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Free Business Start-Up Awareness Session Coming to Wincanton

Tue 21 Jul 2015
By South Somerset District Council
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.

Wincanton Chamber AGM 2015

Wed 8 Jul 2015
By John Smith
Wincanton Chamber AGM 2015

Wincanton Chamber will be holding its AGM on Wednesday 15th July at The Bear Inn (Sweetman Hall) starting at 7:30pm. The agenda will include the election of a new committee and officers to represent the community over the next year. An opportunity for a clean slate and a new direction.

Next Wincanton Chamber Meeting – Friday 19th June

Thu 18 Jun 2015
By John Smith
Next Wincanton Chamber Meeting – Friday 19th June

Having re-branded from Wincanton Businesses Together to “Wincanton Chamber”, the group is holding its first meeting under their new banner on Friday 19th at The Bear Inn, Wincanton. The meeting will start at 6.30pm and all business representatives are welcome.

Wincanton Businesses Together is Re-Branding

Wed 27 May 2015
By John Smith
Wincanton Businesses Together is Re-Branding

Wincanton Businesses Together (the Chamber of Trade and Commerce for Wincanton & District) is re-branding to “Wincanton Chamber”. Join the launch event at The Bear on Friday 29th May.

Business Views Sought for Neighbourhood Plan

Wed 18 Mar 2015
By Matt Day
Business Views Sought for Neighbourhood Plan

The Wincanton Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group is appealing to the local business community for help to ensure that their aspirations for growth, and future requirement for premises, are taken into account when the plan is drafted.

Heart of Wessex Funding Advice Workshop

Mon 10 Nov 2014
By Sarah Dyke-Bracher
Heart of Wessex Funding Advice Workshop

If you’re thinking of starting a new business and need financial assistance to get your project off to a flying start, a Heart of Wessex Funding Advice Workshop will take place in the Balsam Centre, Wincanton on Thursday 27th November.

Wincanton Post Office is a Finalist for National Retas Award

Mon 19 May 2014
By John Smith
Wincanton Post Office is a Finalist for National Retas Award

Congratulations to Wincanton Post Office on reaching the final six in the 2014 Retas Awards, a prestigious event aimed at retailers within the greeting cards industry. To reach the final is a superb accolade to Wincanton Post Office's efforts.

Defence Secretary Philip Hammond MP Visits Henshaw Inflatables

Tue 6 May 2014
By Harriet Warburton
Defence Secretary Philip Hammond MP Visits Henshaw Inflatables

On 23rd April, the Rt Hon. Philip Hammond MP, Secretary of State for Defence, visited the successful local business Henshaw Inflatables, a world-leader in providing RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boats) to military facilities worldwide.

Building Your International Business from Home

Thu 3 Apr 2014
By Pauline Moylan
Building Your International Business from Home

How do you see your life in 5 years' time? That was the question I was asked in December 2011, having taken early retirement, still thinking that my pension would provide enough for me to live in relative comfort...

Henshaw Inflatables asked to help save a DUWK

Mon 6 Jan 2014
By John Smith
Henshaw Inflatables asked to help save a DUWK

Local company Henshaw Inflatables has gained a world class reputation over many years of specialising in the area of RIFs (Rigid Inflatable Floatation). Their reputation has been called on to bring a solution to a little bit of WWII history.

Can the Old Health Centre Spark Rejuvenation for Local Business?

Mon 22 Jul 2013
By Dave Boniface
Can the Old Health Centre Spark Rejuvenation for Local Business?

From initial research to find suitable premises for a new community radio station, our group has unearthed a potential opportunity to turn the old Health Centre building into an enterprise hub for local business. Can it be pulled off?

Women In Business - Wincanton Networking Group

Tue 18 Dec 2012
By Jacqui Frampton
Women In Business - Wincanton Networking Group

WIBN is a business networking organisation for women only. The Wincanton branch of WIBN meets locally once a month for a sociable lunch and business networking. With professional exclusivity for members, the opportunities are extensive - why not visit us?

New! Wincanton Business Networking Group Promotes Local Business

Wed 7 Nov 2012
By John Smith
New! Wincanton Business Networking Group Promotes Local Business

The new Wincanton Business Networking Group provides a valuable forum for all local businesses. All are welcome, there's no membership fee and for the cost of a good breakfast you can take advantage of this great networking opportunity.

Wincanton Jobs Lost at Waverly TBS

Wed 17 Oct 2012
By John Smith
Wincanton Jobs Lost at Waverly TBS

Not too long ago we lost jobs in Wincanton with the closure of The Adams Cheese Packing Plant. Now, unfortunately, we’ve seen job losses at Waverly TBS, a major drinks wholesaler with a depot on the Wincanton Business Park.

SSDC Makes Market Towns "Fight Over Scraps"

Sun 14 Oct 2012
By John Smith
SSDC Makes Market Towns "Fight Over Scraps"

Why does SSDC give Yeovil the lion's share of a £100,000 grant, whilst other Market Towns have to fight for scraps from the leftovers? There's a growing feeling of dissatisfaction at the way in which SSDC administers finances.

When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Going

Wed 12 Sep 2012
By John Smith
When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Going

What can a small market town like Wincanton do when a double dip recession occurs? Well, it seems that proper prior planning can actually help when times get tough.

Celebration - Can Wincanton Emulate the Olympic Feel-Good Factor?

Fri 7 Sep 2012
By John Smith
Celebration - Can Wincanton Emulate the Olympic Feel-Good Factor?

We all like to celebrate, because it’s good for us. Having just celebrated another annual event in my life, and having witnessed the greatest sporting show in the world, the UK, and Wincanton, is a great place to be.

Economical Weather in Wincanton - It Never Rains But it Pours

Mon 30 Jul 2012
By John Smith
Economical Weather in Wincanton - It Never Rains But it Pours

I hope the Olympics will be an amazing success, leaving long-lasting economic benefits for the people of the immediate area and the nation. But in the business world we need to be on our guard to protect the town's commerce.

The Purple Poppy Seeks Traders for New High Street Emporium

Wed 28 Mar 2012
By Tracey Seagar
The Purple Poppy Seeks Traders for New High Street Emporium

The Purple Poppy is seeking other traders interested in the possibility of establishing a new emporium in Wincanton High Street. Read on if you trade in toys, gifts, crafts, antiques and curiosities.

Katie's Town Team Needs Your Ideas

Tue 20 Mar 2012
By John Baxter
Katie's Town Team Needs Your Ideas

Katie Petre-Mears is the co-ordinator of the Town Team bidding to be one of the twelve pilot schemes being launched by the government to stimulate the regeneration of small towns. She needs your help and ideas and needs them NOW.

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