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Wincanton Racecourse Gets Ready To Rock 'n' Roll
As the 2012 - 2013 jump season approaches the final furlong, Wincanton Racecourse's penultimate May meetings - evening racing with live music (9th May) and Ladies Day (14th May) - are fitting seasonal and social finales.
Ruth Farrant To Preach at Anniversary Service at Methodist Church
Rev. Ruth Farrant will be taking the Church Anniversary Service at Wincanton Methodist Church on Sunday 28th April, at 10.30am. There will be a "Bring and Share" finger buffet after the service.
Car Boot Sale for King Arthur's Students' Kenya Expedition
As some of you may be aware there is a small group of final year King Arthur's students travelling to Kenya after their exams for a month. We have been desperately trying to raise money, each student having to raise £4000 in total.
"Snow Cake" Showing at Wincanton Film Society on Wednesday 24th
Wincanton Film Society's next screening is "Snow Cake", a drama about the friendship between an autistic woman and a man traumatised after a fatal car accident. Join us on Wednesday 24th April.
The Loose Ends Cafe at the Balsam Centre
During August last year the Balsam Centre started a Tuesday lunchtime café, from 12.30pm to 2.00pm, called Loose Ends, open to everyone who is, well, at a loose end! Join us for freshly-cooked food and great company.
Sunday Market Proposals - Drop In Meeting
Wincanton Town Team would like to invite you to an open drop in meeting on Thursday 25th April. We would love to have your ideas and inspiration and listen to any feedback in regard to the Wincanton Sunday Market plans.
Can CCTV Images Identify King Arthur's Thief?
Staff and students at King Arthur's School, Wincanton, are reeling from a spate of thefts that have taken place after school hours, but CCTV images taken during the break-ins may help to identify the thief. Do you recognise this man?
Otter Nurseries Support for Wincanton Hospital Scanner Appeal
For several weeks, raffle tickets in support of the Scanner Appeal for Wincanton Community Hospital have been available at a local garden centre. Read on to find out the winning name of the giant fluffy duck and the amount raised.
Town Team Plans for a Sunday Market in Wincanton
Wincanton Town Team is looking to set up a regular Sunday market on the High Street in a bid to re-ignite local trade. Town Team leader Katie Petre-Mears feels a Sunday market will be a unique selling point for the town.
Roll Up! Roll Up! - Skittles Evening with Ploughman's Supper
The Parish Church, Wincanton is holding a fun Skittles Evening with a Ploughman's Supper in aid of Church funds on Saturday 20th April in the Mill Street Social Club. Come along and have a game, with a prize for the winners.
New Mini-Roundabout at the Bottom of South Street
The current boom in road works throughout the area is clearly the effect of the worst winter in many years. I've unearthed some useful information about the road works at the junction of Southgate Road, Station Road and Moor Lane.
Race Night for Wincanton Community Hospital - Tally Ho, They're Off!
Friends of Wincanton Community Hospital have teamed up with Wincanton Town Football Club to bring a night of fun and racing at the Sports Ground Moor Lane Wincanton on Saturday 20th April.
Kick-Start your Creative Writing
Love writing? Have an idea for a book or just want to have fun with like-minded people? Join this eight-week inspirational course with two acclaimed authors.
Children Take Centre Stage at Wincanton Racecourse
Wincanton Racecourse's Children's Day on Sunday 21st April looks set to be buzzing, with hundreds of children expected to take advantage of the family orientated race-day that provides complimentary entry to children 17-years and under when accompanied by an adult.
Wincanton Museum Opens at Wincanton Library
On Saturday 30th March 2013 Wincanton Museum re-opened at the Towns Library and was officially opened by local MP David Heath. Luckily, Wincanton Window had two people in attendance who were happy to record the event.
Join in the Balsam Bustle at its Community Fun Day
The Balsam Centre's Community Fun Day takes place on Sunday 28th April, with lots of activities and a photographic competition too. A raffle, games for children and adults, plenty to eat and drink and "Dog with the Waggiest Tail" competition!
Triathlon Returns to Wincanton - Sunday 28th April
Triathlon really got everyone talking at London 2012. For a chance to either take part in, or volunteer to help at a local Triathlon. Wincanton Sports Centre is the place to be on Sunday 28th April.
Bee Aware Workshop at Carymoor Environmental Centre
Join TV's Brigit Strawbridge at Carymoor Environmental Centre on Sunday 28th April for a one-day workshop on the fascinating subject of bees.
New Courses and Activities at the Balsam Centre
A variety of new courses and activities are either about to start or have recently begun at the Balsam Centre, designed to get you out and about this Spring, to learn something new or meet new friends.
River Cale Health Survey Video UPDATED
Here’s the long awaited video coverage of the recent in-depth (!) survey of the Cale undertaken by the Wild Trout Trust, provoked by two local dads on a continuing mission to improve the health of the river.
Longer Swimming Hours at Wincanton Sports Centre
Wincanton Sports Centre has extended its swimming pool opening hours. The pool programme is now even more full of great swimming sessions including lanes, adults only, fun sessions, parent and toddlers, 60 + , and masters.
Easter Soccer School
Wincanton Town FC (Youth Section) and AFC Bournemouth are running a soccer school over the Easter holidays between 3rd and 5th April 2013. Places are filling fast, so apply right now!
Milborne Port Opera Performs Iolanthe after Easter
Milborne Port Opera will be performing Gilbert & Sullivan's "Iolanthe" at the Village Hall straight after Easter, from 3rd to 6th April. The play is full of wonderful music and is supported by an excellent 11-piece orchestra.
Wincanton Sports Centre Easter Holiday Activities
Wincanton Sports Centre has a range of great holiday activities on offer from Tuesday 2nd April - Friday 12th April. Wet or dry, there's something for everyone.
Horsington & South Cheriton 'Villager' Magazine - April 2013
Horsington and South Cheriton Villager Magazine for April 2013 has news of coming events in and around the villages. Also there are stories and articles written by residents about their travels and experiences.
Truffles Restaurant Easter Sunday Lunch
Truffles in Bruton will be open for Easter Sunday lunch and for all subsequent Sunday lunches as there seems to be a demand from customers for a reasonably priced roast in a non-pub setting.
Children's Day at Wincanton Racecourse
Wincanton's infamous Children's Day coincides with the Easter Holidays on Sunday, 21April. The day stages a feast of child-friendly activities: pony racing and a donkey derby, ball skills with Yeovil Town Football Club and riding a rodeo bull simulator!
Wincanton Silver Band is Looking To The Future
Wincanton Silver Band recently held their AGM. After another successful year the band are developing their youth section to develop young musicians who will ensure the future of Wincanton Silver Band.
A Glimpse of Tudor Art
The Tudor and Elizabethan periods continue to fascinate us. Hendrika Foster will introduce some of the art and artists that defined this period of our history. Join her on Friday 22nd March at 7.30pm in the Balsam Centre.
The Third Man - One of the Great Classic Films
Every year many new films emerge onto the Cinema Circuit, but very few films go on to become true classics. Wincanton Film Society is showing one of them, The Third Man, on Tuesday 19th March.