Bridgwater Town Council has confirmed that Sally Jones, the Council’s current Director of Finance and Responsible Finance Officer (RFO), has been appointed as Interim Town Clerk and Chief Executive Officer. …
Mansfield Park event
Bridgwater Town Council is pleased to announce the official opening of the newly improved Mansfield Park, following significant investment into the site over the past year. The upgrade includes the …
Bridgwater Town Council Annual Town Meeting
Members of the public are invited to join Bridgwater Town Council for the Annual Town Meeting on Thursday 16 April 2026 at Bridgwater Arts Centre at 7.00pm (doors open at …
Planning Committee update March 2026
The Planning Committee of Bridgwater Town Council met on Thursday 19 March 2026 to consider a number of local planning and licensing applications. While Bridgwater Town Council is able to …
Spring Events blossom at ReCreation Community Hub
ReCreation Community Hub, based on Rhode Lane, Bridgwater, TA6 6HZ, is bursting into spring with a brilliant line-up of community events designed to bring people together. With its warm and …
Bridgwater Town Clerk Announces Resignation
Bridgwater Town Council announces that Town Clerk and Chief Executive Officer, David Mears, has formally tendered his resignation after seven and a half successful years in post. He will leave …
Bridgwater launches bid to become first UK Town of Culture 2028
Bridgwater has officially announced its intention to bid for the title of UK Town of Culture 2028. Long known as a town that stands its ground, speaks its mind and …
Bridgwater Gears Up for the Great British Spring Clean
Bridgwater residents are being invited to roll up their sleeves and take part in this year’s Great British Spring Clean, the nationwide campaign led by Keep Britain Tidy that encourages …
Call for responsible dog ownership as fouling increases
Bridgwater Town Council is urging dog owners to act responsibly following a noticeable increase in dog fouling. While incidents have been reported in multiple locations, there has been a particular …
Transport Forum Calls for Improved Rail Services and Accessibility
At the recent Bridgwater Town Council Transport Forum, members held an in‑depth discussion about the rail services in and out of Bridgwater Railway Station. David Northey from the Severnside Community …