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Christmas Tree Festival in Wincanton Parish Church
A new venture to raise money for the Roof Appeal is a Christmas Tree Festival in the Parish Church between 15th and 18th December. Come and see lots of beautifully decorated trees, have some refreshments and support our fundraising.
Christmas Celebrations in Wincanton Churches
Once again it is time to celebrate the real meaning of Christmas with all of our churches celebrating different services throughout December.
Women's Domestic Violence Refuge Launches Local Appeal
Can you spare a few items to bring some festive cheer to women and children who will be spending this Christmas at a domestic violence refuge? Local collection points will accept your donations from now until Christmas and beyond.
Sandbag - Wincanton RBL Newsletter: November 2011
News and stories from the Wincanton and District Branch of the Royal British Legion. Read a summary of the November Newsletter or download the full edition, complete with photographs, in pdf format.
Wincanton's Best Extravaganza! See the Pictures, Read All About It - NEW VIDEO
The biggest crowds yet turned up to sing carols around the Christmas tree, visit the shops and the street market, meet friends and enjoy the hospitality offered. Enjoy this photographic gallery and write up of the event.
Are You Ready for Christmas? Wincanton Racecourse is!
It’s only four weeks till Christmas and Wincanton Racecourse has every aspect covered. Here's a breakdown of their calendar over the festive season.
Crafty Christmas Fun at Carymoor Environmental Centre
Bring the whole family to Carymoor Environmental Centre, Castle Cary on Saturday 10th December between 2.00pm and 4.00pm for some Crafty Christmas Fun!
Wincanton Choral Society's Christmas Concert
Wincanton Choral Society and their conductor Simon Twiselton will be presenting a Christmas Concert on Sunday December 11th which will be filled with festive spirit.
Don't Miss an Illustrated Talk on 19th Century African Exploration
Just a reminder that Colonel John Blashford-Snell will kindly be giving an illustrated talk on 19th Century Darkest Africa in St. John’s Church, Horsington on Friday 9th December at 7.30 pm in aid of the Church restoration.
Prompt Action Reassures Wincanton Community
Community Safety issues such as anti-social behaviour, vandalism, criminal damage and speeding continue to be a concern for local communities. The Area East Community Safety Action Panel met on the 8th of November as part of their programme to identify and prioritise these local community safety issues and work with the affected communities to resolve them.
'Wincanton Winter' Christmas Competition
Dust off your cameras and get busy for the chance to win a prize in our annual Christmas competition. Not one but four prizes for adults and two prizes for our younger happy snappers!
Start Your Christams Shopping at the Animal Rescue Christmas Bazaar
Somerset & Dorset Animal Rescue are holding their Christmas Bazaar this Saturday 3rd December 10.00am till 4.00pm. It will be packed full of Christmas presents and old treasures too. With hot drinks, cakes and mince pies! Don't miss out!
Handy With a Camcorder? Help Required at Christmas Extravaganza!
Do you have a camcorder and would you like to join in with a collaborative project to create a video of the events at the Christmas Extravaganza?
Christmas Begins With The Extravaganza in Just a Few Days!
There are just a few days to the Extravaganza. Friday 2nd December is the evening to be in Wincanton High Street, full of stalls, shops open late, fun for all the family. It's the biggest and best yet. Come and join us.
Grab a Bargain at the Scouts Group Christmas Bazaar
The 1st Wincanton Scouts Group is holding their Christmas Bazaar on Saturday 3rd December. Come along to the Wincanton Memorial Hall at 10.00am and grab a bargain. Or just pop in for a quiet coffee and a biscuit.
Horsington & South Cheriton Villager Magazine - December & January 2011
The Villager is the monthly magazine for Horsington and South Cheriton. Read the summary of December & Janurary's edition and download the full magazine in PDF format.
An Evening of Adventure
Two illustrated talks about the Oman and the North West Frontier Region of Pakistan promise an evening of adventure in Cucklington Village Hall on Saturday 3rd December.
Sandbag - Wincanton RBL Newsletter: October 2011
News and stories from the Wincanton and District Branch of the Royal British Legion. Read a summary of the October Newsletter or download the full edition, complete with photographs, in pdf format.
Police Beat Team Promotes Winter Road Safety
Following the recent clock change and the evenings becoming darker earlier, officers from the Castle Cary Neighbourhood Beat Team have been out promoting winter road safety with local children.
Graffiti Hot Spot in Castle Cary - Police Appeal for Information
Avon and Somerset Constabulary are appealing for information from the public after unknown persons have sprayed graffiti across several areas of Castle Cary.
Bishop of Bath and Wells Visits Wincanton Community Hospital
The Bishop of Bath and Wells visited Wincanton Community Hospital recently and showed his support for the 'Friends' Christmas Scanner Appeal.
Stourhead’s Autumn
Sunday 6th November saw the car park at Stourhead packed as visitors from all over the country and beyond came to see the spectacular display of autumn colours. Once again my camera had to be in use.
hft (Home Farm Trust) Annual Christmas Fair
Come and shop at our wonderful stalls at the HFT Christmas Fair this Saturday, 26 November at the Memorial Hall 10.00am - 1.30pm.
A Personal Message From Your Town Councillors
In my new role as Editor, I thought I'd write to our Town Councillors to introduce myself and invite them to let us know what they're up to on our behalf these days. I got a surprising response.
Have Fun at a Christmas Charity Event with The Co-operative
On Saturday 3rd December, the Co-operative in Carrington Way is holding a Christmas charity event to raise money for their charity of the year, Mencap.
The Story of Stourhead Gardens History Society Talk
Stourhead is our biggest local attraction for visitors who come to see its fabulous gardens. Mr Tom Burr of the National Trust will be giving us an illustrated talk about them on Friday 25th November.
Wincanton People's Plan Questionnaire - Make Yours Count!
You have just received a questionnaire from The Wincanton People's Plan. This is your chance to tell us what you think about Wincanton so that we can update the 20 year Town Plan.
Pilgrim Singers Concert for Marie Curie Cancer Care
The Pilgrim Singers invite you to an entertaining evening of Christmas music and song on Saturday 10th December to raise awareness and funds for the valuable work that Marie Curie Cancer Care do to support those with cancer.
No Pharmacy at New Barns!
Did you know that there will not be a dispensing pharmacy at New Barns Surgery?
Spectra Musica 'Love & Devotion' Winter Concert
Spectra Musica chamber choir will be performing a selection of works by Bach, Britten, Purcell, Porter, Simon & Garfunkel and much more, at The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul, Wincanton on Saturday 3rd December 2011.