Somerset Libraries will soon be launching some free guided one-hour fun activity and movement sessions in Chard and Bridgwater Libraries. The sessions are particularly aimed at anyone with a health…
Another ‘Bus It’ bonus as £2 single bus fare in Somerset is extended to the autumn
Bus users in Somerset can now travel on most routes in the county for just £2 until October 31. The major fare cut is part of a national initiative funded…
A recycling result to celebrate on Somerset Day
New figures released on Somerset Day show that nine out of ten households in the county are now recycling. Looking at a representative sample of more than 3,000 homes in…
Bridgwater Town Deal Board and Somerset Council announce the launch of their Bridgwater Events small grants programme.
Bridgwater Events small grants programme Bridgwater has long been known for its incredible events such as Carnival and Bridgwater Fair. With areas such as Northgate, Brewery Field and the planned…
British Empire Medals awarded in Somerset
Three Somerset ‘Community Champions’ have been awarded British Empire Medals at a ceremony held in Taunton. The Lord-Lieutenant of Somerset, Mohammed Saddiq, handed out the medals to Andrew Samuel from…
Celebration Fete a massive success!
On Bank Holiday Monday 8th of May Bridgwater Town Council held a Celebration Fete in Blake Gardens. The weather forecast was terrible but we persevered none the less and hosted…
Win Somerset festival tickets with our hidden pebbles – and help children
Every Somerset resident has a chance to win 6 all-weekend tickets worth up to £380 for a popular local music festival by finding special pebbles hidden around the county. 100…
Council’s secures extra £5.4m for road maintenance after a year of challenges
Somerset Council has netted an additional £5.4m to carry out essential repair works across the county’s road network. This year’s extra funding from the Government recognises the unprecedented challenges facing…
Did The Big Help Out give you a taste for volunteering?
The Coronation of HM King Charles III gave volunteering the Royal seal of approval with the Big Help Out attracting thousands of people to give up their time to support…
ReCreation, Hamp – a new beginning!
ReCreation, Hamp – a new beginning! Bridgwater Town Council is pleased to announce that it has taken over responsibility for the ReCreation Youth and Community Centre on the Hamp Estate.…