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Bruton Art Society Annual Exhibition 2010

Tue 17 Aug 2010
By Clive Dand
Bruton Art Society Annual Exhibition 2010

Saturday 21st - Saturday 29th August at Bruton School for Girls, Sunny Hill. Come and see this fine exhibiton of some 200 works by professional and amateur artists.

Wincanton Peoples Plan - Where Do We Go From Here?

Mon 16 Aug 2010
By Tim Adams
Wincanton Peoples Plan - Where Do We Go From Here?

The meeting to prepare the way for an update of 'The Wincanton People's Plan' was held on 11th August and will meet on the 2nd Thursday monthly thereafter. Initial thoughts!

Bernard Pearson Introduces Our New Look at the People's Plan

Fri 13 Aug 2010
By Bernard Pearson
Bernard Pearson Introduces Our New Look at the People's Plan

First published three years ago in 2007, the Wincanton People's Plan now needs a radical re-examination and update as we face a very different world. Bernard Pearson shares his thoughts.

Spectacular Wildlife Photos from a Local Photographer

Thu 12 Aug 2010
By Stewart Canham
Spectacular Wildlife Photos from a Local Photographer

Stewart Canham is a local photographer whose pictures of wild life are inspiring and amazing. Here are some fifty images that you will not forget.

Charlton Horethorne Rocks for Haiti!

Thu 12 Aug 2010
By Sue and Keith Gudgeon
Charlton Horethorne Rocks for Haiti!

Sue and Keith Gudgeon report on a successful night of Rock and Roll and their plans for an Art and Craft Exhibition and Auction in Charlton Horethorne Village Hall on 23rd October.

Know Anyone Suffering From Parkinson's Disease? Come Hear About It

Tue 10 Aug 2010
By Stephen Beech
Know Anyone Suffering From Parkinson's Disease? Come Hear About It

Retired police officer and Parkinson’s Disease suffer Stephen Beech is keen to start up a Parkinson's Support Group locally. Through the Wincanton PPG he has also organised what should be a very interesting talk for 13th September from the Parkinson's Speciality Doctor in Yeovil, Kristina Baker.

The Next Wincanton PACT Meeting: Churchfields, 12th August

Thu 5 Aug 2010
By Jenny Maynard
The Next Wincanton PACT Meeting: Churchfields, 12th August

7pm. To be discussed: Improved CCTV, traffic issues (parking/speeding in and around the Town Centre), anti-social behaviour around recreation area. This is a public meeting of concern to everyone.

Women In Business - Cuddledry Makes it Work for Mums

Thu 5 Aug 2010
By Mandy Cochrane
Women In Business - Cuddledry Makes it Work for Mums

Cuddledry duo Helen and Polly decided you can have it all! They spurned offers from Dragon's Den and decided they could do it themselves! Their inspirational business methods mean mums can combine a successful business with a happy family.

Summer Beauty at Holbrook House

Wed 4 Aug 2010
By Jane Eavis
Summer Beauty at Holbrook House

Summer beauty is more than a figment of your imagination, it is also a state of mind. Look good and feel great this summer with a free month club membership at Holbrook House.

Did You Attend Wincanton Primary School?

Mon 2 Aug 2010
By Sarah Martin
Did You Attend Wincanton Primary School?

Deputy-Head Sarah Martin is appealing for old boys and girls of the school to share their stories, photos or artifacts with today's children.

Wincanton Town Youth Football Club Open Day, 7th August 2010

Mon 2 Aug 2010
By Nick Hamblin
Wincanton Town Youth Football Club Open Day, 7th August 2010

On Saturday 7th August, Wincanton Town Youth Football Club is holding an open day at Wincanton Sports Ground. If you are between 3 and 16 years, boy or girl, and want to play football please come along and have a go!

Wincanton Town Youth Football Club Summer Soccer School

Mon 2 Aug 2010
By Nick Hamblin
Wincanton Town Youth Football Club Summer Soccer School

Wincanton Town Youth Football Club has teamed up with Elite Street Soccer for a soccer school between the 2nd and 6th August, from £10 a day!

The Growing Space - Community and Therapeutic Gardens

Thu 29 Jul 2010
By Hazel Luetchford
The Growing Space - Community and Therapeutic Gardens

The Growing Space is a charity. It forms part of the Healthy Living Partnership and Children's Centre and is based at the Balsam Centre in Wincanton. We have developed the Centre's gardens to encompass a wide variety of needs.

Wincanton Footpaths Reopened after Years of Neglect

Thu 29 Jul 2010
By Roger Lowe
Wincanton Footpaths Reopened after Years of Neglect

Roger and Janet Lowe, Wincanton's PPLOs are delighted to report that, with the help of our Countryside Rangers, several of Wincanton's footpaths have been reopened after years of neglect. More support will be needed to keep all our footpaths open.

Maxine Davis Hair Design - The Salon with Style has a Makeover

Wed 28 Jul 2010
By John Baxter
Maxine Davis Hair Design - The Salon with Style has a Makeover

Maxine Davis, owner and director of Wincanton's premier hair salon for men and women decides it is time to spoil her clients and give her salon a makeover.

Thriving Music Department Puts On Another Musical Extravaganza

Wed 28 Jul 2010
By Music Department Staff
Thriving Music Department Puts On Another Musical Extravaganza

On the balmy evening of Thursday 8th July students, staff and parents alike were treated to a riveting programme of music at King Arthur's Community School, Wincanton.

A New Look for The Nog Inn - Finally!

Tue 27 Jul 2010
By Amy Cutts
A New Look for The Nog Inn - Finally!

After months of planning The Nog finally gets its much needed mini facelift. And what a difference!

Olympic Open Day at Wincanton Sports Centre

Thu 22 Jul 2010
By Mark Henley
Olympic Open Day at Wincanton Sports Centre

Wincanton Sports Centre will be holding an Olympic Open Day on Saturday 24th July, with a selection of free taster sessions on all the activities we offer.

Zac Greening - An Artist in Wincanton

Thu 22 Jul 2010
By Zac Greening
Zac Greening - An Artist in Wincanton

Artist Zac Greening, who organised last year's Windows of Wincanton art show that brought original art works into the town's shop windows, talks about living here and his work.

Free Sculpture Workshops at Carymoor

Sun 18 Jul 2010
By Helen Boyer
Free Sculpture Workshops at Carymoor

Carymoor is hosting two exciting Sculpture Workshops on Thursday 12th August and Friday 13th August. Anyone aged 12-25 or over 50 can help create a permanent art work for Carymoor, made from recycled materials. No experience necessary.

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