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The Lovington Bakery - A Real Bread Shop for Wincanton

Sat 16 Jan 2016
By John Smith
The Lovington Bakery - A Real Bread Shop for Wincanton

Having worked right up to the last minute to be ready for their opening before Christmas, business for Wincanton’s newest High Street venture, The Lovington Bakery, is brisk and its produce has been heartily received by customers.

Christmas Eve Celebrations End in Flames at The Bear Inn

Tue 29 Dec 2015
By John Smith
Christmas Eve Celebrations End in Flames at The Bear Inn

On Christmas Eve at around 8.00pm Christmas celebrations at The Bear Hotel, Wincanton, were brought to a halt when a fire broke out in the chimney breast on the top floor. Staff discovered the fire and called the emergency services.

Ice Creams & Milk Shakes at The Small Cake Shop

Tue 29 Sep 2015
By Ian Riddick
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

Sun 27 Sep 2015
By Richard Sorapure
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

Thu 24 Sep 2015
By Amy Cutts
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?

“Sisters” Polish Food Takeaway - New on Wincanton High Street

Tue 22 Sep 2015
By John Smith
“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.

Matt Price to Preview Edinburgh Festival Comedy Material at The Nog

Mon 29 Jun 2015
By Amy Cutts
Matt Price to Preview Edinburgh Festival Comedy Material at The Nog

Great news! Matt Price, who has both compered and performed at The Barrel of Laughs Comedy Club here at The Nog, is coming back on Thursday 2nd July at 8pm to showcase his Edinburgh Festival preview material!

Redfearn’s Father’s Day Special Lunch Menu – Book Now!

Thu 18 Jun 2015
By John Smith
Redfearn’s Father’s Day Special Lunch Menu – Book Now!

Geoff Redfearn has released his Father’s Day special Sunday lunch menu. The menu offers a wide selection of food, including Thai and English dishes. Book now to secure a table.

The White Horse Has Closed – Owner Declared Bankrupt

Wed 20 May 2015
By John Smith
The White Horse Has Closed – Owner Declared Bankrupt

The White Horse Hotel, a prominent business on Wincanton's High Street, has closed its doors without warning. On 9th April the owner of the business, Mr Paul Symes, was declared bankrupt in court in Yeovil.

Guernsey’s for Goodness Sake

Wed 8 Apr 2015
By John Smith
Guernsey’s for Goodness Sake

Ex-farmer Digby Gribble from North Cadbury is setting up a new milk processing business, Quality Milk Southwest, to be based at Coldcot Farm, Stourton. He and his team will be specialising in the processing of Guernsey and Jersey milk.

Uncle Tom's New Sign References Discworld's Most Famous Pub

Thu 26 Mar 2015
By Richard Gaunt
Uncle Tom's New Sign References Discworld's Most Famous Pub

A new pub sign has appeared in Wincanton’s High Street. Uncle Toms now has a fresh sign pained by one of Discworld’s noted illustrators, Richard Kingston and referencing one of Discworld’s most famous pubs, The Mended Drum.

Redfearns Cook School Opens for Business on 18th March

Mon 16 Mar 2015
By John Smith
Redfearns Cook School Opens for Business on 18th March

Local chef Geoff Redfearn is opening his new Cook School on 18th March. This offers the chance for Thai food lovers to learn how to cook some of the dishes they have been served at Redfearns in Wincanton.

Celebrate Mothers' Day at Truffles Brasserie

Thu 5 Mar 2015
By Richard Sorapure
Celebrate Mothers' Day at Truffles Brasserie

Celebrate Mothering Sunday at Truffles in Bruton with a 3 course set menu for just £18.85 per person (£9.50 for children). Truffles brings you a typical French style Mothering Sunday Menu with plenty of choices to suit all tastes.

Christmas Party Menu at Truffles

Wed 12 Nov 2014
By Richard Sorapure
Christmas Party Menu at Truffles

Truffles' Taste of the West Christmas party menu is available from 1st – 24th December for Lunch or Dinner. The menu at £19.95 uses locally sourced fresh produce from West Country farms and artisan suppliers.

Bean Shot Coffee – A New Coffee Bar in Bruton

Thu 11 Sep 2014
By Graham Cox
Bean Shot Coffee – A New Coffee Bar in Bruton

Bean Shot Coffee has opened a new coffee bar at their Station Road roastery in Bruton and it’s proving a hit with the locals. The recently opened coffee bar offers a relaxing atmosphere to sit and enjoy your favourite beverage.

Kimbers Award-Winning Farm Shop is Moving to New Premises!

Wed 27 Aug 2014
By Ruth Kimber
Kimbers Award-Winning Farm Shop is Moving to New Premises!

After eight very successful years, the Kimber family are moving their renowned farm shop to even larger and more accessible local premises, selling home bred and reared meats, chicken, ducks, turkeys, geese, dairy, vegetables, fish and natural, unpasteurised milk.

August Events to Celebrate at Truffles

Wed 20 Aug 2014
By Richard Sorapure
August Events to Celebrate at Truffles

Having recently celebrated its second anniversary, Truffles Restaurant in Bruton has plenty to offer both old and new customers. Look out for Lobster Nights and Dinner Deals every Wednesday, plus Bruton Business Club drinks meeting on Thursday 21st August.

The Tri-Border Food Show at The Hunter’s Lodge Inn

Thu 24 Jul 2014
By John Smith
The Tri-Border Food Show at The Hunter’s Lodge Inn

A food show celebrating the best of local produce from Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire, 26th and 27th August. Where better to hold the event than The Hunters Lodge Inn, situated conveniently close to the borders of all three counties?

Bastille Day Buffet with Live Breton Music at Truffles Restaurant

Tue 1 Jul 2014
By Richard Sorapure
Bastille Day Buffet with Live Breton Music at Truffles Restaurant

Celebrate Bastille Day on Monday evening, 14th July at Truffles in Bruton. Truffles offers an enticing mix of French dishes in a special hot and cold buffet. Also live Breton mandolin music from Daygan Robinson of Dragonsfly and Celtech.

Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit – Showing at The Bear, Monday 2nd June

Thu 29 May 2014
By John Smith
Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit – Showing at The Bear, Monday 2nd June

Wincanton Film Society is bringing yet another blockbuster film to town, showing action thriller "Jack Ryan; Shadow Recruit" at The Bear Inn on Monday 2nd June. Join us for a movie, food and a beverage! 7.30pm start.

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