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Final Sunday Market of 2014 – Sunday 21st December
The Wincanton Sunday Street Market is fast coming to its season end with the final market of 2014 being held on Sunday 21st December. Come along and pick up some last minute Christmas presents.
New Dementia Care Home Proposed for Wincanton
A public exhibition has been arranged on Friday 19th December in the David Sharp Centre, Wincanton, to illustrate plans for a new dementia care home to be built by Waypoint Dementia Care in Wincanton.
A Family of Karate Experts
Emma Gawler of The Honbu in Wincanton recently passed her 3rd Dan Karate Black Belt to join her brother, James and Father, Pat in becoming the first family to gain expert level in Washinkai Karate.
Boxing Day Racing at Wincanton
Racing on Boxing Day at Wincanton Racecourse is one of the most popular social events in the Somerset calendar. Book your own tickets early, as this year promises to be a sell out.
Poppy Appeal 2014 – British Legion is “Overwhelmed” by Local Generosity
This year’s Poppy Appeal is now virtually finished. Nearly all of the donations have been counted and banked. The total amount of donations stands at £15,635, for which the British Legion would like to thank everyone.
Massive Turnout for Wincanton in Crisis March VIDEO UPDATED
Saturday 6th December saw the biggest demonstration anyone could remember as a protest procession took over almost the whole of the High Street. Concerned locals stepped out to express their feelings about further housing development in Wincanton.
New Chairman for Wincanton Racecourse
The Jockey Club has announced the appointment of Jo Hepburn as Chairman of its Wincanton Racecourse with effect from 1st January 2015. Also announced is the appointment of Geoff Derham to Wincanton’s racecourse committee from the same date.
Remembrance Parade 2014 – Wincanton Pays Tribute VIDEO
Remembrancetide this year was very poignant and very well attended, this being the Centenary of the Great War. During the period many wreaths and crosses were laid at graves and memorials throughout our area.
Wincanton Choral Society Concert - Handel’s ‘Messiah’ on 14th December
You are warmly invited to enjoy the Wincanton Choral Society’s performance of Handel’s ‘Messiah’ on Sunday December 14th at 7.30pm in the Wincanton Sports Centre.
Energy Best Deal Workshop at the Balsam Centre UPDATED
If the cost of heating your home is a worry, the South Somerset Citizens Advice Bureau can help. Their free "Energy Best Deal" workshop on Thursday 22nd January will help you get the best deal from your energy suppliers.
A Beginner's Guide to Neighbourhood Planning
A Neighbourhood Plan for Wincanton is the best mechanism for ensuring that local residents get the development they want. With their new weekly surgery, the Council wants to hear from you to help them create a new Neighbourhood Plan.
Masked Raid at KFC – Can CCTV Footage Help Identify Suspects?
Following a break-in to Wincanton’s KFC in September by a crew of three would-be robbers, Avon and Somerset police have now issued CCTV footage of the suspects and are appealing for information.
Christmas Made Easy – Gorgeous Furniture, Gifts & Accessories from Myakka
Visit Myakka this Christmas for fair trade solid wood furniture, unique, affordable gifts and gorgeous home accessories. Join us for a special late shopping evening, open until 8.00pm on Friday 5th December, complete with mince pies and mulled wine.
Help Wincanton’s Churches Find Their Sheep at the Christmas Extravaganza
Wincanton Churches are concerned that some of their flock (of the knitted variety) are lost in shops in Wincanton. The Churches need your help to find them. The search begins on Friday 5th December at Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza.
Scouts Group Christmas Bazaar on 6th December 2014
The 1st Wincanton Scouts Group is holding their Christmas Bazaar on Saturday 6th December, so do pop along to the Wincanton Memorial Hall at 10.00am for a quiet coffee and a biscuit, and browse around our many stalls.
Wincanton Knife Attack Leaves Man Injured UPDATED
A man was attacked in Angel Lane, Wincanton, by a man wielding a knife and left requiring hospital treatment on Wednesday 26th November. Police have issued a description of the assailant – can you help?
Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza 2014 – Friday 5th December
The 2014 Wincanton Christmas extravaganza will take place on Friday 5th of December 2014, from 5.00pm to 8.00pm. Be sure to visit this well established annual event for an evening full of shopping, entertainment and fun for all the family.
Christmas Gift Day at Holbrook House
Let us help you with your Christmas shopping this year. Everyone is welcome to come along and see what beautiful Christmas gifts we have at Holbrook House on Thursday 4th December.
Horsington & South Cheriton Villager Magazine for December/January
Articles of interest, news and activities for Horsington and South Cheriton, covering December 2014 and January 2015. Read about young explorers in the Namibian desert, a school pilgrimage to Salisbury and much more.
From an Art to a Science – A Talk by Hendrika Foster
In a fascinating and well attended talk to the Wincanton Museum and History Society, Hendrika Foster explored an intriguing topic outlining the history of medicine and how it has shifted from being seen as an art to a science.
Kimbers’ Farm Shop Christmas Tasting – No Need for Wellies!
Make your way to Kimbers’ new mud-free Farm Shop on Wednesday 3rd December! Order your free range turkeys, geese, ducks and chickens at their Christmas Tasting. The shop is also full of other foods, crafts and gifts to buy.
Believe in the Magic – Henstridge Christmas Market on 29th November
Henstridge's Believe in the Magic of Christmas Market is being held again this year at Gartell's Light Railway, Yenston, Templecombe on Saturday 29th November, from 12.00pm – 2.00pm. There will be plenty of entertainment for children and adults alike.
Wincanton Community Hospital Christmas Fayre
The Wincanton Community Hospital Christmas Fayre takes place at the Hospital on Sunday 30th November between 2.00pm and 4.00pm.
Hogswatch is Coming! Jollities Commence 28th November
All fans of the works of Sir Terry Pratchett are invited to come and help the Discworld Emporium celebrate Hogswatch in Wincanton on the 28/29/30th November 2014. There will be fun, jollity, fantastic food and a possibility of quaffing.
Christmas with Dickens – A Talk by David and Jenny Peet
Well known speaker David Peet and his wife Jenny will be giving a talk on Thursday 27th November to Wincanton Museum and History Society about Charles Dickens and his interest in Christmas.
Lawnmower Maintenance Workshop Starting at The Balsam Centre
The Balsam Centre is running some new practical workshops and classes for people who are out of work or unemployed. The latest to start is a Lawnmower Maintenance Workshop. The class will take place every Wednesday at 11.00am.
Wincanton Co-Op Robbed by Armed Thief
On Wednesday 12th November an armed robber entered the Co-Op store and threatened a member of staff just before closure of the store at the end of the day (around 9:55pm).
REPORT: Wincanton Housing Crisis – Public Meeting
On Tuesday 18th November the Sweetman Hall at The Bear Inn was packed for a public meeting called by an informal action group set up to oppose further housing development in Wincanton.
David Rendel, LibDem Parliamentary Candidate, Campaigns in Wincanton
David Rendel was recently in Wincanton, knocking on doors and leading his team in carrying out a residents’ survey, his aim being to meet as many people as possible. In this photo he's with Sheila and Mark Savage of Mundays Mead.
Cherry Pip Marketing – Targeted Leaflet Marketing at Your Service
A well orchestrated leaflet marketing campaign can boost your business for Christmas, New Year and beyond. Cherry Pip Marketing is collaboration between some great minds with backgrounds in marketing, sales and retail at senior management level.