Residents across Bridgwater are being encouraged to discover the wide range of activities, support services and opportunities available at Recreation Community Hub in Hamp and Parkway Hub in Sydenham. Run …
Planning Committee objects to housing proposals and strengthens call for HMO controls
Bridgwater Town Council’s Planning Committee considered several planning applications at its meeting on 15 October 2026, with members raising concerns about infrastructure provision in relation to major housing developments, while …
Who will light up Bridgwater this Christmas?
Residents are being invited to nominate an inspiring young person to help switch on Bridgwater’s Christmas lights alongside the Mayor of Bridgwater during this year’s Snowflakes celebration on Saturday 28 …
Bridgwater transport forum welcomes feasibility study for new town-wide transport hub
Members of the Bridgwater Transport Forum have warmly welcomed plans to explore the creation of a town-wide Transport Hub at Bridgwater Bus and Coach Station. At a meeting of the …
Winter colour blooms as seasonal planters are refreshed
Residents and visitors to Bridgwater can enjoy a splash of winter colour following the replanting of a number of prominent planters with seasonal bedding plants. The cauldron planters in King …
New street furniture installed in Eastover
Visitors to Eastover will notice a welcome addition with new planters and seating installed. The new street furniture was selected following feedback and suggestions from local businesses and residents. The …
Bridgwater Arts Centre unveils 80th Anniversary Mural
Bridgwater Arts Centre is proud to unveil its new 80th Anniversary Mural, created by South West-based artist Guilherme Luã Pereira, celebrating eight decades of creativity, culture and community at the …
153,000 spring flowering bulbs planted across Bridgwater
A total of 153,000 spring flowering bulbs have been planted across 10 locations in Bridgwater, including two of the town’s cemeteries, as part of Bridgwater Town Council’s ongoing programme to …
Bridgwater Arts Centre celebrates 80 years with special exhibition
Residents and visitors are invited to step back through eight decades of culture and creativity Bridgwater Arts Centre launches a special exhibition celebrating its 80th anniversary. Running until 24 October, …
Bridgwater Town Council welcomes decision to reintroduce two-way traffic
Bridgwater Town Council has welcomed Somerset Council’s decision to reintroduce two-way traffic along East Quay and Salmon Parade as part of the Celebration Mile project. While views on the original …