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Wincanton Country Market is celebrating 50 years!

Wed 24 Apr 2019
By Helen Hermanstein Smith
Wincanton Country Market is celebrating 50 years!

Wincanton’s first Country Market was held in 1969. For our market on 3rd May, we'll be celebrating our 50th Anniversary! There'll be samples of our delicious cakes and bakes - and we make the best lemon drizzle in town! Please come and help us mark this special occasion.

Tables are turning in Wincanton at Highstreet Records

Sun 23 Dec 2018
By Alice Glover
Tables are turning in Wincanton at Highstreet Records

Brett has a real passion for vinyl records and opened a great little shop in Wincanton’s Applegarth Emporium last year. He sells an enormous selection of records, and a wide array of audio equipment.

Wincanton Wholefoods is shutting up shop on 27th October

Mon 22 Oct 2018
By John Smith
Wincanton Wholefoods is shutting up shop on 27<sup>th</sup> October

Steve Stapleton of Wincanton Wholefoods has announced his business will close its doors for the last time at end-of-day on 27th October. Make sure to pay at least one final visit to stock up on your favourite products, and use up your loyalty points.

Morrisons in Wincanton is closed due to a water leak open again UPDATED

Thu 26 Jul 2018
By John Smith
Morrisons in Wincanton is <strike>closed due to a water leak</strike> open again <small style='color: blue'>UPDATED</small>

Morrisons in Wincanton is currently closed due to an alleged water leak. There was a growing tailback of vehicles from the site entrance out beyond the roundabout. UPDATE: They're open again.

Farewell my darling Clementina

Wed 28 Feb 2018
By John Smith
Farewell my darling Clementina

At the end of 2017, Wincanton residents were saddened to hear that Mrs Pam Cave had passed away. Better known to many as the owner of Clementina, you may not know about her family heritage, and the contribution she and her family made to the town.

Shopping and services in Wincanton over the festive period

Sun 24 Dec 2017
By John Smith
Shopping and services in Wincanton over the festive period

With Christmas less than a week away we need to remember that the festive season can also result in some disruption to otherwise normal community service time-tables. The following information will hopefully help you to navigate the holiday period.

The Lovington Bakery is taking orders for Christmas Eve

Wed 20 Dec 2017
By John Smith
The Lovington Bakery is taking orders for Christmas Eve

Going the extra mile this Christmas, The Lovington Bakery will be open for business on Christmas Eve (Sunday 24th) between 8am and 12 noon, but you'll want to pre-order to ensure that you get what you need!

Help Myakka support World Elephant Day

Thu 10 Aug 2017
By Andrea Cowan
Help Myakka support World Elephant Day

12th August is World Elephant Day. In support of this important cause, Myakka will be donating 10% of the sales value on any of its full-price elephant products sold during August to the World Elephant Day charity.

New trading barn at Kimbers’ Farm Shop

Tue 25 Jul 2017
By Fanny Charles
New trading barn at Kimbers’ Farm Shop

The Kimber family is opening a new trading area in the Dutch barn next to their popular farm shop. The Somerset Trading Barn will be officially opened on Sunday 30th July by local journalist and food writer Fanny Charles.

Morrisons in Wincanton is now pumping fuel 24/7

Thu 29 Jun 2017
By John Smith
Morrisons in Wincanton is now pumping fuel 24/7

Drivers can now buy fuel at Morrisons in Wincanton 24 hours a day, seven days a week, as part of a plan to upgrade its fuel services throughout the UK. The kiosk will still close at 11pm nightly, though.

Late night Christmas shopping in Wincanton

Wed 30 Nov 2016
By John Smith
Late night Christmas shopping in Wincanton

On Friday 2nd December many Wincanton High Street traders will be keeping their shops open till 7:30pm, so residents and visitors can enjoy some late night Christmas shopping. But that's not all that'll be going on in town that night.

Get ready for Stir-Up Sunday at Kimbers Farm Shop

Fri 18 Nov 2016
By Naomi Kimber
Get ready for Stir-Up Sunday at Kimbers Farm Shop

Sunday the 20th of November is traditionally ‘Stir-up Sunday’. The tradition goes back to Victorian times where the family would gather together to stir the pudding 5 weeks before Christmas. At Kimbers Farm Shop we have all the ingredients you need for your Christmas Pud.

Myakka is on a Mission to Help the Local Community

Sat 16 Jul 2016
By Andrea Cowan
Myakka is on a Mission to Help the Local Community

The Myakka Grass Root Fund has been set up to help the Somerset Community Foundation promote and support vibrant, inclusive communities within South Somerset. Bayford Chapel is the most recent project to benefit.

A New Gardeners' Centre in Wincanton

Fri 20 May 2016
By Andy Cole
A New Gardeners' Centre in Wincanton

Lifestyle Landscapes has opened a small gardeners' centre in Wincanton called The Growing Medium. It’s just off Bennetts Field Trading Estate, selling a range of plants compost sundries and tools.

Hidden Treasures Indoor Markets Are Back for 2016

Thu 18 Feb 2016
By Kate Tapsell
Hidden Treasures Indoor Markets Are Back for 2016

Come along for some shopping and a browse at the 30+ stalls at the next Hidden Treasures Indoor Market. Hot food will be served by Pigalicious, and then you could try something sweet from The Art Of Cakes!

Freshly Baked Bread & Fantastic Food at the Lemon Tree

Mon 15 Feb 2016
By John Baxter
Freshly Baked Bread & Fantastic Food at the Lemon Tree

With a growing reputation for excellence, Chantal and Alan Wedderburn have been providing us with a wonderful range of freshly baked, hand-made bread, scones, cakes and pies and the tastiest of lunch time sandwiches and snacks prepared on the spot.

Say it with Gold at Alex Appleton Jewellers

Thu 11 Feb 2016
By Fanny Charles
Say it with Gold at Alex Appleton Jewellers

One of Wincanton’s finest town centre buildings has a new lease of life as the shop and workshop for goldsmith Alex Appleton – if you haven’t yet looked into the beautifully refurbished former chemist’s, this is the week to do it.

Wincanton Country Market – Friday 5th February

Sat 30 Jan 2016
By Helen Hermanstein Smith
Wincanton Country Market – Friday 5th February

Wincanton Country Markets’ first monthly market for 2016 takes place on Friday 5th February, selling homemade baked goods, preserves, locally grown market vegetable and fruit, plants and handmade crafts.

Morrisons: “The Wincanton Store is Not Under Threat of Closure!”

Thu 28 Jan 2016
By John Smith
Morrisons: “The Wincanton Store is Not Under Threat of Closure!”

It was recently posted on social media that Morrison’s store in Wincanton was under threat. Morrison’s press office has confirmed to us that although seven branches are due to be closed in the UK, Wincanton’s store is not one of them.

HSBC Prepares to Close – Can Your Post Office Bridge the Gap?

Mon 18 Jan 2016
By John Smith
HSBC Prepares to Close – Can Your Post Office Bridge the Gap?

HSBC in Wincanton closes its doors on 22nd January, amidst concerns from the community about the demise of local bank services. But did you know your Post Office can handle many day-to-day banking functions, for HSBC and many other banks?

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