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Art at Work Exhibition - Raising Funds for Elliscombe Garden Project

Mon 29 Jul 2013
By Tracey Ramsbottom
Art at Work Exhibition - Raising Funds for Elliscombe Garden Project

101 year old artist and art collector Joy Barnes is a resident Elliscombe Nursing Home, and will be exhibiting her work alongside staff and other residents in an initiative called Art at Work to raise funds for a special garden project.

Local Business Supports Bourton and Zeals Pre-School

Wed 24 Jul 2013
By Vicky Moore
Local Business Supports Bourton and Zeals Pre-School

Bourton and Zeals Pre-School would like to thank local Bullpits Golf Course for a donation which has helped them purchase new sports equipment for the children.

Congratulations to Wincanton Library - Serving the Community for 40 Years!

Tue 23 Jul 2013
By John Smith
Congratulations to Wincanton Library - Serving the Community for 40 Years!

Having had a Royal beginning when opened on 27th June 1973 by Her Royal Highness The Princess Margaret, Wincanton Library is most definitely one of the town's treasures, adding much value to our residents over the last 40 years.

Can the Old Health Centre Spark Rejuvenation for Local Business?

Mon 22 Jul 2013
By Dave Boniface
Can the Old Health Centre Spark Rejuvenation for Local Business?

From initial research to find suitable premises for a new community radio station, our group has unearthed a potential opportunity to turn the old Health Centre building into an enterprise hub for local business. Can it be pulled off?

Concert in Horsington Church with the Pilgrim Singers on 28th July

Sat 20 Jul 2013
By Jane Jones
Concert in Horsington Church with the Pilgrim Singers on 28th July

The Pilgrim Singers are coming to Horsington Church to sing a concert to celebrate the finishing of the work on the Church roof. This will take place on Sunday 28th July at 3.30pm followed by a cream tea.

Wincanton Swimming Club Masters Success at Nationals

Fri 19 Jul 2013
By Colin Lovegrove
Wincanton Swimming Club Masters Success at Nationals

Wincanton Swimming Club Masters Adele Parham and Philippa O'Grady achieved medal positions recently when competing in this year's National Swimming Championships at the Plymouth Life Centre.

Arsenal Soccer Schools Promo Day & Holiday Courses

Wed 17 Jul 2013
By Jamie Laird
Arsenal Soccer Schools Promo Day & Holiday Courses

Arsenal Soccer Schools are running Holiday courses every Friday throughout the Summer Holidays at Wincanton Sports Ground with a special Promo day on Friday 2nd August from 10.00am to 3.00pm.

Support Nigel MacCormack’s Ride for Children with Leukaemia

Tue 16 Jul 2013
By John Baxter
Support Nigel MacCormack’s Ride for Children with Leukaemia

When next you pop into Wincanton Post Office, support Nigel as he cycles from Paris to London to raise money to help children with leukaemia.

Name the Market to Win the Chance to Open it Officially!

Mon 15 Jul 2013
By Katie Petre-Mears
Name the Market to Win the Chance to Open it Officially!

The Wincanton Town Team is launching Wincanton's new Market on Sunday 15th September. All it needs now is a catchy new name. Send them your suggestion for a chance to cut the ribbon and officially open the market!

Wincanton Community Hospital Summer Fete

Tue 9 Jul 2013
By Gill D'Arcy
Wincanton Community Hospital Summer Fete

The work of the Friends of Wincanton Community Hospital has brought many improvements to hospital buildings, medical equipment and the comfort of patients. Join them on Saturday 13th July for their Summer fete and help to raise more money for the good of the hospital.

Bridge Over the A303 - Six Week Closure from 8th July

Sat 6 Jul 2013
By John Smith
Bridge Over the A303 - Six Week Closure from 8th July

For months we have all experienced the temporary traffic lights and lane restriction on the A303 Bridge when driving to all points West. Work on the bridge will commence on 8th July and will involve a six-week closure and disruptive diversions.

Crime Novelist Lyndon Stacey Gives Talk in Wincanton Library

Sat 6 Jul 2013
By John Baxter
Crime Novelist Lyndon Stacey Gives Talk in Wincanton Library

Wincanton Library invited the accomplished novelist Lyndon Stacey, to give a reading of her work and a public talk on Thursday 27th June.

Young People Attend Flying Fortress Crash Memorial

Thu 4 Jul 2013
By Tony Goddard
Young People Attend Flying Fortress Crash Memorial

On 25th June 1944 an American B17 Flying Fortress crashed at Snag Farm, Stoke Trister killing all nine crew members. This year students from King Arthur’s Community School joined members of the Royal British Legion for the annual commemoration.

Successful Fete Celebrates Completed Church Roof Repairs

Wed 3 Jul 2013
By Gill D'Arcy
Successful Fete Celebrates Completed Church Roof Repairs

A celebration fete took place at St Peter & St Paul's Parish Church on Saturday 8th June, the first of three events to mark the completed church roof repairs. The various fundraising events taking place on the day raised nearly £1,300.

Wincanton Rugby Club - Fit for Fun

Wed 3 Jul 2013
By Dawn Old
Wincanton Rugby Club - Fit for Fun

At the heart of every town should be a good rugby club, and Wincanton is no different! Pre-season training for Wincanton has already kicked off. They're a friendly and sociable team with a good mix of players and supporters, young and old.

A Cracking Summer Community Concert Hosted by Wincanton Schools

Tue 2 Jul 2013
By John Baxter
A Cracking Summer Community Concert Hosted by Wincanton Schools

Friday 21st June saw a packed out Memorial Hall, with an audience there to hear the Summer Community Concert featuring all three of Wincanton's schools, and the Wincanton Junior Silver Band.

Castle Cary Bridge Repairs by Network Rail

Mon 1 Jul 2013
By John Smith
Castle Cary Bridge Repairs by Network Rail

Network Rail is due to commence extensive bridge repair work on the railway bridge at Castle Cary as of 8th July. This will take place over a period of 19 weeks and the planned diversion will cause considerable disruption.

Wincanton Swimming Club Competes in Jurassic League Gala

Mon 1 Jul 2013
By Colin Lovegrove
Wincanton Swimming Club Competes in Jurassic League Gala

On Saturday 15th June WSC competed in the 3rd Gala of this year's Jurassic League Series, coming 4th in a strong field. The annual series features local competitive swim teams from Blandford, Durrington, Ilminster, Bridport and HMS Heron.

Horsington & South Cheriton 'Villager' Magazine - July & August 2013

Fri 28 Jun 2013
By Jane Jones
Horsington & South Cheriton 'Villager' Magazine - July & August 2013

The "Villager" magazine has another month of news, activities, events and photos from the villages of Horsington and South Cheriton.

New Local Book - Cycling the Somerset & Dorset Railway

Thu 27 Jun 2013
By Robin Summerhill
New Local Book - Cycling the Somerset & Dorset Railway

The Somerset and Dorset Railway, which ran from Bath to Bournemouth and closed in 1966, ran straight through the area covered by Wincanton Window. A new book follows the route and examines possibilities for walkers and cyclists in the future.

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