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Wincanton Camera Club Annual Exhibition 2015 at Wincanton Library

Mon 17 Aug 2015
By Lachlan Frase
Wincanton Camera Club Annual Exhibition 2015 at Wincanton Library

Wincanton Library hosts the annual exhibition of photographs taken by members of the Wincanton Camera Club, until Saturday 5th September.

Would You Like to Join Wincanton Choral Society?

Mon 17 Aug 2015
By Philip Schofield
Would You Like to Join Wincanton Choral Society?

If you enjoy choral singing, Wincanton Choral Society is open to everyone (no auditions). The high quality, amateur choir rehearses once a week and is led by a professional musical director and presents to concerts each year.

Open Day at Kimbers' – Your Local Farm Shop

Wed 12 Aug 2015
By Naomi Kimber
Open Day at Kimbers' – Your Local Farm Shop

Open Day at Kimbers' Farm Shop on Sunday 16th August – lots to do and everyone is welcome. Plus news from the farm, three awards from Taste of the West, plans for local meat and milk delivery, and concerns over milk prices.

Wincanton’s Lifesaving Defibrillator is Ready for Use

Mon 10 Aug 2015
By John Smith
Wincanton’s Lifesaving Defibrillator is Ready for Use

Thanks to the Brue Valley Rotary Club Wincanton has recently joined Castle Cary and Bruton in having a publically accessible debfibrillator unit.

Multi-Million Pound Boost for Local Economy

Fri 7 Aug 2015
By James Tourgout
Multi-Million Pound Boost for Local Economy

An international food producer is set to boost the local economy after buying a £3.7m site at Wincanton Business Park, adding significant numbers of jobs and opportunities to the local supply chain.

Sandbag – Wincanton RBL Newsletter for July 2015

Thu 6 Aug 2015
By Steve Lee
Sandbag – Wincanton RBL Newsletter for July 2015

News and events from the Wincanton branch of the Royal British Legion. A summary and link to the full edition of the newsletter.

Community Peace Garden Official Opening Saturday 8th August

Wed 5 Aug 2015
By David Winter
Community Peace Garden Official Opening Saturday 8th August

The opening of the Community Peace Garden, between the High Street and The Balsam Centre, on Saturday 8th August completes the restoration of the site owned by The Religious Society of Friends (Quakers).

Wincanton Celebrations Mark 70th Anniversary of End of World War II

Tue 4 Aug 2015
By Dawn Old
Wincanton Celebrations Mark 70th Anniversary of End of World War II

Wincanton Town Council, in conjunction with the Royal British Legion, is planning a whole weekend of different events to mark the 70th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.

Sponsored Swim for Guide Dogs for the Blind Association

Tue 4 Aug 2015
By Derek Hudson
Sponsored Swim for Guide Dogs for the Blind Association

On Sunday 13th September there will be a sponsored swim at the Wincanton Sports Centre swimming pool in aid of the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association.

The Nicholson Lecture at Maperton Church – Saturday 8th August

Fri 31 Jul 2015
By James Scott
The Nicholson Lecture at Maperton Church – Saturday 8th August

This year’s Nicholson Lecture is given by distinguished speaker Graham Mottram. It follows the careers of Lieutenant Rex Warneford and Squadron Commander Richard Bell-Davies, the first naval aviators to win the Victoria Cross, one hundred years ago.

Summer Exhibition of Watercolours – “Vintage Flowers” by Lucy M. Jenkins

Tue 28 Jul 2015
By Chris Wadden
Summer Exhibition of Watercolours – “Vintage Flowers” by Lucy M. Jenkins

A series of watercolour paintings by Lucy M. Jenkins will be shown at Divine Wines in Wincanton throughout August. The paintings feature garden and wild flowers in vintage floral chinaware, bringing together industry with nature.

Mustang Sally and More at Pen Selwood’s Summer Fete

Tue 28 Jul 2015
By Stella Parcell
Mustang Sally and More at Pen Selwood’s Summer Fete

Pen Selwood celebrates 61 years of our traditional Village Fete on Saturday 1st August. Held in the centre of the village between the Community Field, Village Hall and St Michael’s Church, the three beneficiaries of all profits.

Business Grant Made Available in Wincanton, Castle Cary & Bruton Areas

Fri 24 Jul 2015
By Martin Hacker
Business Grant Made Available in Wincanton, Castle Cary & Bruton Areas

A business grant is being made available by South Somerset District Council to help businesses in the Wincanton, Castle Cary and Bruton areas of South Somerset.

Bruton Road Works – Don’t Be Confused by the Signs in Wincanton!

Thu 23 Jul 2015
By John Smith
Bruton Road Works – Don’t Be Confused by the Signs in Wincanton!

Don’t be confused by road closure signs in Wincanton that actually refer to resurfacing works shortly being carried out in Bruton. Silver Street in Wincanton is NOT closed!

Fire Crew Rescues 400kg Cow from Cesspit in Templecombe

Wed 22 Jul 2015
By Paul Slaven
Fire Crew Rescues 400kg Cow from Cesspit in Templecombe

On Tuesday 21st July, a cow weighing approx 400kg fell into a domestic water treatment plant after breaking through protective fencing and was rescued with the help of Devon and Somerset Fire & Rescue Service.

Robert Frith Optometrists Reach Out to the Housebound

Wed 22 Jul 2015
By Kelly Lucas
Robert Frith Optometrists Reach Out to the Housebound

Are you eligible to receive care from Robert Frith Optometrists’ Mobile Eye Care Service? We have extended our patient services to include a wide area around Wincanton, including new locations in Wiltshire.

Free Business Start-Up Awareness Session Coming to Wincanton

Tue 21 Jul 2015
By South Somerset District Council
Free Business Start-Up Awareness Session Coming to Wincanton

In conjunction with Somerset Business Agency, South Somerset District Council is hosting a free business start-up awareness session in Wincanton on Wednesday 22nd July.

Treasure Hunt in Charlton Horethorne

Tue 21 Jul 2015
By David Peet
Treasure Hunt in Charlton Horethorne

On Sunday 26th July intrepid adventurers will have the opportunity to take part in a treasure hunt on foot around the leafy lanes of Charlton Horethorne, looking for house names which match the cryptic clues they are given.

Somerset & Dorset Animal Rescue – Cream Tea Afternoon

Fri 17 Jul 2015
By Meghan Foxgold
Somerset & Dorset Animal Rescue – Cream Tea Afternoon

Help Somerset & Dorset Animal Rescue raise funds for the many animals they care for by joining them for a cream tea afternoon, with live music, stalls and a raffle, on Saturday 18th July.

C.A.T.C.H. Action Day on Sunday 19th July – Balsam Bashing

Fri 17 Jul 2015
By Dave Smith
C.A.T.C.H. Action Day on Sunday 19th July – Balsam Bashing

The C.A.T.C.H. team have organised a public action day for this Sunday, 19th July, for the specific purpose of pulling up Himalayan Balsam, an invasive, non-native plant species that takes over the river bank and damages the ecosystem.

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