THERE was double cause for celebration at the EDF Energy Centre in Bridgwater this month as it welcomed the 10,000th visitor since opening its doors a year ago.

To mark the first anniversary, Visitor Centre staff were joined by Peter Evans, Hinkley Point B’s plant manager, Nigel Cann, construction director of Hinkley C, and Shelly Mitchinson of the customer services team.

Over 2,350 people have visited Hinkley B  thanks to the visitor centre team, who have hosted events involving school and community groups, and emergency services.

An EDF Energy customer services representative is available in the visitor centre every Wednesday between 10am and 3pm to answer queries.

Dave Stokes, community liaison officer, said: “The first year has shown the value of the visitor centre to the community who have made great use of the facility.”

For more information or to book a tour of Hinkley Point B, email hinkleybtours@edfenergy. com or call 01278-429225/428988.