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'Well Risen'! Parish Church's Cookbook Launching Soon UPDATED
All the contributions have been sent in and 'Well Risen' is with the printers - put Saturday 12th November in your diary, as the book will be launched at the Parish Church's Christmas Shopping Coffee Morning! New venue: Papertrees in the High Street
New Pre-School Dream Looking Real for Our Lady's
For the last year, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Primary School has been quietly working towards the provision of a new pre-school. Now they seek the views of potential users to help bring the dream closer to reality.
Wincanton Choral Society Christmas Concert
Wincanton Choral Society will be presenting a Christmas Concert at Wincanton Sports Centre in December, filled with festive spirit.
Mini Tennis Teams Have Fun at Wincanton Tennis Club
Congratulations to the young winners of the successful 'Mini Tennis Pairs Tournament' at Wincanton Tennis Club on Sunday 9th October.
More Time Agreed To Develop The Plan For South Somerset
South Somerset District Council has agreed to allow more time to develop a plan that will shape the district up until 2028.
Unfair Labelling of New Barns Says Wincanton PCSO
Jenny Maynard, writing on behalf of our Neighbourhood Policing Team speaks out against some myths, rumours and remarks which have been doing the rounds and makes clear the facts about local crime.
Wincanton Poppy Appeal 2011
2011 is a big year for the Royal British Legion, being its 90th anniversary year. Wincanton RBL will launch their Poppy Appeal in Wincanton Memorial Hall with a Gala Concert being given by Wincanton Silver Band on 29th October.
Wincanton Scout and Guide Show 2011
Come and join us for an evening of variety and laughter, from 26th to 28th October. The cast of young and not-so-young aged from five to over eighty will entertain you with songs, dance and sketches.
Castle Cary Community Police Go Back To School
Officers from the Castle Cary Neighbourhood Policing team go back to school on Thursday 20th October 2011 as part of a pilot community project aimed at building rapport and engaging with local parents and students.
Live 'n' Deadly - Half Term Fun at Carymoor
Become a deadly detective during October half term and solve a wildlife crime at Carymoor Environmental Centre! Explore our nature reserve to find clues and deduce who's eaten who.
Twitter Hacking Warning
Last night our Twitter account was hacked by unscrupulous scoundrels who have sent direct messages to all who follow us on Twitter - do not attempt to reply to these messages, click on any links or give your Twitter login details.
Jessica's House - Local Art in the Heart of Wincanton
"Embarking on a new career in retail has proved challenging but rewarding" says Katie, the new owner of Jessica's House, soon to open in the Market Place, Wincanton.
Introducing Your New Editor - And Thanking The Old
After two years as Editor, John Baxter has stepped down to concentrate on writing and helping other people to contribute to Wincanton Window. I'd like to introduce myself, your new Editor, and thank John for all his hard work.
Christmas Fair at Wincanton Racecourse
Somerton & Frome Conservatives Christmas Fair will be held on Thursday, 20th October at Wincanton Racecourse Marquee from 10.00am to 3.30pm. The entrance fee of £3 will be given to Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance.
Maasai Warriors Come to Wincanton Church
Come and enjoy the unique performance of the Maasai Warriors in St Peter and St Pauls Church Wincanton on Saturday 29th October. The Troupe's performances are stunning, and give every audience an unforgettable experience.
Wessex Diaries, Sketches from Life in Hardy Country
Horsington author John Vallins has written 'Country Diaries' for the Guardian newspaper for nearly 20 years. Now a selection of his 'diaries' have been published in a new hardback, with a book launch and signing in Castle Cary on Saturday 15th October.
Charlton Croquet Club Gala Dinner
In order to improve the Charlton Croquet Club's ground and facilities, a fund-raising campaign has been launched and, as part of this initiative, a fantastic Gala Dinner is being held on Friday 14th October at Charlton Horethorne Village Hall.
Elegant Home Has a Double Celebration
Anna Cuff reports on a successful second year and the opening of a second branch of Elegant Home in Langport as she prepares for a fresh range of fashion and home furnishings to arrive this autumn.
You Are What You Eat - The Making of a Nutritionist
My children each have their own health issues. Preferring natural remedies, I trained as a nutritionist-herbalist to help them and it’s made a big difference to our family. If it works for us, I can help it work for you.
Sandbag - Wincanton RBL Newsletter: September 2011
News and stories from the Wincanton and District Branch of the Royal British Legion. Read a summary of the September Newsletter or download the full edition, complete with photographs, in pdf format.
Eddie is Back with a Great New Men's Barbershop
This month sees the return of Wincanton's specialist barbershop for men just by the entrance to the Co-Op.
Vandalism in our Communities - Who Pays the Price?
Vandalism has created the headlines in all the media. Sadly Wincanton, Castle Cary, and Bruton are not immune to this sickness. Every incident involves collateral damage that can cause far greater damage to both the owner of the premises, and our community.
Wincanton Twinners Home and Away
A summary of the Wincanton, Gennes/les Rossier Twinning for 2010/11. A great time had by all both in France and here in Wincanton.
Screen Bites Food Film Festival Returns to Wincanton
Screen Bites Food Film Festival is back at Wincanton, with a selection of delicious food and the wonderful film Julie and Julia, in the King Arthur's School PEC on Tuesday 11th October.
A Murder Mystery Evening at King Arthur's
Come along to King Arthur's for an evening of fun and test your powers of deduction! Thursday 13th October 2011, 7.30pm.
More Awards for The Nog: Regional Pub of the Year!
In a turn of events that The Nog Inn's owners Will and Amy call "amazing and unexpected", one of Wincanton's favourite real ale pubs has impressed incognito judges to become CAMRA's Wessex Regional Pub of the Year.
Quaker Outreach Week 1st - 9th October at Wincanton Meeting House UPDATED
Make peace a way of life: this year's theme launches several events at Wincanton Meeting House and elsewhere - come along and find out about Quakers. Join in, take a chance to reflect, ask questions and enjoy the refreshments.
Horsington & South Cheriton Villager Magazine - October 2011
The Villager is the monthly magazine for Horsington and South Cheriton. Read a summary of October's edition and download the full magazine in PDF format.
The 2011 Christmas Extravaganza is on Friday 2nd December
OK, so Christmas is almost three months away. But the planning started ages ago.
What's an Arboriculturist? Jonathan Astill Aims to Shed Some Light
"Arbolist... look up the word. I don't know, maybe I made it up. Anyway it's an arbo-tree-ist, somebody who knows about trees.” (George W. Bush). Poor old George 'Dubya' wouldn’t be the first person to get a little confused. Perhaps I can explain.