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Horsington & South Cheriton 'Villager' Magazine - July & August 2013
The "Villager" magazine has another month of news, activities, events and photos from the villages of Horsington and South Cheriton.
New Local Book - Cycling the Somerset & Dorset Railway
The Somerset and Dorset Railway, which ran from Bath to Bournemouth and closed in 1966, ran straight through the area covered by Wincanton Window. A new book follows the route and examines possibilities for walkers and cyclists in the future.
Plans to Transform Wincanton Recreation Ground & Public Spaces
A working party led by Town Council members reveal radical plans to transform the Recreation Ground and play area. View the plans right here!
Grand Summer Fair in Cucklington
Arthur Morison Hall in Cucklington is hosting its annual Summer Fair and fun dog show on Saturday 29thJune. This annual event is always great fun for all, including children. Come along and enjoy this great afternoon out, even if it's raining - we have a large village hall!
New Games Club at the Balsam Centre
The Balsam Centre is getting a new club - a games club. If you’re interested in playing Scrabble and Upwords, Chess, Bridge, Mahjong and card games, come along and join in!
Fun for all the Family on Armed Forces Day
There is going to be fun for all the family in Wincanton on Armed Forces Day, Saturday 29th June, when Wincanton Royal British Legion are hosting an event at the Millers Inn, Wincanton, to commemorate the day.
Sewing Classes at the Balsam Centre
At the request of several members of the Job Done project at the Balsam Centre, a five-week sewing course will be starting on Wednesday 3rd July. Be quick to sign up - very few places remain!
Improve Your Digestive Health at Probiotics Seminar
Would you like a chance to hear an expert explain how you can improve your digestive health? Norman Brown, from Optibac Probiotics in Andover, will be speaking at a seminar at The Charlton Musgrove Village Hall on Thursday 27th June.
Wincanton's Got Talent
The evening of Saturday 8th June saw the Parish Church packed with people of all ages for what was a rather special event. A free concert to thank people for supporting the roof fund showed off much of Wincanton's musical talent.
Cale Wars - CATCH Strikes Back
CATCH has scheduled a second river clean-up for this Saturday, 22nd June. We'll meet at the Recreation Ground car park, near the bridge, at 8am. All are welcome - join in if you care about our environment!
Margaret Kelly - One of Wincanton's Many Treasures
I believe that Wincanton has many treasures that help to make up the character of the town. Margaret Kelly is definitely one of them.
Wincanton Community Hospital Open Day - Sunday 30th June
The Wincanton Community Hospital is hosting an Open Day from 11am to 4pm on Sunday 30th June, marking the official opening of the new Radiology Suite. Enjoy lunch with a hog roast and take a tour of the new suite.
Flight - Season Finale for the Wincanton Film Society
'Flight', starring Denzel Washington - a supercharged film to bring our 2012/13 film season to a close on Wednesday 19th June.
New Management Arrangements for Wincanton Sports Centre
The Trustees of Wincanton Community Sports Centre (WCSC) have decided that due to its on-going success WCSC needs professional management. They've agreed with South Somerset District Council that the running of WCSC should be passed to a professional leisure organisation.
Wincanton Town Football Club (Youth Section) AGM
On Friday 28th June Wincanton Town Football Club (Youth Section) is holding their Annual General Meeting at Wincanton Sports Ground. It starts at 7.30pm and anyone interested in getting involved with the club is welcome to come along.
CATCH Clears a Blockage in the River Cale
The CATCH (Community Action to Transform the Cale Habitat) team has discovered, and now cleared a significant blockage in the River Cale. Check out the 'before' and 'after' shots.
Wincanton Football Youngsters Need Support for Sponsored Walk
On Saturday 22nd June, members of Wincanton Town Football Club (Youth Section) are taking part in a sponsored walk to raise money for the purchase of an Automated Electronic Defibrillator.
Sandbag - Wincanton RBL Newsletter May 2013
News and stories from the Wincanton and District Branch of the Royal British Legion. Read a summary of the May Newsletter or download the full edition, complete with photographs, in pdf format.
Horsington & South Cheriton 'Villager' Magazine - June 2013
The "Villager" magazine has another month of news, activities, events and photos from the villages of Horsington and South Cheriton.
Big Time Art Comes to Rural Somerset
Alice Workman, Director of Hauser and Wirth Somerset, came to explain at an open meeting the plan to build a top international art gallery on a farm on the edge of Bruton.
Truffles Restaurant Father's Day Lunch
Bring Dad to Truffles fabulous Father's Day Lunch on Sunday 16th June! A lavish three-course meal for £18.95 - less than the cost of our best selling claret! Truffles can only seat 30 covers so make sure to book early.
Webtogs - The Outdoors, Online in Wincanton
Webtogs is an internet retailer of outdoor clothing and equipment based in Wincanton. We are now offering a delivery and collection service for customers from the surrounding area if you place an order through our website.
Parish Church Celebration Fete and Free Thanksgiving Concert
Repairs to the roof of Wincanton Parish Church have been completed. A day of Celebration and Thanksgiving will take place on Saturday 8th of June 2013.
Graham Hiscock - Award-Winning Local Photographer
Wincanton-based photographer, Graham Hiscock LBIPP, has received recognition for his work in wedding photography after achieving a Bronze award and two Certificates of Merit at the British Institute of Professional Photography (BIPP) South West Regional Awards.
The Forgotten History of Wincanton's Market Place
If we care to scratch beneath the surface of Wincanton's Market Place, we may be surprised by the historical secrets we unearth in the seemingly mundane objects we walk by every day.
Record Breaking at Wincanton Karate Club
Wincanton Karate Club at The Honbu has seen its youngest ever person receive their first belt, with four-year-old Ellen Moore gaining her orange belt.
Lucky Duckies Bring Racing Fun to Recreation Ground
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Primary School organised an entertaining afternoon of Duck Racing at Wincanton Recreation Ground on Sunday 19th May, drawing happy family crowds to a revived annual event to raise money for the school's PTFA.
Solistics Beauty and Well-Being
I would like to introduce to you Solistics, a new and exciting holistic, beauty and well-being studio at the Applegarth Emporium, Wincanton. Solistics treats everyone as an individual and tailors each treatment to suit you.
The Balsam Bustle - A Great Time Had By All
Our first Balsam Bustle was a great success! The many activities and our special guests in the form of some popular Star Wars characters drew huge crowds! We're looking forward to doing it all again next year!
Notice of Co-Option of a Town Councillor
A casual vacancy has arisen on the Town Council, due to resignation. Since no electors have called for an election, the Council will fill this vacancy by co-option at its meeting on Monday 10th June 2013.