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The R.N.L.I. (Royal National Lifeboat Institution)
Funded entirely by charitable donations and saving lives at sea since 1824. Is there a local group? YES, despite being about forty miles from the sea.
Red Cross in Wincanton
The Wincanton Local Group is part of Somerset Red Cross which is part of the British Red Cross which is a member of the International Red Cross. It is the largest humanitarian organisation in the world and has been serving mankind for more than 135 years.
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance
Averaging 2-3 missions daily, the air ambulance provides the speediest help and transport to those in emergency need who are a long way from hospital help.
Cancer Research Campaign
Cancer Research UK (commonly known as CRUK) is probably one of the best known charities, but to give a little bit of background it is best summed up by our vision statement: "Together we will beat cancer."
Arthritis Research Campaign, Wincanton Branch
ARC is the only major charity in the UK solely committed to curing arthritis. ARC fund research into the different causes and treatments of arthritis, in order to make the lives of sufferers as pain-free as possible.
St Margaret's Somerset Hospice Opens New High Street Shop
On Friday 4th September a crowd of visitors, well wishers and potential customers filled Wincanton High Street to see the Mayor of Wincanton, David Marsh, cut the ribbon to officially open the new St. Margaret's Furniture Shop.
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