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Christmas Clean-Up – Volunteers Assemble!
In partnership with Wincanton Town Team and SSDC’s Street Scene, volunteers for a pre-Christmas town clean-up will gather together this Saturday. If you can help, there could be a cup of tea and cake thrown in at Divine Wines!
Wincanton to be Illuminated by Renowned Lighting Artist Zac Greening
On Friday 4th December The Wincanton Town Team promises an extraordinarily modern High Street light display to celebrate the 2015 festive season – and you’re all invited.
Wincanton Remembrance Parade & Service 2015
Once again, Wincanton saw a good turnout of both spectators and those participating in the Remembrance Day parade down through the High Street. It was particularly encouraging to see many younger members of the community involved in the event.
Lucy Jenkins - An Art Exhibition at Divine Wines Throughout December
Lucy Jenkins exhibits a new collection of watercolour paintings throughout December at Divine Wines in Wincanton. Entitled Fruits of the Earth, the collection raises awareness of the impact of climate change and the direct impact of human actions on nature.
Christmas Party Day at Wincanton Racecourse
On Thursday 3rd December Wincanton Racecourse hosts its Christmas Party Day, the perfect opportunity to celebrate the festive season with a day at the races. Choral music will greet and entertain you as you shop at over 20 trade stands.
Horsington & South Cheriton Villager Magazine - November 2015
It is Fireworks time, and Steve Hawkins rightly tells us about the History of Fireworks! Also this month The Villager welcomes the new Parish Councillors, and Penny Nagle gives the latest update on the broadband quest.
It’s coming... UPDATED
The shops are decorated and full of Christmas stock; choirs up and down the land are practicing their music. We can safely say that Christmas is coming soon, and so is the Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza.
Festival of Nativity Scenes at Wincanton Parish Church
Wincanton Parish Church are holding a Festival of Nativity Scenes in the Church from Friday 11th to Sunday 13th December, created by local groups, organisations and individuals. Come and admire the displays.
Nibbles & Tipples at Craftique on 9th December
Craftique, purveyor of locally sourced handmade crafts since opening in July, is getting festive with a special event on 9th December offering nibbles and tipples to shop visitors between 12.00 noon and 2.00pm.
The Best Christmas Tree Ever..?
Decorated with two thousand coloured lights, this year’s Christmas tree in Market Place was officially lit on Saturday 14th November and has been claimed by many to be the loveliest tree they can remember.
Family Christmas Quiz Fundraiser for Westhill Nursery
Join Christmas fun at the Memorial Hall on Saturday 28th November for the Family Christmas Quiz Fundraiser held by Westhill Nursery. Everybody is welcome! Help us raise money towards a new climbing frame and outdoor play equipment for the Nursery.
Spectra Musica’s American Christmas
Spectra Musica, a choir based in Wincanton, is presenting a Christmas concert with a distinctly American flavour on Saturday 5th December, in The American Museum, Bath.
Switching On the Christmas Tree Lights
This Saturday, 14th, at 6:30pm the lights on the Christmas tree at Market Place will be switched on as part of a ceremony lead by Mayor Colin Winder. There will hopefully also be some carol singing around the tree.
Catch Up With The Villager Magazine – June to October Issues
After a bit of a break, catch up with June to October issues of the Horsington and South Cheriton Villager Magazine. All the news and local contacts for the surrounding area.
Milborne Port’s Annual Christmas Craft & Food Market
Milborne Port’s fifth annual Christmas Craft & Food Market is on Sunday 29th November, 2015 from 11.00am to 4.00pm in the Village Hall. Parking and entry are free and all the stalls will be selling quality, handmade, home-grown bespoke items.
Fifty Years of Wincanton Transport and Engineering (1965-2015)
On Saturday 14th November we will be presenting an evening of pure nostalgia, on film and stills, about Wincanton Transport from 1965 until 2015.
ANVIL Discussion: Should the UK Stay in the EU?
Should the United Kingdom remain a member of the European Union? This is the choice we will be facing for the referendum. A local talk gives you the chance to look at the issues.
Sandbag – Wincanton RBL newsletter for October 2015
News and events from the Wincanton branch of the Royal British Legion. A summary and link to the full edition of October’s newsletter.
HSBC is Closing its Wincanton Branch
There is bad news for staff and customers of HSBC on Wincanton's High Street – the bank is closing the branch in January. It is also closing the branches at Sherborne and Glastonbury.
Poppy Appeal 2015
The 2015 National Poppy Appeal started on Thursday 22nd October and Wincanton is in full gear to make it a special year.
Memorial Benches – Strong Community Spirit Ensures A Happy Ending
When one of the seats at the Wincanton War Memorial was damaged, it appeared to be an act of vandalism but there was a very different side to the incident and the outcome showed a strong community spirit.
South Street Road Closure – Monday 26th October
On Monday 26th October Somerset County Highways will be closing South Street for one day to allow works to be carried out on the pedestrian crossing between the Balsam Fields junction and Wincanton Primary School.
Refurbished Co-Op Store Opens Friday 23rd October
The Co-Operative Store in Carrington Way reopens on Friday after a recent closure for refurbishment. With reduced floor space, the store can now legally trade for longer hours, though Co-Op says customers should still enjoy the same level of stock.
King Arthur’s Head Teacher on the School’s Latest OFSTED Report
King Arthur’s School received an OFSTED inspection in June 2015. Chris Beech, Head teacher, gives his perspective upon the report and why he thinks there’s every reason to be optimistic about the progress the school and its students are making.
The Honbu’s Seventh Birthday Celebrations Are a Big Hit
The Honbu, Wincanton Karate Club’s full-time training centre, recently celebrated its 7th birthday and received four new RDX kick bags, courtesy of Steve Lafferty from ALS Technologies.
“Interstellar” at Wincanton Film Society
The scientifically mind-bending Interstellar is the next film at Wincanton Film Society, showing this Wednesday at 7:30pm. Walking the fine line between science fiction and science fact, this film promises to change the way you think about the Universe and space travel.
Wincanton Carnival Returns This Friday
After a six-year gap Wincanton Carnival is making a come-back, starting this Friday. The brand new Carnival team have worked hard during the past 12 months to revive a local tradition that dates back to 1985.
Citizens Advice Increases its Services in Wincanton
We are increasing our services in Wincanton. From Monday 19th October we will be at the Balsam Centre every week from 10.00am – 3.00pm, operating a drop-in service. A team of trained advisers will be available to help throughout the day.
Bayford Hall Project Table Top Sale
Visit our table top sale or have a table yourself for £5.00 at Bayford Mission Hall on Saturday 10th October, from 10.00am to 12.30pm. Our working group is raising funds for the purchase and refurbishment of Bayford Chapel.
Wincanton Racecourse to Host First Ever Side-Saddle Charity Flat Race
On Sunday 25th October Wincanton will stage the first ever side-saddle charity flat race on a British racecourse in celebration of the Somerset track’s two season association with the Southern Spinal Injuries Trust.