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This Week in Bridgwater

Bridgwater is buzzing with a mix of sporting anticipation and community spirit this week. Football fans have a big match to look forward to as Bridgwater United faces Swindon Town, though our local te

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New use denied for former WHSmith in Bridgwater town centre

It's been empty for almost two years now

Somerset Live·1d ago
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Land near Bridgwater and Taunton Canal could become new recycling plant

A three-metre fence would be built to screen it from view

Somerset Live·2d ago
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Woman 'saved' by cancer trial rides for hospital

What an incredible journey our very own Julie Rose from Bridgwater is undertaking! She's pedalling an amazing 186 miles all the way to The Royal Marsden Hospital to raise awareness for a cancer trial that has helped her. We're all cheering you on, Julie!

BBC Somerset·4d ago
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Huge illegal encampment waste cost council thousands

Blimey, it sounds like Bridgwater Council has been left with a massive clean-up job after a recent traveller encampment! We're hearing that a staggering 18 tonnes of waste needed to be removed, costing the council thousands.

BBC Somerset·4d ago
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Illegal encampment waste 'worst seen' in 15 years

Blimey, our Bridgwater Town Council has been left with a massive clean-up job after an illegal encampment! They've cleared a whopping 18 tonnes of rubbish, costing us locals a hefty £5,000. It's apparently the worst they've seen in 15 years, so let's hope we don't see a repeat of this mess!

BBC Somerset·5d ago
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Urgent searches for missing boy, 12, from Bridgwater

He often rides an e-scooter and sometimes wears a face covering

Somerset Live·6d ago
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Pedestrian dies in Bridgwater crash

Our thoughts are with his family

Somerset Live·17 Aug
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Inclusive carnival club builds float for wheelchair user and assistance dog

Exciting news from our very own Bridgwater Carnival! One of our amazing local clubs has gone above and beyond, creating a truly special float. This thoughtful design ensures everyone, including a wheelchair user and their assistance dog, can join in the spectacular fun!

Bridgwater Mercury·13 Aug
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Bridgwater hotel reopens for business as asylum seekers moved

Great news for our town, folks! The Premier Inn on Dampiet Street is back open for guests after a temporary closure. It's wonderful to see local businesses thriving again.

bbc.co.uk·12 Aug
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Bats threaten delay to £19.7m Bridgwater health academy project

The site will also include an early years centre and an independent living centre

Somerset Live·12 Aug
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Person suffers serious injuries in M5 crash

Oh dear, some worrying news on the M5 this morning with reports of a serious crash. It happened right between Burnham-on-Sea and our very own Bridgwater, causing significant delays for anyone travelling this stretch. We're hoping for a swift recovery for those involved.

BBC Somerset·10 Aug
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Bridgwater Pride in Place board meets for first time to discuss £20m regen plans

'It's an exciting new chapter for Bridgwater South'

Somerset Live·10 Aug
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£5.4m regeneration of Bridgwater docks could begin in April 2027

Exciting news for Bridgwater! It looks like our beloved docks could be getting a significant £5.4 million facelift, with plans potentially kicking off as early as April 2027. This is a fantastic development for our town's future.

Somerset Live·7 Aug
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48 new council houses to be buil near Hinkley Point C in £7.5m deal

Great news for local families! A substantial £7.5 million deal is set to bring 48 much-needed council houses to our area, with construction planned near Hinkley Point C. This is a fantastic step forward for housing in Bridgwater and the surrounding communities.

Bridgwater Mercury·6 Aug
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New Bridgwater primary school delayed as costs rise by £3.5m

It will have space for 210 pupils and a 40-place nursery

Somerset Live·5 Aug
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Man knocked to the ground in violent Bridgwater assault

Police are appealing to the man pictured, as it is believed he may be able to help with enquiries

Somerset Live·28 Jul
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Man left needing surgery after serious Bridgwater assault

Oh dear, some worrying news coming out of Bridgwater this week. A serious assault has left a local man needing surgery. We'll be keeping an eye on this developing story from the Bridgwater Mercury.

Bridgwater Mercury·27 Jul
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Restoration of dock to 'former glory' given go ahead

Great news for our town! Plans to bring Bridgwater's Northgate Docks back to their former glory have finally been given the green light. This exciting restoration project has been on the cards since last year, and we can't wait to see the transformation!

BBC Somerset·20 Jul
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Bridgwater Docks set to reclaim 'former glory' after £5.2m regeneration plan approved

Of the £5.2m allocated for the regeneration project, £1m is explicitly for walking and cycling improvements

Somerset Live·20 Jul
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Secret Somerset

Blimey, have you heard the latest from BBC Somerset? They're shining a light on Bridgwater's fascinating past, uncovering how our town played a massive role in industrial action a whole century ago! It's a real deep dive into our local history.

BBC Somerset·15 Jul
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'Bridgwater has a big problem and we're powerless to stop it'

Major construction projects nearby have been cited as a factor

Somerset Live·12 Jul
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Bridgwater A39 Bath Road closed amid serious gas leak

Motorists in Bridgwater will want to know that Bath Road (A39) is currently closed due to a serious gas leak. Please allow extra time for your journeys as diversions are in place.

BBC·9 Jul
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Key route near Bridgwater town centre closed after incident - LIVE

Well, it looks like there's been a bit of a hold-up right near our town centre this afternoon! A key route has been closed following an incident, and we'll be bringing you all the live updates right here.

Bridgwater Mercury·9 Jul
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A first look inside new gym opening inside part of Bridgwater Co-op store

Exciting news for fitness fans in Bridgwater! We've got a sneak peek at the brand new gym that's just opened its doors within our very own Co-op store. Get ready to sweat it out right here in town!

Bridgwater Mercury·9 Jul
What's On

What's on in Bridgwater and Burnham: July 8-14, 2026

Get ready for a fantastic week ahead in Bridgwater and our neighbouring Burnham! The Bridgwater Mercury has rounded up all the best local events happening between July 8th and 14th, so you won't miss a thing in our community.

Bridgwater Mercury·7 Jul
What's On

‘Not just symbolic’: Bridgwater backs Armed Forces with new covenant pledge

Great news for our town! Bridgwater has officially signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant, showing our strong commitment to supporting our service personnel and their families. This is a fantastic step for our community!

Bridgwater Mercury·30 Jun
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New low-cost homes approved within Bridgwater Gateway site near M5

But locals have concerns about traffic

Somerset Live·29 Jun
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Migrant workers on life in Bridgwater as Hinkley Point sees new arrivals and new debates in town

Benjamin and Mounia moved from Paris to Somerset just over three years ago

Somerset Live·28 Jun
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M5 delays after falling cable risk sparked closure

Motorists heading towards Bridgwater faced significant delays this morning as the M5 was temporarily shut. The closure, which affected the stretch between Burnham-on-Sea and our town, was due to a safety concern over a falling cable.

BBC Somerset·26 Jun
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Bridgwater Library announces re-opening dates after major repairs

Great news for bookworms and community members alike! Bridgwater Library is set to reopen its doors after essential repairs, and we've got the lowdown on when you can pop back in. Get ready to rediscover your favourite local spot!

Bridgwater Mercury·26 Jun
Council

Bridgwater Library to reopen after months of repairs to damaged roof

Bridgwater Library to reopen after months of repairs to damaged roof  The Somerset Leveller

The Somerset Leveller·25 Jun
Council

Bridgwater Library to reopen following major repair works

Bridgwater Library to reopen following major repair works  Somerset Council

Somerset Council·25 Jun
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Chairman appointed for new £20m Bridgwater regeneration board

'I'm incredibly proud and honoured'

Somerset Live·25 Jun
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HMO near Bridgwater town centre given permission to expand

Somerset Council has narrowly approved these changes

Somerset Live·24 Jun
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Kier awarded £101M construction phase of Bridgwater Tidal Barrier Scheme

Great news for Bridgwater! We've learned that Kier has landed the massive £101 million construction phase for our much-anticipated Tidal Barrier Scheme. This is a huge step forward for our town's future!

New Civil Engineer·22 Jun
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Flood defences downstream of Bridgwater barrier to finish this year

'Significant progress has been made on site'

Somerset Live·22 Jun
What's On

What's on in Bridgwater and Burnham: June 23-29, 2026

Get ready for a fantastic week of events right here in Bridgwater! From June 23rd to 29th, there's something for everyone, so grab your friends and family and make the most of what's happening on our doorstep.

Bridgwater Mercury·22 Jun
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Man found with 'life-changing' head injury on Bridgwater street

He was found in the early hours of this morning

Somerset Live·19 Jun
Council

Somerset Council SEND programme for young people wins national award

Somerset Council SEND programme for young people wins national award  Bridgwater Mercury

Bridgwater Mercury·19 Jun
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Retired police inspector cleared of sexual behaviour

Great news from Bridgwater today! Retired police inspector Andrew Greaves has been cleared of gross misconduct and misconduct following a hearing right here in town. A weight off many shoulders, we're sure!

BBC Somerset·17 Jun
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Former Bridgwater pub to become convenience store despite parking fears

'It is already a nightmare in the evenings with the patrons of the takeaways parking on double yellow lines'

Somerset Live·17 Jun
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Man named and charged after firearm found in Bridgwater

It was found during a pre-planned operation at the property

Somerset Live·16 Jun
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Derelict Bridgwater cinema 'poses danger' to the public

Well, it's a sad sight indeed for our town centre, with the old cinema on Dampier Street now looking like a real danger. Since closing its doors back in 2022, it's sadly fallen into a state of disrepair that's got locals talking.

BBC Somerset·16 Jun
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M5 was closed between Burnham and Bridgwater for bridge incident

Oh dear, it looks like our local M5 was a bit of a standstill yesterday between Burnham and Bridgwater due to an incident involving a bridge. We hope everyone involved is okay and that traffic is back to normal now!

Burnham-On-Sea.com·15 Jun
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M5 between Bridgwater and Taunton to close for overnight resurfacing

Diversions will be in place

Somerset Live·15 Jun
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RECAP - Lane closed on M5 between Taunton and Bridgwater due to rolled over vehicle

Morning commuters heading towards Bridgwater, take note! There's been a lane closure on the M5 between Taunton and our very own Bridgwater this morning due to an overturned vehicle. We'll keep you updated on the situation.

Somerset County Gazette·14 Jun
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The Somerset town where industry is booming but homelessness is rife

Bridgwater is rapidly expanding, but many are still sleeping rough.

Somerset Live·14 Jun
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Man arrested as 'suspected bomb' found during Bridgwater search

The bomb squad was called out

Somerset Live·13 Jun
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Car stopped at Bridgwater with fake plates contains suspicious items

Police were able to identify a number of offences

Somerset Live·13 Jun
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Recap - Delays reported on the M5 from Taunton to Bridgwater due to vehicle fire

Morning commuters heading towards Bridgwater experienced some delays this morning as a vehicle fire caused disruption on the M5. The incident, which occurred between Taunton and our town, has now been cleared.

Somerset County Gazette·9 Jun