Wincanton's focused community website, providing news and information including a full calendar
The Bowen Aesthetic and Beauty Clinic - Bringing Beauty To You!
If you struggle to fit in those visits to the salon, Lauren Bowen, a highly qualified massage and beauty therapist, brings the treatments to you in the comfort of your own home. Plus - A very special voucher offer!
Wincanton Window Launches Local Photographic Exhibitions
Wincanton contains many talented photographers, both professional and amateur; we've seen and enjoyed many of their contributions here on the Window. Now we're creating a monthly online exhibition for local photography and we're inviting everyone to join in.
Latest Crime Reports - Bruton and Templecombe
Persistent vehicle damage in Bruton - a streak of vandalism has caused hundreds of pounds worth of damage to owners. Plus, theft of lead from the roof of Templecombe Church - can you help?
Exercise to Mobilise - Fitness From a Chair!
This free taster session is for people with disabilities or limited mobility. Taking place at the Balsam Centre on Friday 23rd November, the class will help you gain confidence, balance and avoid falls.
Dorset High Tops Button Workshop at the Balsam Centre
Try your hand at making High Top Buttons at this workshop, taking place at The Balsam Centre on Friday 30 November 2012.
Talitha's Cakes - New Mini Emporium is A Family Thing
Wincanton High Street already has a name for having individual and unique High Street shops. The arrival of "A Family Thing" brings even more quality to the Wincanton High Street experience.
Wincanton Primary School Steps Out for the Hospice
A sponsored walk organised by staff at the Wincanton Primary School and completed by their 270 pupils has raised over £2,000 for St Margaret's Hospice.
A Spooktacular Night - Hallowe'en Casino Night Raises £500
Wincanton Town Football Club's recent Halloween Casino Night set out to raise money for their flood light appeal. The evening was a real success and the club has raised approximately £500.
Vandals Strike Twice in Common Road - Ponies Endangered
Vandals caused mindless damage recently in two separate incidents in Common Road, Wincanton. In one, three parked vehicles were damaged and in the other, fencing surrounding a paddock was cut and bent, allowing ponies to escape into the road.
Brand New Fitness Equipment coming to Wincanton Sports Centre SOON!
We are proud to announce that Wincanton Sports Centre's new Matrix fitness equipment will be in place for the New Year. We'll have state of the art and up-to-date cardio-vascular equipment and top of the range strength machines.
Eugene Hideaway Bridges Plays Soul Blues at Buckhorn Weston
Award-winning Soul Blues singer Eugene Hideaway Bridges, from Houston, Texas will be playing at Buckhorn Weston Hall on Saturday 17th November. This is a fundraiser for Msaada, a Gillingham based charity, raising money for self-help projects in Rwanda.
New! Wincanton Business Networking Group Promotes Local Business
The new Wincanton Business Networking Group provides a valuable forum for all local businesses. All are welcome, there's no membership fee and for the cost of a good breakfast you can take advantage of this great networking opportunity.
Bags, Belts & Beads Sale to Help Beat Cancer
Wincanton fundraiser Pat Cullen is helping to beat cancer by raising funds with a Bags, Belts and Beads sale in the Memorial Hall on Friday 9th November from 9.30 am to 12.00 pm.
Premier League Football Training Dates in Wincanton
Wincanton Sports Ground is about to play host to several Arsenal FC Soccer Schools training events. This is an amazing opportunity for our young aspiring footballers to learn from the professionals.
Fashion Show Supports St Margaret's Hospice
A raffle held at a Fashion Show during October raised £600 for St Margaret's Hospice. Anna Cuff and the staff of local boutique, Preview, hosted the show in Wincanton Town Hall, where over 100 local people attended the shows.
Local Fireworks Displays 2012 VIDEO
Many of the big fireworks displays went off this past weekend, including one at Sherborne Castle on Saturday. But Fireworks Night is in fact tonight, 5th November. So where are the smaller local displays happening this year?
New Stalls Attract Crowds at Milborne Port Market
MIlborne Port's last farmers' market, on 6th October had lots of new stalls including a baker who sold out in half an hour! The stallholders we so impressed they will all be attending the next market, on Sunday 4th November.
It's Panto Time! See Dick Whittington at Wincanton Sports Centre
This year's panto at Wincanton Community Sports Centre is Dick Whittington, on Sunday 16th December (oh, not it's not! Oh, yes it is!). Great fun for all the family and under-fours go free. Support your local sports centre.
A Night at the Proms - Friday 9th November 2012
Wincanton Silver Band and Wincanton Royal British Legion present A Night at the Proms on Friday 9th November 2012. The award winning Wincanton Silver Band is holding a benefit concert in aid of the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.
"The Cook Did It!" Comes to Wincanton on 3rd November
Following the recent opening of the Woking Drama Festival, the two-time nominated whodunit comedy "The Cook Did It!" will step on stage at the Memorial Hall on Saturday 3rd November.
It's on! Christmas Extravaganza, Friday 7th December 2012
Wincanton Businesses Together is delighted to announce that the 2012 Extravaganza will take place on Friday 7th December. Preparations are well underway and all things being well it will be another great event.
Horsington & South Cheriton 'Villager' Magazine - November 2012
News, events and articles for Horsington and South Cheriton can be found in the Villager magazine. Remembrance Day is illustrated this month with a photograph and story of a First World War soldier from Horsington.
Arsenal Soccer Schools at Wincanton Sports Ground
A fantastic opportunity for young people between 5 and 12 years to enjoy a day with the Arsenal Soccer School at the Wincanton Sports Ground on Friday 2nd November. This is a marvellous opportunity and fantastic value at just £2.50.
Screen Bites 2012 Visiting North Cadbury on 2nd November
The ever-popular Screen Bites Food Film Festival is underway this October, and this year it’s coming to North Cadbury on Friday 2nd November, with local food producers set to exhibit before the feature film ‘The Last Holiday’ is screened.
Racing in Aid of St Margaret's Hospice & Wincanton Community Hospital
Wincanton's Charity Race Day was launched in 1997, with St Margaret's Hospice being a principal beneficiary for over a decade. Taking place this year on Sunday 28th October, the meeting hosts a marquee reception and a silent auction.
Children's Hallowe'en Party at Somerset & Dorset Animal Rescue
After such a successful Hallowe'en Party last year Somerset and Dorset Animal Rescue is holding another Children’s Hallowe'en Party on Wednesday 31st October. Join us if you dare and raise much needed funds for our furry friends!
Vintage Furniture, Gifts & Homewares at The Occasional Chair
Upcycled, recycled and vintage; those are our passions at The Occasional Chair, a fledgling new business in Wincanton High Street, where you can buy anything from furniture and home-wares to soft furnishings and gifts.
The Dark and Curious Market - Sunday 28th October
As Hallowe'en draws closer Captain Purky has recruited a crew of the dark and curious. Tarot readers, reiki healers, jewellers, artisans and more will be awaiting you for a day of mysticism and entertainment.
Get Ready for an Arcane Encounter!
Looking for something dark and mysterious this Hallowe'en weekend? Arcane Encounters is not a magic show, nor is it a demonstration of clairvoyant ability. This is something else. You had best come with us...
Wyke Farms School Football League - Horsington Overcomes Wincanton
Horsington overcame Wincanton in the Wyke Farms Football League on Monday 15th October, thanks to a hat trick from Joe Allen, resulting in a convincing 4 -1 win for Horsington.