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Moving House? Call The Country Housekeeper!

Tue 8 May 2012
By Tracy West
Moving House? Call The Country Housekeeper!

Take the headache out of your house move by calling The Country Housekeeper. We will take care of all your moving cleaning requirements leaving you free to concentrate on more important things.

Wincanton Area Parkinson's Group Reviews A Busy Awareness Week

Mon 7 May 2012
By Stephen Beech
Wincanton Area Parkinson's Group Reviews A Busy Awareness Week

This year Parkinson's UK held their Parkinson's Awareness week from the 16th to 22nd April 2012. Members of the Wincanton Area Parkinson's Group engaged in various activities to inform the public about the disease and raise funds for future research.

Morrisons Will be Closed on Wednesday 9th May

Sat 5 May 2012
By Dave Smith
Morrisons Will be Closed on Wednesday 9th May

It seems Morrisons are planning a significant refurbishment on Wednesday, so the shop will be closed for the whole day. Anyone who's been there recently will have been handed a leaflet with coupons!

Diamond Jubilee Celebration - A Picnic in the Park

Fri 4 May 2012
By Mandy Cochrane
Diamond Jubilee Celebration - A Picnic in the Park

It's probably not escaped your notice that Her Majesty is celebrating her Diamond Jubilee this year. I'd like to invite you and your family to a Jubilee Picnic at Wincanton Recreation Ground on Bank Holiday Monday, 4th June 2012.

Licensees Club Together for Castle Cary Pubwatch Scheme

Fri 4 May 2012
By Dan Arthur
Licensees Club Together for Castle Cary Pubwatch Scheme

Licensees in Castle Cary have joined together with the support of the local police to help reduce crime and alcohol related disorder within the town.

Start Playing A Round UPDATED

Thu 3 May 2012
By Jenny Sparkes
Start Playing A Round <span style='color: red'>UPDATED</span>

Has the golf from Augusta got you hooked or are you worried your drive will be hooked, sliced or shanked? Somerset Skills & Learning are running a Golf for Beginners course at Wincanton Golf Club starting on Thursday May 10th May 17th

Wincanton Racecourse's May Meetings

Thu 3 May 2012
By Hannah Walker
Wincanton Racecourse's May Meetings

Enjoy evening racing at Wincanton Racecourse on Thursday 10th May, with entertainment provided by the Mangledwurzles, and Somerset Life Ladies Day on Tuesday 15th May, a glamorous day with prize for Best Dressed Lady, a Ladies Luncheon and fashion show.

Discworld Spring Fling 2012

Wed 2 May 2012
By Reb Voyce
Discworld Spring Fling 2012

From the 4th to 7th May Discworld fans will be coming to Wincanton for their Spring Fling. There will be lots to do and see, so do pop into the Town at the weekend and join in the fun.

A Unique Opportunity to Explore Carymoor Nature Reserve

Wed 2 May 2012
By Helen Boyer
A Unique Opportunity to Explore Carymoor Nature Reserve

Carymoor is offering local people a unique opportunity to explore the Carymoor Nature Reserve on Saturday 5th May. Explore the nature reserve by following nature trails through the wildlife habitats that have been created on this restored landfill site.

The Barrel of Laughs Comedy Club at The Nog Inn

Mon 30 Apr 2012
By Amy Cutts
The Barrel of Laughs Comedy Club at The Nog Inn

We’re always told that "laughter is the best medicine" - well, come and get your dose here at The Barrel of Laughs Comedy Club. Join Will and Amy at The Nog Inn on the first Thursday of every month.

Summer Soccer School With AFC Bournemouth

Sun 29 Apr 2012
By Sean Chapman
Summer Soccer School With AFC Bournemouth

Wincanton Town FC (Youth Section) in partnership with AFC Bournemouth is holding a Soccer School in August for children between the ages of 6 and 16. Book your child's place now and be trained by AFC Bournemouth's professional coaches!

Wincanton Sports Ground Holds Somerset Girls' League Cup Finals

Fri 27 Apr 2012
By Sean Chapman
Wincanton Sports Ground Holds Somerset Girls' League Cup Finals

On Sat 21st April, Wincanton Town FC (Youth Section), hosted the Somerset Girls League Under 13s and Under 14s, Cup Finals at Wincanton Sports Ground, Maddocks Park.

The Castle Cary Weight Loss Club is Back

Fri 27 Apr 2012
By Louise Emma Blackburn
The Castle Cary Weight Loss Club is Back

Back by popular demand - two new Castle Cary Weight Loss Clubs! Come and join in with a friendly group in Castle Cary who are interested in health and nutrition with the goal of losing weight. Everybody is welcome.

21 Years of Twinning - Another Successful Visit Achieved

Thu 26 Apr 2012
By Gill D'Arcy
21 Years of Twinning - Another Successful Visit Achieved

Wincanton Lahnau Twinning Association has just hosted and entertained 29 guests from the Twin Town of Lahnau. This is the 21st year of the twinning with Lahnau in Germany and another very successful visit.

Fly-Tipping in Stoke Trister - Ring Any Bells For Anyone?

Wed 25 Apr 2012
By Joanna Gale
Fly-Tipping in Stoke Trister - Ring Any Bells For Anyone?

Beech Lane, Stoke Trister, is fairly close to being as Mother Nature intended, especially for a few days after the Council's team have scooped up the filth left by passing litter thugs, but why should they have to do this?

Daylight Robbery Nets Thieves An Own Goal

Tue 24 Apr 2012
By Jason Edwards
Daylight Robbery Nets Thieves An Own Goal

In broad daylight on the Tuesday 10th April, thieves made off with a football net belonging to Wincanton Town Football Club (Youth Section) from their home at Wincanton Sports Ground.

The Fabulous Mosaics of Ravenna - A Talk by Hendrika Foster

Tue 24 Apr 2012
By John Baxter
The Fabulous Mosaics of Ravenna - A Talk by Hendrika Foster

Art Historian Hendrika Foster has chosen for her illustrated talk on Friday 27th April the fascinating story of the mosaics of Ravenna. This Italian city was the scene of the fading of the Roman Empire.

Is Your Money Being Used to Provide Facilities for Yeovil?

Mon 23 Apr 2012
By Nick Colbert
Is Your Money Being Used to Provide Facilities for Yeovil?

Wincanton, Castle Cary and Bruton are having their money systematically taken from the area to provide facilities for Yeovil. People have been saying it for years and I am sorry to say it's true and we need to stop it.

Wincanton Choral Society Spring Concert 2012

Mon 23 Apr 2012
By Jane Jones
Wincanton Choral Society Spring Concert 2012

Wincanton Choral Society Spring Concert will be held at the Wincanton Sports Centre, West Hill, Wincanton on Sunday May 20th 2012 at 7.30pm, with a selection of music from Rossini, Poulenc, Handel and Elgar.

Sunday Lunch & Charity Auction

Sun 22 Apr 2012
By Richard D'Arcy
Sunday Lunch & Charity Auction

As part of the Roof Aid Appeal a Sunday Lunch and Charity Auction is being held at the Holbrook House Hotel Wincanton. Come and join us for a leisurely lunch and make a bid to secure your favourite item.

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