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Old Time Jazz comes to Charlton Horethorne

10 Feb 2:16pm
By Anthony Magson
Old Time Jazz comes to Charlton Horethorne

As part of the Take Art Rural Touring service, Fumi Okiji’s Old Time Jazz Band will be visiting Charlton Horethorne Village Hall on Thursday 12th February at 7.30pm.

Town Council Surgeries & Election Hustings in Wincanton

09 Feb 12:37pm
By John Smith
Town Council Surgeries & Election Hustings in Wincanton

Saturday Surgeries, started by Wincanton Town Council last autumn, have now begun a new series of Surgeries for 2015 to hear residents’ views. Additionally, prospective candidates for both Town and District Councils will attend a Hustings in April.

C.A.T.C.H. Litter Pick Along the River Cale – Sunday 1st March 2015

05 Feb 5:17pm
By Steve Lee
C.A.T.C.H. Litter Pick Along the River Cale – Sunday 1st March 2015

Community action group C.A.T.C.H. will be carrying out their next litter pick along the River Cale on Sunday 1st March 2015. As always, the group would like to invite any willing volunteers to join them on the day from 9.00am.

Prestigious National Award & New Premises for KD Grooming Studio

04 Feb 6:13pm
By John Smith
Prestigious National Award & New Premises for KD Grooming Studio

Kelly Davis and the team at KD Grooming Studio have plenty to shout about. Winning the prestigious national accolade of Grooming Business of the Year (2014) came just days before moving into new, bigger premises in Wincanton.

A Time for Gifts – Inheritance Tax Tips from Battens Solicitors

03 Feb 4:15pm
By Naomi Dyer
A Time for Gifts – Inheritance Tax Tips from Battens Solicitors

Are you worried that the value of your property, cash and investments may leave your loved ones facing large Inheritance Tax bills? How can you ensure that you leave more of your estate to your loved ones? Naomi Dyer investigates...

Bruton Dub Club Celebrates Six Months on 14th February

01 Feb 10:28am
By Mat Runacre
Bruton Dub Club Celebrates Six Months on 14th February

The Bruton Dub Club celebrates its first six months with their show on Saturday 14th February, featuring the return of Trench City, Roots Inspiration Sound, MC Clapper Priest, MC Mvp, MC Levi P and DJ Raw Footage. It will be sweaty!

Brue Valley Rotary Club Charity Concert on 12th February

31 Jan 4:49pm
By Andrew de Mora
Brue Valley Rotary Club Charity Concert on 12th February

King Arthur’s School, Wincanton has kindly provided the venue for a fund-raising Concert organised by Brue Valley Rotary Club to help a project to support young adults who have grown up in Bulgarian children’s homes.

Another Thank You From The Wincanton Live At Home Scheme

30 Jan 10:37am
By Rebecca Thurgood
Another Thank You From The Wincanton Live At Home Scheme

Another busy year for the Wincanton Live At Home Scheme, none of which would have been possible without the work put in by our fantastic volunteers, or the support of a number of businesses and organisations in Wincanton and South Somerset.

New Year, New Kits For Wincanton Town FC Youth

29 Jan 11:07am
By Sean Chapman
New Year, New Kits For Wincanton Town FC Youth

Wincanton Town FC (Youth Section) has started 2015 with five of our teams having new kits, which have been kindly donated by local businesses.

Spring Clean Wincanton!

27 Jan 3:54pm
By Katie Petre-Mears
Spring Clean Wincanton!

Be part of the Big Spring Clean Up! The Town Team is working on a fantastic project called 'Spring Clean Wincanton', a two day clean-up operation in the town, in which they hope to involve as many people as possible.

Horsington & South Cheriton Villager Magazine for February 2015

27 Jan 11:30am
By Jane Jones
Horsington & South Cheriton Villager Magazine for February 2015

All the events and contacts for Horsington and South Cheriton in the Villager magazine. This month includes an account of a young resident’s ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro.

The Next C.A.T.C.H. Jumble Sale is on 8th Feb

26 Jan 7:57pm
By Dave Smith
The Next C.A.T.C.H. Jumble Sale is on 8th Feb

C.A.T.C.H. aims to repeat the success of its jumble sale held in the Balsam Centre on the same date last year. To help raise money for the work the team does to clean and protect the river Cale, donate your non-electrical stuff! 11am - 2pm, 30p entry, under 12s free.

Friends of King Arthur’s Bingo Evening

25 Jan 10:46pm
By Jayne Davis
Friends of King Arthur’s Bingo Evening

The Friends of King Arthur’s Community School are holding a Bingo evening on Thursday 5th February to raise funds to buy much needed items for students. Eyes down at 6.30pm – everyone is welcome.

Mother Goose at Wincanton Memorial Hall

23 Jan 1:36pm
By Steve B
Mother Goose at Wincanton Memorial Hall

This year’s Wincanton Amateur Dramatics Society Pantomime is the amazing Mother Goose. Taking place in the Memorial Hall on the 20th and 21st of February, this is sure to be one not to miss. Reserve tickets now.

Town Council Calls Extraordinary Meeting over SSDC Planning Decision

21 Jan 10:37pm
By John Smith
Town Council Calls Extraordinary Meeting over SSDC Planning Decision

Wincanton Town Council called an extraordinary meeting to discuss the SSDC decision to allow temporary access over the Memorial Car Park to the rear of The Dolphin Hotel.

Churches Reunited With Their Flock – Thanks to Wincanton Shepherds

20 Jan 11:16pm
By Penny Ashton
Churches Reunited With Their Flock – Thanks to Wincanton Shepherds

The appeal by Wincanton Churches before Christmas to help find their lost sheep met with a wonderful response by the people of Wincanton. Nearly all are now returned – the shepherd will perhaps keep better watch by night from now on!

Child Health Information Afternoon at the Balsam Centre

19 Jan 4:16pm
By Chloe Gray
Child Health Information Afternoon at the Balsam Centre

All are welcome to the next Patient Participation Group information afternoon on Thursday 29th January at the Balsam Centre, Wincanton, where the subject will be Child Health.

Give Blood - More Donors Needed

15 Jan 1:56pm
By John Baxter
Give Blood - More Donors Needed

On Friday 23rd January the team will be registering new donors and taking blood from donors at Memorial Hall, Wincanton, just at the time when the Health Service needs your blood most. Attend between 1.15pm to 3.15pm or 4.45pm to 7.15pm.

Myakka’s Winter Sale & Special Furniture Clearance Sale

14 Jan 3:34pm
By Andrea Cowan
Myakka’s Winter Sale & Special Furniture Clearance Sale

With our Winter Sale and Special Furniture Clearance Sale, there is an opportunity to save up to a massive 70% on some of our bestselling furniture, accessories, lighting and soft furnishings.

UKIP Public Meeting, Friday 16th January, to Discuss "Wincanton in Crisis"

13 Jan 1:42pm
By Roger Clark
UKIP Public Meeting, Friday 16th January, to Discuss "Wincanton in Crisis"

"Wincanton in Crisis" epitomises the UK’s membership of the EU. Hear UKIP’s message at Horsington Village Hall on Friday 16th January, where topics will include "Wincanton in Crisis" and "Who will tell the truth about the NHS?"

A Reminder of Wincanton Window’s Political Neutrality

12 Jan 5:21pm
By Mandy Cochrane
A Reminder of Wincanton Window’s Political Neutrality

As early as 1st January, my inbox pinged with a new article from a political party – it seems the build-up to the general election will now begin in earnest! Here’s a brief reminder of Wincanton Window’s stance on political matters.

A New Conductor & Programme for Spectra Musica

09 Jan 3:39pm
By Jane Jones
A New Conductor & Programme for Spectra Musica

Peter Leech has joined the choir, Spectra Musica, as their new Musical Director. Find out about their coming programme for 2015.

Wincanton 'People Power' Shuts Down Dancing Lane Building Plans

07 Jan 3:23pm
By John Smith
Wincanton 'People Power' Shuts Down Dancing Lane Building Plans

A District Council Area East meeting on Wednesday 10th December 2014, to include a planning application for new homes near Dancing Lane, was attended at Churchfields by local residents and "Wincanton in Crisis" protesters.

Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza 2014 GALLERY

06 Jan 6:58pm
By John Smith
Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza 2014 <small style='color: blue;'>GALLERY</small>

After all the preparations for the 2014 Extravaganza, the event arrived and was over in three short hours. But it was a time crammed full of fun and celebration, enjoyed by a large buzzing crowd throughout the evening.

Holbrook Health Club – January Open Weekend

05 Jan 6:46pm
By Colin Walker
Holbrook Health Club – January Open Weekend

We invite you to come along to Holbrook Health Club's free open weekend between Friday 9th and Sunday 11th January to try out our facilities for free and take advantage of various special membership offers.

Two Wincantonians Prosecuted for Bruton Hit-and-Run

31 Dec 5:52pm
By John Smith
Two Wincantonians Prosecuted for Bruton Hit-and-Run

Following extensive investigations in to the death of elderly Bruton man David Hick after a hit-and-run accident, Somerset and Avon Police have announced that they will now be prosecuting the people they believe to be responsible.

Retired Resident Injured in Morrison’s Car Park

27 Dec 5:36pm
By John Smith
Retired Resident Injured in Morrison’s Car Park

Retired local resident Frank Coffin was injured in a car accident in the Morrison’s car park on 10th December, and had to be airlifted to Royal United Hospital in Bath.

St Nicholas’ Day Celebrated by Pilgrim Singers Concert VIDEO

23 Dec 10:36am
By John Baxter
St Nicholas’ Day Celebrated by Pilgrim Singers Concert <small style='color: red;'>VIDEO</small>

The 6th of December was St Nicholas’ Day. It was celebrated in the Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul with a memorable charity concert by the Pilgrim Singers, who gave the rapt audience a wonderful, uplifting evening.

Wincanton Carnival to Launch Teenagers' Disco

20 Dec 10:10am
By Tracey Seager
Wincanton Carnival to Launch Teenagers' Disco

The recently formed Wincanton Carnival fundraising team are launching a disco in an attempt to give 11 to 17 year olds a regular night out while raising awareness and much needed funds to bring the carnival back to the town.

Co-op Robbery Update – Two Charged & Appear in Court

19 Dec 1:12pm
By John Smith
Co-op Robbery Update – Two Charged & Appear in Court

A man and woman from Wincanton appeared in court on Tuesday 16th December charged with conspiracy to commit a series of robberies across central and south Somerset.

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