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Somerset Wildlife Trust Talk: 'The Hunt for the Stourhead Dormouse'

Mon 22 Apr 2013
By Caroline Rathbone
Somerset Wildlife Trust Talk: 'The Hunt for the Stourhead Dormouse'

The Somerset Wildlife Trust South East Area Group's final illustrated talk of the season takes place on Tuesday 7 May at Caryford Hall, Ansford. Come and learn about the dormouse and the hunt for these enchanting creatures at Stourhead.

Wincanton Racecourse Gets Ready To Rock 'n' Roll

Mon 22 Apr 2013
By Hannah Walker
Wincanton Racecourse Gets Ready To Rock 'n' Roll

As the 2012 - 2013 jump season approaches the final furlong, Wincanton Racecourse's penultimate May meetings - evening racing with live music (9th May) and Ladies Day (14th May) - are fitting seasonal and social finales.

Car Boot Sale for King Arthur's Students' Kenya Expedition

Sun 21 Apr 2013
By Emily Callard-Weller
Car Boot Sale for King Arthur's Students' Kenya Expedition

As some of you may be aware there is a small group of final year King Arthur's students travelling to Kenya after their exams for a month. We have been desperately trying to raise money, each student having to raise £4000 in total.

"Snow Cake" Showing at Wincanton Film Society on Wednesday 24th

Sat 20 Apr 2013
By John Smith
"Snow Cake" Showing at Wincanton Film Society on Wednesday 24th

Wincanton Film Society's next screening is "Snow Cake", a drama about the friendship between an autistic woman and a man traumatised after a fatal car accident. Join us on Wednesday 24th April.

The Loose Ends Cafe at the Balsam Centre

Fri 19 Apr 2013
By Annette Yoosefinejad
The Loose Ends Cafe at the Balsam Centre

During August last year the Balsam Centre started a Tuesday lunchtime café, from 12.30pm to 2.00pm, called Loose Ends, open to everyone who is, well, at a loose end! Join us for freshly-cooked food and great company.

Sunday Market Proposals - Drop In Meeting

Thu 18 Apr 2013
By Katie Petre-Mears
Sunday Market Proposals - Drop In Meeting

Wincanton Town Team would like to invite you to an open drop in meeting on Thursday 25th April. We would love to have your ideas and inspiration and listen to any feedback in regard to the Wincanton Sunday Market plans.

Can CCTV Images Identify King Arthur's Thief?

Wed 17 Apr 2013
By Emma Harrison
Can CCTV Images Identify King Arthur's Thief?

Staff and students at King Arthur's School, Wincanton, are reeling from a spate of thefts that have taken place after school hours, but CCTV images taken during the break-ins may help to identify the thief. Do you recognise this man?

Otter Nurseries Support for Wincanton Hospital Scanner Appeal

Wed 17 Apr 2013
By Richard D'Arcy
Otter Nurseries Support for Wincanton Hospital Scanner Appeal

For several weeks, raffle tickets in support of the Scanner Appeal for Wincanton Community Hospital have been available at a local garden centre. Read on to find out the winning name of the giant fluffy duck and the amount raised.

Town Team Plans for a Sunday Market in Wincanton

Tue 16 Apr 2013
By Katie Petre-Mears
Town Team Plans for a Sunday Market in Wincanton

Wincanton Town Team is looking to set up a regular Sunday market on the High Street in a bid to re-ignite local trade. Town Team leader Katie Petre-Mears feels a Sunday market will be a unique selling point for the town.

New Mini-Roundabout at the Bottom of South Street

Mon 15 Apr 2013
By John Smith
New Mini-Roundabout at the Bottom of South Street

The current boom in road works throughout the area is clearly the effect of the worst winter in many years. I've unearthed some useful information about the road works at the junction of Southgate Road, Station Road and Moor Lane.

Race Night for Wincanton Community Hospital - Tally Ho, They're Off!

Mon 15 Apr 2013
By Gill D'Arcy
Race Night for Wincanton Community Hospital - Tally Ho, They're Off!

Friends of Wincanton Community Hospital have teamed up with Wincanton Town Football Club to bring a night of fun and racing at the Sports Ground Moor Lane Wincanton on Saturday 20th April.

Kick-Start your Creative Writing

Mon 15 Apr 2013
By Jane Jones
Kick-Start your Creative Writing

Love writing? Have an idea for a book or just want to have fun with like-minded people? Join this eight-week inspirational course with two acclaimed authors.

Children Take Centre Stage at Wincanton Racecourse

Wed 10 Apr 2013
By Hannah Walker
Children Take Centre Stage at Wincanton Racecourse

Wincanton Racecourse's Children's Day on Sunday 21st April looks set to be buzzing, with hundreds of children expected to take advantage of the family orientated race-day that provides complimentary entry to children 17-years and under when accompanied by an adult.

Wincanton Museum Opens at Wincanton Library

Tue 9 Apr 2013
By Steve Lee / John Baxter
Wincanton Museum Opens at Wincanton Library

On Saturday 30th March 2013 Wincanton Museum re-opened at the Towns Library and was officially opened by local MP David Heath. Luckily, Wincanton Window had two people in attendance who were happy to record the event.

Join in the Balsam Bustle at its Community Fun Day

Mon 8 Apr 2013
By Annette Yoosefinejad
Join in the Balsam Bustle at its Community Fun Day

The Balsam Centre's Community Fun Day takes place on Sunday 28th April, with lots of activities and a photographic competition too. A raffle, games for children and adults, plenty to eat and drink and "Dog with the Waggiest Tail" competition!

Triathlon Returns to Wincanton - Sunday 28th April

Mon 8 Apr 2013
By Steve Elliott
Triathlon Returns to Wincanton - Sunday 28th April

Triathlon really got everyone talking at London 2012. For a chance to either take part in, or volunteer to help at a local Triathlon. Wincanton Sports Centre is the place to be on Sunday 28th April.

Bee Aware Workshop at Carymoor Environmental Centre

Fri 5 Apr 2013
By Helen Boyer
Bee Aware Workshop at Carymoor Environmental Centre

Join TV's Brigit Strawbridge at Carymoor Environmental Centre on Sunday 28th April for a one-day workshop on the fascinating subject of bees.

New Courses and Activities at the Balsam Centre

Thu 4 Apr 2013
By Annette Yoosefinejad
New Courses and Activities at the Balsam Centre

A variety of new courses and activities are either about to start or have recently begun at the Balsam Centre, designed to get you out and about this Spring, to learn something new or meet new friends.

River Cale Health Survey Video UPDATED

Tue 2 Apr 2013
By Dave Smith
River Cale Health Survey Video <small style='color: red;'>UPDATED</small>

Here’s the long awaited video coverage of the recent in-depth (!) survey of the Cale undertaken by the Wild Trout Trust, provoked by two local dads on a continuing mission to improve the health of the river.

Longer Swimming Hours at Wincanton Sports Centre

Mon 1 Apr 2013
By Mark Henley
Longer Swimming Hours at Wincanton Sports Centre

Wincanton Sports Centre has extended its swimming pool opening hours. The pool programme is now even more full of great swimming sessions including lanes, adults only, fun sessions, parent and toddlers, 60 + , and masters.

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