Hundreds of people gathered in Bridgwater on Sunday to honour the nation’s service men and women during the town’s annual Remembrance Sunday commemorations. The morning began with a short service …
Huge clean-up effort follows Bridgwater Carnival
After hundreds of thousands of spectators lined the route to enjoy another spectacular Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival, attention turned to the huge task of preparing the town for Remembrance Sunday. …
Fireworks display to launch 2026 Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival celebrations
The countdown to the 2026 Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival will begin with a spectacular Grand Firework Display on Friday 6 November. Sponsored by Bridgwater Town Council, the traditional carnival curtain-raiser …
Bridgwater joins celebrations marking centenary of historic transatlantic link
Bridgwater Town Council has joined communities in Canada and Cornwall to celebrate the centenary of a pioneering achievement in global communications that helped shape the modern world. The 100th anniversary …
Harvest boxes delivered to residents at Gibb House
Thanks to a generous initiative by Local Pantry South Bridgwater (Hamp), residents at Gibb House recently received 24 harvest boxes filled with essential items and seasonal comforts. The harvest boxes …
Discover Bridgwater’s past at History Day 2026
Bridgwater’s much-loved History Day returns to the Bridgwater Arts Centre on Saturday 14 November 2026, promising a fascinating day of talks, films and local history, alongside a rare opportunity to …
Town’s historic clock to be reinstated
One of Bridgwater’s familiar landmarks looks set to take pride of place once again thanks to a partnership between Somerset Council and Bridgwater Town Council. The Eastover Clock as it is …
Local Schools, Carnival Committee and Arts Centre Join Forces for Unique Community Art Exhibition
Hundreds of young artists from schools across Futura Learning Partnership are celebrating Bridgwater Carnival in a community exhibition at Bridgwater Arts Centre opening on 28 October. Part of the Arts …
New Heritage Arts Trail leaves lasting legacy for Bridgwater Town Deal Programme
A new Heritage Arts Trail celebrating Bridgwater’s rich history and heritage has officially launched, creating a unique route through the town that combines art, storytelling and local history. The trail, …
Discover what’s happening at your local community hub
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 …