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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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!
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Wincanton Sunday Market Seeks New Management
Sunday 19th July will see the final Wincanton Sunday Market to be run by Wincanton Town Team. The Team will attempt to pass on the management to others after establishing the market with a promising start.
Memories of Working Life in Wincanton
Members of the Wincanton Museum and History Society recently enjoyed an evening bringing to life working days at Cow and Gate, when it was one of the largest employers in Wincanton.
James Scott, Local Litigator & Consultant Solicitor
James Scott is a Maperton-based litigator and an advocate who has acquired, in the course of over 30 years in private practice, a wide-ranging experience of many aspects of English law.
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