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Chavela Mora Hair Styling – Now Open on Wincanton High Street

Fri 5 Sep 2014
By John Smith
Chavela Mora Hair Styling – Now Open on Wincanton High Street

With ten years creative experience in hair styling, Chavela Mora Hair Styling is now open for business in Wincanton High Street. Chavela provides a full range of styling services and specialises in up-dos and bridal looks.

Horsington & South Cheriton 'Villager' Magazine - September 2014

Thu 4 Sep 2014
By Jane Jones
Horsington & South Cheriton 'Villager' Magazine - September 2014

This month’s Villager magazine has an impressive painting and article of Maritime art by Terence Lee from South Cheriton. There is also an extract from the reflections of Gordon Brockbank about growing up in Horsington in the 1930s and 40s.

New Coach for Wincanton Tennis Club

Wed 3 Sep 2014
By Russell Field
New Coach for Wincanton Tennis Club

Wincanton Tennis Club committee have this month appointed a new Head Coach. Dan Cahill, who is Level 3 certified, has impressive experience in teaching tennis and fitness to juniors of all ages and adults across a wide range of abilities.

James Phillips - From King Arthur’s to Research Scientist

Tue 2 Sep 2014
By John Baxter
James Phillips - From King Arthur’s to Research Scientist

The continuing story of former King Arthur’s student, James Phillips, who studied neurosciences at Oxford University. James has since been recognised by Oxford for his outstanding academic achievements and is about to embark on four years of research in Virginia, U.S.A.

New Bruton Dub Club Showcases Reggae & Dub Talent

Tue 2 Sep 2014
By Mat Runacre
New Bruton Dub Club Showcases Reggae & Dub Talent

The new Bruton Dub Club has its opening night on Saturday 13th September at 8.00pm. The night is a new monthly show of talent in the world of reggae and dub, hosted by Lyrical wizard MC extraordinaire Clappers Priest.

Councils Clash - Parking Meter Bullet Dodged in Wincanton

Mon 1 Sep 2014
By John Smith
Councils Clash - Parking Meter Bullet Dodged in Wincanton

A recent altercation between Wincanton Town Council and South Somerset District Council has finally cleared up some of the confusion caused by prior miscommunication that may have lead to the introduction of parking meters in Wincanton. We're now safe for at least three years.

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 Wincanton Window ALS Ice-Bucket Challenge UPDATED

Thu 28 Aug 2014
By Dave Smith
The Wincanton Window ALS Ice-Bucket Challenge <small style='color: red;'>UPDATED</small>

Our esteemed Editor, Mandy and I were ice-bucket challenged by my treacherous father, in support of ALS/MND. This sadistic exercise in mass-psychological manipulation, raises awareness by leveraging both pride and honour to have us all subjecting ourselves to extreme discomfort.

Kimbers Award-Winning Farm Shop is Moving to New Premises!

Wed 27 Aug 2014
By Ruth Kimber
Kimbers Award-Winning Farm Shop is Moving to New Premises!

After eight very successful years, the Kimber family are moving their renowned farm shop to even larger and more accessible local premises, selling home bred and reared meats, chicken, ducks, turkeys, geese, dairy, vegetables, fish and natural, unpasteurised milk.

Fenton Rutter Remembered

Tue 26 Aug 2014
By Derek Hudson
Fenton Rutter Remembered

Fenton Rutter, the well known retired Wincanton solicitor, died recently at the age of 92. The fifth generation of Rutters to run his family business, his funeral took place in the Parish Church on Thursday 7th August.

Repairs Begin on Wall at St Peter and St Paul’s Church

Sat 23 Aug 2014
By Paul Heyes, John Smith
Repairs Begin on Wall at St Peter and St Paul’s Church

After much delay and frustration, work has now begun to repair the damage from one of Wincanton's more notorious recent incidents. Repairs to the entry wall at St. Peter and St. Paul's Church, Wincanton, will take place over the next month or two.

Tennis Marathon on Sunday in Support of Court Resurfacing

Thu 21 Aug 2014
By Dan Cahill
Tennis Marathon on Sunday in Support of Court Resurfacing

On Sunday 24th August Dan Cahill, the new Tennis Coach at Wincanton Tennis Club, will be undertaking a non-stop tennis marathon from 8am to 8pm to raise funds for the courts' resurfacing.

August Events to Celebrate at Truffles

Wed 20 Aug 2014
By Richard Sorapure
August Events to Celebrate at Truffles

Having recently celebrated its second anniversary, Truffles Restaurant in Bruton has plenty to offer both old and new customers. Look out for Lobster Nights and Dinner Deals every Wednesday, plus Bruton Business Club drinks meeting on Thursday 21st August.

Wincanton Camera Club Annual Exhibition 2014

Wed 20 Aug 2014
By Lachlan Fraser
Wincanton Camera Club Annual Exhibition 2014

Wincanton Library hosts the annual exhibition of photographs taken by members of the Wincanton Camera Club. The exhibition runs until 30th August 2014, so take a look. If what you see inspires you, the Camera Club welcomes new members.

Bruton Art Society 61st Exhibition at Bruton School for Girls

Tue 19 Aug 2014
By John Baxter
Bruton Art Society 61st Exhibition at Bruton School for Girls

Opening on Saturday 16th August and running until Sunday 31st (closing 2.30pm) and open every day 10.00am to 5.00pm, this 61st annual exhibition is a must see for those interested in seeing the fine work of local artists.

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.

Morrisons – its History & its Role in Wincanton’s Economy UPDATED

Fri 15 Aug 2014
By John Smith
Morrisons – its History & its Role in Wincanton’s Economy <small style='color: red'>UPDATED</small>

Morrisons occupies a prominent position at the entrance to Wincanton and won the high accolade of Store of the Week from The Grocer magazine last October. But what is the store’s history, and how important is it to Wincanton?

Wincanton Street Market hits the beach!

Thu 14 Aug 2014
By John Smith
Wincanton Street Market hits the beach!

The theme for Wincanton's next Street Market is “The Beach”. Bring your family and friends on Sunday 17th August, and don’t forget to bring your bucket and spade.

‘Love your Loo’? Lifting the Lid in Wincanton

Tue 12 Aug 2014
By Steve and Hannah Lee
‘Love your Loo’? Lifting the Lid in Wincanton

I’m sure it’s not a question you ever really think of as our sanitation is something that we pay for through our council tax, so why should we? But what does happen to Wincanton’s waste when we flush?

Wincanton Rounders League Comes to a Tense Close!

Fri 8 Aug 2014
By Jade Hansford
Wincanton Rounders League Comes to a Tense Close!

Wednesday 16th July saw the final week of Wincanton’s first ever social rounders league, and what a league it was! The previous seven weeks saw five teams battling it out to be crowned champions of the 2014 season.

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