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Spectra Musica in Concert, Wincanton on 5th April 2014
Spectra Musica is back in concert on Saturday 5th April at St Luke and St Teresa's Church. The two major pieces they will be performing are Faure's Requiem and West Side Story Medley, among many others.
Friends of King Arthur's School Quiz – 3rd April
The Friends of King Arthur's School (FOKAS) annual Quiz takes place on Thursday 3rd April. This event has always proved to be a popular event, so get in touch to register your team and join us for a great evening.
Windmill Farm Development Plans for Wincanton
Plans for a housing development on the eastern edge of Wincanton, adjoining the existing houses in Penn View, will be on view for public consultation at the Memorial Hall on Tuesday 25th March.
Milborne Port Opera Wins Two Awards
Milborne Port Opera has won two major awards, against stiff opposition from companies from all over Somerset, in the annual David Beach Awards for Musical Theatre, presented at an awards dinner by the Somerset Fellowship of Drama (SFD).
A Summary of the Town Council Meeting on 10th March 2014
Given the heightened interest in, and concern about the future of car parking charges in Wincanton, the latest meeting of the Town Council on Monday 10th March was eagerly attended in hope of further information.
80s Disco Night in Aid of Wincanton Primary School Playground Fund
Wincanton Primary School's PAFOTS Committee is holding an 80s Disco in aid of the School Playground Fund on Saturday 29th March. Everyone is welcome, so please buy your ticket soon and support your local school!
Saying it with Flowers – Carers' 'Champions' Garden Centre Information Day
South Somerset Carers' Champions came together at Otter Nurseries Garden Centre, Wincanton on Thursday 13th March to hold a special Carers' Information Day.
The Vulcan Bomber – A Unique Experience
At Wincanton Museum and History Society's recent talk, Wing Commander Tony Lewis slipped in a chilling and unique experience for most of us there. Read on to find out what it was.
Horsington Craft and Music Festival - Saturday 5th April
The Horsington Craft and Music Festival will have craft stalls, live music and an open mic competition. There will be entertainment for the children as well. Read on for details of how to obtain tickets.
Royal Artillery Gold Cup – One Year Only at Wincanton Racecourse!
On 2nd April the Royal Artillery Gold Cup will take place for one year at Wincanton Racecourse. Having been abandoned at Sandown Park in February due to a waterlogged course, Wincanton is pleased to offer the race an alternative venue.
New Food and Farming Race Day at Wincanton
A new event in the local racing and food calendar makes its debut at Wincanton Racecourse on Sunday 23rd March. The Food and Farming Race Day will feature many of the area's leading producers, growers, bakers, cheese-makers and cider-makers.
The 365 Project – An Exhibition of Photography by Trixie Hiscock
Wincanton photographer Trixie Hiscock undertook a year-long 365 Project, publishing a new photo online every day for a year to broaden her skills. She celebrated its completion with an exhibition of the entire collection in Wincanton Memorial Hall recently.
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.
King Arthur's Students Plan Once-in-a-Lifetime Expedition to Tanzania
Seven students from King Arthur's Community School, Wincanton are excitedly preparing for a four-week trip to Tanzania in the Summer of 2015. A musical concert on Thursday, 13th March will help them raise the funds for this one-in-a-lifetime trip.
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.
A Summary of the Town Council Meeting to Discuss Parking
On Monday 24th February, residents and business owners attended a meeting of Wincanton Town Council, with particular interest in a discussion about parking in the Town Centre. This is a record, as I understand it, of the options presented.
Prizes for Young Artists - Bruton Art Society Five Schools Competition
An art competition launched by Bruton Art Society for the five senior schools in our area will enable the best GCSE art entries to be seen on the BAS website and for the winners to be awarded valuable prizes.
News & Events from Horsington & South Cheriton in the Villager Magazine
The Villager Magazine for Horsington and South Cheriton for March 2014, containing articles relevant to our villages and information about residents' activities. Read the summary and download the full edition.
Wincanton Parkinson’s Group Celebrates Milestone
After just three years, having grown to a membership of over 80, we will be changing from a Support Group to a Full Branch of Parkinson's Disease Society of Great Britain.
ANVIL Session Holds a Lively Discussion on Unsustainable Economics
Meeting in the Quaker Barn, a lively ANVIL group spent an evening of challenging and interesting discussion and enjoyable socialising. Might this be something you would enjoy?
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