Uncertain Future for 'Pride in Place' Funding in Somerset Friday, February 27, 2026 somerset pride regeneration funding bridgwater burnham highbridge government communities localcouncil The future of ‘pride in place’ funding for extra Somerset areas remains uncertain, as local officials await clarity on whether more neighbourhoods will benefit. The Labour government launched the Pride in Place programme in … Read More
Cyclist and Beloved Brother Dies Weeks After Collision with Car Friday, February 20, 2026 cycling accident collision tribute family highbridge avon police investigation loss The family of Andrew Carter, a cherished brother from Burnham-on-Sea, has expressed their deep sorrow following his passing weeks after a collision with a car. The 69-year-old was injured in an accident involving a red Ford … Read More
Beloved Cyclist Dies Weeks After Collision with Car Friday, February 20, 2026 cyclist collision tragedy investigation avonsomerset roadtraffic highbridge tribute accident mourning The family of Andrew Carter, a cherished brother and avid cyclist from Burnham-on-Sea, have shared their profound grief following his passing weeks after a serious road collision. On Friday, January 2, around 2:45 PM, Andrew, … Read More
New Starbucks Store Opens at Somerset’s Oaktree Business Park Wednesday, November 26, 2025 starbucks somerset highbridge coffee newopening festive sustainability delivery reusablecup toogoodtogo Starbucks has expanded its presence in Somerset with the opening of a brand-new store at the Oaktree Business Park in Highbridge. This vibrant new location welcomes customers from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and … Read More
New Starbucks Store Opens at Somerset Business Park Wednesday, November 26, 2025 starbucks somerset highbridge coffee newopening jobs christmas delivery sustainability toogoodtogo A brand-new Starbucks has officially opened its doors at the Oaktree Business Park in Highbridge, Somerset. The coffee shop welcomes customers Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sundays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. … Read More
Plaque to Commemorate Highbridge’s Maritime Radio Heritage Stalled by Land Ownership Dispute Sunday, October 5, 2025 highbridge portishead maritime radio memorial heritage somerset council land plaque Highbridge, renowned for its role as the receiving station for the world’s largest maritime radio station, Portishead Radio Station, remains without a plaque commemorating this significant heritage due to unresolved land … Read More