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Wincanton Health Centre Invites Feedback at Public Meeting
Wincanton Health Centre is offering patients the chance to ask questions about its services at a Public Meeting on Wednesday 16th September, 6:30pm, at Wincanton Memorial Hall.
Annual Fete Raises £2,190 for Wincanton Community Hospital
With the kind help of hospital staff, Friends and volunteers, Wincanton’s Community Hospital Annual Fete was a huge success, raising much-needed funds for the hospital and ensuring a fun afternoon for all who attended.
Playday Start Time Error
South Somerset have announced that there is an error in their poster for today’s Playday in Wincanton. The poster shows the event running between 10am and 1pm. The event actually starts at 1pm and runs through till 4pm. Please pass the word to everyone you know.
Wincanton Skate Jam 2015 VIDEO
Wincanton hosted its first Skate Jam back on 12th August, attracting participants from as far as Yeovil to the free youth day. Spectators were treated to a stunning show of acrobatic skills.
Wincanton Camera Club Annual Exhibition 2015 at Wincanton Library
Wincanton Library hosts the annual exhibition of photographs taken by members of the Wincanton Camera Club, until Saturday 5th September.
Would You Like to Join Wincanton Choral Society?
If you enjoy choral singing, Wincanton Choral Society is open to everyone (no auditions). The high quality, amateur choir rehearses once a week and is led by a professional musical director and presents to concerts each year.
Open Day at Kimbers' – Your Local Farm Shop
Open Day at Kimbers' Farm Shop on Sunday 16th August – lots to do and everyone is welcome. Plus news from the farm, three awards from Taste of the West, plans for local meat and milk delivery, and concerns over milk prices.
Wincanton’s Lifesaving Defibrillator is Ready for Use
Thanks to the Brue Valley Rotary Club Wincanton has recently joined Castle Cary and Bruton in having a publically accessible debfibrillator unit.
Multi-Million Pound Boost for Local Economy
An international food producer is set to boost the local economy after buying a £3.7m site at Wincanton Business Park, adding significant numbers of jobs and opportunities to the local supply chain.
Sandbag – Wincanton RBL Newsletter for July 2015
News and events from the Wincanton branch of the Royal British Legion. A summary and link to the full edition of the newsletter.
Community Peace Garden Official Opening Saturday 8th August
The opening of the Community Peace Garden, between the High Street and The Balsam Centre, on Saturday 8th August completes the restoration of the site owned by The Religious Society of Friends (Quakers).
Wincanton Celebrations Mark 70th Anniversary of End of World War II
Wincanton Town Council, in conjunction with the Royal British Legion, is planning a whole weekend of different events to mark the 70th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.
Sponsored Swim for Guide Dogs for the Blind Association
On Sunday 13th September there will be a sponsored swim at the Wincanton Sports Centre swimming pool in aid of the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association.
The Nicholson Lecture at Maperton Church – Saturday 8th August
This year’s Nicholson Lecture is given by distinguished speaker Graham Mottram. It follows the careers of Lieutenant Rex Warneford and Squadron Commander Richard Bell-Davies, the first naval aviators to win the Victoria Cross, one hundred years ago.
Summer Exhibition of Watercolours – “Vintage Flowers” by Lucy M. Jenkins
A series of watercolour paintings by Lucy M. Jenkins will be shown at Divine Wines in Wincanton throughout August. The paintings feature garden and wild flowers in vintage floral chinaware, bringing together industry with nature.
Mustang Sally and More at Pen Selwood’s Summer Fete
Pen Selwood celebrates 61 years of our traditional Village Fete on Saturday 1st August. Held in the centre of the village between the Community Field, Village Hall and St Michael’s Church, the three beneficiaries of all profits.
Business Grant Made Available in Wincanton, Castle Cary & Bruton Areas
A business grant is being made available by South Somerset District Council to help businesses in the Wincanton, Castle Cary and Bruton areas of South Somerset.
Bruton Road Works – Don’t Be Confused by the Signs in Wincanton!
Don’t be confused by road closure signs in Wincanton that actually refer to resurfacing works shortly being carried out in Bruton. Silver Street in Wincanton is NOT closed!
Fire Crew Rescues 400kg Cow from Cesspit in Templecombe
On Tuesday 21st July, a cow weighing approx 400kg fell into a domestic water treatment plant after breaking through protective fencing and was rescued with the help of Devon and Somerset Fire & Rescue Service.
Robert Frith Optometrists Reach Out to the Housebound
Are you eligible to receive care from Robert Frith Optometrists’ Mobile Eye Care Service? We have extended our patient services to include a wide area around Wincanton, including new locations in Wiltshire.
Free Business Start-Up Awareness Session Coming to Wincanton
In conjunction with Somerset Business Agency, South Somerset District Council is hosting a free business start-up awareness session in Wincanton on Wednesday 22nd July.
Treasure Hunt in Charlton Horethorne
On Sunday 26th July intrepid adventurers will have the opportunity to take part in a treasure hunt on foot around the leafy lanes of Charlton Horethorne, looking for house names which match the cryptic clues they are given.
Somerset & Dorset Animal Rescue – Cream Tea Afternoon
Help Somerset & Dorset Animal Rescue raise funds for the many animals they care for by joining them for a cream tea afternoon, with live music, stalls and a raffle, on Saturday 18th July.
C.A.T.C.H. Action Day on Sunday 19th July – Balsam Bashing
The C.A.T.C.H. team have organised a public action day for this Sunday, 19th July, for the specific purpose of pulling up Himalayan Balsam, an invasive, non-native plant species that takes over the river bank and damages the ecosystem.
Wincanton Sunday Market Seeks New Management
Sunday 19th July will see the final Wincanton Sunday Market to be run by Wincanton Town Team. The Team will attempt to pass on the management to others after establishing the market with a promising start.
Memories of Working Life in Wincanton
Members of the Wincanton Museum and History Society recently enjoyed an evening bringing to life working days at Cow and Gate, when it was one of the largest employers in Wincanton.
James Scott, Local Litigator & Consultant Solicitor
James Scott is a Maperton-based litigator and an advocate who has acquired, in the course of over 30 years in private practice, a wide-ranging experience of many aspects of English law.
Council Outrage at Dancing Lane Appeal Success
With the Verrington development appeal only a few days away, the town is in shock after a decision made by the Planning Inspectorate Chairman to allow the construction of 25 more houses on land west of Dancing Lane.
Dancing Lane Developments & the Impact on Wincanton Community Hospital
Appeal has followed appeal, and still the future of the site at Dancing Lane adjacent to Wincanton Community Hospital is undecided. The latest appeal will take place on Tuesday 14th July in SSDC offices in Wincanton, and will be open to the public.
South Somerset Playdays Are Coming to Wincanton - July and August 2015
After successful summer events in 2014, Wincanton Town Council has been working to bring South Somerset Playdays back to Wincanton, Bruton and Henstridge, with more excitement over the summer holidays.