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Sponsored Swim for Guide Dogs for the Blind Association

Tue 4 Aug 2015
By Derek Hudson
Sponsored Swim for Guide Dogs for the Blind Association

On Sunday 13th September there will be a sponsored swim at the Wincanton Sports Centre swimming pool in aid of the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association.

The Nicholson Lecture at Maperton Church – Saturday 8th August

Fri 31 Jul 2015
By James Scott
The Nicholson Lecture at Maperton Church – Saturday 8th August

This year’s Nicholson Lecture is given by distinguished speaker Graham Mottram. It follows the careers of Lieutenant Rex Warneford and Squadron Commander Richard Bell-Davies, the first naval aviators to win the Victoria Cross, one hundred years ago.

Summer Exhibition of Watercolours – “Vintage Flowers” by Lucy M. Jenkins

Tue 28 Jul 2015
By Chris Wadden
Summer Exhibition of Watercolours – “Vintage Flowers” by Lucy M. Jenkins

A series of watercolour paintings by Lucy M. Jenkins will be shown at Divine Wines in Wincanton throughout August. The paintings feature garden and wild flowers in vintage floral chinaware, bringing together industry with nature.

Mustang Sally and More at Pen Selwood’s Summer Fete

Tue 28 Jul 2015
By Stella Parcell
Mustang Sally and More at Pen Selwood’s Summer Fete

Pen Selwood celebrates 61 years of our traditional Village Fete on Saturday 1st August. Held in the centre of the village between the Community Field, Village Hall and St Michael’s Church, the three beneficiaries of all profits.

Business Grant Made Available in Wincanton, Castle Cary & Bruton Areas

Fri 24 Jul 2015
By Martin Hacker
Business Grant Made Available in Wincanton, Castle Cary & Bruton Areas

A business grant is being made available by South Somerset District Council to help businesses in the Wincanton, Castle Cary and Bruton areas of South Somerset.

Bruton Road Works – Don’t Be Confused by the Signs in Wincanton!

Thu 23 Jul 2015
By John Smith
Bruton Road Works – Don’t Be Confused by the Signs in Wincanton!

Don’t be confused by road closure signs in Wincanton that actually refer to resurfacing works shortly being carried out in Bruton. Silver Street in Wincanton is NOT closed!

Fire Crew Rescues 400kg Cow from Cesspit in Templecombe

Wed 22 Jul 2015
By Paul Slaven
Fire Crew Rescues 400kg Cow from Cesspit in Templecombe

On Tuesday 21st July, a cow weighing approx 400kg fell into a domestic water treatment plant after breaking through protective fencing and was rescued with the help of Devon and Somerset Fire & Rescue Service.

Robert Frith Optometrists Reach Out to the Housebound

Wed 22 Jul 2015
By Kelly Lucas
Robert Frith Optometrists Reach Out to the Housebound

Are you eligible to receive care from Robert Frith Optometrists’ Mobile Eye Care Service? We have extended our patient services to include a wide area around Wincanton, including new locations in Wiltshire.

Free Business Start-Up Awareness Session Coming to Wincanton

Tue 21 Jul 2015
By South Somerset District Council
Free Business Start-Up Awareness Session Coming to Wincanton

In conjunction with Somerset Business Agency, South Somerset District Council is hosting a free business start-up awareness session in Wincanton on Wednesday 22nd July.

Treasure Hunt in Charlton Horethorne

Tue 21 Jul 2015
By David Peet
Treasure Hunt in Charlton Horethorne

On Sunday 26th July intrepid adventurers will have the opportunity to take part in a treasure hunt on foot around the leafy lanes of Charlton Horethorne, looking for house names which match the cryptic clues they are given.

Somerset & Dorset Animal Rescue – Cream Tea Afternoon

Fri 17 Jul 2015
By Meghan Foxgold
Somerset & Dorset Animal Rescue – Cream Tea Afternoon

Help Somerset & Dorset Animal Rescue raise funds for the many animals they care for by joining them for a cream tea afternoon, with live music, stalls and a raffle, on Saturday 18th July.

C.A.T.C.H. Action Day on Sunday 19th July – Balsam Bashing

Fri 17 Jul 2015
By Dave Smith
C.A.T.C.H. Action Day on Sunday 19th July – Balsam Bashing

The C.A.T.C.H. team have organised a public action day for this Sunday, 19th July, for the specific purpose of pulling up Himalayan Balsam, an invasive, non-native plant species that takes over the river bank and damages the ecosystem.

Wincanton Sunday Market Seeks New Management

Fri 17 Jul 2015
By John Holman
Wincanton Sunday Market Seeks New Management

Sunday 19th July will see the final Wincanton Sunday Market to be run by Wincanton Town Team. The Team will attempt to pass on the management to others after establishing the market with a promising start.

Memories of Working Life in Wincanton

Thu 16 Jul 2015
By Janet Fray
Memories of Working Life in Wincanton

Members of the Wincanton Museum and History Society recently enjoyed an evening bringing to life working days at Cow and Gate, when it was one of the largest employers in Wincanton.

James Scott, Local Litigator & Consultant Solicitor

Wed 15 Jul 2015
By James Scott
James Scott, Local Litigator & Consultant Solicitor

James Scott is a Maperton-based litigator and an advocate who has acquired, in the course of over 30 years in private practice, a wide-ranging experience of many aspects of English law.

Council Outrage at Dancing Lane Appeal Success

Mon 13 Jul 2015
By John Smith
Council Outrage at Dancing Lane Appeal Success

With the Verrington development appeal only a few days away, the town is in shock after a decision made by the Planning Inspectorate Chairman to allow the construction of 25 more houses on land west of Dancing Lane.

Dancing Lane Developments & the Impact on Wincanton Community Hospital

Sat 11 Jul 2015
By John Smith
Dancing Lane Developments & the Impact on Wincanton Community Hospital

Appeal has followed appeal, and still the future of the site at Dancing Lane adjacent to Wincanton Community Hospital is undecided. The latest appeal will take place on Tuesday 14th July in SSDC offices in Wincanton, and will be open to the public.

South Somerset Playdays Are Coming to Wincanton - July and August 2015

Wed 8 Jul 2015
By John Smith
South Somerset Playdays Are Coming to Wincanton - July and August 2015

After successful summer events in 2014, Wincanton Town Council has been working to bring South Somerset Playdays back to Wincanton, Bruton and Henstridge, with more excitement over the summer holidays.

Wincanton Chamber AGM 2015

Wed 8 Jul 2015
By John Smith
Wincanton Chamber AGM 2015

Wincanton Chamber will be holding its AGM on Wednesday 15th July at The Bear Inn (Sweetman Hall) starting at 7:30pm. The agenda will include the election of a new committee and officers to represent the community over the next year. An opportunity for a clean slate and a new direction.

Jellybeans Preloved Market – Sell Your Kids Outgrown Clothing & Toys

Mon 6 Jul 2015
By Karen Allum
Jellybeans Preloved Market – Sell Your Kids Outgrown Clothing & Toys

Jellybeans Pre-loved Markets are a great way to pass on items of good quality clothing and toys that your children have outgrown. Sell or buy at the next Jellybeans Market on Sunday 19th July.

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