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Saying it with Flowers – Carers' 'Champions' Garden Centre Information Day
South Somerset Carers' Champions came together at Otter Nurseries Garden Centre, Wincanton on Thursday 13th March to hold a special Carers' Information Day.
Wincanton Parkinson’s Group Celebrates Milestone
After just three years, having grown to a membership of over 80, we will be changing from a Support Group to a Full Branch of Parkinson's Disease Society of Great Britain.
Friends of Wincanton Community Hospital Win Service in the Community Award
The Friends of Wincanton Community Hospital have reason to be proud, having won a prestigious award for service in the community in December 2013, the first such award to be presented by the Mayor.
Shrinking Violet Body Wrap at The Studio
At The Studio in Wincanton, both Dawn and Georgina are qualified to offer Shrinking Violet, the body wrap treatment from Tibby Olivier that is unlike any other!
Minor Injury Service Moves to Wincanton Health Centre
A new Minor Injury service is being provided by Wincanton Health Centre, replacing the service at Wincanton Community Hospital. The centre will have slightly longer opening hours and will benefit from additional back-up from the practice's family doctors when necessary.
Divine Wines Raffles Well Travelled Beaujolais for Wincanton Community Hospital
After its unique journey from France in a classic Mini Cooper, a rather special bottle of Beaujolais finally made its way to a happy owner on 14th December, when it was drawn in a charity raffle at Divine Wines in Wincanton.
Staff and Customers of The Studio Support the Poppy Appeal
Congratulations to the staff and customers of The Studio, one in particular, who have raised a considerable sum for this year's British Legion Poppy Appeal.
Glaucoma and the Pill – Should I Be Worried?
Were you worried by the recent article in the national newspapers about an increased risk of glaucoma if you have taken the contraceptive pill? Well don't panic just yet! Read on for a less sensationalist and more common sense approach...
The Beaujolais is Back!
The first bottle of 2013 Beaujolais Nouveau has arrived in Wincanton from France in the boot of Stephen's classic 1966 Mini Cooper "Nicole". The wine will now be raffled by Divine Wines to raise money for Wincanton Community Hospital.
A Jolly Beaujolais for Wincanton's Hospital
Gazette journalist Stephen Davy-Osborne with co-driver Bryan Scant will soon set off on a daring 1,700 mile round trip to France to collect a bottle of this year's harvest of Beaujolais Nouveau to be raffled for Wincanton Hospital.
Get Over It! Theatre Performance Explores Mental Health
Take Art launches a theatre tour exploring the everyday stigma and prejudice surrounding mental health. This interactive performance and workshop takes place at The Balsam Centre on Wednesday 27th November.
A Wonderful Garden Party for Wincanton Community Hospital
Even the rain did not dampen the evening of the Friends of Wincanton Community Hospital Garden Party. And what a wonderful evening it turned out to be.
Garden Party in Support of Wincanton Community Hospital
A Garden Party is being held by the Friends of Wincanton Community Hospital on Friday 13th September at the Otter Garden Centre as part of their continual fundraising programme.
Would You Like to Train as a Volunteer Tai Chi Instructor?
Tai Chi for Health is looking to train a volunteer for a Wincanton Tai Chi class. The training is free (worth about £1000). The charity currently has over 30 volunteer instructors and teaches around 400 people.
Wincanton Community Hospital Summer Fete
The work of the Friends of Wincanton Community Hospital has brought many improvements to hospital buildings, medical equipment and the comfort of patients. Join them on Saturday 13th July for their Summer fete and help to raise more money for the good of the hospital.
Improve Your Digestive Health at Probiotics Seminar
Would you like a chance to hear an expert explain how you can improve your digestive health? Norman Brown, from Optibac Probiotics in Andover, will be speaking at a seminar at The Charlton Musgrove Village Hall on Thursday 27th June.
Wincanton Community Hospital Open Day - Sunday 30th June
The Wincanton Community Hospital is hosting an Open Day from 11am to 4pm on Sunday 30th June, marking the official opening of the new Radiology Suite. Enjoy lunch with a hog roast and take a tour of the new suite.
Solistics Beauty and Well-Being
I would like to introduce to you Solistics, a new and exciting holistic, beauty and well-being studio at the Applegarth Emporium, Wincanton. Solistics treats everyone as an individual and tailors each treatment to suit you.
Otter Nurseries Support for Wincanton Hospital Scanner Appeal
For several weeks, raffle tickets in support of the Scanner Appeal for Wincanton Community Hospital have been available at a local garden centre. Read on to find out the winning name of the giant fluffy duck and the amount raised.
Race Night for Wincanton Community Hospital - Tally Ho, They're Off!
Friends of Wincanton Community Hospital have teamed up with Wincanton Town Football Club to bring a night of fun and racing at the Sports Ground Moor Lane Wincanton on Saturday 20th April.
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