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Our Myakka, now art in Devon
The Myakka warehouse outlet in Wincanton has now closed, but that's not the end of its story. Myakka is now part of the Ian Snow family, an ethical homewares company based in Devon, and founders Georgie Hopkins and Simon Whitehead couldn't be happier.
The newly restored statue of Nathaniel Ireson is being unveiled on Monday
On Monday 16th December, the Mayor of Wincanton will be unveiling the newly restored statue of Nathaniel Ireson in the grounds of the Parish Church of St. Peter and St. Paul. The head has finally been reattached! Everyone is welcome.
Wincanton Town Council has a vacancy - will you stand?
A casual vacancy has arisen on Wincanton Town Council due to resignation. Since no electors have called for an election, the Council will fill this vacancy by co-option at its meeting Monday 27th January 2020. Contact the Clerk for an application form.
Wincanton Over-70s Christmas Lunch
Wincanton Over-70s Christmas Lunch was held on Sunday 1st December 2019 at King Arthur's School. With entertainment from Wincanton Youth Theatre, and help from KA staff, Year 11 pupils and volunteers, ninety four residents had a great day.
Wincanton Youth Theatre presents ‘Now That’s What I Call a WYT Christmas!’
Members of the group have been busy putting together a fully festive delight; a show that compliments all elements of the performing arts, including singing, dancing and acting, to take place at King Arthur’s School on the weekend of 14th and 15th December.
Bruton Choral Society Christmas Concert
We’d love you to come to our next big event: the Christmas concert in St Mary's Church, Bruton. It’s a wonderful way to start the festive season in a beautiful setting. Choir items and solos will be intertwined with traditional carols for all to join in.
A Christmas concert by the Pilgrim Singers
The Wincanton area ecumenical choir, the Pilgrim Singers, have all been rehearsing with enthusiasm for their annual charity Christmas concert next Sunday, 15th December, which this year will be supporting the CAT Bus.
Spectra Musica presents “The First Nowell”
'The First Nowell' will be an enjoyable Christmas concert, Spectra Musica's first, with some well loved carols for the audience to participate in, on Saturday 14th December at the Catholic Church in Wincanton.
Wincanton Choral Society Christmas Concert 2019
The Wincanton Choral Society Winter Concert will take place in Wincanton Sports Centre on Sunday 8th December. It'll be the choir's first concert with their outstanding new director of music, Katrine Reimers, who will ensure that this performance is very exciting!
A Christmas Fair supporting schools in Henstridge
On behalf of St Nicholas Primary School and Explorers Preschool in Henstridge we are holding a Christmas fair on Friday 13th December. There'll be rides, games, food, crafts, a lantern parade and Santa's Grotto!
Dreaming of Silver on Wincanton’s Festive Raceday
Break free from your offices and head to Wincanton Racecourse for an early Christmas celebration on Thursday, 5th December. With the holiday season approaching, it’s the perfect time to gather friends and colleagues for a day out at the races.
A coffee morning supporting the CAT Bus UPDATED
We are organising a fundraising coffee morning in support of the CAT Bus, on November 30th in the Wincanton Baptist Church hall. Please come and help us raise a donation for this valuable community service.
The Marriage of Heaven and Hell: the Equilibrium of Good and Evil
Highly esteemed Wincanton-based poet and playwright Steve McAuliffe premiered his latest radio play, The Marriage of Heaven and Hell, in Wincanton Town Hall in August. Alice Glover reviews the performance.
Villager magazine for Horsington & South Cheriton - November 2019
Sally Packer gives us a few snapshots of her recent trip to Ethiopia, reports from our community, from the churchwarden, the school's Headteacher, the WI, Reverend Kevin, and event notices for the coming months.
Olympians help Wincanton Sports Centre raise funds for employee with brain tumor
Two Olympic swimmers joined fundraisers at an event held in support of 22-year-old Laura Skerritt, a teaching instructor at Wincanton Sports Centre, who is living with a tennis ball-sized brain tumour.
Love cheese? You'll love The Truckle Truck
Susie, a bright and very beautiful Citroen HY van, is 50 years old, but she's been given a new lease of life as a travelling cheese shop. You can sniff us out somewhere in the Wincanton Memorial Hall car park every Thursday!
Wincanton's Remembrance Parade and service 2019
Once again Wincanton came out in numbers to participate in and support the town’s Royal British Legion Remembrance Parade on Sunday 10th November 2019. Here is a report and some photos of the event.
[TALK:] A unique local take on the Dambusters raid of WW2
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Janet Fray has lived locally for many years. She was married to Jerry, a retired RAF Squadron Leader and holder of the Distinguished Flying Cross, whose vital role related to the Dambusters raid was kept secret until 2001.
Remembrance 2019 parade and service timings
Here are the timings for Wincanton's Remembrance Sunday 2019 parade and church service. From last year, for the 100th anniversary of the Armistice ending WWI, we reverted to the traditional time; in the morning.
Wincanton Racecourse generously hosted a successful day in aid of Combat Stress
Wincanton Racecourse generously hosted a phenomenally successful day in aid of Combat Stress, the veteran’s mental health charity, on Sunday 27th October. There was a record turnout of racegoers and just over £65k was raised.
Horsington Church School fundraising youth market
Horsington Church School is organising its own youth market in Cole's Yard this weekend to raise funds towards refurbishing the classrooms. Hot drinks and soup, savoury and sweet nibbles, handmade arts and crafts will be for sale.
Wincanton has voted to keep free parking [at point of use]
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Wincanton's car parks will remain free at the point of use after the Town Council voted overwhelmingly to honour the result of the town-wide survey it undertook during the week leading up to the 18th October.
Poppies galore at St Peter and St Paul’s
Over the last few weeks, ladies from the congregation of the Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul in Wincanton have been busily knitting hundreds of poppies! Why? You may ask. Pop into the Church from Remembrance Sunday to find out.
The Winter Fair at the Racecourse - supporting The Balsam Centre
It's time again for the delightful Winter Fair, this year to be held at Wincanton Racecourse and raising money for The Balsam Centre. Everything is donated, so all the money goes to charity.
Spooky Fireworks & Bonfire at Wincanton Sports Ground
Wincanton Sports Ground has been host to an annual fireworks event over the last few years. This year we have combined both Halloween and Bonfire Night to create a Spooky Fireworks and Bonfire night on Saturday 2nd November.
Sandbag – Wincanton RBL newsletter for October & November 2019
Wincanton Poppy Appeal 2019 launch, the plans for the Remembrance 2019 parade and service, a pre-Christmas branch function, and Tony Goddard recalls the last 15 years with the Branch.
Wincanton car parking survey closes on Friday 18th
Wincanton Town Council has delivered a survey to every eligible residence in the town. Should we agree to pay more Council Tax to cover the cost of parking for everyone, or should we let SSDC install parking meters so those who use them will cover the cost?
Somerset batsman will celebrate the return of racing to Wincanton
Wincanton Racecourse will be welcoming retiring England and Somerset cricketer Marcus Trescothick to the official opening meeting of its new season on Thursday 17th October, along with a number of his county team mates.
'Twas the night before carnival...
Wincanton Carnival is back after a year off, and 2019 is set to be a great show, with over 60 entries expected! There will be some road closures during the event, as well as a couple of temporary one-way systems to help residents. Read on for more details.
Racing is returning to Wincanton a week early!
Racing returns to Wincanton Racecourse this Wednesday 9th October; a week earlier than initially planned. Entry is just £10 per person to this additional meeting which was originally allocated to Towcester.