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Wincanton Town Football Club has its first home game this Saturday 29th

Mon 24 Sep 2018
By Chris Wise
Wincanton Town Football Club has its first home game this Saturday 29th

It has been a tough start to the season, having played the first six games of the season away, so now we need the support of the town for our home games, the first of which is this Saturday, 29th September, at Wincanton Sports Ground.

New adult swimming lessons at Wincanton Sports Centre

Thu 5 Apr 2018
By Paula Perrin
New adult swimming lessons at Wincanton Sports Centre

Wincanton Sports Centre is now offering adult swimming lessons. There are three sessions designed to take non-swimmers through the stages of "Dip Your Toe", "Learn More" and "Swim Faster. The first session will be free as a trial.

Local businesses give Wincanton Rugby Club a fresh look

Tue 19 Dec 2017
By Dave Flak
Local businesses give Wincanton Rugby Club a fresh look

Wincanton Rugby Club has received a cash boost from several local businesses to purchase a brand new and much needed home strip for the new season.

How 2017 will end for Wincanton Town Football Club

Sun 17 Dec 2017
By Chris Wise
How 2017 will end for Wincanton Town Football Club

We have three big games remaining in 2017, starting with local rivals Chard Town on the 23rd and the Boxing Day clash of Sherborne Town. We end the year at Chippenham on the 30th.

Ultimate Pro Wrestling returns to Wincanton Memorial Hall this weekend

Fri 10 Nov 2017
By Mark Fry
Ultimate Pro Wrestling returns to Wincanton Memorial Hall this weekend

Following several sold-out shows, Ultimate Pro Wrestling is back for another night of hard-hitting, high-flying, family-friendly wrestling entertainment.

Hello, from the triumphant Wincanton Town FC

Thu 9 Nov 2017
By Chris Wise
Hello, from the triumphant Wincanton Town FC

Hi all, and welcome to what will be the first in a monthly blog from me as Wincanton Town F.C. manager with the Wincanton Window. Our team beat a Yeovil Town 11 last night!

Any ladies for netball?

Thu 31 Aug 2017
By Jade Hansford
Any ladies for netball?

Robins Netball Club is always looking for new members, whether it's to play competitively, socially, for fun, to meet new people or just get fit! It doesn't matter if you haven't played for or a while, or never played at all – any ladies over the age of 14 are welcome!

150 years of National Hunt racing at Wincanton Racecourse

Thu 3 Aug 2017
By Fanny Charles
150 years of National Hunt racing at Wincanton Racecourse

Wincanton Racecourse celebrates its 150th birthday in August 2017 – and it’s not only a significant date for the town, it is an important anniversary for National Hunt racing generally.

Winky Sixes football tournament 2017

Tue 4 Jul 2017
By John Smith
Winky Sixes football tournament 2017

The annual Winky Sixes football tournament took place over the weekend of Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th June. Youth football teams from under 7s to under 15s from all over the Southwest gathered at Wincanton Sports Ground for the tournament.

FREE play at Wincanton Tennis Club's annual open day

Tue 11 Apr 2017
By Caroline Landymore
FREE play at Wincanton Tennis Club's annual open day

Wincanton Tennis Club at Wincanton Sports Ground is holding its annual open day this Saturday, 15th April, to which all abilities are welcome. Adults and juniors will be able to play for free, and juniors will be offered free coaching.

Milborne Port FC is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year

Sat 8 Apr 2017
By Simon Fox
Milborne Port FC is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year

Local businesses started Milborne Port Football Club back in 1891, and this year it celebrates its 125th anniversary. The club is holding a dinner at the Village Hall and invites all former players and supporters of local football to reminisce and celebrate this milestone.

Combat Stress Families and Armed Forces Race Day

Wed 5 Oct 2016
By Sarah Jane Lewis
Combat Stress Families and Armed Forces Race Day

The second Combat Stress Families and Armed Forces Race Day will be held at Wincanton Racecourse on Sunday 23rd October 2016. It'll be half term and families will enjoy an action packed day of top class jump racing and plenty of entertainment.

Beginner’s Badminton Course for Women – Starts 10th May

Thu 21 Apr 2016
By Mandy Cochrane
Beginner’s Badminton Course for Women – Starts 10th May

In It Together is a three-year South Somerset project aiming to help women and girls aged 14+ increase their participation in sport. The project’s newest initiative is an eight-week beginner’s badminton course.

Wincanton Tennis Club has officially opened its four newly-surfaced courts

Wed 13 Apr 2016
By Russell Field
Wincanton Tennis Club has officially opened its four newly-surfaced courts

Four newly-surfaced courts at Wincanton Tennis Club were officially opened on Saturday 9th April by Howard Ellard, the Mayor of Wincanton as part of the club’s Annual Open Day, during which the community was invited to come experience its facilities.

Register For Free Racing at Wincanton Racecourse

Mon 29 Feb 2016
By Hannah Walker
Register For Free Racing at Wincanton Racecourse

On Thursday, 10th March Wincanton Racecourse once again stages its free admissions race day to all those that pre-register. You’ll also have the opportunity to win Bathwick Tyres vouchers that will be randomly drawn throughout the day.

Somerset’s Ultimate Christmas Experience - Wincanton Races on Boxing Day

Thu 24 Dec 2015
By Hannah Walker
Somerset’s Ultimate Christmas Experience - Wincanton Races on Boxing Day

Racing at Wincanton on Boxing Day (Saturday, December 26th) is the highlight of Somerset’s social and sporting calendar, and with a surge in advance booking, Wincanton Racecourse is definitely the place to be over Christmas.

Christmas Party Day at Wincanton Racecourse

Tue 1 Dec 2015
By Katherine Dalgety
Christmas Party Day at Wincanton Racecourse

On Thursday 3rd December Wincanton Racecourse hosts its Christmas Party Day, the perfect opportunity to celebrate the festive season with a day at the races. Choral music will greet and entertain you as you shop at over 20 trade stands.

The Honbu’s Seventh Birthday Celebrations Are a Big Hit

Fri 16 Oct 2015
By Paul Hacker
The Honbu’s Seventh Birthday Celebrations Are a Big Hit

The Honbu, Wincanton Karate Club’s full-time training centre, recently celebrated its 7th birthday and received four new RDX kick bags, courtesy of Steve Lafferty from ALS Technologies.

Wincanton Racecourse to Host First Ever Side-Saddle Charity Flat Race

Fri 2 Oct 2015
By Hannah Walker
Wincanton Racecourse to Host First Ever Side-Saddle Charity Flat Race

On Sunday 25th October Wincanton will stage the first ever side-saddle charity flat race on a British racecourse in celebration of the Somerset track’s two season association with the Southern Spinal Injuries Trust.

The Fine Food Company Sponsors Yeovil Town Ladies Under 14s

Fri 18 Sep 2015
By Lorna Allen
The Fine Food Company Sponsors Yeovil Town Ladies Under 14s

The Fine Food Company in Wincanton is pleased to announce that they are sponsoring the Yeovil Town Football Club Ladies Under 14s football team. They feature on the back of the team’s half zip training and match day jumpers.

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