Charming Somerset Seaside Town Boasts Its Own 'Leaning Tower of Pisa' Friday, May 9, 2025 burnham-on-sea somerset seaside leaningtower standrews beach tourism history pier lighthouse Nestled along the scenic Somerset coastline, the picturesque town of Burnham-on-Sea offers visitors a delightful blend of history, seaside fun, and unique landmarks. Among its standout attractions is St Andrew’s Church, home … Read More
Tragedy Strikes as Cousins Swept off Devon Coast Tuesday, April 29, 2025 tragedy devon cousins beach waves inquest rescue misadventure drugs incident A devastating incident occurred at Oddicombe Beach in Torquay, Devon, as two 24-year-old cousins, Jordan O’Rourke and Luke Keyte-Rigby, were swept off rocks by enormous waves. Despite efforts to save them, … Read More
Weston-super-Mare's Water Quality Deters Beachgoers Saturday, April 26, 2025 weston-super-mare beach water quality environment agency swimming caution somerset warning contamination tourism Ted, a local worker at Salt Rock, expressed strong reluctance when asked about swimming in Weston-super-Mare’s bay. The town has gained a dubious honor by being included in the Environment Agency’s list of beaches … Read More
Evacuation and Closure of Tunnels Beaches in Devon Friday, April 25, 2025 devon beach closure safety evacuation landmark cliff tunnels landslide ilfracombe Tunnels Beaches, a renowned private beach in Ilfracombe, Devon, was evacuated and closed following a landslide. The incident occurred on April 16, when rocks fell onto the sands, prompting an emergency evacuation. The owner, … Read More
Meadfoot Beach: A Hidden Gem on the English Riviera Monday, April 21, 2025 meadfoot beach torquay english riviera beach luxury affordable diversity exclusive cafe blue flag sea view beach hut natural beauty cliff walks Meadfoot Beach, nestled in Torquay, exemplifies the essence of the English Riviera. While it may not promise year-round warmth like its French counterpart, it boasts a beauty that is accessible to all. As the sun graces the … Read More
Join the RNLI as a Lifeguard in Somerset Monday, April 14, 2025 rnli lifeguards somerset beach sea training rescue community safety recruitment RNLI is seeking passionate individuals to join as lifeguards for the upcoming peak season on the beaches at Burnham-on-Sea and Brean in Somerset. In 2024, RNLI lifeguards in the south west responded to 6,892 incidents, aided … Read More