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Wincanton Young Farmers Club New Members Evening
Wincanton Young Farmers Club are holding a new members evening on 15th November at Maddocks Pavilion, Wincanton Sports Ground. They have a great social life and you don't even have to be a farmer!
Madagascar - Island of Wonders
Wincanton and Area Parkinson's Group is hosting an illustrated talk about this unique island at its monthly meeting on November 16th in the Meeting Room of Wincanton Memorial Hall from 2.30pm - 4.30pm. Admission £2 to include refreshments (£1 for members).
A Rash of New Crimes - The Police Report
We've combined two reports from PCSO Jenny Maynard, giving details of shocking damage at St Peter and St Paul's church graveyard, and two opportunist burglaries in Wincanton.
The Osigili Maasai Warrior Troupe Comes to Wincanton
On 29th October 2011 Wincanton Parish Church was packed, with not a spare seat left, for a truly memorable performance by the Kenyan troupe, the Osigili Maasai Warriors.
The Elderly Fall Victim to Local Vandalism
Overnight on 30/10/2011 someone entered the front garden of an elderly resident's property and damaged numerous plant pots. Compost was also been thrown around, making a terrible mess.
Greenpower - King Arthur's Exciting Season of Racing
During September and October King Arthur's Greenpower car KAIII has completed in three exciting races. Here are three different reports from those involved.
Wincanton Parkinson's Group Celebrates its First Anniversary
On 19th October 2011 the Wincanton and Area Parkinson's Group held its first birthday celebration at Memorial Hall, Wincanton, where over 60 invited guests, members and family attended.
The Old Inn is the Best Food Pub in the UK!
The Old Inn recently scooped the top prize for the National Pub Awards hosted by the Morning Advertiser, in the Best Food category.
Quick and Easy Pedestrian Route Opens in Wincanton
Residents of Wincanton's new housing development are already making the most of the early opening of a footpath linking homes to the rest of the town.
Local Businesses Sponsor New Kits for Young Footballers
With the start of a new season comes the need for new strips and two local businesses have kindly sponsored kits for two of our young teams.
Hallowe'en Fun at Somerset and Dorset Animal Rescue
Somerset and Dorset Animal Rescue are holding a Hallowe'en Party at the Rescue Centre on Saturday 29th October 2011 at 6.00pm. Free grotty bags for children and prizes for best adult and child fancy dress!
When Coal Mining Was Local - An Illustrated Talk
Brian Shingler of Gants Mill, Bruton, is giving an intriguing illustrated talk on Friday 28th October 2011 to the Wincanton and Area Museum and History Society at the Balsam Centre.
'Well Risen'! Parish Church's Cookbook Launching Soon UPDATED
All the contributions have been sent in and 'Well Risen' is with the printers - put Saturday 12th November in your diary, as the book will be launched at the Parish Church's Christmas Shopping Coffee Morning! New venue: Papertrees in the High Street
New Pre-School Dream Looking Real for Our Lady's
For the last year, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Primary School has been quietly working towards the provision of a new pre-school. Now they seek the views of potential users to help bring the dream closer to reality.
Wincanton Choral Society Christmas Concert
Wincanton Choral Society will be presenting a Christmas Concert at Wincanton Sports Centre in December, filled with festive spirit.
Mini Tennis Teams Have Fun at Wincanton Tennis Club
Congratulations to the young winners of the successful 'Mini Tennis Pairs Tournament' at Wincanton Tennis Club on Sunday 9th October.
Unfair Labelling of New Barns Says Wincanton PCSO
Jenny Maynard, writing on behalf of our Neighbourhood Policing Team speaks out against some myths, rumours and remarks which have been doing the rounds and makes clear the facts about local crime.
Wincanton Poppy Appeal 2011
2011 is a big year for the Royal British Legion, being its 90th anniversary year. Wincanton RBL will launch their Poppy Appeal in Wincanton Memorial Hall with a Gala Concert being given by Wincanton Silver Band on 29th October.
Wincanton Scout and Guide Show 2011
Come and join us for an evening of variety and laughter, from 26th to 28th October. The cast of young and not-so-young aged from five to over eighty will entertain you with songs, dance and sketches.
Live 'n' Deadly - Half Term Fun at Carymoor
Become a deadly detective during October half term and solve a wildlife crime at Carymoor Environmental Centre! Explore our nature reserve to find clues and deduce who's eaten who.
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