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Bags, Belts & Beads Sale to Help Beat Cancer

Wed 7 Nov 2012
By Ros Fry
Bags, Belts & Beads Sale to Help Beat Cancer

Wincanton fundraiser Pat Cullen is helping to beat cancer by raising funds with a Bags, Belts and Beads sale in the Memorial Hall on Friday 9th November from 9.30 am to 12.00 pm.

Premier League Football Training Dates in Wincanton

Tue 6 Nov 2012
By Amy Coombes
Premier League Football Training Dates in Wincanton

Wincanton Sports Ground is about to play host to several Arsenal FC Soccer Schools training events. This is an amazing opportunity for our young aspiring footballers to learn from the professionals.

Fashion Show Supports St Margaret's Hospice

Tue 6 Nov 2012
By Sue Medlicott
Fashion Show Supports St Margaret's Hospice

A raffle held at a Fashion Show during October raised £600 for St Margaret's Hospice. Anna Cuff and the staff of local boutique, Preview, hosted the show in Wincanton Town Hall, where over 100 local people attended the shows.

Local Fireworks Displays 2012 VIDEO

Mon 5 Nov 2012
By John Smith
Local Fireworks Displays 2012 <small style='color: red;'>VIDEO</small>

Many of the big fireworks displays went off this past weekend, including one at Sherborne Castle on Saturday. But Fireworks Night is in fact tonight, 5th November. So where are the smaller local displays happening this year?

New Stalls Attract Crowds at Milborne Port Market

Sat 3 Nov 2012
By Mandy Forsey
New Stalls Attract Crowds at Milborne Port Market

MIlborne Port's last farmers' market, on 6th October had lots of new stalls including a baker who sold out in half an hour! The stallholders we so impressed they will all be attending the next market, on Sunday 4th November.

It's Panto Time! See Dick Whittington at Wincanton Sports Centre

Fri 2 Nov 2012
By Lisa Vyner
It's Panto Time! See Dick Whittington at Wincanton Sports Centre

This year's panto at Wincanton Community Sports Centre is Dick Whittington, on Sunday 16th December (oh, not it's not! Oh, yes it is!). Great fun for all the family and under-fours go free. Support your local sports centre.

A Night at the Proms - Friday 9th November 2012

Thu 1 Nov 2012
By Anthony Goddard
A Night at the Proms - Friday 9th November 2012

Wincanton Silver Band and Wincanton Royal British Legion present A Night at the Proms on Friday 9th November 2012. The award winning Wincanton Silver Band is holding a benefit concert in aid of the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.

"The Cook Did It!" Comes to Wincanton on 3rd November

Tue 30 Oct 2012
By Arianne Wolodarsky
"The Cook Did It!" Comes to Wincanton on 3rd November

Following the recent opening of the Woking Drama Festival, the two-time nominated whodunit comedy "The Cook Did It!" will step on stage at the Memorial Hall on Saturday 3rd November.

It's on! Christmas Extravaganza, Friday 7th December 2012

Tue 30 Oct 2012
By John Smith
It's on! Christmas Extravaganza, Friday 7th December 2012

Wincanton Businesses Together is delighted to announce that the 2012 Extravaganza will take place on Friday 7th December. Preparations are well underway and all things being well it will be another great event.

Arsenal Soccer Schools at Wincanton Sports Ground

Mon 29 Oct 2012
By Amy Coombes
Arsenal Soccer Schools at Wincanton Sports Ground

A fantastic opportunity for young people between 5 and 12 years to enjoy a day with the Arsenal Soccer School at the Wincanton Sports Ground on Friday 2nd November. This is a marvellous opportunity and fantastic value at just £2.50.

Screen Bites 2012 Visiting North Cadbury on 2nd November

Fri 26 Oct 2012
By Dave Smith
Screen Bites 2012 Visiting North Cadbury on 2nd November

The ever-popular Screen Bites Food Film Festival is underway this October, and this year it’s coming to North Cadbury on Friday 2nd November, with local food producers set to exhibit before the feature film ‘The Last Holiday’ is screened.

Racing in Aid of St Margaret's Hospice & Wincanton Community Hospital

Fri 26 Oct 2012
By Hannah Walker
Racing in Aid of St Margaret's Hospice & Wincanton Community Hospital

Wincanton's Charity Race Day was launched in 1997, with St Margaret's Hospice being a principal beneficiary for over a decade. Taking place this year on Sunday 28th October, the meeting hosts a marquee reception and a silent auction.

Children's Hallowe'en Party at Somerset & Dorset Animal Rescue

Thu 25 Oct 2012
By Ria Caines
Children's Hallowe'en Party at Somerset & Dorset Animal Rescue

After such a successful Hallowe'en Party last year Somerset and Dorset Animal Rescue is holding another Children’s Hallowe'en Party on Wednesday 31st October. Join us if you dare and raise much needed funds for our furry friends!

Vintage Furniture, Gifts & Homewares at The Occasional Chair

Tue 23 Oct 2012
By Tania Crowe
Vintage Furniture, Gifts & Homewares at The Occasional Chair

Upcycled, recycled and vintage; those are our passions at The Occasional Chair, a fledgling new business in Wincanton High Street, where you can buy anything from furniture and home-wares to soft furnishings and gifts.

The Dark and Curious Market - Sunday 28th October

Tue 23 Oct 2012
By Harry John Pursey (Captain Purky)
The Dark and Curious Market - Sunday 28th October

As Hallowe'en draws closer Captain Purky has recruited a crew of the dark and curious. Tarot readers, reiki healers, jewellers, artisans and more will be awaiting you for a day of mysticism and entertainment.

Get Ready for an Arcane Encounter!

Mon 22 Oct 2012
By Harry John Pursey (Captain Purky)
Get Ready for an Arcane Encounter!

Looking for something dark and mysterious this Hallowe'en weekend? Arcane Encounters is not a magic show, nor is it a demonstration of clairvoyant ability. This is something else. You had best come with us...

Fast Food Outlet Feeds Growing Litter Problem

Sun 21 Oct 2012
By Anonymous
Fast Food Outlet Feeds Growing Litter Problem

What an amazing sight, to see the Wagtail Pub, Travelodge and of course the new fast food restaurant, Kentucky Fried Chicken in Wincanton. Unfortunately there's also a growing litter problem in this area. Who's responsible for cleaning it up?

Freaky Fancy Dress at The Millers Inn Hallowe'en Night

Sun 21 Oct 2012
By Hannah White
Freaky Fancy Dress at The Millers Inn Hallowe'en Night

Don't we all just absolutely love Hallowe'en? Well if that’s a "Yes" then come along to The Millers Inn, Wincanton on Saturday 27th October from 8.00pm onwards to enjoy a truly freaky evening.

Tae Kwon Do Club Brings Home Championship Medals

Fri 19 Oct 2012
By Debbie Hill
Tae Kwon Do Club Brings Home Championship Medals

Inspired by the success of Jade Jones winning Gold at the Olympic Games, members of Wincanton and Gillingham Tae Kwon Do Club headed to Paignton last Saturday to take part in the Southern Championships, bringing home eight medals in total.

The Wrong Way Back Charity Cycle Ride 2013

Fri 19 Oct 2012
By Neil Spinney
The Wrong Way Back Charity Cycle Ride 2013

The Wrong Way Back will be carrying out their second charity cycle ride in aid of Macmillan and Help for Heroes, on Saturday 1st June to Saturday 8th June 2013. Can you help the team with sponsorship?

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