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Sandbag – Wincanton RBL Newsletter for June 2015
Read the summary or download the full edition of June’s newsletter from the Wincanton branch of the Royal British Legion.
Cucklington Annual Summer Fair – Saturday 4th July
Cucklington’s annual Summer Fair takes place at the Arthur Morison Memorial Hall on Saturday 4th July. A great family afternoon with something for everyone to enjoy, rounding off with a delicious barbecue.
The Market This Sunday Will Have Fruit & Veg!
The next Wincanton Sunday Market takes place this Sunday 21st June in the car park at Carrington Way. Regular market customers will be pleased to hear fresh fruit and vegetables will at last be available to buy.
Redfearn’s Father’s Day Special Lunch Menu – Book Now!
Geoff Redfearn has released his Father’s Day special Sunday lunch menu. The menu offers a wide selection of food, including Thai and English dishes. Book now to secure a table.
Health Centre Management Will Attend Monday's Town Council Meeting
Following concerns over the quality of local health services, representatives of Wincanton Health Centre will be present for 30 minutes prior to the start of the next Wincanton Town Council meeting, on Monday 22nd June, to discuss these concerns with Councillors.
Next Wincanton Chamber Meeting – Friday 19th June
Having re-branded from Wincanton Businesses Together to “Wincanton Chamber”, the group is holding its first meeting under their new banner on Friday 19th at The Bear Inn, Wincanton. The meeting will start at 6.30pm and all business representatives are welcome.
Church Path Fete on Saturday 27th June
A Church Path Fete will take place at St. Peter & St. Paul’s Parish Church on Saturday 27th June. Free entry and lots of stalls, plus country dancing by the children of Wincanton Primary School.
The Big Scoop
Here’s an opportunity for a national campaign to make a big difference at a local level. The topic of dog mess is a sensitive one, but owners can all become ‘Scooperheroes’ with very little effort.
Wincanton is Fast-Tracked for Fibre Optic Broadband
Somerset County Council confirms that Wincanton is being fast-tracked for the installation of fibre optic broadband cables. Work crews have already begun preliminary tasks, and work may be complete in as little as three months if all goes well.
Local Man Arrested After West Hill Drink-Drive Incident
On Friday 5th June, Wincanton resident Toby Newton was arrested on a drink-drive charge after being involved in a traffic incident on West Hill. Police later charged Mr Newton with several motoring offences.
Award-Winning Photographer Can Help Improve YOUR Photographic Skills
Local photographer Simon Lewis is starting a new venture to get more people involved in his passion for photography. Simon wants to teach his skills to anyone who wants to learn how to unlock the true potential of their camera.
Baroque to Rock with Spectra Musica Concert
Spectra Musica will be returning to the beautiful Cheap Street Church in Sherborne on Saturday 27th June for their second concert with their new Musical Director Peter Leech. It will be another exciting and eclectic mix of wonderful music.
Wincanton Armed Forces Day – Saturday 27th June 2015
Armed Forces Day events will take place in Wincanton on Saturday 27th June. The aim of the day is to honour the contribution of military personnel, past and present, showing support to, and thanking the men and women who serve.
The Imitation Game – Wincanton Film Society’s Season Finale
The Society’s final screening of the 14/15 season, on Wednesday 17th June, is “The Imitation Game” starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Keira Knightley, and Matthew Goode.
[CANCELLED] Friends of King Arthur’s Summer Ball
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The Friends of King Arthur’s Community School are holding a Summer Ball on Friday 26th June to raise funds for the school. Come along and have a great evening – why not have a table of friends come together?
Dike’s of Stalbridge Goes Online for Wincanton
Award-winning supermarket Dike & Son has just become the first independent grocery store in the UK to offer its customers a complete online weekly shopping service – and Wincanton residents can now benefit from the daily delivery service.
Funding Available for Community Groups in the Wincanton Area
Funding is available for projects that support vulnerable, isolated and lonely older people and their carers; to improve life opportunities for disadvantaged children, young people and their families and to support communities affected by rural disadvantage. The deadline for applications is 15th June.
Wincanton Businesses Together is Re-Branding
Wincanton Businesses Together (the Chamber of Trade and Commerce for Wincanton & District) is re-branding to “Wincanton Chamber”. Join the launch event at The Bear on Friday 29th May.
A History Society Talk About The Amazing SS Great Britain
Specialist lecturer Ian Caskie will be travelling from Bristol to give what will be a fascinating lecture on this amazing ship on Friday 29th May in the Wincanton Memorial Hall at 7.30pm.
Sandbag – Wincanton RBL Newsletter for May 2015
The Wincanton branch of the Royal British Legion continues to thrive in the town and through its monthly newsletter, ‘Sandbag’, aims to keep members and the community informed of its activities.
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