Burnham-on-sea
Burnham-on-Sea is a town in Somerset, positioned on the mouth of the River Parrett and Bridgewater Bay. Prior to the 18th century, Burnham was a compact fishing village. Its expansion started when it became a famous seaside resort throughout the Victorian time, at a time when seaside holidays were very fashionable. It's a part of the parish of Burnham-on-Sea and Heybridge, and its town council is shared with Highbridge, a close by market town. As per the 2011 Census, the resident population of the town was 19,576. Because of the town's location on the edge of the Somerset Levels and moors where they meet the Bristol Channel, Burnham's history is dominated by land reclamation and sea defences since the Roman era. Because of the town's position close to the mouth of the River Parrett, there's a higher danger to boats in the location. Lighthouses are, therefore, significant landmarks close to the town, with the original lighthouse, the Round Tower, constructed to take over from the light on the top of the fourteenth century town of St. Andrews Church used to lower the number of shipwrecks. The High Lighthouse measures 34 metres, and one lighthouse is referred to as 'Lighthouse on Legs'. The building of a stone pier was completed in 1858 by the Somerset Central Railway. Soon after its establishment in 1860, a steam service to Wales began, although it failed to be a commercial success. A second steamer service, concrete pier, completed after 3 years of work in 1914, is referred to as the shortest pier in Britain. Despite its tiny size, the pier was shortlisted as being among the best 5 piers in Britain. For all your home improvements, ensure that you utilise reliable experts in Burnham-on-Sea to ensure you get a great quality service at a great price.
