Heacham1 Jul 2025Beach 'may never be safe for swimming'Concerns about bacteria mean a beach has been rated "poor" since 2021, a council hears.1 Jul 202527 Jun 2025Bathers urged to check water quality this summerThe Environment Agency samples bathing water from around the east coastline for harmful bacteria.27 Jun 202529 May 2025Bird mess a factor as beach earns a 'brown flag'Seabirds are contributing to the poor water quality at Heacham beach as improvements are promised.29 May 20257 May 2025Ringed plover nest sites threatened by vandalismThe RSPB and police are urging the public to report suspicious activity near the fenced beach areas.7 May 20255 May 2025Rising fees make beach huts 'hard to keep or sell'Owners say they are "very cross" as the annual ground rent has risen by £200 to £730 since 2022.5 May 202516 Apr 2025'Anomalies' to blame for beach parking charge riseSignificant increases in residents' parking permit charges are said to be making things fairer.16 Apr 202515 Sep 2024Dogs accused of causing coastal erosionCouncillors urge for measures to stop dogs from digging up a shingle ridge – a key flood defence.15 Sep 202411 Sep 2024Medieval church bell replaced after 900 yearsThe new bell replaces one dating back to 1150, thought to be Norfolk's oldest church bell.11 Sep 20244 Aug 2024Project to improve and protect chalk streamThe Environment Agency has provided £70,000 in funding, with an extra £60,000 from other sources.4 Aug 2024...