A BURNHAM and Highbridge music group has been given thousands of pounds to help it buy new uniforms - after 25 years of having to wear the same ones.

A cheque for £3,000 was handed to the Burnham and Highbridge Town Band by Somerset County Councillor Mike Facey from the money given to him each year to support community initiatives.

The sum was dished out at a special presentation at the group's headquarters in Worston Road and chairman Ken Henton said the gift had come at the right time.

"We decided last year that we would try and replace our 25 year-old uniforms, but then our regular summer concerts in the Princess Hall were withdrawn and it was looking doubtful as to whether we would raise enough funds," he said.

"This money will enable us to buy 28 sets of uniforms, including new blazers and bow ties, which will be worn by our members at their concerts later in the year."