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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.

Missing Cat in the Bayford Area - Reward Offered

Sun 5 Jul 2015
By Zoe Watts
Missing Cat in the Bayford Area - Reward Offered

Amy is a two year-old black and white cat, missing since Monday 29th June from the Bayford area. I have leafleted the local area but would now like to appeal to the wider community. There is a reward for Amy’s safe return.

David Warburton MP Joins Armed Forces Day Celebrations in Wincanton

Sat 4 Jul 2015
By Harriet K Warburton
David Warburton MP Joins Armed Forces Day Celebrations in Wincanton

David Warburton, local MP for Somerton and Frome, joined the Armed Forces Day celebrations in Wincanton on Saturday 27th June. While his son James inspected various armoured patrol vehicles, David spoke with serving soldiers and members of the British Legion.

Bruton Reggae Fest – 11th July

Thu 2 Jul 2015
By Mat Runacre
Bruton Reggae Fest – 11th July

Bruton Dub Club brings you the best in live reggae and beyond at its first one day festival. Saturday 11th July, noon till midnight. Both in the hall and out on the green. £10 on the door or in advance online.

Craftique - A New Arts & Crafts Emporium in Wincanton

Wed 1 Jul 2015
By John Smith
Craftique - A New Arts & Crafts Emporium in Wincanton

Craftique is a brand new arts and craft emporium opening in Wincanton High Street on Tuesday 7th July. Owner Sara Cheesman will sell greetings cards, jewellery, gifts, ceramics and linens, soft toys and lots more.

10 Year Old Tempest Cuts Hair for Winky Kicks Cancer

Tue 30 Jun 2015
By Kirsten Hearne
10 Year Old Tempest Cuts Hair for Winky Kicks Cancer

Ten year old Tempest will have her locks cut off next week to raise money for Winky Kicks Cancer. Her hair will then be donated to the Little Princess Trust to make wigs for children suffering hair loss through cancer treatment.

Matt Price to Preview Edinburgh Festival Comedy Material at The Nog

Mon 29 Jun 2015
By Amy Cutts
Matt Price to Preview Edinburgh Festival Comedy Material at The Nog

Great news! Matt Price, who has both compered and performed at The Barrel of Laughs Comedy Club here at The Nog, is coming back on Thursday 2nd July at 8pm to showcase his Edinburgh Festival preview material!

The Wrong Way Back Bike Rally Picnic – Sunday 12th July

Sun 28 Jun 2015
By Nicola Spinney
The Wrong Way Back Bike Rally Picnic – Sunday 12th July

On Your Bike! Or anything with wheels. Have some fun in the sun and bring a picnic down to Wincanton Recreation Ground on Sunday 12th July. This charity event is for great causes organised by ‘The Wrong Way Back.’

Henstridge Village Fayre – Saturday 27th June

Fri 26 Jun 2015
By Debby Munn
Henstridge Village Fayre – Saturday 27th June

The PTFA at St. Nicholas School in Henstridge is organising the Henstridge Village Fayre this Saturday, from 12.00 to 4.00pm. Plenty of fun and games, stalls, pony rides, silent auction and refreshments. Look out for Iron Man and Batman!

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