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Fit for Purpose – Change of Leadership at Wincanton Sports Centre
Now in its twelfth successful year, the management of Wincanton Sports Centre passed to Leisure East Devon on 1st November 2013, bringing a degree of expertise and management skill which will result in a better sports centre for the town.
Museum Seeks Artefact and Memories of First World War
Wincanton Museum is keen to borrow artefacts that will tell us the story and remind us of those who died or took part in the First World War.
Remembrance Day, Wincanton - 2013 UPDATED
On a beautiful Sunday afternoon the people and organisations of Wincanton honour and remember those who have died in armed conflicts, from the Somme to Afghanistan.
What in the World Made Me Choose You?
Find out the REAL reasons we choose our partners, who we are attracted to and why. Come along to Holbrook House on Monday 26th November at 7.30pm and discover the answers to troubling questions about the mystery we call love.
A Jolly Beaujolais for Wincanton's Hospital
Gazette journalist Stephen Davy-Osborne with co-driver Bryan Scant will soon set off on a daring 1,700 mile round trip to France to collect a bottle of this year's harvest of Beaujolais Nouveau to be raffled for Wincanton Hospital.
Christmas Extravaganza 2013 – Get it in Your Diary!
Less than a month to go until this year's Christmas Extravaganza on Friday 6th December. Preparations are now well under way so make sure you put this event in your diary.
Large Number of Templecombe Sheep Killed in Animal Attack
Owners of land at Temple Lane in Templecombe were shocked and horrified when they discovered a large number of their sheep dead or dying on the morning of Tuesday 12th November 2013. Police are appealing for information.
Tiny Tennis for Pre-schoolers at Wincanton Memorial Hall
Game Set and Match Tennis Academy has started a new local venture: pre-school tennis sessions run by Rachel Stringer-Rolnik, at the Wincanton Memorial Hall from Thursday 7th November.
Get Over It! Theatre Performance Explores Mental Health
Take Art launches a theatre tour exploring the everyday stigma and prejudice surrounding mental health. This interactive performance and workshop takes place at The Balsam Centre on Wednesday 27th November.
The Best of Brue Valley – Charity Concert at Ansford Academy UPDATED
Ansford Academy has kindly provided the venue for a fund-raising Concert organised by Brue Valley Rotary Club to help a new project to support young adults who have grown up in Bulgarian Children’s Homes.
Somerset Skills & Learning Award Presented in Wincanton
The annual Learner Award of the Year Award was recently presented to a local Somerset Skills & Learning learner Alexandra Mills at their Wincanton centre at King Arthur’s Community School.
Job Done! in Wincanton
Unemployed, or seeking advice about a career change? Job Done! at the Balsam Centre offers workshops, courses, employment skills and support for everyone.
Horsington & South Cheriton 'Villager' Magazine - November 2013
The Villager Magazine for Horsington and South Cheriton for November 2013, containing articles relevant to our villages and in particular to Remembrance Sunday.
Paul Nicholls Looks Ahead to Tomorrow's Trophy Race Day
Wincanton Racecourse stages its richest race day tomorrow, Saturday 9th November. Seven-times champion trainer, Paul Nicholls, has an excellent strike rate with the meeting and tells us his seasonal plans.
Wincanton Scouts Group Christmas Bazaar 2013
The 1st Wincanton Scouts Group is holding its Christmas Bazaar on Saturday 16th November. So do pop along to the Wincanton Memorial Hall at 10.00am for a coffee and a biscuit, and browse around our many stalls.
Rain Doesn’t Dampen Wincanton Street Market Spirits
Sunday 20th October – rain again! However, the Wincanton Street Market traders and visitors still came out in force for the town’s second Sunday street market, despite the abysmal weather.
Wincanton Company Has Five Star Night at National TV Awards
A Wincanton business, 5 Star Celebrations, was recently asked to provide a chocolate fountain to an event hosting hundreds of TV celebrities from a wide variety of reality TV shows.
Predicted Storm Leaves Wincanton Largely Unscathed
After dire warnings of potential hurricane strength winds, Wincanton fared considerably better than other areas, with the exception of the downfall of a tree and power line in Common Lane/Common Road, which brought about a short road closure for repairs.
Horsington to Stage Golf "Open" for Church Roof UPDATED
The first ever "Horsington Open" will be played at Henstridge Golf Club on Monday 11th November. The 9-hole charity competition is in aid of the Horsington Parish Church roof fund, and is open to all comers. Ladies and non-handicappers are welcome.
Alcoholics Anonymous Opens its Doors in Wincanton
Recovered drinkers reach out to others in need of help at Wincanton Methodist Church Hall, each Friday from 7.30pm. Attendees will receive a warm welcome and a cup of tea – and it may just save their life or someone they know.
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