Friends of Apex Park

Fishing

The Highbridge Angling Association lease the fishing rights for the second lake at the Apex .  The club have recently re-stocked the waters in June 2006 with 3/4 of a ton of 2 year old Carp and Bream.  If you wish to fish at the lake, permits can be obtained from Thyers Tackle Shop, Church Street, Highbridge Telephone 01278 786934 or Chris's Tackle Shop, 12 Regent Street, Burnham on Sea Telephone 01278 794442.  Swims have been provided for fisherman in order to protect the reed beds and please give consideration to other park users is requested.

Radio Controlled Boating

Sedgemoor District Council allows the use of the first lake at the Apex for the sailing of model boats for permit holders only.  The permit is free of charge and can be obtained from the Tourist Information Centre on The Esplanade, Burnham on Sea.  

The Sedgemoor Model Boat Club uses the first lake as their home water and have sole use during the summer on Wednesday evenings and most Sunday mornings throughout the year.  The club was formed in 1973 and has evolved into one of the largest and most active clubs in the south west. 

If you are interested in becoming a member of the Sedgemoor Model Boat Club (SMBC) or your would like further information about the club, click on the following link:  http://www.sedgemoormbc.webeden.co.uk/

Dog Training

Dog obedience classes are held most Sunday mornings between 10.30am and 12 noon on the grass area to the rear of the BMX track by the Highbridge & District Dog Training Club.

These classes are held in order to:-

• Help people train their dogs to a reasonable standard of behaviour, i.e walking to heel.
• Help those owners and their dogs to train to Obdience and Agilty Competition Standard i.e negotiating obstacle courses.

If you require further information about the club or wish to become a member please contact Mr Roy Woodbury, Secretary - Telephone 01278 450926.

BMX Biking

Burnham BMX Club operate the BMX track adjacent to the main car park.  The club which was formed in the early 1980's leases the land from Sedgemoor District Council to hold BMX racing and cycle training.  An annual club membership fee is £20.00 a rider and the fees to use the track are £3 for non members and £1.50 for members per night.

The floodlit track is open on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6.00 pm to 9.00 pm all year around and all are welcome to use the facility, although the club wishes riders to take be a BCF member, which includes insurance.

For further information please contact the Chairman- Steve Manton on tel:07976 274349 or click on the following link http://www.burnhambmx.co.uk/ 

Children's Play Area

The Apex Park benefits from a traditional style play area which offers play opportunities for a variety of age ranges, from Toddlers through to Juniors. The play area is securely fenced and includes equipment such as swings for all abilities, a slide, roundabout, seesaw and a tyre swing for the more adventurous.

It is anticipated that Sedgemoor District Council will refurbish the play area within the next two years (07/08), therefore adding new up to date play equipment and increasing the play value of the area.

Skatepark

Originally installed in 2002 in partnership with Sedgemoor District Council, Burnham & Highbridge Skating Group and Burnham on Sea & Highbridge Town Council this facility has been upgraded and modified 5 times following consultation, with the final phase completed in December 2006.

Situated in the south east of the park adjacent to the Children's Play Area, the facility is floodlit, open access to both skaters and BMXers and has a variety of ramps for all abilities.

The main attraction of the park is the Half pipe with attached Hip ramp, although the recently installed ramps from Fearless are also proving popular.

Following a request by local users, Sedgemoor District Council are looking into updating the equipment. there will be a survey carried out during 2010 by consulting the users of the skate park.

Feeding the ducks

The most popular activity for families visiting the Apex Park is feeding the ducks. Mallards, Mute Swans and Canada Geese are often gathered at the bottom of the slipway waiting for a free handout.

A grey Heron and the odd Cormorant are occasionally seen giving a demonstration of their talent for catching fish and the most frequently seen diving duck is the Pochard followed by the Tufted duck. Coots are usually seen by rushes, as are moorhens (red face) but these are not so common.

Play Rangers

Sedgemoor District Council funds the scheme with money from the Big Lottery. The Children’s Society in conjunction with Barnardo’s South West will manage the service and the aim is to encourage outdoor play.

The sessions take place at Apex Park (next to the skate park) every Wednesday between 4.00 p.m. and 6.00 p.m. Note: During winter months, sessions run from 3.30 p.m. - 5.30 p.m.  Parents are still responsible for their children whilst they are at Play Rangers and are welcome to attend the sessions with their children.