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Strode Music Theatre Society at Horsington

Wed 16 May 2012
By Jane Jones
Strode Music Theatre Society at Horsington

Crowning Glory! Music from Handel to Sting and Edward German to Bryan Adams. Come and celebrate the Diamond Jubilee with this talented group at St. John's Church Horsington on Saturday 26th May 2012. Great refreshments too!

South Street Motorists Put Mothers, Babies and Children at Risk

Tue 15 May 2012
By Mandy Cochrane
South Street Motorists Put Mothers, Babies and Children at Risk

Pedestrians walking along South Street in Wincanton run the gauntlet at ever more risk to themselves and their children as motorists park outside Natwest Bank illegally and dangerously. Our photos show shocking disregard for public safety.

Earn an Extra Income as a Herbalife Distributor

Tue 15 May 2012
By Louise Blackburn
Earn an Extra Income as a Herbalife Distributor

Would you like to work from home to earn an additional income? Herbalife is a leading Health and Nutrition Company established in 1980. I am looking for people who'd like to work from home helping others to change their lives.

Youngsters to Receive a Mug for the Diamond Jubilee

Mon 14 May 2012
By Western Gazette
Youngsters to Receive a Mug for the Diamond Jubilee

Special celebration mugs will be handed out free to school children from Wincanton this summer to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. A Town Council jubilee committee was set up earlier this year to decide how to commemorate the event.

Wincanton Camera Club's Jubilee Celebration Photo Competition

Thu 10 May 2012
By Jim Eastaugh
Wincanton Camera Club's Jubilee Celebration Photo Competition

Wincanton Camera Club is holding a photographic competition, open to all residents of Wincanton, to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. Entries are invited for photographs catching the spirit of events which are being held throughout the town and parish.

Moving House? Call The Country Housekeeper!

Tue 8 May 2012
By Tracy West
Moving House? Call The Country Housekeeper!

Take the headache out of your house move by calling The Country Housekeeper. We will take care of all your moving cleaning requirements leaving you free to concentrate on more important things.

Wincanton Area Parkinson's Group Reviews A Busy Awareness Week

Mon 7 May 2012
By Stephen Beech
Wincanton Area Parkinson's Group Reviews A Busy Awareness Week

This year Parkinson's UK held their Parkinson's Awareness week from the 16th to 22nd April 2012. Members of the Wincanton Area Parkinson's Group engaged in various activities to inform the public about the disease and raise funds for future research.

Morrisons Will be Closed on Wednesday 9th May

Sat 5 May 2012
By Dave Smith
Morrisons Will be Closed on Wednesday 9th May

It seems Morrisons are planning a significant refurbishment on Wednesday, so the shop will be closed for the whole day. Anyone who's been there recently will have been handed a leaflet with coupons!

Diamond Jubilee Celebration - A Picnic in the Park

Fri 4 May 2012
By Mandy Cochrane
Diamond Jubilee Celebration - A Picnic in the Park

It's probably not escaped your notice that Her Majesty is celebrating her Diamond Jubilee this year. I'd like to invite you and your family to a Jubilee Picnic at Wincanton Recreation Ground on Bank Holiday Monday, 4th June 2012.

Licensees Club Together for Castle Cary Pubwatch Scheme

Fri 4 May 2012
By Dan Arthur
Licensees Club Together for Castle Cary Pubwatch Scheme

Licensees in Castle Cary have joined together with the support of the local police to help reduce crime and alcohol related disorder within the town.

Start Playing A Round UPDATED

Thu 3 May 2012
By Jenny Sparkes
Start Playing A Round <span style='color: red'>UPDATED</span>

Has the golf from Augusta got you hooked or are you worried your drive will be hooked, sliced or shanked? Somerset Skills & Learning are running a Golf for Beginners course at Wincanton Golf Club starting on Thursday May 10th May 17th

Wincanton Racecourse's May Meetings

Thu 3 May 2012
By Hannah Walker
Wincanton Racecourse's May Meetings

Enjoy evening racing at Wincanton Racecourse on Thursday 10th May, with entertainment provided by the Mangledwurzles, and Somerset Life Ladies Day on Tuesday 15th May, a glamorous day with prize for Best Dressed Lady, a Ladies Luncheon and fashion show.

Discworld Spring Fling 2012

Wed 2 May 2012
By Reb Voyce
Discworld Spring Fling 2012

From the 4th to 7th May Discworld fans will be coming to Wincanton for their Spring Fling. There will be lots to do and see, so do pop into the Town at the weekend and join in the fun.

A Unique Opportunity to Explore Carymoor Nature Reserve

Wed 2 May 2012
By Helen Boyer
A Unique Opportunity to Explore Carymoor Nature Reserve

Carymoor is offering local people a unique opportunity to explore the Carymoor Nature Reserve on Saturday 5th May. Explore the nature reserve by following nature trails through the wildlife habitats that have been created on this restored landfill site.

The Barrel of Laughs Comedy Club at The Nog Inn

Mon 30 Apr 2012
By Amy Cutts
The Barrel of Laughs Comedy Club at The Nog Inn

We’re always told that "laughter is the best medicine" - well, come and get your dose here at The Barrel of Laughs Comedy Club. Join Will and Amy at The Nog Inn on the first Thursday of every month.

Summer Soccer School With AFC Bournemouth

Sun 29 Apr 2012
By Sean Chapman
Summer Soccer School With AFC Bournemouth

Wincanton Town FC (Youth Section) in partnership with AFC Bournemouth is holding a Soccer School in August for children between the ages of 6 and 16. Book your child's place now and be trained by AFC Bournemouth's professional coaches!

Wincanton Sports Ground Holds Somerset Girls' League Cup Finals

Fri 27 Apr 2012
By Sean Chapman
Wincanton Sports Ground Holds Somerset Girls' League Cup Finals

On Sat 21st April, Wincanton Town FC (Youth Section), hosted the Somerset Girls League Under 13s and Under 14s, Cup Finals at Wincanton Sports Ground, Maddocks Park.

The Castle Cary Weight Loss Club is Back

Fri 27 Apr 2012
By Louise Emma Blackburn
The Castle Cary Weight Loss Club is Back

Back by popular demand - two new Castle Cary Weight Loss Clubs! Come and join in with a friendly group in Castle Cary who are interested in health and nutrition with the goal of losing weight. Everybody is welcome.

21 Years of Twinning - Another Successful Visit Achieved

Thu 26 Apr 2012
By Gill D'Arcy
21 Years of Twinning - Another Successful Visit Achieved

Wincanton Lahnau Twinning Association has just hosted and entertained 29 guests from the Twin Town of Lahnau. This is the 21st year of the twinning with Lahnau in Germany and another very successful visit.

Fly-Tipping in Stoke Trister - Ring Any Bells For Anyone?

Wed 25 Apr 2012
By Joanna Gale
Fly-Tipping in Stoke Trister - Ring Any Bells For Anyone?

Beech Lane, Stoke Trister, is fairly close to being as Mother Nature intended, especially for a few days after the Council's team have scooped up the filth left by passing litter thugs, but why should they have to do this?

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