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Wincanton Joint Schools Concert

Mon 18 Jul 2011
By Emma Fletcher
Wincanton Joint Schools Concert

Wincanton schools combine to present a great evening of musical performances in the Memorial Hall on Friday 8th July.

A Summer Journey to Raise the Roof - The Pilgrim Singers Let Rip

Fri 15 Jul 2011
By John Baxter
A Summer Journey to Raise the Roof - The Pilgrim Singers Let Rip

In a charity concert for the parish church roof appeal on Saturday 7th July, the Pilgrim Choir had a great evening with a lovely audience and were joined by talented soloists.

Summer Holiday Fun at Wincanton Sports Centre

Fri 15 Jul 2011
By Mark Henley
Summer Holiday Fun at Wincanton Sports Centre

Whatever the weather don't let your children get bored this summer. Check out the great range of summer holiday activities our Sports Centre and Swimming Pool lays on.

Andrew Ireland Remembered

Wed 13 Jul 2011
By John Baxter
Andrew Ireland Remembered

Baptist minister Andrew Ireland is remembered and celebrated in a memorial service in Wincanton's Catholic Church.

A Gallery of Great Photos from King Arthur's

Wed 13 Jul 2011
By Mark Tinsley
A Gallery of Great Photos from King Arthur's

Mark Tinsley, subject leader for Art and Design at King Arthur's introduces a remarkable collection of images which the photographers then describe. Not to be missed.

Parish Fun Day in June Attracts Good Turnout

Sun 10 Jul 2011
By Elizabeth Baxter
Parish Fun Day in June Attracts Good Turnout

This year the Parish Fun Day held at the Memorial Hall on Saturday 11th June attracted fun-lovers of all ages.

Wincanton & Area Parkinson's Group Chairman Steve Beech Recognised

Sun 10 Jul 2011
By Steve Beech
Wincanton & Area Parkinson's Group Chairman Steve Beech Recognised

Having recruited thirty members within a year Steve Beech was nominated as one of the recipients of an award, in recognition of the work he has put in at the first ever Parkinson's Volunteer Recognition Day for Parkinson's South West Region.

Fifty Years of Marriage Celebrated

Fri 8 Jul 2011
By Elizabeth Baxter
Fifty Years of Marriage Celebrated

The Revd Canon Alan Watson and his wife Rosemary celebrate their Golden Wedding with a packed out service in Wincanton Parish Church.

Templecombe's Hidden Railway Garden

Fri 8 Jul 2011
By Alison Clements
Templecombe's Hidden Railway Garden

The Templecombe Station Volunteers were formed at the end of last summer with a view to restoring the station garden to its former glory.

King Arthur's Folk Group Prepares for Birmingham UPDATED

Mon 4 Jul 2011
By Emma Fletcher
King Arthur's Folk Group Prepares for Birmingham <span style='color: red'>UPDATED</span>

The King Arthur's Folk Group have been selected to play at the Music for Youth National Festival in Birmingham on July 7th.

Museum and History Society Honours Chris Kemp

Sun 3 Jul 2011
By John Baxter
Museum and History Society Honours Chris Kemp

The sun shone on the Cream Tea celebration of the award of Life Membership of the Society to Chris Kemp, in recognition of his service to the community.

Golden Wedding Celebration In Wincanton

Fri 1 Jul 2011
By Canon Alan Watson
Golden Wedding Celebration In Wincanton

The Revd. Canon Alan and Mrs. Rosemary Watson celebrate their Golden Wedding with a special service of Celebration and Thanksgiving for Marriage on Sunday, 3rd July at 10.30am at the parish church of St. Peter and St. Paul, Wincanton.

King Arthur's Students Celebrate in Style

Thu 30 Jun 2011
By John Baxter
King Arthur's Students Celebrate in Style

A glittering Prom at Holbrook House saw this year's student leavers looking their best. Glamour! Sophistication! Style!

Wincanton Sports Centre Celebrates its 10th Birthday!

Wed 29 Jun 2011
By Julia Moldram
Wincanton Sports Centre Celebrates its 10th Birthday!

Community run Wincanton Sports Centre celebrated its 10th birthday in style with an Open Day for all its customers.

Reflections on Terry Pratchett, Death and Dying

Mon 27 Jun 2011
By The Reverend Andrew Ireland
Reflections on Terry Pratchett, Death and Dying

Andrew Ireland, Wincanton's Baptist minister, reflects on his faith, death and dying and the need for sensitivity and honesty.

Coming soon! King Arthur's Summer Fete

Fri 24 Jun 2011
By Emma Harrison
Coming soon! King Arthur's Summer Fete

King Arthur’s Summer Fete on Friday 1st July has a new attraction - a Fun Dog Show! With six classes, including the dog with the waggiest tail and the dog most like its owner, it offers something for every type of dog.

Fitness Classes at Wincanton Sports Centre

Fri 24 Jun 2011
By Nick Mitchell
Fitness Classes at Wincanton Sports Centre

Come and give our fitness classes a try. All our classes are inclusive on our membership or you can pay as you go!

Wincanton Businesses Together Needs You!

Wed 22 Jun 2011
By John Smith
Wincanton Businesses Together Needs You!

The growth of membership has brought Wincanton Businesses Together to a point where we need more help. Can YOU spare a small amount of time? Join the committee to help us cope with recent growth and projected future growth.

Wincanton Young Farmers Charity Clay Pigeon Shoot

Tue 21 Jun 2011
By Rob Wareham
Wincanton Young Farmers Charity Clay Pigeon Shoot

Wincanton Young Farmers Charity Clay Pigeon Shoot took place on 12th June at Maperton, near Wincanton and raised over £1,000 for the Royal United Hospital Bath Intensive Care Unit.

First Impressions of a New District Councillor

Tue 21 Jun 2011
By Nick Colbert
First Impressions of a New District Councillor

Following the excitement of the recent District Council elections on the 5th May and my election, I was invited to an introduction to South Somerset District Council at its offices in Brympton Way in Yeovil.

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