Bridgwater families are in for a treat this February half-term, with a fantastic programme of free activities and workshops designed to inspire creativity Running from Monday 16 February to Saturday …
Final chance to have your say on Somerset’s Domestic Abuse Strategy
Residents, organisations, and professionals across Somerset are being urged to share their views before the public consultation on the county’s new Domestic Abuse Strategy closes on 26 January. Somerset Council is developing …
Health visitors to offer childhood vaccinations at home as part of national NHS pilot
Health visitors in Somerset are now able to offer routine vaccinations to children in their homes as part of a national NHS pilot. The year‑long pilot aims to help families …
Bridgwater Town Council Recommends Refusal of HMO Conversion
At its meeting on 15 January 2026, Bridgwater Town Council’s Planning Committee considered a planning application proposing the conversion of 41 Taunton Road from a dwellinghouse into an 8‑bedroom House …
Somerset Council launches first annual food survey
Somerset Council’s Public Health team has opened a survey which will help to build a picture of the food habits of residents in the county. The results of the survey …
Bridgwater Town Council improves Path at St Matthews Field
Bridgwater Town Council has recently completed improvement works on a section of path at St Matthews Field, enhancing accessibility and usability for the local community. The improved section of path …
Government rates Somerset’s road conditions among best in the country
Somerset Council ranks highly in new Department for Transport gradings for road condition and maintenance. The new system unveiled by DfT scores all local councils in England across three different categories – condition of roads, best practice …
New year, new purpose: discover volunteering opportunities across Somerset
As people across Somerset begin the new year thinking about fresh starts and positive changes, Somerset Council is encouraging residents to consider volunteering as a rewarding way to give back, …
Town Hall Offices closed for essential maintenance
Bridgwater Town Council wishes to inform residents that the Town Hall offices will be closed to the public on Monday 12 January to allow for essential maintenance work to be …
New year – new you – with free NHS Health Checks
As the festive season comes to an end and many of us reflect on weeks of good food, drink and celebration, January is often a time for resetting our priorities and focusing on …