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Wincanton Post Office is a Finalist for National Retas Award
Congratulations to Wincanton Post Office on reaching the final six in the 2014 Retas Awards, a prestigious event aimed at retailers within the greeting cards industry. To reach the final is a superb accolade to Wincanton Post Office's efforts.
Wincanton Street Market Starts its 2014 Season Sunday 18th May
Following on from the successful trial markets in the autumn of 2013, this year’s season of Sunday markets will commence on Sunday 18th May. With over twenty stalls booked, there will be plenty to browse and buy for everyone.
Wincanton Farmer Meets the Prime Minister
Ruth Kimber, an outspoken local campaigner for farming in general and dairy farming in particular, had a chance to put some of her concerns to the Prime Minister, David Cameron, when she met him at Taunton Cricket Club last week.
Sweet Treats for Easter at The Small Cake Shop
There is a double Easter treat next weekend, when an attractive new business, The Small Cake Shop, opens in Wincanton. Good news for the High Street and for all those with a sweet tooth!
Wincanton Toys – A New Home Grown Business in Town
Local resident Katie Thomas has decided to make the change from employed to self-employed, with the opening of Wincanton Toys in South Street for new and quality used toys, and confectionary.
Rochford Garden Machinery Spring Open Day 2014
With the rain easing at last and Spring fast approaching, Rochford Garden Machinery, in Wincanton, is pleased to announce their popular Spring Open Day will be held on Saturday 22nd March between 8.30am and 2.00pm.
Grand Reopening of Wincanton Post Office Following Upgrade & Refurbishment
Wincanton Post Office reopened on 28th February after major refurbishments to upgrade it from a sub post office to a main post office with longer opening hours. Conservative Parliamentary Candidate David Warburton cut the ribbon at the reopening ceremony.
Wincanton Town Team Seeks Market Assistant
Wincanton Town Team is looking to appoint a Market Assistant to work alongside their Market Co-ordinator to run the Wincanton Street Market. Are you looking for a part-time job of around 15 hours per month?
A new year and a new product range at Wincanton Wholefoods
With the arrival of 2014, Steve at Wincanton Wholefoods has re-organised his shop to make way for a completely new, complementary range of freshly frozen, scoop-your-own produce from a company called Field Fare.
Next Wincanton Street Market is on Easter Sunday 2014
Wincanton's Sunday Street Market launches for 2014 on Easter Sunday, 20th April, in the High Street. New stall-holders and charities are welcome to get involved.
Rochfords Raise Money for Bowel Cancer UK
Mark Rochford is taking part in Decembeard, a fundraising event held each December for Bowel Cancer UK. The challenge is to not shave for one month and grow a full beard. Part way through December, Mark's beard is coming on well!
Babes 2 Teens – Parent-Friendly Kids Clothing
Babes 2 Teens is a new shop in Wincanton High Street with an innovative twist – when your kids grow out of the clothes you buy, bring them back and get 50% of the price when they're sold on again.
Christmas Shopping on Course
The countdown to Christmas has begun and Wincanton Racecourse is offering December 5th race-goers the chance to get ahead of the game with the inaugural Clarks Village Christmas Experience Race Day.
Wincanton Farmers' Market is Ending in December
Wincanton Farmers' Market, which has been a regular feature in the town since 1999, will close after its last market on Friday 6th December. Several producers are leaving the market and there are not enough stallholders left to make the market viable.
Final Pilot Street Market – Now We Need Your Feedback!
On Sunday 20th 17th November the Wincanton Town Team held its third pilot market. If you have visited our market on any of the last three occasions and would like to add your feedback, please fill in our survey.
Rain Doesn’t Dampen Wincanton Street Market Spirits
Sunday 20th October – rain again! However, the Wincanton Street Market traders and visitors still came out in force for the town’s second Sunday street market, despite the abysmal weather.
Wincanton Street Market – Sunday 20th October
Sunday 20th October will see our second market take place in Wincanton, with plenty of regular and brand new stalls. Many High Street shops, cafes and pubs will be open, too, so come along, meet friends and shop!
Rochford's Autumn Open Day - Saturday 12th October 2013
Lawn mower not working? Hedge needs cutting? Logs to split for the winter? Rochford's Garden Machinery has the answer. Our popular Autumn Open Day will be held on Saturday 12th October 2013 from 8.30am until 2.00pm.
Wincanton Street Market Off to a Strong Start VIDEO UPDATE
Wincanton held its first Sunday Market on 15th September. Despite poor weather it was well supported and the stage is set for a repeat success next month. Read on for a full report with plenty of photos.
First Wincanton Street Market This Sunday
Inspired by the Mary Portas initiative, and after many months of hard work and planning, the trials for the new Monthly Sunday Street Market starts with three markets in September, October and November.
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