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Racing is returning to Wincanton a week early!
Racing returns to Wincanton Racecourse this Wednesday 9th October; a week earlier than initially planned. Entry is just £10 per person to this additional meeting which was originally allocated to Towcester.
Come for a Tree Walk and Talk in Wincanton
Come for an autumn tree walk and talk in the centre of Wincanton, on Saturday 5th October, and learn all about the trees where you live. Local arboriculturalist Jonathan Astill will be your guide, and gives his time in support of the Balsam Centre.
Villager magazine for Horsington & South Cheriton - October 2019
An article on the last five years of Stowell Hill Stud, the one and only recipe for Pasta Carbonara, a report on the Horsington Open charity golf competition held in September, and the Horsington Church School crowd funding appeal.
Greening the Earth - Zac's new gallery in Wincanton
A stunning new art gallery has opened in Wincanton High Street in the 18th century building that was Clementina. It is the result of co-operation between the property’s owner, Nicholas Cave, and artist Zac Greening.
The CAT bus urgently needs financial support - can you help?
The CAT bus is as busy as ever, offering new weekly trips to faraway places whilst continuing to offer the valuable ring-and-ride service, helping people to stay independent for longer, but the charity is struggling to secure funding to safeguard the future of the service.
Man grows food in car
It’s a curious sight, when you come around the last bend on the long driveway of a Somerset country residence. A 9 foot high wooden sculpture of a man filling a Saab convertible with soil, and growing tomatoes, potatoes, courgettes and mint in it.
Wincanton's new Mayor went to “Meet the Band”
Susan Shelbourn-Barrow, Mayor of Wincanton, supported Wincanton Silver Band’s “Meet the Band” event, held at Wincanton Memorial Hall on 22nd September. The band is recruiting, especially younger musicians.
Wincanton Seed Market - making it better!
This Saturday, 21st September, Wincanton's town centre will be energised with a perfect storm of markets, art and partying, as the launch of the brand new monthly Seed Market coincides with a town-wide contribution to Somerset Art Weeks 2019.
Wincanton Art Trail: 21st September - 6th October
Wincanton Art Trail opens this Saturday 21st September, coinciding with Somerset Art Weeks. Schools, community groups, and local artists have collaborated to produce unique installations that will turn the town into a temporary art gallery.
C.A.T.C.H. River & Wildlife Day
With World Rivers Day approaching at the end of September, C.A.T.C.H. is excited to announce that it will be hosting a free River & Wildlife Day at Cale Park on Sunday 22nd September. Come and learn about the wildlife of our very own River Cale.
Sandbag – Wincanton RBL newsletter for August & September 2019
Can you spare an hour or two to help the local Poppy Appeal? Read about the Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Club, the Old Faithful 75th anniversary remembrance service and the recent 2019 branch AGM.
Distinction at LAMDA exams for Wincanton Youth Theatre members
Over the summer, three aspiring thespians, all members of Wincanton Youth Theatre, took their London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA) Grade 2 acting exams, all achieving a distinction; the highest grade.
Villager magazine for Horsington & South Cheriton - September 2019
A trustee describes the role and challenges of the Balsam Centre in Wincanton, the Headteacher at Horsington Church School launches a crowd-funding campaign to help finance much needed repairs, and a report on the finger post restoration around the villages.
Wincanton Town Council's response to SSDC's car parking proposal
Here is Wincanton Town Council's formal response to South Somerset District Council's car parking charges proposal published recently in the Western Gazette and Blackmore Vale Magazine, followed by a list of the reductions in services made by the Town Council in order to pay for the compensation scheme.
Racing returns to Wincanton in mere weeks
Wincanton Racecourse will be welcoming the winners in October when racing returns to the Somerset track. It’s the first of 16 meetings that will provide a feast of entertainment over the next seven months as favourite jump horses battle it out.
Somerset Sight's country house car boot sale at Yarlington House
Nowhere else can you find such endless troves of unique country house-inspired gifts, vintage delights, art and collectibles, and all in such beautiful surroundings! Count and Countess de Salis kindly hold this much-loved event to raise funds so Somerset Sight can continue its great work across the county.
Wincanton Silver Band - bringing music to the local community
In 2020, Wincanton Silver Band will be celebrating 130 years of music-making in Wincanton. On Sunday 22nd September, the band is holding a “Meet the Band” event at which you can have a go at playing some of the instruments and listen to a short concert from the band.
Wincanton's new climate change group needs a few additional champions
The budding Wincanton climate change group had a successful first meeting on 15th July, but it still needs a few more champions to build out the model, so if you're interested in getting involved, the next meeting is this Thursday 15th August.
A new 3km running course around Wincanton Sports Ground
The Wincanton Sports Ground management team has set out a new 3km (1.86 miles) running course around the whole site. It covers several types of ground, including grass (possibly mud), gravel and tarmac, so come prepared. Here's a map!
A new season for the Wincanton Wasps kicks off this August
Wincanton Town Football Club begins a new season this August with several home fixtures lined up. The club needs more support from local fans, so put these dates in your diary and come down to Wincanton Sports Ground to cheer on our Wasps!
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