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Cabinet Minister visits Henstridge Riding for the Disabled facility

Sun 26 Jan 2014
By Harriet Warburton
Cabinet Minister visits Henstridge Riding for the Disabled facility

The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, the Rt. Hon Maria Miller, recently visited Pevlings Farm, a Riding for the Disabled facility in North Cheriton, near Templecombe.

Wincanton Workhouse – Life in a Rural Workhouse

Sat 14 Dec 2013
By P.W. Randell
Wincanton Workhouse – Life in a Rural Workhouse

Christmas Day in Wincanton Workhouse. It was a bleak time, especially for children and in the early years of its existence. For the inmates it was hard to tell Christmas Day from any other day. An interesting story of Wincanton's history.

A Pair of Boots Arrive in Wincanton on Their Final Journey

Wed 16 Oct 2013
By Roger Lowe
A Pair of Boots Arrive in Wincanton on Their Final Journey

The boots of Trevor Antill, the creator of the Monarch's Way, have arrived in Wincanton after covering over two thirds of their final journey in dedication to Trevor's memory.

New Forest Day Trip Including Entry to the Hampshire Teddy Bear Fair

Mon 14 Oct 2013
By Lesley McLintic
New Forest Day Trip Including Entry to the Hampshire Teddy Bear Fair

Enjoy a Day Trip to the beautiful New Forest including entry to the Autumn Hampshire Teddy Bear Fair on 20th October 2013. This trip is being organized by South West Coaches with pick-up points in Wincanton, Yeovil and surrounding areas.

Would You Like to Appear on ITV1's Secret Dealers?

Wed 19 Dec 2012
By Katy Roberts
Would You Like to Appear on ITV1's Secret Dealers?

ITV1's Secret Dealers is starting production on its fourth series and is looking to film in Somerset. If you have a passion for collecting antiques and would like to appear on the programme please get in touch!

A 60-Year Celebration for Jeff and Molly Kingaby

Thu 28 Jun 2012
By John Baxter
A 60-Year Celebration for Jeff and Molly Kingaby

A Diamond Jubilee is quite an event and not just for the Queen. Jeff Kingaby, for years the tireless Secretary of Wincanton Museum, and his wife Molly are celebrating their Diamond wedding anniversary.

A Special Ceremony and a Jubilee Medal for Wincanton's Fire-fighters

Wed 27 Jun 2012
By John Smith
A Special Ceremony and a Jubilee Medal for Wincanton's Fire-fighters

Each time our firemen go out they put their lives on the line to save others. In my book they all deserve a medal. And that's exactly what they’re getting! But who are they all and what do they do?

Baby Guinea Pigs Stolen from Balsam Fields

Tue 3 Apr 2012
By Tracey Seager
Baby Guinea Pigs Stolen from Balsam Fields

Our two baby guinea pigs were stolen from their hutch in Balsam Fields on Sunday night. Barely four weeks old, they aren't yet old enough to be away from their mum. One baby is on antibiotics so even more at risk.

BBC Somerset Bus Visits Wincanton

Thu 23 Feb 2012
By John Smith
BBC Somerset Bus Visits Wincanton

The BBC Somerset outside broadcast bus has come to Wincanton! They will be broadcasting live from Morison's car park between 9.00am and 12.00pm.

Wessex Diaries, Sketches from Life in Hardy Country

Thu 13 Oct 2011
By John Vallins
Wessex Diaries, Sketches from Life in Hardy Country

Horsington author John Vallins has written 'Country Diaries' for the Guardian newspaper for nearly 20 years. Now a selection of his 'diaries' have been published in a new hardback, with a book launch and signing in Castle Cary on Saturday 15th October.

Wincanton Stunned by Major Fire - Ten Fire Engines in Attendance

Thu 22 Sep 2011
By John Smith
Wincanton Stunned by Major Fire - Ten Fire Engines in Attendance

Wincanton awoke to the stunning news that we have been host to one of the biggest fires in Somerset for many years.

Gazette Claims "Yobs Go on Rampage"

Tue 30 Aug 2011
By John Baxter
Gazette Claims "Yobs Go on Rampage"

The Gazette placed a sensational story headed "gangs of youths run riot" on its front page, 18th August. Does this tell the whole story?

Rodney Legg's Funeral Celebration

Thu 4 Aug 2011
By Stewart Canham
Rodney Legg's Funeral Celebration

A rather special funeral for a rather special man. Rodney Legg is laid to rest in the beautiful Higher Ground Meadow Burial Ground near Corscombe in Dorset in a service celebrating his remarkable achievements.

Have you seen this cat?

Mon 6 Jun 2011
By Kelly Gosney
Have you seen this cat?

Having a missing pet can be pretty hard to overcome, as they are part of the family. Because they are part of the family, you do anything you can to find them. This is why I wrote this article.

Drunks, Litter and Vandalism - Another Summer in Wincanton Has Begun

Fri 22 Apr 2011
By Mandy Cochrane
Drunks, Litter and Vandalism - Another Summer in Wincanton Has Begun

The recent warm, sunny days hasn't just brought out the flowers - familiar scenes of drunk teenagers at the recreation ground, litter and vandalism seem set to follow the same pattern as last year.

Growing your own Vegetables, Fruit and Herbs

Mon 28 Feb 2011
By Jenny Sparkes
Growing your own Vegetables, Fruit and Herbs

It doesn't need that much space and combines exercise with the satisfaction of putting your own very fresh food on the table.

NatWest “Closed 'till Further Notice” ?

Tue 7 Dec 2010
By John Smith
NatWest “Closed 'till Further Notice” ?

NatWest Bank is adorned by a notice advising that it is closed until further notice, owing to damage from burst pipes.

A Light Shines in the Darkness

Mon 6 Dec 2010
By John Baxter
A Light Shines in the Darkness

Braving an exceptionally cold night a good crowd of Wincantonians assembled in the Market Place to see the lights in the Christmas Tree turned on.

Ruby Wedding Anniversary Raises Children's Ward Funds

Thu 2 Dec 2010
By NHS Media Release
Ruby Wedding Anniversary Raises Children's Ward Funds

Gill and Richard D'Arcy made the most of their ruby wedding anniversary by raising £162.50 for Yeovil District Hospital's children’s outpatient department where their grandson, Luke Brewer, is a regular visitor.

Mayor Richard D'Arcy Presents County Council Award to Mrs Sylvia Pleasants

Wed 17 Nov 2010
By John Baxter
Mayor Richard D'Arcy Presents County Council Award to Mrs Sylvia Pleasants

On behalf of the Chairman of Somerset County Council Wincanton's Mayor presented an award to Sylvia Pleasants for fifty years of contributions to the community at a meeting of Wincanton Town Council on 8th November.

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