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Reasons to be Cheerful
Having 'dipped my toe', into supporting the Wincanton Window I find myself wanting to do more. Returning home today I stopped off to enjoy the view from the seating area near to the 'Old Faithful' Memorial.
The Purple Poppy Seeks Traders for New High Street Emporium
The Purple Poppy is seeking other traders interested in the possibility of establishing a new emporium in Wincanton High Street. Read on if you trade in toys, gifts, crafts, antiques and curiosities.
Easter Fun at Carymoor Environmental Centre
Hop along to Carymoor with your children during the Easter holidays for some eggciting family activities, then enjoy some light refreshments, including mini bird's nest eggs for the children, on sale in our education centre.
The First Purky Party - Showcasing Local Talent and Businesses
On the 1st of April, Purky Products is hosting a party at the Cat Café in Wincanton, find out more about this young jewellery designer and the local talented people he is bringing together.
Comedy Comes to The Nog!
The Nog Inn are dipping their toes into the world of comedy and invite you to join them at The Barrel of Laughs Comedy Club on Thursday 5th April.
Friends of King Arthur's Quiz Night 2012
It's time to call King Arthur's and enter your team (funny and cryptic team names are most welcome!) for their annual quiz night on Thursday 29th March.
District Council Question Time - What Would YOU Like Us to Ask? Updated
Wincanton Window has been invited to attend a meeting in Yeovil with District Council executives to hear what they’re doing locally and to ask questions of our own. What would YOU like us to ask about?
MP Checks Out 'Sight-Saving' NHS Scheme in Wincanton
Frome and Somerton MP, David Heath, took time to visit Wincanton Opticians, Sarah Gibson Optometrist, on Friday 9th March to see the benefits of a new NHS urgent eye care service.
Museum Talk - The Wincanton Window: A Contemporary Archive
At the next Museum and History Society meeting on Friday 30th March I'll be talking about how the Wincanton Window got started. See a slideshow of some of our enormous collection of pictures and be reminded of our recent history.
A New Headteacher Appointed for King Arthur's
The Governors of King Arthur's Community School, Wincanton, are pleased to announce the appointment of the new Headteacher for September 2012.
Parish Church's Gift Day in support of 'Roof Aid'
The Parish Church of St Peter & St Paul Wincanton is holding a Gift Day on Saturday 31st March in support of the 'Roof Aid' project. An Easter Egg Hunt will take place and items from the archives will be displayed.
Katie's Town Team Needs Your Ideas
Katie Petre-Mears is the co-ordinator of the Town Team bidding to be one of the twelve pilot schemes being launched by the government to stimulate the regeneration of small towns. She needs your help and ideas and needs them NOW.
Rochford's Spring Open Day 2012
Winter has passed and the grass is off and growing again. Allotments are being dug over and the garden is a hive of activity. It's time for Rochfords Garden Machinery Spring Open Day on Saturday 24th March.
Canine Massage Therapy
Back ache, neck pains, stiffness, aching joints... sound familiar? These same issues can also affect your dog. Read on to find out how massage can help your four-legged friend.
Parish Church Adopts Logo for Fundraising Appeal
The Parish Church roof of St Peter & St Paul is in urgent need of repair. The fundraising committee has adopted a logo to represent the various events organised to raise funds to preserve this community asset for future generations.
New Farmers' Market Makes a Promising Start at Milborne Port
Milborne Port held their first Farmers Market at The Queens Head pub, London Road on Sunday 4th March 2012. The landlords, Toni and Steve, had offered their premises free of charge for this very exciting opportunity to get our community together for this new venture.
A District Counsellor's View on SSDC's Annual Budget
South Somerset District Council has just passed their budget to inflict more pain on both the people and businesses in Wincanton and South Somerset.
Shapemaster - Exercise for Everybody
If you don't want to join a gym, power-assisted exercise can improve your life and your health. If you think that exercise means wearing Lycra, feeling the pain, and sweating profusely three times a week then think again.
Top Up Your Wardrobe With a Bargain
As part of the Roof Aid appeal the Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul Wincanton is holding a Nearly New Clothes and Jumble Sale. This is an ideal opportunity to top up your wardrobe.
Wincanton Film Society Presents "The Way Back"
On 20th March, WFS presents the epic story of a remarkable journey made by a group of prisoners who escape from a Siberian Gulag and make their way to freedom in India, some 4000 miles distant.
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