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Kids' Activity Bus at Wincanton Recreation Ground
On Tuesday 28th August, the Yarlington Activity Bus will run fun children's activities at Wincanton Recreation Ground's car park. The theme is "Under the Sea". This is also an opportunity for you to consult with SSDC about the play area.
The Grand Purky Tea Party!
Captain Purky has returned with another fabulous free event at the Cat Café this Sunday, 26th August. Skilled artisans, free entertainment from local talent and amazing food in the heart of Wincanton.
Wincanton and District Gardeners' Annual Show - Coming Soon
Our Annual Show is on Saturday 1st September at the Memorial Hall, Wincanton. We hope you will join us and enter some things for the Show that you have managed to grow, cook, paint, sew or photograph this year!
Hats Off to PAWfest - The Charity Music Festival Wows Crowds
Saturday 9th June: What a great afternoon and evening, and what an achievement - hats off to Liz and Colin at Somerset and Dorset Animal Rescue for all their hard work to organise a charity event on the scale of PAWfest.
King Arthur's Summer Fete and Fun Dog Show
By popular demand, King Arthur's will be incorporating a Fun Dog Show into its annual Summer Fete on Friday 29th June, from 6.00 - 8.00pm. All the usual favourites, too! Come along - free entry!
Bayford Diamond Jubilee Celebrations at Lodge Farm
Over 150 local residents joined in the party despite the rain to celebrate the Queens Diamond Jubilee. Our photos show the fun, games and entertainments enjoyed on the day.
Diamond Jubilee Picnic - A Gallery of Photos
Local residents gathered at Wincanton Recreation Ground on Monday 4th June to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee with a very British picnic. Photographer Lisa Woolford captured the happy occasion with a vibrant series of images.
Diamond Jubilee Celebration - A Picnic in the Park
It's probably not escaped your notice that Her Majesty is celebrating her Diamond Jubilee this year. I'd like to invite you and your family to a Jubilee Picnic at Wincanton Recreation Ground on Bank Holiday Monday, 4th June 2012.
Discworld Spring Fling 2012
From the 4th to 7th May Discworld fans will be coming to Wincanton for their Spring Fling. There will be lots to do and see, so do pop into the Town at the weekend and join in the fun.
Olympics? The Gods are coming to Wincanton!
The annual Spring Fling for fans of Sir Terry Pratchett's Discworld is happening the weekend of 4th - 6th May, the theme being Discworld Gods and Goddesses and Mr Shine - Him Diamond - he's a Troll, for the uninitiated!
Taste Food Fair at Wincanton Racecourse on Grand National Day
On Grand National Day Wincanton Racecourse will also be host to the BVM's brand new Taste Food Fair. Award-winning chefs and producers, live music and other entertainment, plus a chance to enjoy a drink in one of the racecourse bars and watch the big race.
"Dance in the Moonlight" with Toploader at PawFest 2012
Please join us on Saturday 9th June 2012. 'Dance in the Moonlight' in support of Somerset and Dorset Animal Rescue and create some of that good old community spirit that the town lacks.
The First Purky Party - Showcasing Local Talent and Businesses
On the 1st of April, Purky Products is hosting a party at the Cat Café in Wincanton, find out more about this young jewellery designer and the local talented people he is bringing together.
Friends of King Arthur's Quiz Night 2012
It's time to call King Arthur's and enter your team (funny and cryptic team names are most welcome!) for their annual quiz night on Thursday 29th March.
Don't Miss the St Margaret's Hospice Charity Fashion Show
There is a wonderful shop in Wincanton where you can refresh your Spring / Summer wardrobe at very reasonable cost. Yes, it is St Margaret's charity shop and their fashion show is coming to Memorial Hall on Friday 16th March!
Community Barn Owl Project - A Talk in Bruton
Find out about barn owls and how to get involved in a new conservation project being launched by Somerset Wildlife Trust. The first Community Barn Owl Project talk takes place at Bruton School for Girls on Monday, 12th March 2012.
New Farmers' Market For Milborne Port
We are holding our first ever Farmers' Market in Milborne Port on Sunday 4th March. This will be a regular event held on the first Sunday of each month at The Queens Head on the London Road, Milborne Port.
'The Mountains of Moab' - Diary of a British Cavalryman
Holbrook House is pleased to announce a fascinating talk on Saturday 10th March 2012 about the personal account of Corporal Edward Victor Godrich of the Queen's Own Worcestershire Hussars (1908 to 1919).
Wassail Evening Raises £850 for Wincanton Community Hospital
Brue Valley Rotary Club successfully revived an ancient tradition and, in doing so, raised the grand sum of £850 for Wincanton Community Hospital.
Wassail at Yarlington
Come and take part in a Wassail celebration to encourage our local apple orchards to produce a plentiful harvest later in the year and raise money for Wincanton Community Hospital.
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