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Parking Meters in Wincanton – The Debate Continues
The next Wincanton Town Council meeting this Monday, 24th February will see 'Parking' back on the agenda. Arguments may be put forward in favour of introducing parking meters after all. Come to the meeting and help our Councillors make the right decision!
Parliamentary Candidate Speaks to Bruton School About a Career in Politics
The Head of Bruton School for Girls, Mrs Nicola Botterill, invited Sarah Yong, the newly selected Liberal Democrat Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for this constituency, to talk to the Sixth Formers about her experience of working in politics.
Another Successful Annual Lunch Date for Twinning Association
Once again it is the time of year when the WLTA (Wincanton Lahnau Twinning Association) get together for their annual lunch. This year a record 29 people attended at the David Sharp Centre.
A Fresh New Design & Print Agency Opens in Wincanton
A new design and print agency, servicing Wincanton, the West and the UK has opened in Wincanton this week. Bobcat Media, run by local resident Paul Mclarnon, has a new studio within the Camelot centre.
Watch Captain Phillips at The Bear on 10th March
Movies at The Bear brings another great film, Captain Phillips to Wincanton at The Bear Inn on Monday 10th March.
C.A.T.C.H: Thanks for a Hugely Successful Jumble Sale
The C.A.T.C.H. (Community Action to Transform the Cale Habitat) volunteer group would like to say a big "Thank you", to everyone who contributed to making our jumble sale on Saturday 8th February such a resounding success.
Film Society Plays Classic Bogart – Casablanca on 19th February
For those of you who love the old classics, Wincanton Film Society is screening Casablanca at King Arthur's Performance Enhancement Centre on Wednesday 19th February. Play it again, Sam...
Wincanton Town Team Seeks Market Assistant
Wincanton Town Team is looking to appoint a Market Assistant to work alongside their Market Co-ordinator to run the Wincanton Street Market. Are you looking for a part-time job of around 15 hours per month?
Museum & History Society Combines AGM with Corfe Castle Talk
Despite bad weather the Museum and History Society AGM and talk on Friday 31st January attracted fifty people to the Balsam Centre. Speaker Judith Teasdale titled her talk A Very Fair Castle. The Changing Face of Corfe Castle.
Friends of Wincanton Community Hospital Win Service in the Community Award
The Friends of Wincanton Community Hospital have reason to be proud, having won a prestigious award for service in the community in December 2013, the first such award to be presented by the Mayor.
Break-In at Wincanton Community Church – Police Appeal for Witnesses
Sometime between Friday 31st January and Sunday 2nd February, the Wincanton Community Church was broken into. Police are appealing for anyone in the area during that period with information to come forward to help solve this callous crime.
Horsington & South Cheriton 'Villager' Magazine - February 2014
As ever in this magazine, there is information, entertainment and articles of interest for the residents of our villages. Read the summary and download the full magazine.
Whisky Club – With a Difference
The Nog Inn Whisky Club has set out to sample many of Scotland's excellent whiskies. But the January meeting raised new challenges, with whiskies to samples from every corner of the British Isles and one from much further away!
Shrinking Violet Body Wrap at The Studio
At The Studio in Wincanton, both Dawn and Georgina are qualified to offer Shrinking Violet, the body wrap treatment from Tibby Olivier that is unlike any other!
Too Much Peace & Quiet Presents KORUS at The Bruton Castle
Live concert on Saturday 22nd February at The Bruton Castle, with Soulful East London RnB group KORUS, promoting their latest album, Real Talk. In support a Jungling session with Bruton lyricist MVP.
Holbrook House – Hospitality with a Link to History
Wincanton has many old buildings. The town itself is mentioned in the Domesday account. But Holbrook House has an interesting and significant historical footprint, as well as being an excellent place to have a meal.
Arsenal Soccer School Returns in February Half Term
Following previous success, Wincanton Sports Ground is delighted to announce that we are holding another opportunity to be involved with Arsenal Soccer School over the February half term. This will be held from Wednesday 19th to Friday 21st February 2014.
Top panel at Wincanton’s Cheltenham Festival Preview lunch
The build up to the 2014 Cheltenham Festival begins in earnest at Wincanton Racecourse on Saturday 15th February when racing's elite hurdlers line-up in the Bathwick Tyres Kingwell Hurdle – the final preparation ahead of the iconic Champion Hurdle.
Pooches – Enrol your humans in poop-scoop school!
It's a serious matter to be in control of a human. They need to be treated with gentleness, but with a firm hand. They must be trained to look after the environment and not leave toxic waste on the local footpaths.
A new year and a new product range at Wincanton Wholefoods
With the arrival of 2014, Steve at Wincanton Wholefoods has re-organised his shop to make way for a completely new, complementary range of freshly frozen, scoop-your-own produce from a company called Field Fare.
King Arthur's Community School – Venue for hire
King Arthur's Community School has great facilities on offer – from a children's birthday party to a social event, training course to team-building sessions, the school has a space to suit out of school hours.
The 365 Project – An exhibition of photography
Following the successful completion of her 365 Project year, local photographer Trixie Hiscock, from Camelot Photographic Ltd, is delighted to announce an exhibition of all 365 images at The Memorial Hall, Wincanton on Saturday, 1st February from 10.00am - 5.00pm.
Cabinet Minister visits Henstridge Riding for the Disabled facility
The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, the Rt. Hon Maria Miller, recently visited Pevlings Farm, a Riding for the Disabled facility in North Cheriton, near Templecombe.
New activities at Wincanton Sports Ground
New Year, New Start! Wincanton Sports Ground is looking to develop the range of sports on offer. We have loads of new activities planned for 2014 so come and be a part of it.
Sandbag - Wincanton RBL Newsletter December 2013
News and stories from the Wincanton and District Branch of the Royal British Legion. Read a summary of the December newsletter or download the full edition, complete with photographs.
Launching ANVIL – Something rather different UPDATED
ANVIL is a structured discussion group which aims to hammer away at some of the serious issues, (ethical, political, religious, cultural, social, environmental) that face us and keep on resurfacing. Join the discussion.
Completing our family tree unearthed historic Wincanton
I became interested in the history of Wincanton after researching my family and found myself living in the same town my ancestors lived in 150 years before. Now a new Facebook page shares the wonderful local history unearthed by my research.
Rock to the sound of Larry Miller at the Memorial Hall this March
Larry Miller, "the fieriest, fruitiest, ballsiest guitarist you’re likely to hear!" (Classic Rock Magazine) will be playing Wincanton Memorial Hall on Saturday 1st March. Get your tickets to this event quickly – limited numbers available!
Next Wincanton Street Market is on Easter Sunday 2014
Wincanton's Sunday Street Market launches for 2014 on Easter Sunday, 20th April, in the High Street. New stall-holders and charities are welcome to get involved.
A jumble sale for the River Cale
C.A.T.C.H. (Community Action to Transform Cale Habitat) will be holding a jumble sale at The Balsam Centre on Saturday 8th February 2014 and are appealing for any items you may be able to donate.