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WEBUK debut of ‘The Fallen Moon’ art installation to take place in Bridgwater.
Bridgwater Carnival column: 'The show is completely sold out
WEB1 day ago · For this is when the curtain rises on this year’s Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival Concerts. The show, which starts its two-week run on Monday (30 September), is completely sold out, with all 3,600 tickets being snapped up by the end of August. From what I am hearing, those who have managed to get …
Latest updates on Bridgwater's 11 Town Deal projects
WEBOct 23, 2023 · To secure the event’s future, the carnival’s current production and storage space on Carnival Way (off the A38 Bristol Road) is being given a new lease of life through a £4.25m project, of which £3m will come directly from the town deal. Chris Hocking, non-executive director of Bridgwater Carnival. (Image: Daniel Mumby) Chris Hocking, one ...
Gigafactory funding could help finish Bridgwater's Celebration Mile
WEB1 day ago · FUNDING from Somerset’s new £4bn ‘gigafactory’ could end up being used to complete the delivery of Bridgwater’s ‘Celebration Mile’, a town councillor has revealed. The Celebration Mile, once completed, will provide a safer route for pedestrians and cyclists between Bridgwater railway station on Wellington Road and the Northgate Docks.
Bridgwater Town Council re-shuffle sees new Mayor chosen
WEBMay 10, 2024 · The re-shuffle of positions sees Cllr Jacqui Solomon as the new Mayor of Bridgwater, with Cllr Kathy Pearce as deputy Mayor. Cllr Brian Smedley has been re-elected as leader of the council and new Community Services Committee chair, with Cllr Irena Hubble as vice-chair, and Rob Semple as director. David Mears remains as CEO and Town Clerk of ...
Bridgwater Town Council leader on the town's good people
WEBJul 31, 2024 · Bridgwater Town Council leader on the town's good people. Cllr Brian Smedley, leader of Bridgwater Town Council. (Image: Supplied) EACH and every Tuesday morning you can drop in to Bridgwater Town Hall and have a free cup of coffee and a chat, writes Brian Smedley, leader of Bridgwater Town Council. This is the Bridgwater 'Warm Rooms' project.
Bridgwater underpass completely submerged by flood water
WEBMar 12, 2024 · AN underpass in Bridgwater town centre is currently fully submerged by flood water following heavy rain and high-tide. On Monday (March 11), the Environment Agency issued a flood warning for the tidal River Parrett, and stated flooding was 'possible' in Bridgwater. The underpass pictured earlier in the morning.
Bridgwater councillors 'concerned' over Northgate Docks delays
WEBAug 2, 2024 · BRIDGWATER councillors are “increasing concerned” over the lack of progress on a planned regeneration of the Northgate Docks. The docks, which form the northern terminus of the historic Bridgwater and Taunton Canal, was earmarked for a £5.2m regeneration as part of the £23.2m Bridgwater town deal. A drop-in event was held in December 2023 ...