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Air ambulance lands in Burnham to help patient during medical emergency

An air ambulance landed in Burnham-On-Sea on Saturday evening (September 27th) to assist with a nearby medical emergency. The orange and white Magpas Air Ambulance helicopter touched down at 9.07pm on the Cassis Close playing fields, near the BAY Centre, drawing attention from local residents. The helicopter was deployed to support paramedics attending to a patient in the area, providing rapid response and specialist care. This temporary aircraf…Burnham-on-Sea · Burnham-on-Sea Read Article

Burnham-On-Sea RFC to host annual Old Boys Reunion in October

Burnham-On-Sea Rugby Club will welcome back familiar faces on Saturday 4th October for its popular Old Boys Reunion. The event sees many of the club’s previous players return to catch up and reminisce about their time on the pitch. This year’s fixture will see Burnham-On-Sea RFC take on Imperial RFC, with kick-off scheduled for 3pm. Before the main match, the club’s Walking Rugby Squad will entertain spectators with a couple of friendly games am…Burnham-on-Sea · Burnham-on-Sea Read Article

NHS approves merger of Burnham & Berrow Medical Centre and Highbridge Medical Centre

NHS Somerset has approved the merger of Burnham & Berrow Medical Centre and Highbridge Medical Centre. Symphony Healthcare Services recently undertook a consultation process with registered patients and local stakeholders about the proposals to combine the Burnham & Berrow Medical Centre and Highbridge Medical Centre practice contracts into one. Following a busy engagement period, the NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board has confirmed its approval…NHS · Burnham-on-Sea Read Article

Somerset planning service under fire as Burnham councillor's motion sparks debate

Somerset Council’s troubled planning service came under the spotlight this week as a motion calling for urgent recovery measures was debated at Full Council on Tuesday (24th September). The Conservative-led motion, tabled by Burnham-On-Sea Councillor John Cook-Woodman (pictured) and seconded by Councillor Diogo Rodrigues, raised concerns over mounting delays, limited councillor engagement, and a backlog of enforcement cases that led to emergency…Burnham-on-Sea · Burnham-on-Sea Read Article

King Alfred School Academy invites families to Sixth Form open events

Parents in Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge are being invited to explore the future of education at King Alfred School Academy’s upcoming Sixth Form open events this autumn. The school is hosting a series of open mornings, afternoons and an evening session, with the first event taking place on Saturday, 4th October 2025 from 9am to 12pm. The focus will showcasing the Sixth Form centre, its facilities, and the opportunities available to students pre…Education · Burnham-on-Sea Read Article

Fixy expands tech donation network to boost digital inclusion along Somerset coast

A mobile reuse and repair initiative is helping bridge the digital divide in Somerset’s coastal communities, with six new tech donation points now open across the region, including one at Burnham-On-Sea Information Centre. Fixy, managed by Resource Futures and funded by the Hinkley Point C Community Fund, is encouraging residents to donate unwanted electricals at drop-off locations in Burnham-On-Sea, Highbridge, Bridgwater, Minehead, Watchet and…Burnham-on-Sea · Burnham-on-Sea Read Article

Royal Mail installs first local high-tech postbox in Burnham-On-Sea for small parcels

A new solar-powered postbox that can take small parcels has this week been introduced in Burnham-On-Sea by Royal Mail. The pillar box in Burnham’s Rectory Road is the first local high-tech box as part of a nationwide rollout. Royal Mail says the solar-powered postboxes have a built-in barcode reader and a hatch to accept parcels larger than letterbox size. In the “biggest change to postbox design since their introduction more than 175 years ago”…Burnham-on-Sea · Burnham-on-Sea Read Article

Burnham-On-Sea fire crew tackles car blaze on M5 motorway

Burnham-On-Sea fire crews were called to a car fire on the M5 motorway on Thursday afternoon (September 25th), prompting a temporary closure of the road in both directions. Two fire appliances from Burnham and Bridgwater attended the incident, which occurred on the hard shoulder of the northbound carriageway near Bridgwater. “On arrival, the vehicle was found to be well alight, and crews quickly got to work using breathing apparatus and two hose…Burnham-on-Sea · Burnham-on-Sea Read Article

Experts perform crucial rescue after 'extremely rare' creature is found in distress: 'Once-in-a-career experience'

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The barbastelle bat is among the rarest mammal species in the United Kingdom, but a person on a bicycle path stumbled across one of the elusive critters. According to Burnham-on-Sea.com, the passerby came across the tiny creature, which appeared disoriented and exhausted. The individual sprang into action, carefully retrieving the bat and transporting it to Secret World Wildlife Rescue for care. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sec…Burnham-on-Sea · Burnham-on-Sea Read Article

Crime figures show small fall across Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge, say police

Burnham-On-Sea Police have reported a drop in overall crime across Burnham and Highbridge in an update to town councillors this week. 602 crimes were recorded over the past three months – down from 635 in the previous quarter, Acting Sergeant Daryl Screech told councillors at their latest meeting. He confirmed: “The general crime trend in Burnham and Highbridge has dropped, which is great to see.” The largest category is ‘violence against person…Crime · Burnham-on-Sea Read Article

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Air ambulance lands in Burnham to help patient during medical emergency

Burnham-On-Sea RFC to host annual Old Boys Reunion in October

NHS approves merger of Burnham & Berrow Medical Centre and Highbridge Medical Centre

Somerset planning service under fire as Burnham councillor's motion sparks debate

King Alfred School Academy invites families to Sixth Form open events

Fixy expands tech donation network to boost digital inclusion along Somerset coast

Royal Mail installs first local high-tech postbox in Burnham-On-Sea for small parcels

Burnham-On-Sea fire crew tackles car blaze on M5 motorway

Experts perform crucial rescue after 'extremely rare' creature is found in distress: 'Once-in-a-career experience'

Crime figures show small fall across Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge, say police

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Air ambulance lands in Burnham to help patient during medical emergency

Burnham-On-Sea RFC to host annual Old Boys Reunion in October

NHS approves merger of Burnham & Berrow Medical Centre and Highbridge Medical Centre

Somerset planning service under fire as Burnham councillor's motion sparks debate

King Alfred School Academy invites families to Sixth Form open events

Fixy expands tech donation network to boost digital inclusion along Somerset coast

Royal Mail installs first local high-tech postbox in Burnham-On-Sea for small parcels

Burnham-On-Sea fire crew tackles car blaze on M5 motorway

Experts perform crucial rescue after 'extremely rare' creature is found in distress: 'Once-in-a-career experience'

Crime figures show small fall across Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge, say police