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        <pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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        <description><![CDATA[Four-bedroom Brent Knoll home with nearly 20 acres of land and countryside views goes on the market for £975,000]]></description>
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        <author>jack.roberts@newsquest.co.uk | Jack Roberts</author>
        

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        <author>a.parnham-cope@newsquest.co.uk | Alex Parnham-Cope</author>
        

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        <description><![CDATA[Churchfield Church School launches clothes exchange in Highbridge, helping families save money and recycle clothing.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[A former teacher has been banned after the Teaching Regulation Agency found he messaged a pupil on social media and met her outside of school]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Ghost the Musical, comedy, country music and creative workshops feature in this week's events across Burnham-on-Sea and Bridgwater.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[James Raby has been banned from the road after speeding along the M5 between Taunton and Burnham-on-Sea at 105mph]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Lyndon Pharmacy is opening at Highbridge Medical Centre on September 16, offering 24-hour prescriptions, 'no queues' and a newly refurbished premises]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Burnham-on-Sea and Bridgwater events include Marcus Brigstocke, Genitorturers, Shrek The Musical Jr and Chatty Café sessions.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Three men have appeared in court charged with burglary and theft in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge]]></description>
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        <title>New electric vehicle charging hub approved by Somerset McDonald's near M5</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[A new charging hub will be created at the Oaktree Business Park, which lies on the A38 Bristol Road south of junction 22 of the M5]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Burnham and Bridgwater events this week include Come From Away, an outdoor cinema, Elvis tributes and 1960s music.]]></description>
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        <title>Four-bedroom house in picturesque Somerset village up for sale for £575,000</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Take a look inside this four-bedroom West Huntspill home near Highbridge, featuring a sunroom, mature gardens and garage]]></description>
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        <title>Eight cygnets rescued after being found on Somerset roadside</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[A family of cygnets found on a Somerset road have been reunited with their family after a rare rescue operation by Secret World Wildlife Rescue]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From Jane Eyre to classic cars and soul music, discover top events taking place around Burnham and Bridgwater this week.]]></description>
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        <title>Four-bed home with countryside views listed near Highbridge for £525k</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Detached four-bedroom East Brent home, near Highbridge, on sale for £525,000 with countryside views, en-suite master bedroom and EV charger]]></description>
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        <title>Police appeal for witnesses after man dies in crash on A38 near M5 junction</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Police have issued an appeal after a fatal collision this morning, Saturday August 29, as the major A-road near the M5 remains closed both ways.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[A major A-road next to the M5 in Somerset has reopened after being closed in both directions due to a fatal crash.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[More than £18m will be committed to four schemes designed to cut journey times between junction 22 of the M5 and Bristol Airport]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Burnham-on-Sea and Bridgwater events this week include a model railway show, Dementia UK charity cake sale, flower show and Taylor Swift tribute.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Discover what's on in Bridgwater and Burnham-on-Sea: Friday Lunch Club, Legally Blonde musical, Living History Day, and gentle yoga classes.]]></description>
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        <title>Efforts to combat drought and flooding in rural Somerset ramped up</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[The Somerset Rivers Authority and the local drainage boards are working hard during the hot weather to ensure Somerset's rivers are in good shape]]></description>
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        <title>40 new homes coming to small Somerset village after four-year wait</title>
        <link>https://www.burnhamandhighbridgeweeklynews.co.uk/news/26458261.40-homes-coming-somerset-village-four-year-delay/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Strongvox Homes applied back in July 2019 to build new homes in Lympsham, with local councillors giving the nod in July 2022]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Discover upcoming events in Bridgwater and Burnham, including Trio Paradis classical concert, lino printing workshop, tennis tournament, and mindfulness walk.]]></description>
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        <title>Alcohol and music could soon be returning to Highbridge pub</title>
        <link>https://www.burnhamandhighbridgeweeklynews.co.uk/news/26439469.highbridges-bristol-bridge-inn-seeks-new-premises-licence/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[The Bristol Bridge Inn in Highbridge applies for a new premises licence to sell alcohol and play recorded music. Submit feedback to Somerset Council by Aug 27.]]></description>
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        <title>Key Somerset M5 roundabout upgrade won't be scrapped to fund defence spending</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[An additional £15bn must be found for defence spending by 2029]]></description>
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        <title>What's on in Burnham and Bridgwater: July 28-August 3, 2026</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Discover upcoming events in Burnham and Bridgwater, including free crafting, over-60s fitness classes, a Pink tribute, and a summer musical theatre workshop.]]></description>
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        <title>Transport firm applies for licence to operate from Highbridge site</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Storm Transport &amp; Agricultural Ltd seeks a licence to operate from Highbridge’s R T Keedwell Group site. Public comments are open until 11 August.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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        <title>Firm behind roundabout upgrade secures contract for key M5 project</title>
        <link>https://www.burnhamandhighbridgeweeklynews.co.uk/news/26400337.contractor-confirmed-upgrade-key-m5-roundabout/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Somerset Council is waiting for final approval from the Department for Transport (DfT) on several schemes]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
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        <title>Historic five-bed Highbridge farmhouse up for sale for up to £1.5m</title>
        <link>https://www.burnhamandhighbridgeweeklynews.co.uk/news/26288061.five-bed-highbridge-farmhouse-sale-1-5m/?ref=rss</link>

        <description><![CDATA[Historic five-bedroom farmhouse for sale in Bason Bridge, Highbridge. Set on 6.5 acres with equestrian facilities and barns. Guide price £1.25m–£1.5m.]]></description>
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        <title>What's on in Burnham and Bridgwater: July 21-27, 2026</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Discover top events in Bridgwater and Burnham, including BCA Summer Showcase, willow workshops, band concerts, Fritzlar Twinning, and heritage exhibitions.]]></description>
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        <title>Tributes paid as Somerset community 'champion' dies</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Somerset councillors have paid tribute following the death of Andrew Gilling, who served on Sedgemoor District Council for 20 years]]></description>
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        <title>What's on in Burnham and Bridgwater: July 14-20, 2026</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Discover events in Burnham and Bridgwater: Addams Family musical at McMillan Theatre, Robbie McIntosh Band gig, Ritz Acoustic Club, and Ladies Shed crafts.]]></description>
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        <title>Column: Sir Ashley Fox on completing his second year as MP</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Sir Ashley Fox MP outlines his work for Bridgwater constituency - tackling antisocial behaviour, NHS access, rural issues and supporting local communities.]]></description>
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        <title>What's on in Burnham and Bridgwater: July 8-14, 2026</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Discover events in Burnham-on-Sea and Bridgwater: Matilda the Musical Jr, Emma Forrester’s author talk, Sedgemoor Vintage Club Show, and The Monkees Tale.]]></description>
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        <title>Four Somerset gardens set to open to the public later this month</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Explore Somerset gardens 11–14 July as part of the National Garden Scheme. Visit Babbs Farm, East Lambrook Manor, Greencombe, and Pennard House.]]></description>
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        <title>What's on in Burnham and Bridgwater: June 23-29, 2026</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Discover top events in Burnham-on-Sea and Bridgwater: comedy with Simon Evans, Everywhere At Once Festival, Serendipity Singers, Courtroom Live and more.]]></description>
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        <title>Man hospitalised with fractured eye socket after 'awful assault'</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Police are investigating an assault which left a man hospitalised with a fractured eye socket, a broken nose, and a cut under his left eye]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Brent Knoll provides stunning views of the Somerset coast - but the idyllic scenes could be changes forever if Barratt Homes gets its way.]]></description>
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