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Highbridge team to recreate historic Land’s End to John O’Groats caravan challenge

A team from Highbridge Caravans is preparing to take on a modern-day version of a legendary journey from Land’s End to John O’Groats — all in support of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW). The challenge, which is set to begin at 4am on Monday 4th November, will see Ash, James, Jody, and Kevin from the company attempt to complete the 874-mile route within a strict 24-hour window. Their journey will mirror a 1981 fundraising drive by former empl…Highbridge · Highbridge Read Article

New Highbridge branch of Armed Forces Outreach Service holding social morning today

The new Burnham and Highbridge branch of the Armed Forces Outreach Service is set to hold its monthly meeting today (Tuesday October 14th). The new service – which started earlier this year – is aimed at veterans, serving members, family members, dependents and reservists. The latest monthly meeting is being held today (October 14th) from 9.30am-11.30am at Morland Community Hub in Pearce Drive, Highbridge. A spokesman says: “The idea is to invit…Highbridge · Highbridge Read Article

Police officers honoured for bravery after Highbridge lake rescue attempt in freezing conditions

Two police officers who entered freezing waters in Highbridge to search for a child feared to have fallen into a lake have been recognised with Bravery Awards. In November 2024, Sgt Joe Pitman and a colleague responded to a 999 call from a distressed child who claimed her nine-year-old friend had fallen into Morland Lake, a deep former clay pit off Morland Road, reported here. “The girl on the 999 call seemed quite distressed, and was saying, ‘M…Highbridge · Highbridge Read Article

New Starbucks drive-thru nears completion in Highbridge with opening imminent

A new Starbucks drive-thru in Highbridge is nearing completion and is expected to open shortly, bringing a major coffee chain to the growing retail area. The new outlet, located on Oaktree Business Park, is in the final stretch of construction, with new electronic signs installed, landscaping work completed, and new access roads and parking areas in place. The 178 square metre site features a modern café building with parking for 19 vehicles and…Starbucks · Highbridge Read Article

Campaigner's dismay as plans to honour Highbridge’s maritime radio legacy stalled by dispute

Plans to commemorate Highbridge’s vital role in global maritime communications have hit a setback due to unresolved land ownership issues at the Mulholland Park housing estate. Highbridge was home to the receiving station for Portishead Radio Station — once the world’s largest maritime radio station — until its closure in 2000. The station operated for over 80 years, connecting more than 1,000 ships daily and housing the world’s largest Morse co…Housing · Highbridge Read Article

Six weeks of roadworks begin on A38 through Highbridge in final phase of major gas works

Six weeks of roadworks are underway on the A38 through Highbridge in a final phase of work to upgrade the town’s gas network. Motorists have experienced delays this week as the work restarted near the Bristol Bridge Inn, pictured here. Wales & West Utilities Programme Controller for Somerset, Simon Lee, says: “We are working in the Bristol Road area of Highbridge to upgrade the gas network.” “This work is essential to keep the gas flowing safely…Highbridge · Highbridge Read Article

Town MP calls out council over plans for Sunday parking charges in Highbridge

Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge MP Ashley Fox has criticised Somerset Council’s proposal to introduce Sunday parking charges in town centre car parks across the county — including in Highbridge. Currently, parking is free on Sundays at Highbridge’s Bank Street Car Park, but under the new plans, drivers would face charges, sparking concern among local traders and residents. As reported here, Somerset Council’s consultation started on September 8th …Highbridge · Highbridge Read Article

Refurbishment of Apex Park toilets in Highbridge set to begin in October

Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge Town Council has confirmed that refurbishment work on the public toilets at Apex Park in Highbridge will begin during the week commencing Monday 6th October. The upgrade is expected to take around four weeks to complete, with contractors working weekdays between 7.30am and 5.00pm. The project will see the replacement of flooring and toilet pans, along with the installation of modern self-flushing systems. A spokespe…Highbridge · Highbridge Read Article

Safety concerns over ‘deteriorating’ Highbridge rail bridge raised by Town Council

Burnham and Highbridge town councillors have this week raised “serious concerns” on the state of the road surface over Walrow railway bridge in Highbridge. It comes after the condition of the bridge’s surface has worsened in recent months, with a significant dip to the tarmac either side of the top, increasing the risk of damage to vehicles. Cllr Lesley Millard raised the matter at a town council meeting on Monday evening (September 22nd) where …Highbridge · Highbridge Read Article

Town Council votes to oppose introduction of Sunday parking charges in Highbridge

Burnham and Highbridge Town Council has voted to oppose proposals to introduce Sunday charges in Somerset Council’s car parks, including Highbridge’s Bank Street Car Park. As reported here, the council’s consultation started on September 8th and will run for six weeks, closing on October 20th. There are currently different charging principles applied across the county’s 200+ Council-run car parks, and the system has not been reviewed since Somer…Highbridge · Highbridge Read Article

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Highbridge team to recreate historic Land’s End to John O’Groats caravan challenge

New Highbridge branch of Armed Forces Outreach Service holding social morning today

Police officers honoured for bravery after Highbridge lake rescue attempt in freezing conditions

New Starbucks drive-thru nears completion in Highbridge with opening imminent

Campaigner's dismay as plans to honour Highbridge’s maritime radio legacy stalled by dispute

Six weeks of roadworks begin on A38 through Highbridge in final phase of major gas works

Town MP calls out council over plans for Sunday parking charges in Highbridge

Refurbishment of Apex Park toilets in Highbridge set to begin in October

Safety concerns over ‘deteriorating’ Highbridge rail bridge raised by Town Council

Town Council votes to oppose introduction of Sunday parking charges in Highbridge

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Highbridge team to recreate historic Land’s End to John O’Groats caravan challenge

New Highbridge branch of Armed Forces Outreach Service holding social morning today

Police officers honoured for bravery after Highbridge lake rescue attempt in freezing conditions

New Starbucks drive-thru nears completion in Highbridge with opening imminent

Campaigner's dismay as plans to honour Highbridge’s maritime radio legacy stalled by dispute

Six weeks of roadworks begin on A38 through Highbridge in final phase of major gas works

Town MP calls out council over plans for Sunday parking charges in Highbridge

Refurbishment of Apex Park toilets in Highbridge set to begin in October

Safety concerns over ‘deteriorating’ Highbridge rail bridge raised by Town Council

Town Council votes to oppose introduction of Sunday parking charges in Highbridge