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Wincanton Carnival to Launch Teenagers' Disco

Sat 20 Dec 2014
By Tracey Seager
Wincanton Carnival to Launch Teenagers' Disco

The recently formed Wincanton Carnival fundraising team are launching a disco in an attempt to give 11 to 17 year olds a regular night out while raising awareness and much needed funds to bring the carnival back to the town.

Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza 2014 – Friday 5th December

Sat 29 Nov 2014
By John Smith
Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza 2014 – Friday 5th December

The 2014 Wincanton Christmas extravaganza will take place on Friday 5th of December 2014, from 5.00pm to 8.00pm. Be sure to visit this well established annual event for an evening full of shopping, entertainment and fun for all the family.

Believe in the Magic – Henstridge Christmas Market on 29th November

Wed 26 Nov 2014
By Lucy Morland
Believe in the Magic – Henstridge Christmas Market on 29th November

Henstridge's Believe in the Magic of Christmas Market is being held again this year at Gartell's Light Railway, Yenston, Templecombe on Saturday 29th November, from 12.00pm – 2.00pm. There will be plenty of entertainment for children and adults alike.

Wincanton Community Hospital Christmas Fayre

Tue 25 Nov 2014
By John Smith
Wincanton Community Hospital Christmas Fayre

The Wincanton Community Hospital Christmas Fayre takes place at the Hospital on Sunday 30th November between 2.00pm and 4.00pm.

Hogswatch is Coming! Jollities Commence 28th November

Tue 25 Nov 2014
By Vicky Vagg
Hogswatch is Coming! Jollities Commence 28th November

All fans of the works of Sir Terry Pratchett are invited to come and help the Discworld Emporium celebrate Hogswatch in Wincanton on the 28/29/30th November 2014. There will be fun, jollity, fantastic food and a possibility of quaffing.

Charlton Musgrove’s Annual Quiz Night – Friday 14th November

Thu 30 Oct 2014
By Jonathan Hand
Charlton Musgrove’s Annual Quiz Night – Friday 14th November

A Quiz Night is being held in Charlton Musgrove Memorial Hall on Friday 14th November in aid of St Stephen & St Paul’s Parish Church. Tickets are £7.50 per person, including food.

Talk by "Who Do You Think You Are?" Presenter Nick Barratt

Fri 17 Oct 2014
By Jane Jones
Talk by "Who Do You Think You Are?" Presenter Nick Barratt

Author and TV presenter Nick Barratt will give a talk on Family History and the Media on Saturday 25th October at St John's Church, Horsington. His talk will take us behind the scenes of the popular TV programme "Who Do You Think You Are?"

Next ANVIL Discussion: Can a Computer Become Conscious?

Wed 8 Oct 2014
By John Baxter
Next ANVIL Discussion: Can a Computer Become Conscious?

Lecturer and Founder of Academy Conferences Julie Arliss will be our speaker at the next meeting of ANVIL on Wednesday 15th October. This structured discussion group meets in the Quaker Barn in the High St every two months.

Wincanton's Second Play Day of the Year in Cale Park

Fri 29 Aug 2014
By John Smith
Wincanton's Second Play Day of the Year in Cale Park

On 20th August South Somerset Play organised the second Play Day of the Summer in Wincanton. The first event attracted circa 500 young folks and this one was expected to be as good, or maybe even better.

The Yarlington Fayre on 13th September – an Event for All the Family

Mon 18 Aug 2014
By Amanda Ellingworth
The Yarlington Fayre on 13th September – an Event for All the Family

This family event has become a firm favourite in the South West, set in a stunning setting with music, attractions, food and stalls to suits all tastes and ages. This year the fair takes place on Saturday 13th September.

Sketches of Wartime Wincanton Brings Home Impact of WW1 UPDATED

Thu 31 Jul 2014
By John Baxter, Sophie Bellars
Sketches of Wartime Wincanton Brings Home Impact of WW1 <small style='color: red'>UPDATED</small>

Involving members of our community of all ages, the Heritage and Arts exhibitions and events this June and July brought home to us something of the tragedy and impact of the First World War which started 100 years ago.

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?

"The Spirit of 1914 – the Regiments that Won the War"

Mon 21 Jul 2014
By James Scott
"The Spirit of 1914 – the Regiments that Won the War"

This year’s Nicholson Lecture takes place on 2nd and 3rd August in aid of Maperton Church and the Army Benevolent Fund. The church is something of a hidden jewel; set in a stunning location, anyone visiting is in for a treat.

'Winky Kicks Cancer' Week, Starting 4th August

Fri 18 Jul 2014
By Dawn Harrison
'Winky Kicks Cancer' Week, Starting 4th August

'Winky Kicks Cancer' Week is a week of fun activity in Wincanton, in a bid to raise £10,000 for Cancer Research UK. The whole of Wincanton has backed this campaign – holding events at many venues and pubs across the town.

First Anniversary Fun Day for Just Dance Studios

Thu 17 Jul 2014
By Emma O’Brien
First Anniversary Fun Day for Just Dance Studios

Just Dance Studios & Activity Centre and Forever Fashion celebrate their first anniversary of opening with a Fun Day on Friday 18th July. There will be dance performances from the children, face painting, biscuit decorating, refreshments and more.

Sketches of Wartime Wincanton – Saturday 5th July

Mon 30 Jun 2014
By Sophie Bellars
Sketches of Wartime Wincanton – Saturday 5th July

Learn about the history of Wincanton during World War One. Commemorate the 100 year anniversary of the start of World War One. All at Wincanton Musuem and Library and the Balsam Centre on Saturday 5th July.

WW1 Heritage Day on 5th July – Sketches of Wartime Wincanton

Tue 17 Jun 2014
By Sophie Bellars and John Baxter
WW1 Heritage Day on 5th July – Sketches of Wartime Wincanton

On Saturday 5th July Wincanton will hold a World War One Heritage and Arts project. There will be lots of displays and activities taking place in the Balsam Centre, the Library and the Museum.

Sunny Duck Races Bring Wincanton Community Together & Raises £500 VIDEO

Mon 9 Jun 2014
By Mandy Cochrane
Sunny Duck Races Bring Wincanton Community Together & Raises £500 <small style='color: red;'>VIDEO</small>

A wonderful sunny afternoon brought out droves of Wincanton families to enjoy the Duck Races at the Recreation Ground on Sunday 18th May, an annual fundraising event organised by the PTFA of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Primary School.

Talk on European Union in St John's Church, Horsington

Fri 23 May 2014
By Jane Jones
Talk on European Union in St John's Church, Horsington

Roland Rudd is Chairman of Business for New Europe. He will give a talk at St John’s Church, Horsington on Friday 6th June 2014. This will give us an opportunity to learn more about the mystery which is the European Union!

Famous Open Gardens and Specialist Plant Sale at Yarlington House

Tue 6 May 2014
By Amanda Ellingworth
Famous Open Gardens and Specialist Plant Sale at Yarlington House

Count and Countess De Salis are opening their delightful manor house gardens at Yarlington House for the famous specialist plant sale. Saturday 17th May. Every discerning gardener will find it a great day out.

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