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Twinners Needed Urgently!
Wincanton - Gennnes/Le Rossier Twinning Association urgently needs people to take part in the next Twinning Exchange in August 2012. Please read on if you'd like an enjoyable visit to France.
Dry Stone Walling and Paving
Branching off from general building some years ago, Patrick Houchen has developed a passion for dry stone walling and has become a skilled craftsman in this area.
Music and Munch at The Cat Café
The Cat Café are delighted to welcome the return of Kangaroo (half) Moon - next Friday 6th July 2012. Kangaroo Moon performs a creative, 'hoppy' mix of slightly psychedelic folksy roots and diddly dee - you really have to see it!
A 60-Year Celebration for Jeff and Molly Kingaby
A Diamond Jubilee is quite an event and not just for the Queen. Jeff Kingaby, for years the tireless Secretary of Wincanton Museum, and his wife Molly are celebrating their Diamond wedding anniversary.
Get Wincanton Singing This Sunday!
Come to the Recreation Ground on Sunday 1st July at 5.30pm and join in a time of singing to celebrate the Summer - and if it does rain we will take you under cover!
Horsington & South Cheriton 'Villager' Magazine - July & August 2012
A report and pictures of Jubilee celebrations in Horsington are included in this issue, along with local news, stories and information.
A Special Ceremony and a Jubilee Medal for Wincanton's Fire-fighters
Each time our firemen go out they put their lives on the line to save others. In my book they all deserve a medal. And that's exactly what they’re getting! But who are they all and what do they do?
Civil Parking Enforcement in Wincanton
I have recently received information regarding on-street parking with regard to civil parking enforcement in Somerset and an update for Town and Parish Councils.
Wincanton Town Football Club's Annual 6 A-Side Men's Tournament
Wincanton Town Football Club hosts their annual 6 a-side men's tournament on Sunday 1st July. Ten players are required per team, with a £20.00 entry fee. Will Frogs Roast Beef be back to defend their title?
Open Air Concert to Raise Money for Help The Heroes
On Saturday 7th July you are invited to a great concert in the garden of The Dogs, Wincanton Manor in South Street, where the Pilgrim Singers will entertain you in aid of the charity Help for Heroes.
Olympic Torch Brings Light and Cheer to Wincanton and District
On Friday 15th June students from schools in Wincanton, Castle Cary, Ansford, and Bruton brought pure cheer and delight to crowds as they carried out their own version of the Olympic Torch Relay.
Go For it. Give Blood. Monday 9th July 2012
Tomorrow you might need an emergency blood transplant, or someone in your family might need one, so have you thought about giving blood? The next session for donors is on Monday 9th July at Memorial Hall, Wincanton.
Hats Off to PAWfest - The Charity Music Festival Wows Crowds
Saturday 9th June: What a great afternoon and evening, and what an achievement - hats off to Liz and Colin at Somerset and Dorset Animal Rescue for all their hard work to organise a charity event on the scale of PAWfest.
Pilgrim Singers in Good Voice for Their Latest Concerts
The Pilgrim Singers were in good voice at their latest two concerts, a Jubilee Roof-Aid Celebration at the Parish Church on 2nd June and the second as a participating choir at the Stourhead Festival of the Voice on 9th June.
Interested in Raising Money for the Charity of Your Choice?
Since 2008 The Nog Inn has hosted a charity quiz night on the last Thursday of every month. Last year the quiz raised £2,146 and over £9,000 has been donated to various local and national charities in the past four years.
Criminal Damage at Our Lady of Mount Carmel RC Primary School
On or after the 14th June 2012 there has been criminal damage to a wire fence at Our Lady of Mount Carmel RC Primary School in Wincanton. The wire fence that is situated above the large stone wall on the corner of Balsam Fields has been cut, creating a large hole.
King Arthur's Summer Fete and Fun Dog Show
By popular demand, King Arthur's will be incorporating a Fun Dog Show into its annual Summer Fete on Friday 29th June, from 6.00 - 8.00pm. All the usual favourites, too! Come along - free entry!
The Wincanton Weight Loss Club is Back
Back by popular demand - The Wincanton Weight Loss Club! Would you like to learn more about food? Would you like to dispel the myths and learn what you should eat, how much, and why?
Wincanton Film Society - The Descendants, Starring George Clooney
George Clooney plays one of his best roles as a husband and father whose wife has had a serious accident, and as a hardened businessman he has to try and reconnect with his kids. Showing on Wednesday 20th June.
Wincanton Town Football Club Challenged to Achieve Promotion
Wincanton Town FC has had an amazing year, finishing 4th in the Dorset Magma League, and losing only two games all season. Such a fantastic year has qualified the club for the opportunity of promotion to the Toolstation Western League.
An Old Fashioned Housekeeping Service for the Modern Day
There has been a real revival in recent years of all things vintage and retro. At The Country Housekeeper, we've applied the vintage vibe in the form of our excellent, old-fashioned and professional housekeeping services.
Getting Olympic Fever? Three Towns Torch Run
Disappointed to miss out on the official Olympic Torch procession in their area, local schools, backed by businesses, sport centres, the town councils and the Police are holding their own special torch procession around Castle Cary, Bruton and Wincanton.
Bayford Diamond Jubilee Celebrations at Lodge Farm
Over 150 local residents joined in the party despite the rain to celebrate the Queens Diamond Jubilee. Our photos show the fun, games and entertainments enjoyed on the day.
Latest Police Reports - Car Crime and Property Damage
PCSOs Dan Arthur and Mandy Forsey give details of three incidents in Wincanton and Castle Cary relating to criminal damage to vehicles and the glass front door of a home.
Jubilee Parish Fete and Flower Festival
With Wincanton Parish Church beautifully decorated with spectacular flower arrangements, and the weather coming up with a calm, warm day on Saturday the setting for a good parish Fete was perfect.
Criminal Damage to a Vehicle in Milborne Port
Between 27th May and 31st May 2012 a vehicle was damaged while parked in Wheathill Way, Milborne Port. The vehicle, a red Ford Fiesta, was scratched and the wing mirror pulled off.
Taunton Thespians Bring Sir Terry Pratchett's Play to Wincanton
Taunton Thespians proudly announce that their 2012 Summer Tour brings 'Lords and Ladies', by Sir Terry Pratchett, to the Balsam Centre on Saturday 16th June.
The "Queen" Arrives at Wincanton Primary School
A huge crowd of well-wishers, subjects of her sovereign Majesty and wearing a wonderful collection of hats and crowns, gathered for a celebratory lunch at Wincanton Primary School on Thursday 31st May.
Diamond Jubilee Picnic - A Gallery of Photos
Local residents gathered at Wincanton Recreation Ground on Monday 4th June to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee with a very British picnic. Photographer Lisa Woolford captured the happy occasion with a vibrant series of images.
Reckless Driving in Castle Cary - Police Appeal for Witnesses
Avon and Somerset Constabulary are appealing for information from the public following a report of careless driving in the Church Street and South Street area of Castle Cary on Tuesday 29th May 2012 at approximately 9pm.