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Jessica's House - Local Art in the Heart of Wincanton
"Embarking on a new career in retail has proved challenging but rewarding" says Katie, the new owner of Jessica's House, soon to open in the Market Place, Wincanton.
Introducing Your New Editor - And Thanking The Old
After two years as Editor, John Baxter has stepped down to concentrate on writing and helping other people to contribute to Wincanton Window. I'd like to introduce myself, your new Editor, and thank John for all his hard work.
Christmas Fair at Wincanton Racecourse
Somerton & Frome Conservatives Christmas Fair will be held on Thursday, 20th October at Wincanton Racecourse Marquee from 10.00am to 3.30pm. The entrance fee of £3 will be given to Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance.
Maasai Warriors Come to Wincanton Church
Come and enjoy the unique performance of the Maasai Warriors in St Peter and St Pauls Church Wincanton on Saturday 29th October. The Troupe's performances are stunning, and give every audience an unforgettable experience.
Wessex Diaries, Sketches from Life in Hardy Country
Horsington author John Vallins has written 'Country Diaries' for the Guardian newspaper for nearly 20 years. Now a selection of his 'diaries' have been published in a new hardback, with a book launch and signing in Castle Cary on Saturday 15th October.
Charlton Croquet Club Gala Dinner
In order to improve the Charlton Croquet Club's ground and facilities, a fund-raising campaign has been launched and, as part of this initiative, a fantastic Gala Dinner is being held on Friday 14th October at Charlton Horethorne Village Hall.
Elegant Home Has a Double Celebration
Anna Cuff reports on a successful second year and the opening of a second branch of Elegant Home in Langport as she prepares for a fresh range of fashion and home furnishings to arrive this autumn.
You Are What You Eat - The Making of a Nutritionist
My children each have their own health issues. Preferring natural remedies, I trained as a nutritionist-herbalist to help them and it’s made a big difference to our family. If it works for us, I can help it work for you.
Sandbag - Wincanton RBL Newsletter: September 2011
News and stories from the Wincanton and District Branch of the Royal British Legion. Read a summary of the September Newsletter or download the full edition, complete with photographs, in pdf format.
Eddie is Back with a Great New Men's Barbershop
This month sees the return of Wincanton's specialist barbershop for men just by the entrance to the Co-Op.
Vandalism in our Communities - Who Pays the Price?
Vandalism has created the headlines in all the media. Sadly Wincanton, Castle Cary, and Bruton are not immune to this sickness. Every incident involves collateral damage that can cause far greater damage to both the owner of the premises, and our community.
Wincanton Twinners Home and Away
A summary of the Wincanton, Gennes/les Rossier Twinning for 2010/11. A great time had by all both in France and here in Wincanton.
Screen Bites Food Film Festival Returns to Wincanton
Screen Bites Food Film Festival is back at Wincanton, with a selection of delicious food and the wonderful film Julie and Julia, in the King Arthur's School PEC on Tuesday 11th October.
A Murder Mystery Evening at King Arthur's
Come along to King Arthur's for an evening of fun and test your powers of deduction! Thursday 13th October 2011, 7.30pm.
More Awards for The Nog: Regional Pub of the Year!
In a turn of events that The Nog Inn's owners Will and Amy call "amazing and unexpected", one of Wincanton's favourite real ale pubs has impressed incognito judges to become CAMRA's Wessex Regional Pub of the Year.
Quaker Outreach Week 1st - 9th October at Wincanton Meeting House UPDATED
Make peace a way of life: this year's theme launches several events at Wincanton Meeting House and elsewhere - come along and find out about Quakers. Join in, take a chance to reflect, ask questions and enjoy the refreshments.
Horsington & South Cheriton Villager Magazine - October 2011
The Villager is the monthly magazine for Horsington and South Cheriton. Read a summary of October's edition and download the full magazine in PDF format.
The 2011 Christmas Extravaganza is on Friday 2nd December
OK, so Christmas is almost three months away. But the planning started ages ago.
What's an Arboriculturist? Jonathan Astill Aims to Shed Some Light
"Arbolist... look up the word. I don't know, maybe I made it up. Anyway it's an arbo-tree-ist, somebody who knows about trees.” (George W. Bush). Poor old George 'Dubya' wouldn’t be the first person to get a little confused. Perhaps I can explain.
Wincanton Business Keeps Mums Up To Speed
Did you know that mums across the UK and beyond look to Wincanton to keep their families and homes running smoothly? Boxhouse Publishing is the company behind Organised Mum, the best-selling brand of calendars, diaries and home stationery for busy women.
Do We Deserve a Community Award? Please Cast Your Vote!
Wincanton Window has applied for a grant from NatWest CommunityForce. Our success depends entirely on votes from the public. On behalf of everyone at the Window, I’m appealing for you to take just a few minutes to vote for us.
It's Competition Time! Win Lovely Stationery Goodies (Now Ended)
We've teamed up with local company Boxhouse Publishing, who are offering a great Organised Mum's Life Book and a Weekly Planner as prizes in our fun competition. Find out how to enter.
All Welcome to Have a Look Around King Arthur's!
On Thursday 29th September King Arthur's Community School will be opening its doors from 7.00pm to all for an Open Evening.
Museum and History Society Talk: Art in the 1400's - The Arnolfini Portraits
Art lecturer, early music specialist and archaeologist Jonathan Weeks will be giving a talk centred on the Bruges artist Jan van Eyck in the Balsam Centre on Friday 30th September.
Richard Lennox Organ Recital at Wincanton Methodist Church
Don't miss Richard Lennox, Somerset's own virtuoso on organ and piano, who brings you a rich, varied and exciting fundraising recital at Wincanton Methodist Church on Saturday 1st October at 6.30pm.
The Cranmore Chase 10km Fun Run - Sunday 16th October
Brue Valley Rotary Club & Wells City Harriers announce The Cranmore Chase 10 km Fun Run in aid of the East African Famine and also local charities on Sunday 16th October.
Wincanton Stunned by Major Fire - Ten Fire Engines in Attendance
Wincanton awoke to the stunning news that we have been host to one of the biggest fires in Somerset for many years.
The Big Welcome - A Warm Reception at our Local Churches
This Sunday churches across the country will be hosting The Big Welcome. This is a Sunday where you can drop into any church, but you will see outside some churches a poster with the Big Welcome on it.
Write for the Window - A Three Session Writers' Workshop in Wincanton
Try your hand at a little local journalism with John Baxter's three-session Writer's Workshop at the Balsam Centre in October. It's great fun for anyone who would like to have a go at writing for Wincanton Window, and it's free!