Weston-Super-Mare

Saturday, April 4, 2026 birnbeck weston-super-mare pier restoration victorian rnli heritage seaside engineering community

In 1867, Weston-super-Mare celebrated the grand opening of its first pier, Birnbeck Pier, which would become an iconic Victorian landmark and a magnet for thousands of holidaymakers during the Edwardian era. As the only pier … Read More

Saturday, April 4, 2026 birnbeck weston-super-mare pier restoration victorian rnli heritage severnestuary community architecture

Weston-super-Mare’s iconic Birnbeck Pier has a rich history spanning over 160 years, and after decades of decline, hopes are high for its full restoration by 2027. Opened in 1867, the pier quickly became a major draw for … Read More

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 weston-super-mare youth violence train disruption disturbance parents intervention publictransport safety sport

A group of youths engaged in fighting at Weston-Super-Mare, causing significant disruption to train services. The altercation forced the temporary suspension of train operations at the station. Following the disturbance, some …

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 weston-super-mare youths disturbance trains disruption parents lawenforcement delay incident safety

A group of fighting youths caused major disruption at Weston-Super-Mare, bringing train services to a temporary halt. The disturbance led to a significant delay as authorities intervened to restore order. Following the …

Friday, March 27, 2026 weston-super-mare market closure traders community business tradition highstreet localeconomy farewell

Weston Indoor Market, a staple of Weston-super-Mare’s High Street since 1988, will close its doors permanently next month. After more than three decades of serving both locals and tourists, the market’s final day of trading … Read More

Friday, March 27, 2026 weston-super-mare indoormarket closure localbusiness community traders historicmarket shopping westonhighstreet marketclosure

Weston Indoor Market, a cherished fixture in Weston-super-Mare since 1988, has announced it will close permanently on Saturday, April 25. Known as the town’s longest-running indoor market, it has been a vibrant hub for local … Read More