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Holbrook – More Than Your Average Fitness Club
Come along to Holbrook Health Club's free open weekend between 23rd and 26th May to try out our facilities for free and take advantage of various special membership offers.
Sport 50 at Wincanton Sports Ground for the Over 50s
Sport 50 is continuing to run at Wincanton Sports Ground. If you are over 50 and would like to take part in activities such as boccia, indoor curling and indoor badminton, while meeting new people, then Sport 50 could be for you!
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.
Famous Open Gardens and Specialist Plant Sale at Yarlington House
Count and Countess De Salis are opening their delightful manor house gardens at Yarlington House for the famous specialist plant sale. Saturday 17th May. Every discerning gardener will find it a great day out.
All About the Girls at Wincanton’s Ladies Day on 13th May
On Tuesday 13th May, ladies will take centre stage at Wincanton Racecourse with the ever popular Ladies Day. As the season draws to a close, the two remaining May meetings always guarantees the season concluded in style.
BatcombeLive Mini Festival 8th – 11th May
Over this long weekend in May, BatcombeLive, has arranged four varied evening events to appeal to a wide range of interests. Proceeds will be divided between the Batcombe Branch of the Royal British Legion and Care for Casualties, the Rifles Charity.
Wincanton Town FC (Youth Section) Finals Day Triumph
Wincanton Town Football Club (Youth Section) Under 14s and Under 16s teams have had fantastic seasons this year, culminating in two wins at the Yeovil and District Youth League Finals Day at Somerton Sports and Social Club on Sunday 27th April.
The Lego Movie - Not Just For Kids! Monday at The Bear
Get in touch with your inner kid. Come and see The Lego Movie at The Bear on Monday 5th May at The Bear, Wincanton, presented by Wincanton Film Society. This film is a must-see, whatever your age.
A Heart-Warming Tale of a Lost Dog & a Good Samaritan
This is the true story about a very lucky border collie and a Good Samaritan who rescued him from a sticky situation, proving that kindness is a thriving commodity in our community.
Pray, Praise & Paint at the Methodist Church
Pray, Praise and Paint is held at Wincanton Methodist Church on the first and third Saturdays of each month, a group that explores creativity with faith, for all ages.
Free Talk About Strokes at Brue Valley Rotary Club
Brue Valley Rotary is hosting a free evening event to talk about strokes on Thursday 8th May. We have a specialist stroke nurse who will give the talk followed by blood pressure monitoring and individual discussions.
A Free Textile Workshop at the Balsam Centre
Commemorating 100 years since the Great War, the Balsam Centre is offering a 6 week textile workshop to everyone! Reflecting on 37 named men on the Roll of Honour held at the Parish Church, come and learn new skills and techniques.
Learn About Hidden Sugars with Wincanton Smile Centre
Just in time for the Easter period, the Wincanton Smile Centre has launched a campaign highlighting the hidden sugars in our everyday food items. Pop in for fun, food-related puzzles and games for kids and also goody bags.
Wincanton Farmer Meets the Prime Minister
Ruth Kimber, an outspoken local campaigner for farming in general and dairy farming in particular, had a chance to put some of her concerns to the Prime Minister, David Cameron, when she met him at Taunton Cricket Club last week.
Hermitage Ensemble – from Russia with Love
One of the most popular chamber choirs from Russia, the Hermitage Ensemble of St Petersburg, is coming to the church of St Stephen at Charlton Musgrove to perform a programme of Russian Orthodox music, on Saturday 26th April at 7.00pm.
ANVIL Examines Freedom of Expression with Gill Cleverley
Recently Gill Cleverley, a long standing member and speaker for Amnesty International on Human Rights, led a discussion on Freedom of Expression with the ANVIL discussion group.
Sweet Treats for Easter at The Small Cake Shop
There is a double Easter treat next weekend, when an attractive new business, The Small Cake Shop, opens in Wincanton. Good news for the High Street and for all those with a sweet tooth!
Hitchcock Screening at Wincanton Film Society - 23rd April 2014
Alfred Hitchcock, with his mastery of the film scene owned the thriller genre. Join us for this amazing story about the relationship between Hitchcock and his wife Alma. Wincanton Film Society is a local community film society open to all.
Wincanton Toys – A New Home Grown Business in Town
Local resident Katie Thomas has decided to make the change from employed to self-employed, with the opening of Wincanton Toys in South Street for new and quality used toys, and confectionary.
Creative Writing at the Balsam Centre – Starts May 2014
Join us at the Balsam Centre for a new course on Creative Writing. The tutor, Emma Craigie, who is a published author, will be offering a gentle introduction to creative writing which will inspire and develop your writing skills.
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