Successful applicants for the most recent round of Bridgwater Event grants. Released in May 2023, the new events grant funded by Somerset Council’s Town Deal investment from Government has proved …
Community Archive Film Project is Awarded a £37,644 grant by The National Lottery Heritage Fund
The National Lottery Heritage Fund The National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded local charity Somerset Film and Video Ltd funds of £37,644 to help them deliver a community archive film …
Ditch the disposables and discover reusable personal care products
The cash and climate benefits of switching to reusable care products will be promoted in Somerset libraries next month. A series of free drop-in events for residents will be held …
Council Leader reacts to funding announcement
Somerset Council Leader Bill Revans has welcomed today’s news of additional funding for local councils but stressed it does not fix a fundamentally broken system and won’t be enough to …
Somerset West Lottery: New Super Draw gaming prize
Somerset West Lottery is taking part in the new bolt-on prize draw – the Super Draw with a gaming bundle as the top prize. Everyone who signs up to buy …
Bridgwater Chamber Welcomes Creative Dynamo Mel Downing to Board
Bridgwater Chamber Welcomes new Board Member The Bridgwater Chamber is thrilled to announce the appointment of Mel Downing, Creative Director of Design Hive, to its board of directors. Mel brings …
Donate a coat to help others keep warm this winter
Customers visiting Somerset Libraries this winter can expect an even warmer welcome thanks to a new initiative being launched in some branches. The Donate a Coat scheme encourages people to …
Leader welcomes MPs’ letter calling for an urgent rethink on council funding
Somerset Council Leader Bill Revans has welcomed a letter sent today from more than 40 MPs calling for an urgent rethink on council funding plans. The letter, from the County …
Have your say on Somerset’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy
Residents across Somerset are being asked to share their views on where and why nature matters to them most. An online survey has been launched to help shape the county’s …
Chambers Join Forces to Strengthen Business Ties at Networking Breakfast
In a collaborative effort to foster business engagement, Taunton and Bridgwater Chambers of Commerce joined forces to organise a networking breakfast event. The gathering, held at The Canalside in Bridgwater, provided a …