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Ice Creams & Milk Shakes at The Small Cake Shop
Customers at The Small Cake Shop in Wincanton High Street, diligently searching for cake-craft items and gifts, are now able to indulge themselves with a wide selection of delicious ice creams and milk shakes.
Christmas 2015 Party Menu at Truffles
For your office Christmas Party try one of our two-option party menus at Truffles, Bruton for Lunch or Dinner for pre-booked parties from December 1st – December 24th. Two course menu just £16 or a fuller menu for £28 per person.
Head Chef Required at The Nog
We are looking for a motivated and ambitious head chef to lead our kitchen here at The Nog – is it you?
Sandbag – Wincanton RBL Newsletter for September 2015
News and events from the Wincanton branch of the Royal British Legion. A summary and link to the full edition of September’s newsletter.
“Sisters” Polish Food Takeaway - New on Wincanton High Street
A new Polish takeaway, “Sisters” opened on 5th September on Wincanton High Street, with a menu offering a wide selection of both savoury and sweet Polish delicacies.
Diamond Celebrations at Wincanton Flower Show
Wincanton and District Gardeners Association celebrated its 60th Flower Show on September 5th 2015. The number of visitors who attended the show during the afternoon were double that of the previous year.
‘The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’ Begins the New WFS Season
‘The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’ kicks off the 2015/16 Wincanton Film Society season on Tuesday 22nd September at their King Arthur’s venue. But it’s not just the season that’s new.
The Fine Food Company Sponsors Yeovil Town Ladies Under 14s
The Fine Food Company in Wincanton is pleased to announce that they are sponsoring the Yeovil Town Football Club Ladies Under 14s football team. They feature on the back of the team’s half zip training and match day jumpers.
Horsington Open Tees Off for Another Year
Horsington Open Charity Golf competition is now in its third year. Open to all comers, it takes place on Friday October 23rd at Henstridge Golf Club. Enter at the Half Moon, Horsington, or the White Horse, South Cheriton.
The Italian Barber of Wincanton - A Talk by John Baxter
A Museum and History Society talk on Friday 25th September at 7.30pm in Wincanton Memorial Hall, on the life of Alberto Bioletti who worked as a barber in Wincanton for 45 years. Yet John says, “His is one of the most extra-ordinary lives I have ever encountered.”
Feel Better with a Book at The Balsam Centre
Looking to enjoy a good read and meet new people? In need of a boost now that summer’s over? A new weekly reading group, encouraging the local community to connect through great literature, is beginning at The Balsam Centre this week.
Craftique Gifts and Home Ware for Autumn
Since opening in July, Sara’s business has gone well and she is looking forward to a busy period on the run up to Christmas, with the emphasis on a range of different product lines in September and October.
Wessex Water Issues “Boil Water” Notice to Some Villages in Wincanton Area UPDATED
Wessex Water has asked its customers living in the Bratton Seymour, Shepton Montague, Yarlington, and Maperton areas of Somerset to boil their water before using it, as a precautionary measure after the company found the water supply was not of its usual standard.
Country House Car Boot Sale at Yarlington House
You are invited to The Country House Car Boot Sale on Sunday 13th September 2015, 9.00am to 2.30pm at Yarlington House, with profits going to Somerset Sight, helping visually impaired people in Somerset.
Digital Photography Course at The Balsam Centre
Wincanton Camera Club is returning to run a Digital Photography Course at The Balsam Centre, on Saturday 12th September. This was a very popular course so we’ve asked the Camera Club to come back and run another.
VJ Day Events & Celebrations in Wincanton
Pictures and write up of the many local events that took place in August to commemorate VJ Day. The events saw the participation of many local residents, councillors and businesses.
Penn View Pets – Professional Pet Grooming, Opens 7th September
Penn View Pets is a new grooming salon in Wincanton offering one-to-one attention for your pets in a calm, stress free environment. I will be offering every customer 20% off their first visit before 31st October.
Bereft Bennetts Field Businesses Battle Broadband Bosses
With frustration growing over the lack of adequate broadband on Bennetts Field Trading Estate, Wincanton Chamber brokered a meeting between representatives of affected businesses and those of the ongoing fibre rollout administration.
Winkfest!
Winkfest, a day of family fun, entertainment and live music, debuts in Wincanton this year on bank holiday Monday 31st August 2015, 11am till 6pm at Wincanton Sports Ground.
Sandbag – Wincanton RBL Newsletter for August 2015
News and events from the Wincanton branch of the Royal British Legion. A summary and link to the full edition of the newsletter.
Wincanton Health Centre Invites Feedback at Public Meeting
Wincanton Health Centre is offering patients the chance to ask questions about its services at a Public Meeting on Wednesday 16th September, 6:30pm, at Wincanton Memorial Hall.
Annual Fete Raises £2,190 for Wincanton Community Hospital
With the kind help of hospital staff, Friends and volunteers, Wincanton’s Community Hospital Annual Fete was a huge success, raising much-needed funds for the hospital and ensuring a fun afternoon for all who attended.
Playday Start Time Error
South Somerset have announced that there is an error in their poster for today’s Playday in Wincanton. The poster shows the event running between 10am and 1pm. The event actually starts at 1pm and runs through till 4pm. Please pass the word to everyone you know.
Wincanton Skate Jam 2015 VIDEO
Wincanton hosted its first Skate Jam back on 12th August, attracting participants from as far as Yeovil to the free youth day. Spectators were treated to a stunning show of acrobatic skills.
Wincanton Camera Club Annual Exhibition 2015 at Wincanton Library
Wincanton Library hosts the annual exhibition of photographs taken by members of the Wincanton Camera Club, until Saturday 5th September.
Would You Like to Join Wincanton Choral Society?
If you enjoy choral singing, Wincanton Choral Society is open to everyone (no auditions). The high quality, amateur choir rehearses once a week and is led by a professional musical director and presents to concerts each year.
Open Day at Kimbers' – Your Local Farm Shop
Open Day at Kimbers' Farm Shop on Sunday 16th August – lots to do and everyone is welcome. Plus news from the farm, three awards from Taste of the West, plans for local meat and milk delivery, and concerns over milk prices.
Wincanton’s Lifesaving Defibrillator is Ready for Use
Thanks to the Brue Valley Rotary Club Wincanton has recently joined Castle Cary and Bruton in having a publically accessible debfibrillator unit.
Multi-Million Pound Boost for Local Economy
An international food producer is set to boost the local economy after buying a £3.7m site at Wincanton Business Park, adding significant numbers of jobs and opportunities to the local supply chain.
Sandbag – Wincanton RBL Newsletter for July 2015
News and events from the Wincanton branch of the Royal British Legion. A summary and link to the full edition of the newsletter.