RESCUE workers interacted with locals and tourists at the return of Burnham's Emergency Services Day at the weekend. 

Members of the Coastguard, RNLI, and fire station were joined by police community support officers (PCSOs) and representatives of other services on Sunday.

It was the first time the event had been held since 2019 because of the Covid pandemic.

The day featured an RNLI demonstration, a Coastguard mud rescue, and a BARB hovercraft exercise. 

It was opened by cllr Lesley Millard, the mayor of Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge.

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News: The Langton family at the RNLI stand. Picture: Steve RichardsonThe Langton family at the RNLI stand. Picture: Steve Richardson  

A spokesperson for BARB Search & Rescue said: “Thank you to everyone who attended the return of Burnham’s emergency services day yesterday!

“It was wonderful to see so many people enjoying the event while supporting BARB and the many other excellent groups.

“It was great to see so many organisations supporting this long-running event with engaging displays and demonstrations.”

An RNLI Lifeboats at Burnham-on-Sea spokesperson added: “Thanks to everyone who came to the Esplanade and engaged with us today.

“It was great to stand alongside our colleagues and friends from Burnham Coastguard Rescue Team and BARB Search & Rescue as well as the other emergency services and stalls on display.”

GALLERY: Emergency services engage with public in Burnham-on-Sea 

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News: Colin and Olive Holdon, and Mike Young from Burnham-On-Sea Lions. Pictures: Steve RichardsonColin and Olive Holdon, and Mike Young from Burnham-On-Sea Lions. Pictures: Steve Richardson

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News: The Burnham and Highbridge Sea Cadets were also in attendance.The Burnham and Highbridge Sea Cadets were also in attendance.

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News: Lucy and James Pinnegar with Lola and Esme Pinnegar.Lucy and James Pinnegar with Lola and Esme Pinnegar.

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News: Volunteers at a Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal stand.Volunteers at a Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal stand.

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News: Visitors Emma, Olivia and Sophie Rolinson with Keith Davis and Peter Beange from Freewheelers Rides For Life.Visitors Emma, Olivia and Sophie Rolinson with Keith Davis and Peter Beange from Freewheelers Rides For Life.

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News: Eva and Shaun Humphrey. Eva and Shaun Humphrey.

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News: Nicky Oliver, Felicity Smith and Tony Oliver with fire station crew manager Craig Grove.Nicky Oliver, Felicity Smith and Tony Oliver with fire station crew manager Craig Grove.

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News: The Jimmieson family next to an RNLI lifeboat.The Jimmieson family next to an RNLI lifeboat.

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News: The Burnham-On-Sea Moose Ladies Circle stand.The Burnham-On-Sea Moose Ladies Circle stand.

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News: Darcey and Ada Grimes with Anita Townsend from Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance.Darcey and Ada Grimes with Anita Townsend from Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance.

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News: There was an RNLI demonstration and a range of other emergency service exercises.There was an RNLI demonstration and a range of other emergency service exercises.