscombe celebrates 30 years of early years education in North Somerset with a community event attended by MP Tessa Munt.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bill Revans column: Could a devolved Wessex benefit Somerset?
Somerset Council leader backs Wessex devolution, echoing Andy Burnham’s vision for regional empowerment, local growth and fair funding across England.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:14:00 +0100
Tributes paid as Somerset community 'champion' dies
Somerset councillors have paid tribute following the death of Andrew Gilling, who served on Sedgemoor District Council for 20 years

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
'A pinch me moment' - Somerset fans fly flag supporting England at World Cup
Freddie Bunn and Alex Kemsley have described a "surreal" trip of a lifetime after travelling across the USA to follow England’s World Cup journey

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:23:38 +0100
RECAP: M5 incident in Somerset causes severe delays
The M5 is partially blocked after a report of an incident in Somerset today (Thursday, July 16).

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:21:00 +0100
Fire crews from across Somerset battle huge blaze near Taunton
Henlade fire leaves more than 200 tonnes of wood and woodchip damaged as residents are urged to keep their windows and doors closed

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Popular BBC comedy series with 'great cast' to end with third and final series
Daddy Issues, set and filmed in Stockport, will return to BBC iPlayer and BBC Three for a third and final series.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Asda will introduce major change in UK supermarkets this week
The supermarket chain will begin displaying the information on electronic shelf-edge labels in Asda Express

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Travellers left out of pocket as UK travel company suddenly closes after 28 years
Global Vision International (GVI), provided placements in conservation, education, and community development in Costa Rica, Fiji and more.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
M5 in Somerset to close at night as part of major resurfacing scheme
The M5 is set to be closed in Somerset as the next phase of a major scheme begins

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Somerset drug dealer who caused 'untold misery' thrown behind bars
Karl Burchell has been jailed after heroin, crack cocaine and cash were seized by police

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0100
New electric vehicle charging hub near M5 in Somerset scrapped
Somerset Council has rejected plans for a charging hub near junction 23 of the M5, arguing that other sites less prone to flooding should be considered

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:15:00 +0100
Key service at Musgrove Park Hospital forced to close after rat spotted
Bracken Birthing Centre was forced to temporarily close after a rat was spotted inside the building

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Capture Somerset’s wild side as nature photography contest returns
Somerset Wildlife Trust is inviting residents to turn their lens on the natural world around them as their photography competition returns for summer 2026

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Three Somerset destinations named among WORST seaside towns in Britain
Weston-super-Mare, Burnham and Minehead have been named among the worst-rated seaside towns in the country by Which?

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:03:11 +0100
Foreign Office issues travel warning with people told to be careful when drinking
The UK's Foreign Office has released a warning on how to spot the symptoms of methanol poisoning and spiking while travelling abroad.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Expert warns viral heatwave hack to keep cool could invalidate home insurance
A home insurance expert has revealed that following TikTok viral hacks could be a health and safety risk and invalidate your home insurance

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Award-winning UK wine merchant to close after 59 years as it enters administration
Award-winning wine and spirits merchant, Friarwood, is set to close after 59 years, having fallen into administration.

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Former station master's four-bed home goes on sale in Cheddar for £670k
Former station master's four-bedroom house on Wideatts Road, Cheddar, for sale at £670,000. Period features, modern kitchen, gardens, and garage.

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sunny forecast issued by Met Office for Burnham-on-Sea this week
Burnham-on-Sea weather: Met Office forecasts sunny spells and highs of 30°C this week, with very high UV and pollen levels.

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Burnham and Highbridge Town Council holds dog fouling awareness drive
Burnham-on-Sea Town Council held an awareness drive on the Esplanade to combat dog fouling, promoting responsible pet ownership and cleaner public spaces.

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:58:21 +0100
M5 traffic recap: Motorway closed in Somerset with heavy delays
A stretch of the M5 Motorway in Somerset is closed with huge delays today (July 14).

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:48:54 +0100
Free fans, heatwave relief packs and energy bill credit in £1m giveaway scheme
Thousands to receive free fans, blackout curtains and electricity bill support in Heatwave Relief Pack scheme

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Tesco will close stores early if England reaches the World Cup final
The decision will only affect its Express stores in England, which will close at 7.30pm instead of the usual 10pm or 11pm.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plea from Bridgwater MP as government looks to limit jury trials
Sir Ashley Fox MP criticises government plans to limit jury trials, warning of risks to legal rights and urging better investment in the UK justice system.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
What's on in Burnham and Bridgwater: July 14-20, 2026
Discover events in Burnham and Bridgwater: Addams Family musical at McMillan Theatre, Robbie McIntosh Band gig, Ritz Acoustic Club, and Ladies Shed crafts.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:19:00 +0100
'Several vehicle issues' cause bin collection disruption across Somerset
Hundreds of roadside rubbish and recycling collections have been missed today (Monday, July 13) in various locations across Somerset

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:47:56 +0100
Home Secretary releases statement about Ann Widdecombe's death - What we know
What we know about Ann Widdecombe's death, as Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has confirmed that counter terrorism police are investigating.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:41:58 +0100
Counter terrorism police now leading investigation into death of Ann Widdecombe
Counter Terrorism Policing South East is now leading the investigation into Ann Widdecombe's death after new evidence emerged.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:10:24 +0100
When will the July heatwave finally end? Forecasters share how long is left
The Met Office and BBC Weather have shared their best estimates for when the current July 2026 heatwave will end

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Free bus travel boost for families as school holidays begin
Children aged five to 15 will travel free on buses across England throughout August under a new government cost-of-living scheme.

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