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“...and a partridge...” - Wincanton Youth Theatre’s 2017 Christmas show

Thu 7 Dec 2017
By Andrew Warren
“...and a partridge...” - Wincanton Youth Theatre’s 2017 Christmas show

Following on from their huge success with Bugsy Malone in September, Wincanton Youth Theatre are proud to present their Christmas show for 2017, “…and a partridge…”, featuring over twenty acts, including some wonderful singing, dancing and, this year, some serious acting.

Brendan Rendall - Running to the ends of the Earth

Mon 4 Dec 2017
By Brian Sales
Brendan Rendall - Running to the ends of the Earth

Brendan Rendall has run marathons the length of whole countries, and raised money to build a school building in Malawi. Earlier this year he returned to his home town to give an inspiration talk in Wincanton Memorial Hall about his adventures.

Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza is on Saturday 2nd December

Fri 1 Dec 2017
By John Smith
Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza is on Saturday 2nd December

It’s that time of year again, and the Christmas spirit is ramping up. Wincanton’s Christmas Extravaganza gets the season formally underway on the afternoon of Saturday 2nd December - a change from the usual Friday night.

Wincanton Community Hospital's Christmas Fayre is this Sunday

Sat 25 Nov 2017
By John Smith
Wincanton Community Hospital's Christmas Fayre is this Sunday

The Friends of Wincanton Community Hospital are holding their 2017 Christmas Fayre on Sunday 26th November. There'll be gifts, crafts, face painting, cakes, a bouncy castle, miniature steam train rides, a BBQ and lots more.

Wincanton Youth Theatre performed live on BBC radio!

Thu 23 Nov 2017
By Andrew Warren
Wincanton Youth Theatre performed live on BBC radio!

Earlier this month, BBC Somerset’s Clueless team joined the Wincanton Youth Theatre at their weekly rehearsals, and they performed live on BBC radio to bring the show to a close.

Wincanton's two-hour weekend blackout

Wed 22 Nov 2017
By John Smith
Wincanton's two-hour weekend blackout

On Saturday night, Wincanton experienced a two-hour power cut. 738 households were denied their Strictly fix while engineers worked to replace a faulty cable box.

Spectra Musica's ‘Autumn Leaves’ concert in Gillingham next week

Fri 17 Nov 2017
By Sally Greenhalgh
Spectra Musica's ‘Autumn Leaves’ concert in Gillingham next week

Spectra Musica will be performing their ‘Autumn Leaves’ concert at the Church of St. Mary the Virgin in Gillingham on Saturday 25th November.

One of Wincanton's eyesores is finally being demolished!

Thu 16 Nov 2017
By John Smith
One of Wincanton's eyesores is finally being demolished!

People in Wincanton are smiling this week with the news that the derelict house adjacent to The Wagtail on the Wincanton Gateway retail park is finally being demolished.

Renovation of the Cale Park shelter has finally begun

Wed 15 Nov 2017
By Dave Smith
Renovation of the Cale Park shelter has finally begun

Cale Park has seen a lot of action in the last 18 months, including the opening of the new play area and footbridge. But one major eyesore still blotted the landscape. Until now.

Wincanton's plans for Remembrance Day 2017

Sat 11 Nov 2017
By Tony Goddard
Wincanton's plans for Remembrance Day 2017

There will be two ceremonies taking place during Remembrance Sunday in Wincanton this year. The Regimental Remembrance Service for 1 Regiment Army Air Corp, and the traditional Royal British Legion Remembrance Parade.

Check out the model railway exhibition at King Arthur's School this weekend

Fri 10 Nov 2017
By Steve Rodd
Check out the model railway exhibition at King Arthur's School this weekend

There will be plenty of layouts including all the popular gauges, and six traders to help you source the items you're looking for. There'll even be a working mini steam train outside offering rides!

Ultimate Pro Wrestling returns to Wincanton Memorial Hall this weekend

Fri 10 Nov 2017
By Mark Fry
Ultimate Pro Wrestling returns to Wincanton Memorial Hall this weekend

Following several sold-out shows, Ultimate Pro Wrestling is back for another night of hard-hitting, high-flying, family-friendly wrestling entertainment.

Horsington & South Cheriton Villager Magazine - November 2017

Fri 10 Nov 2017
By Jeanne Mortarotti
Horsington & South Cheriton Villager Magazine - November 2017

Horsington's cheese, Renegade Monk, won Gold at the Global Cheese Awards held in Frome, and an appeal for donations to replace broken play equipment in the village.

Hello, from the triumphant Wincanton Town FC

Thu 9 Nov 2017
By Chris Wise
Hello, from the triumphant Wincanton Town FC

Hi all, and welcome to what will be the first in a monthly blog from me as Wincanton Town F.C. manager with the Wincanton Window. Our team beat a Yeovil Town 11 last night!

HRH The Countess of Wessex visited the Balsam Centre last week!

Wed 8 Nov 2017
By Sue Place
HRH The Countess of Wessex visited the Balsam Centre last week!

The Balsam Centre in Wincanton proudly welcomed Her Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex on her official visit on Wednesday 1st November.

A Christmas Fayre at Ansford Academy

Tue 7 Nov 2017
By John Smith
A Christmas Fayre at Ansford Academy

Ansford Academy is holding a Christmas fayre and raffle next week, to raise money to purchase 3D printers and other mobile devices that will help the school to prepare students for today’s technology-rich world.

Vote for C.A.T.C.H. to get funding from Aviva

Wed 1 Nov 2017
By Dave Smith
Vote for C.A.T.C.H. to get funding from Aviva

C.A.T.C.H. has been nominated as a potential recipient of funding from the Aviva Community Fund, but the amount of money they could win depends entirely on the number of votes they receive. Here's how to support the group!

Enjoy bonfire night at the Sports Ground again this year!

Tue 31 Oct 2017
By John Smith
Enjoy bonfire night at the Sports Ground again this year!

After a successful debut fireworks display at the Wincanton Sports Ground last year, Wincanton Football Club is gearing up for a repeat this year on Saturday 4th November. Bring your own fireworks to add to the show!

East Somerset in Business event at Haynes Motor Museum next Thursday

Wed 25 Oct 2017
By Pam Williams
East Somerset in Business event at Haynes Motor Museum next Thursday

South Somerset District Council is working with Blackmore Vale Business Breakfast, Bruton and Wincanton Chambers of Commerce to hold a business event at Haynes Motor Museum next Thursday.

Police and Crime Commissioner drop-in surgery on 26th October

Tue 24 Oct 2017
By John Smith
Police and Crime Commissioner drop-in surgery on 26th October

Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner Sue Mountstevens will be visiting Wincanton on Thursday 26th October 2017. She'll be hosting an informal public drop-in at the Balsam Centre.

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