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Wincanton Mayor Takes the Traversing Wall Challenge

Mon 21 Oct 2013
By Emma Harrison
Wincanton Mayor Takes the Traversing Wall Challenge

An inter-house competition on the traversing wall marked the official opening of the new play equipment at King Arthur's Community School on Wednesday 25th September. Wincanton's Mayor, Deryck Lemon and headmaster Chris Beech tested their skills.

Wincanton Street Market – Sunday 20th October

Wed 16 Oct 2013
By Millie Burr
Wincanton Street Market – Sunday 20th October

Sunday 20th October will see our second market take place in Wincanton, with plenty of regular and brand new stalls. Many High Street shops, cafes and pubs will be open, too, so come along, meet friends and shop!

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.

Putting the Balls Back into Racing

Tue 15 Oct 2013
By Hannah Walker
Putting the Balls Back into Racing

To be a jump jockey requires courage, resilience and a significant amount of balls. And, with the jump season officially underway in October, Wincanton Racecourse presented Professional Jockeys Association members with a triple pack of golf balls.

Balsam House Raises Over £1,200 for St Margaret's Hospice

Tue 15 Oct 2013
By Daisymae Hart
Balsam House Raises Over £1,200 for St Margaret's Hospice

180 local people turned up to the Open Day at Balsam House on Sunday 15th September, raising £1,281 for St Margaret's Hospice. Visitors enjoyed finding out what had been going on behind the wall for the past four years.

Wincanton Town to Host Yeovil Town

Mon 14 Oct 2013
By Jade Hansford
Wincanton Town to Host Yeovil Town

Wincanton Town FC is inviting you to come and celebrate the grand switch on of their floodlights in a game against local championship team Yeovil Town at Wincanton Sports Ground, on Tuesday 15th October 2013.

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.

SCC Threatens Closure of Children's Services at the Balsam Centre

Thu 10 Oct 2013
By Chris Hill
SCC Threatens Closure of Children's Services at the Balsam Centre

Somerset County Council plans to axe all but 14 of the 41 children's centres in Somerset. This puts our Balsam Centre Children's Centre at almost certain risk of closure in March.

Maasai Warriors Return to Wincanton

Mon 7 Oct 2013
By Richard D'Arcy
Maasai Warriors Return to Wincanton

The Osiligi Troupe of Maasai Warriors will be performing their incredible music in Wincanton Parish Church on Tuesday 29th October. It's mesmerising to hear and certainly fascinating to watch.

Rochford's Autumn Open Day - Saturday 12th October 2013

Mon 7 Oct 2013
By Jonathan Harrison
Rochford's Autumn Open Day - Saturday 12th October 2013

Lawn mower not working? Hedge needs cutting? Logs to split for the winter? Rochford's Garden Machinery has the answer. Our popular Autumn Open Day will be held on Saturday 12th October 2013 from 8.30am until 2.00pm.

Montague Inn Cricket Team's Best Season Ever

Fri 4 Oct 2013
By Oliver Dowding
Montague Inn Cricket Team's Best Season Ever

A short report on the best season ever for the Montague Inn Cricket Team. Aspiring cricket players might like to join next season.

A Lively Year for Wincanton Lahnau Twinning Association

Thu 3 Oct 2013
By Gill D’Arcy
A Lively Year for Wincanton Lahnau Twinning Association

This year so far the Wincanton Twinning Association has had several successful events including our bi-annual trip to Lahnau, our twin town in Germany, an annual lunch and a BBQ.

Come for Coffee – It's for Macmillan

Wed 2 Oct 2013
By John Smith
Come for Coffee – It's for Macmillan

Last year's big fundraiser by Macmillan aimed to be the biggest coffee morning in the world. This year the message is simply, "Come for Coffee – it's for Macmillan". Thursday 3rd October at Wincanton Baptist Church Hall.

The Honbu Celebrates its 5th Anniversary

Wed 2 Oct 2013
By Paul Hacker
The Honbu Celebrates its 5th Anniversary

The Honbu, home of Wincanton Karate club, has been described as "One of the best dojos I've ever visited" by the creator of Washinkai Karate, Sensei Chris Thompson (8th Dan) during a visit to mark its 5th Anniversary.

Bruton School for Girls Art Exhibition

Tue 1 Oct 2013
By John Baxter
Bruton School for Girls Art Exhibition

As part of Somerset Arts Week, local independent school Bruton School for Girls opened an Art Exhibition of students work on the 21st September, open till the 5th October. This is a large exhibition well worth visiting Bruton to see.

David Warburton Takes Local Issues to Conservative Party Conference

Tue 1 Oct 2013
By Harriet Warburton
David Warburton Takes Local Issues to Conservative Party Conference

David Warburton, the Conservative prospective MP for Somerton and Frome, joined the Conservative Party Conference last weekend armed with the opinions of local businesses, charities and residents about how best Somerset can grow and prosper.

Horsington & South Cheriton 'Villager' Magazine - October 2013

Fri 27 Sep 2013
By Jane Jones
Horsington & South Cheriton 'Villager' Magazine - October 2013

The Villager magazine for Horsington and South Cheriton for October 2013, containing our usual mix of articles by and about residents of these villages.

Somerset Skills & Learning Autumn 2013 Courses

Thu 26 Sep 2013
By Jenny Sparkes
Somerset Skills & Learning Autumn 2013 Courses

If you are looking for a change of career, to gain new qualifications, improve your health and well being or take up a new hobby then Somerset Skills & Learning probably has a learning opportunity for you.

Camera Club Photograph Exhibition Winner

Thu 26 Sep 2013
By Lachlan Fraser
Camera Club Photograph Exhibition Winner

Visitors to the recent Wincanton Camera Club exhibition in the Library were encouraged to vote for their favourite photograph. The run-away winner was Jim Eastaugh's 'Forest Track, Stourhead'.

A Wincanton Childhood - A Talk by Gill D'Arcy

Tue 24 Sep 2013
By John Baxter
A Wincanton Childhood - A Talk by Gill D'Arcy

On Friday 27th September, born and bred Wincantonian Gill D'Arcy will be telling a Wincanton Museum and History Society audience her story of what it's been like to live in the town.

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