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The Flavourworks - one of Wincanton's most interesting employers

Fri 15 Feb 2019
By Lucy Atherton
The Flavourworks - one of Wincanton's most interesting employers

One of Wincanton's innovative businesses is having a makeover. Formerly Markus Products and recently renamed The Flavourworks, creators of sauces, marinades, butters and much more to all the big UK food producers, it's fast becoming the town’s most interesting employer.

Racing is back in Wincanton on Saturday after horse flu outbreak

Tue 12 Feb 2019
By Lucy Johnson
Racing is back in Wincanton on Saturday after horse flu outbreak

It’s all systems go for Wincanton Racecourse this Saturday, with a terrific day of top-class sport on the cards. Racing was given the green light to resume in Britain from tomorrow, after six blank days following an outbreak of equine influenza.

Discover local volunteering opportunities at a FREE community workshop

Mon 11 Feb 2019
By Dave Smith
Discover local volunteering opportunities at a FREE community workshop

Spark Somerset is hosting a free Community Connector volunteering workshop at The Balsam Centre in Wincanton next month. Meet local volunteers, find volunteering opportunities in the area, and discover useful resources.

ANVIL 2019 programme

Tue 5 Feb 2019
By Dave Smith
ANVIL 2019 programme

ANVIL, the local structured discussion group, begins its sixth year with a new season starting this week. This year's programme includes artificial intelligence, environmental art, the next financial depression, liberal democracy and religion.

Villager magazine for Horsington & South Cheriton - February 2019

Tue 5 Feb 2019
By Jeanne Mortarotti
Villager magazine for Horsington & South Cheriton - February 2019

An interview with a local practitioner on traditional Chinese medicine, the first letter from St. John's new Reverend, memories of a pupil of Horsington School from between 1926 and news from Templecombe Scouts.

Wincanton Racecourse is in the top 11 to visit in England and Wales!

Mon 4 Feb 2019
By Lucy Johnson
Wincanton Racecourse is in the top 11 to visit in England and Wales!

Wincanton Racecourse has been confirmed as one of the top 11 racecourses to visit in England and Wales by national tourist board VisitEngland as part of the Racecourse Association’s Quality Assured Racecourse Scheme.

Huge volunteer turnout for C.A.T.C.H.'s litter pick last weekend

Thu 31 Jan 2019
By Dave Smith
Huge volunteer turnout for C.A.T.C.H.'s litter pick last weekend

On Sunday 27th January 2019, C.A.T.C.H. held a public litter pick along the River Cale in Wincanton, its first of the new year. Over 30 people turned up, the group's largest haul ever!

Wincanton pupils helped plant new trees at Cale Park

Sat 26 Jan 2019
By Dave Smith
Wincanton pupils helped plant new trees at Cale Park

On Thursday 24th January 2019, children from Wincanton Primary School, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School and King Arthur’s School joined Wincanton Town Council to help plant 14 new trees at the Cale Park recreation ground.

ICE WARNING: no grit for Wincanton High Street?

Wed 23 Jan 2019
By John Smith
ICE WARNING: no grit for Wincanton High Street?

Last night’s hard frost left roads throughout the town more akin to ice rinks. Frosty weather is to be expected during winter months, but don't assume all Wincanton's main roads will be gritted. Drive safe tomorrow.

Pilgrim Singers charity gig funded primary school latrine in Uganda

Mon 21 Jan 2019
By John Baxter
Pilgrim Singers charity gig funded primary school latrine in Uganda

The Pilgrim Singers' 2018 Summer Concert at Wincanton Manor House “The Dogs” raised enough money to cover the cost of building a new toilet block alongside a primary school building in Uganda.

Carrington House rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission

Fri 18 Jan 2019
By Kim Draper
Carrington House rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission

Staff and residents at Carrington House are celebrating following the results of their recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection. The Wincanton care home was awarded a ‘Good’ rating overall by the inspectorate for social care.

Stonewater just launched a new rent-to-buy scheme in Wincanton

Wed 16 Jan 2019
By Yerin Seo
Stonewater just launched a new rent-to-buy scheme in Wincanton

Stonewater, a leading social housing provider, launched its first rent-to-buy scheme on 11th January 2019. The development featuring affordable homes for local people taking advantage of Rent to Buy is nearing completion at Balsam Park in Wincanton.

Wincanton Town Centre Strategy draft is now available for public consultation

Tue 15 Jan 2019
By Dave Smith
Wincanton Town Centre Strategy draft is now available for public consultation

SSDC's draft plan to regenerate Wincanton's town centre has been made available for public consultation. You can check it out here, or see it in person and ask questions at Wincanton Memorial Hall this Friday and Saturday, 18th-19th Janurary.

It's the Somerset National at Wincanton Racecourse on Thursday 17th January

Tue 15 Jan 2019
By Lucy Johnson
It's the Somerset National at Wincanton Racecourse on Thursday 17th January

The West Country’s lauded Somerset National, which is run on Thursday, January 17th, has a new sponsor with the race now run in the name of Healthy Pets. Seven races are on the card, which begins at 12:50pm.

Where to recycle your Christmas tree this year

Fri 28 Dec 2018
By John Smith
Where to recycle your Christmas tree this year

South Somerset District Council will be providing Christmas tree recycling collection stations again this year. If you don't live in Wincanton you may find there's a station in your village that'll be easier to reach.

Tables are turning in Wincanton at Highstreet Records

Sun 23 Dec 2018
By Alice Glover
Tables are turning in Wincanton at Highstreet Records

Brett has a real passion for vinyl records and opened a great little shop in Wincanton’s Applegarth Emporium last year. He sells an enormous selection of records, and a wide array of audio equipment.

Christmas 2018 waste collection schedule changes

Sun 23 Dec 2018
By Somerset Waste Partnership
Christmas 2018 waste collection schedule changes

With Christmas almost upon us, Somerset Waste Partnership has provided details of the scheduling changes to their kerbside waste and recycling collections services.

Christmas jumpers at Wincanton Racecourse’s iconic Boxing Day meeting

Thu 20 Dec 2018
By Lucy Johnson
Christmas jumpers at Wincanton Racecourse’s iconic Boxing Day meeting

Boxing Day racing is a nation-wide tradition, and Wincanton’s meeting is immensely popular. Head up the road to the racecourse to continue your Christmas celebrations.

Christmas services at St Peter & St Paul's Church 2018

Thu 20 Dec 2018
By Gill D'Arcy
Christmas services at St Peter & St Paul's Church 2018

Here are the services happening in St Peter & St Paul’s this Christmas time. Everyone is welcome to join in any or all of the services. Please note the time changes in some cases.

Wincanton's over-70s Christmas lunch 2018

Wed 19 Dec 2018
By Muriel Cairns
Wincanton's over-70s Christmas lunch 2018

100 Wincanton residents had a great time at the town's traditional over-70s Christmas lunch on Sunday 9th December at the Memorial Hall. The event was organised by a group of volunteers with grants and donations from local businesses.

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