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New Farmers' Market Makes a Promising Start at Milborne Port
Milborne Port held their first Farmers Market at The Queens Head pub, London Road on Sunday 4th March 2012. The landlords, Toni and Steve, had offered their premises free of charge for this very exciting opportunity to get our community together for this new venture.
Trailer Stolen from a Field in Holbrook
Between Friday 9th March and Monday 12th March 2012 a small low loader trailer with drainage attachments on it has been stolen from a field near Sweetacres in Holbrook, Wincanton.
A District Counsellor's View on SSDC's Annual Budget
South Somerset District Council has just passed their budget to inflict more pain on both the people and businesses in Wincanton and South Somerset.
Shapemaster - Exercise for Everybody
If you don't want to join a gym, power-assisted exercise can improve your life and your health. If you think that exercise means wearing Lycra, feeling the pain, and sweating profusely three times a week then think again.
Top Up Your Wardrobe With a Bargain
As part of the Roof Aid appeal the Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul Wincanton is holding a Nearly New Clothes and Jumble Sale. This is an ideal opportunity to top up your wardrobe.
Wincanton Film Society Presents "The Way Back"
On 20th March, WFS presents the epic story of a remarkable journey made by a group of prisoners who escape from a Siberian Gulag and make their way to freedom in India, some 4000 miles distant.
Vehicles Targeted At Wincanton Business Park - Police Appeal For Information
Avon and Somerset Constabulary are appealing to the public to come forward with information to help assist with their enquiries. Between 4:30pm and 10pm on the evening of Sunday 4th March a number of vehicles parked on the Wincanton Business Park off of Southgate Road, Wincanton suffered damage.
Don't Miss the St Margaret's Hospice Charity Fashion Show
There is a wonderful shop in Wincanton where you can refresh your Spring / Summer wardrobe at very reasonable cost. Yes, it is St Margaret's charity shop and their fashion show is coming to Memorial Hall on Friday 16th March!
Planning for Real - Building on success in Queen Camel
Children have been forming the building blocks for development in Queen Camel as a model of the area takes shape this week. Pupils from Countess Gytha Primary School are working with local volunteers as part of the Youth Parliament project to consult on how the area could be developed in the future.
District Councillor Henry Hobhouse Responds to Nick Colbert's Letter
District Councillor Henry Hobhouse responds to Councillor Nick Colbert's claims that the parking charges policy of the district council has been "bullying", short on consultation and "Illegal".
Shoplifter Steals £150 of Goods From Castle Cary Shop
Police are investigating an incident which happened on Wednesday 29th February 2012 between 3.00 pm and 4.00pm, where there was a theft of a number of items from a shop in Castle Cary.
Why We Must Regenerate Our High Streets
How important is it to regenerate our High Street? There is a lot of talk about it but what, if any relevance does regeneration have for us here in Wincanton, Castle Cary and towns throughout the area?
Join Us At Memorial Hall For Our Coffee Mornings
Regular monthly coffee mornings are held at Memorial Hall in support of funds for the church of St Peter and St Paul. Please come and join us on the second Saturday of each month for an enjoyable social occasion.
NEW faces, NEW equipment, NEW opening times - Same GREAT service
We've seen several people come and go but at last we have a wonderful little team of professional happy people, plus some exciting new gadgets, gizmos and services to help us take even better care of your eyes and eyesight.
Charlton Musgrove Memorial Hall Gets SSDC Grant to Improve Parking
Members of the Area East Committee have awarded a grant of £4738 to Charlton Musgrove Memorial Hall Committee towards increasing and improving parking for the hall.
Coffee Morning Raises £520 for Parkinson's Research
The year 2012 has been designated "Find a Cure for Parkinson's Year", by Parkinson's UK. To this end, Richard and Sue Young held a coffee morning at their home in Charlton Horethorne on 7th February to raise money for research.
Castle Cary Litter Bin Set Ablaze
Avon and Somerset Constabulary are appealing for information from the public to help identify the person(s) responsible for setting alight a litter bin in Castle Cary. Between 9.00pm and 10.00pm on the evening of Tuesday 28th February a litter bin located on the Donald Pither Memorial Field was set alight.
Parking Tax - An Open Letter to SSDC Portfolio Holders
This open letter has been sent to the portfolio holder Councillors responsible for the car parking charges being inflicted on the peoples of Wincanton and Castle Cary. It has also been sent to Councillor Ric Pallister as the leader of SSDC.
Community Barn Owl Project - A Talk in Bruton
Find out about barn owls and how to get involved in a new conservation project being launched by Somerset Wildlife Trust. The first Community Barn Owl Project talk takes place at Bruton School for Girls on Monday, 12th March 2012.
The Wincanton Weight Loss Club
Brand New - the Wincanton Weight Loss Club! Come and join in with a friendly group in Wincanton who are interested in health and nutrition with the goal of losing weight. Everybody is welcome every Wednesday 12.00pm - 1.00pm.
New Farmers' Market For Milborne Port
We are holding our first ever Farmers' Market in Milborne Port on Sunday 4th March. This will be a regular event held on the first Sunday of each month at The Queens Head on the London Road, Milborne Port.
Marvellous March at Wincanton Racecourse
During March Wincanton Racecourse will host three marvellous consumer race days, with free admissions on 8th March, a Legends of Cheltenham theme on 9th March and fun for younger ones on Children's Day on 25th March.
Police Investigate Theft of Wrought Iron Gates From Church
Overnight on Tuesday 21st February to Wednesday 22nd February 2012 a pair of large wrought iron gates measuring 6ft wide by 5.6ft high, were stolen from All Saints Church, Castle Cary.
'The Mountains of Moab' - Diary of a British Cavalryman
Holbrook House is pleased to announce a fascinating talk on Saturday 10th March 2012 about the personal account of Corporal Edward Victor Godrich of the Queen's Own Worcestershire Hussars (1908 to 1919).
Milborne Port Play Area Gets £10,000 Boost from SSDC Area East
A group of young people with a vision to transform a play area in Milborne Port has received a £10,000 boost from South Somerset District Council. Councillors voted unanimously to support the SK8PIPEDREAM project, which aims to transform the Gainsborough area into a community space for all ages to enjoy.
Spring has Sprung, So Time for a Visit to Rochfords
Apart from the past couple of weeks of 'Siberian' temperatures, this year has so far been positively tropical by comparison to last. The grass has barely stopped growing and the daffodils in town are already a riot of colour.
BBC Somerset Bus Visits Wincanton
The BBC Somerset outside broadcast bus has come to Wincanton! They will be broadcasting live from Morison's car park between 9.00am and 12.00pm.
Wincanton Museum is to be Reborn
Having been homeless since 2010, a brighter future is now within reach for Wincanton Museum following collaborative talks with SCC Libraries Department and Wincanton Town Council. Just one hurdle remains - can you help?
Jean Peter Uses the Gym
Twice a week Mrs Jean Peter is to be found quietly working out in the gym at Wincanton Sports Centre. It is an inspiring story.
FREE* Green Skills Workshops at Carymoor in February & March
Come and learn how to lay a hedge, construct a path or weave a willow screen in the beautiful surroundings of Carymoor Environmental Centre near Castle Cary. Includes delicious home-made soup and cake!