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Pitches available for Somerset Sight’s country house car boot
Bookings for pitches are now being taken for Somerset Sight’s 10th September country house car boot sale at the beautiful Yarlington House, Wincanton. Somerset Sight is the local independent charity supporting blind and visually impaired people all over Somerset.
How to kick cancer in Winky this week
This week is another busy one for Winky Kicks Cancer. Tonight there's Comedy Kicks Cancer at The Nog Inn, and on Saturday the sponsored walk with a twist starts from Uncle Tom's Cabin at noon.
Winky Kicks Cancer 2017 has begun!
The Winky Kicks Cancer 2017 season began on Friday 9th June with an evening of Bingo in the Memorial Hall, and culminates on 5th August with a music festival at the Hunters Lodge, with plenty in between to suit all ages and tastes.
Local dog trainers are taking on Muddy Dog Challenge 2017
Some local dogs and their trainers from DogWise in Mere will be taking on this year's Muddy Dog Challenge; a 5km obstacle course for dog and owner that's unique in the UK, raising money in support of Battersea Dogs & Cats Home.
Macmillan Cancer Support is launching a new volunteer service in our area
Local residents are invited to attend a reception marking the launch of a new volunteer service, "Macmillan Help About Wincanton", which will offer practical help to cancer patients and their families in Wincanton, Bruton, Castle Cary, Shepton Mallet and the surrounding areas, and start later in the summer.
Wincanton journalists invite you to discover Deepest Dorset
How well do you know Dorset? Deepest Dorset, a new book by Wincanton-based journalists Fanny Charles and Gay Pirrie-Weir, explores what is special about this diverse county, discovering many fascinating facts and stories. Available in Papertrees!
Combat Stress Families and Armed Forces Race Day
The second Combat Stress Families and Armed Forces Race Day will be held at Wincanton Racecourse on Sunday 23rd October 2016. It'll be half term and families will enjoy an action packed day of top class jump racing and plenty of entertainment.
Join the World's Biggest Coffee Morning Event at Wincanton Baptist Church
Wincanton Baptist Church will be holding a Macmillan Cancer Care coffee morning on Thursday 22nd September. The event runs between 10:30am and 12:00 noon, when visitors can relax over a nice cuppa, suitably balanced by a yummy home-made cake, or two.
Horsington Farmer to Cycle 2016 Miles Across England for Sport Relief
Chris Bailward, 67, a farmer from Horsington, is departing on a charity cycle ride which takes him back and forth across England on a 2016-mile trek to raise funds for Sport Relief.
Hounds on the Hill Charity Walk
Hounds on the Hill is a 5km charity walk taking place at Ham Hill Country Park on Sunday 22nd May. Brue Valley Rotary Club will be raising funds for Canine Partners. A Fun day for all the family, dogs welcome too.
The Cinnamon Trust Needs Volunteers in the Wincanton Area
The Cinnamon Trust urgently needs dog-walking volunteers to help a resident of Wincanton and Billy, their adorable 3-year-old Bichon Frise, who would love to go for a good walk. Can you help this or other residents with their pets?
Ploughing Match at Lower Zeals to Raise Money for Charity
A group of local people in Charlton Musgrove and Gillingham are working hard to prepare for a charitable ploughing match. The match is to be held on Sunday 6th March between 10.00am and 2.00pm at Lower Zeals, near Mere.
Big Balsam Quiz at The Nog Inn – Thursday 25th February
Wincanton Marathon Man, Berry Bernsen, is holding a Quiz Night at the Nog Inn to help him reach his £1,500 fundraising target. Book a table with friends to make a night of it. Entry includes a bowl of chilli!
Light Up A Life - A Service to Remember Our Loved Ones
St. Margaret's Hospice will be holding a Light Up a Life service in the Parish Church, Wincanton on Saturday 12th December. This is an opportunity to reflect together, remembering family and friends who have illuminated our lives.
Wincanton Racecourse to Host First Ever Side-Saddle Charity Flat Race
On Sunday 25th October Wincanton will stage the first ever side-saddle charity flat race on a British racecourse in celebration of the Somerset track’s two season association with the Southern Spinal Injuries Trust.
Horsington Open Tees Off for Another Year
Horsington Open Charity Golf competition is now in its third year. Open to all comers, it takes place on Friday October 23rd at Henstridge Golf Club. Enter at the Half Moon, Horsington, or the White Horse, South Cheriton.
Country House Car Boot Sale at Yarlington House
You are invited to The Country House Car Boot Sale on Sunday 13th September 2015, 9.00am to 2.30pm at Yarlington House, with profits going to Somerset Sight, helping visually impaired people in Somerset.
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.
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.
10 Year Old Tempest Cuts Hair for Winky Kicks Cancer
Ten year old Tempest will have her locks cut off next week to raise money for Winky Kicks Cancer. Her hair will then be donated to the Little Princess Trust to make wigs for children suffering hair loss through cancer treatment.
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