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Join C.A.T.C.H. for a Christmas Litter Pick on Sunday 20th

Tue 15 Dec 2015
By Dave Smith
Join C.A.T.C.H. for a Christmas Litter Pick on Sunday 20th

What better way to celebrate Christmas this year than to pick other people's grimey rubbish out of a cold, wet river? And to top it off, it's totally FREE.

Wincanton Seniors Christmas Lunch

Mon 14 Dec 2015
By John Baxter
Wincanton Seniors Christmas Lunch

Sunday 6th December saw around eighty Wincanton senior citizens enjoying a traditional Christmas dinner and a concert by the Pilgrim Singers in the Memorial Hall, Wincanton.

Walk The New Town Heritage Trail This Christmas!

Sat 12 Dec 2015
By Diana McEwen
Walk The New Town Heritage Trail This Christmas!

This is a fun activity for all the family to do over Christmas. You will discover some fascinating facts about Wincanton that you never knew before and all in the space of an hour!

Wincanton Resident’s Double Celebration

Fri 11 Dec 2015
By Steve Lee
Wincanton Resident’s Double Celebration

Long standing Wincanton resident John Keynes enjoyed a double celebration at the end of November. John celebrate his 90th Birthday and also received the Légion d’Honneur from the French government for his gallant part played in the liberation of France.

Hidden Treasures Indoor Markets

Fri 11 Dec 2015
By Kate Tapsell
Hidden Treasures Indoor Markets

Hidden Treasures is a regular indoor market that takes place at the Wincanton Memorial Hall, with a variety of stalls to browse and refreshments, too. Visit Father Christmas in his Grotto at the next market on Sunday 20th December!

Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza Pulls the Crowds Again

Tue 8 Dec 2015
By John Smith
Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza Pulls the Crowds Again

This year’s well attended Christmas Extravaganza featured many of the old favourites, including Santa’s Grotto, carols around the Christmas tree and jazz music in The Dolphin’s courtyard, as well as some new events, such as a lantern parade.

Wincanton Choral Society Christmas Concert 2015

Mon 7 Dec 2015
By Philip Schofield
Wincanton Choral Society Christmas Concert 2015

The Wincanton Choral Society will perform its Christmas Concert, a ‘Feast of Festive music’, at 7.30pm on Sunday 13th December at Wincanton Sports Centre.

Light Up A Life - A Service to Remember Our Loved Ones

Sun 6 Dec 2015
By Richard D'Arcy
Light Up A Life - A Service to Remember Our Loved Ones

St. Margaret's Hospice will be holding a Light Up a Life service in the Parish Church, Wincanton on Saturday 12th December. This is an opportunity to reflect together, remembering family and friends who have illuminated our lives.

Free Green Skills Hedgelaying Course at Carymoor

Fri 4 Dec 2015
By Rupert Farthing
Free Green Skills Hedgelaying Course at Carymoor

Join us at Carymoor Environmental Trust on 10th December for a free course, giving people a chance to learn the traditional rural skill of hedgelaying to maintain livestock-proof hedges and create a fantastic habitat for wildlife.

Mayor Resigns Amidst “Lack of Support”

Thu 3 Dec 2015
By John Smith
Mayor Resigns Amidst “Lack of Support”

A recent meeting of Wincanton Town Council was brought to an abrupt halt when Chairman Colin Winder handed his Mayoral Chain of Office to the Town Clerk and left the chamber. He later tendered his resignation.

Christmas Clean-Up – Volunteers Assemble!

Wed 2 Dec 2015
By John Smith
Christmas Clean-Up – Volunteers Assemble!

In partnership with Wincanton Town Team and SSDC’s Street Scene, volunteers for a pre-Christmas town clean-up will gather together this Saturday. If you can help, there could be a cup of tea and cake thrown in at Divine Wines!

Wincanton to be Illuminated by Renowned Lighting Artist Zac Greening

Wed 2 Dec 2015
By Bec Manjra
Wincanton to be Illuminated by Renowned Lighting Artist Zac Greening

On Friday 4th December The Wincanton Town Team promises an extraordinarily modern High Street light display to celebrate the 2015 festive season – and you’re all invited.

Wincanton Remembrance Parade & Service 2015

Wed 2 Dec 2015
By Steve Lee
Wincanton Remembrance Parade & Service 2015

Once again, Wincanton saw a good turnout of both spectators and those participating in the Remembrance Day parade down through the High Street. It was particularly encouraging to see many younger members of the community involved in the event.

Lucy Jenkins - An Art Exhibition at Divine Wines Throughout December

Tue 1 Dec 2015
By Lucy Jenkins
Lucy Jenkins - An Art Exhibition at Divine Wines Throughout December

Lucy Jenkins exhibits a new collection of watercolour paintings throughout December at Divine Wines in Wincanton. Entitled Fruits of the Earth, the collection raises awareness of the impact of climate change and the direct impact of human actions on nature.

Christmas Party Day at Wincanton Racecourse

Tue 1 Dec 2015
By Katherine Dalgety
Christmas Party Day at Wincanton Racecourse

On Thursday 3rd December Wincanton Racecourse hosts its Christmas Party Day, the perfect opportunity to celebrate the festive season with a day at the races. Choral music will greet and entertain you as you shop at over 20 trade stands.

Horsington & South Cheriton Villager Magazine - November 2015

Mon 30 Nov 2015
By Jeanne Mortarotti
Horsington & South Cheriton Villager Magazine - November 2015

It is Fireworks time, and Steve Hawkins rightly tells us about the History of Fireworks! Also this month The Villager welcomes the new Parish Councillors, and Penny Nagle gives the latest update on the broadband quest.

It’s coming... UPDATED

Fri 27 Nov 2015
By Penny Ashton
It’s coming... <small style='color: blue;'>UPDATED</small>

The shops are decorated and full of Christmas stock; choirs up and down the land are practicing their music. We can safely say that Christmas is coming soon, and so is the Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza.

Festival of Nativity Scenes at Wincanton Parish Church

Fri 27 Nov 2015
By Gill D’Arcy
Festival of Nativity Scenes at Wincanton Parish Church

Wincanton Parish Church are holding a Festival of Nativity Scenes in the Church from Friday 11th to Sunday 13th December, created by local groups, organisations and individuals. Come and admire the displays.

Nibbles & Tipples at Craftique on 9th December

Wed 25 Nov 2015
By John Smith
Nibbles & Tipples at Craftique on 9th December

Craftique, purveyor of locally sourced handmade crafts since opening in July, is getting festive with a special event on 9th December offering nibbles and tipples to shop visitors between 12.00 noon and 2.00pm.

The Best Christmas Tree Ever..?

Wed 25 Nov 2015
By John Smith & Fanny Charles
The Best Christmas Tree Ever..?

Decorated with two thousand coloured lights, this year’s Christmas tree in Market Place was officially lit on Saturday 14th November and has been claimed by many to be the loveliest tree they can remember.

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