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New Farmers' Market For Milborne Port
We are holding our first ever Farmers' Market in Milborne Port on Sunday 4th March. This will be a regular event held on the first Sunday of each month at The Queens Head on the London Road, Milborne Port.
Marvellous March at Wincanton Racecourse
During March Wincanton Racecourse will host three marvellous consumer race days, with free admissions on 8th March, a Legends of Cheltenham theme on 9th March and fun for younger ones on Children's Day on 25th March.
Police Investigate Theft of Wrought Iron Gates From Church
Overnight on Tuesday 21st February to Wednesday 22nd February 2012 a pair of large wrought iron gates measuring 6ft wide by 5.6ft high, were stolen from All Saints Church, Castle Cary.
'The Mountains of Moab' - Diary of a British Cavalryman
Holbrook House is pleased to announce a fascinating talk on Saturday 10th March 2012 about the personal account of Corporal Edward Victor Godrich of the Queen's Own Worcestershire Hussars (1908 to 1919).
Milborne Port Play Area Gets £10,000 Boost from SSDC Area East
A group of young people with a vision to transform a play area in Milborne Port has received a £10,000 boost from South Somerset District Council. Councillors voted unanimously to support the SK8PIPEDREAM project, which aims to transform the Gainsborough area into a community space for all ages to enjoy.
Spring has Sprung, So Time for a Visit to Rochfords
Apart from the past couple of weeks of 'Siberian' temperatures, this year has so far been positively tropical by comparison to last. The grass has barely stopped growing and the daffodils in town are already a riot of colour.
BBC Somerset Bus Visits Wincanton
The BBC Somerset outside broadcast bus has come to Wincanton! They will be broadcasting live from Morison's car park between 9.00am and 12.00pm.
Wincanton Museum is to be Reborn
Having been homeless since 2010, a brighter future is now within reach for Wincanton Museum following collaborative talks with SCC Libraries Department and Wincanton Town Council. Just one hurdle remains - can you help?
Jean Peter Uses the Gym
Twice a week Mrs Jean Peter is to be found quietly working out in the gym at Wincanton Sports Centre. It is an inspiring story.
FREE* Green Skills Workshops at Carymoor in February & March
Come and learn how to lay a hedge, construct a path or weave a willow screen in the beautiful surroundings of Carymoor Environmental Centre near Castle Cary. Includes delicious home-made soup and cake!
Burglaries in Corton Denham
Avon and Somerset Constabulary are appealing for information from the public to assist with enquiries in relation to two burglaries in the village of Corton Denham.
Still Cleaning Up The Town - Adam's Update for 2012
Currently I am tidying up Shadwell Lane from Shatterwell Shoots to the bend adjacent to the Town Mill (Travis Perkins in new money). The task involves removing brambles and ivy which are extending well into the road.
Jessica's House - New Children's Dress Agency
Katie Petre-Mears, owner of Jessica's House, 4 Market Place, Wincanton, is looking to set up a new designer/good quality high street children's dress agency in Wincanton.
Meeting Dates Set to Discuss Updated Draft Core Strategy
Work to develop a plan that will shape the district over the next twenty years is continuing, with updated proposals being considered by South Somerset district councillors in the coming months.
A Photographic Exhibition Records the Pope's 2010 UK Visit
An exhibition of stunning photographs taken during the papal visit to the United Kingdom in 2010 will be on display in the cloister at St Luke and St Teresa’s, South Street, Wincanton from Sunday 12th February.
Who is The Shadwell Lane Fly-Tipper?
Caught red-handed but as yet unidentified, I'd like to catch up with the fly-tipper from a flat in Shadwell Lane whom I saw throwing a broken TV into the brambles and down the riverbank.
Wincanton Racecourse Tempts Men to Get Down on One Knee
To help ease the burden of wedding day expenses, Wincanton Racecourse is offering all couples who get engaged on Valentine's Day (February 14th) or on Leap Year Day (February 29th) a half price reduction on room hire.
Wincanton Racecourse Ready For Champion Hurdle Trial
Saturday, February 18th 2012 sees Wincanton Racecourse host its seasonal highlight - Bathwick Tyres Kingwell Hurdle Raceday - with a noteworthy £122,000 total prize fund. Bring the family for some top quality racing!
Feathery February! Half-Term Fun at Carymoor Environmental Centre
Visit Carymoor Environmental Centre this half-term for some Feathery February Fun! Carymoor will be celebrating National Nest Box Week with family activities inspired by our feathered friends!
Criminal Damage Spoils Children's Play at Wincanton Recreation Ground
Between Friday 27th January and Monday 30th January 2012 a wooden bench and children's climbing frame were damaged in the cricket field location at Pines Close, Wincanton. The wooden bench was totally broken but staff managed to mend the climbing frame.
Parking Charges in Wincanton - Wincanton Town Council's Proposals
Wincanton Town Council sets out its proposals following negotiations with South Somerset District Council, and last week's vote at a public meeting, to keep car parking free in Wincanton.
David Heath: Parking Charges Are A Threat To Our Traders
David Heath speaks about the issues raised by threats of car parking charges in South Somerset market towns like Castle Cary.
Wincanton Choral Society Gets Rave Reviews For Christmas Concert
Wincanton Choral Society has grown to a choir of over 100 members. The regular and appreciative audience for the concerts performed at Christmas and Easter is testimony to its popularity, for which support the choir is grateful.
Improve Your Health In Two Minutes Using The BodyTalk System
This Thursday 2nd February 2012 Wincanton Positive Living Group welcomes guest speaker Kat Knecht who will show us how to improve our health in two minutes using the BodyTalk system. Come and join us for an evening of enlightenment!
Horsington & South Cheriton 'Villager' Magazine - February 2012
The Villager is the monthly magazine for Horsington and South Cheriton. Read the summary of February's edition and download the full magazine in PDF format.
Wassail Evening Raises £850 for Wincanton Community Hospital
Brue Valley Rotary Club successfully revived an ancient tradition and, in doing so, raised the grand sum of £850 for Wincanton Community Hospital.
Parking Charges - Locals Vote to Increase Town Council Precept
A report of the crowded public meeting in Churchfields which discussed the potential introduction of car parking charges. An overwhelming majority voted in favour of accepting an increase in the precept rate in order to keep the car parks free.
Quad Bike Stolen From North Brewham - Can You Help?
A quad bike was stolen from a farm in North Brewham in Bruton during the night of Friday 20th 2012 to Saturday 21st January 2012.
Wincanton Racecourse 2012 Season Fixtures
With ten race fixtures still ahead of us here at Wincanton Racecourse, plan your days out and join us for an exciting season of racing in 2012.
Unleash Your Positivity With NLP: An Evening Of Discovery!
This Thursday 26th January 2012, Wincanton Positive Living Group will be welcoming guest speaker Ben Grassby who will give a talk entitled 'Unleash Your Positivity with NLP'. Come and join us for an interactive evening of exploration and fun.