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Blackadder Goes Forth to Help the Heroes Tonight in Wincanton Memorial Hall
The Stab in the Dark theatre company present 'Blackadder Goes Forth' in Wincanton Memorial Hall tonight, 8pm. Two episodes from this hilarious cult classic for about a tenner. All profits go to Help for Heroes.
Sunday Market is on the Move – But Not Too Far
Wincanton Town Team has been gathering views from Sunday Market stall-holders and shoppers. Taking all this on board they are moving the next market, on Sunday 16th November, off the High Street and back to Carrington Way car park.
Christmas Party Menu at Truffles
Truffles' Taste of the West Christmas party menu is available from 1st – 24th December for Lunch or Dinner. The menu at £19.95 uses locally sourced fresh produce from West Country farms and artisan suppliers.
Two Re-Arrested for Hit-and-Run Fatality in Bruton
Police have re-arrested a 46-year-old man and 31-year-old woman from Somerset in relation to the 'fail-to-stop' incident, which led to the death of 84-year-old David Hick in Bruton.
Heart of Wessex Funding Advice Workshop
If you’re thinking of starting a new business and need financial assistance to get your project off to a flying start, a Heart of Wessex Funding Advice Workshop will take place in the Balsam Centre, Wincanton on Thursday 27th November.
EA Releases Fish into the Cale Due to C.A.T.C.H. VIDEO
The Environment Agency has seen fit to release a significant stock of bred fish into the River Cale in Wincanton, as a direct result of, and credit to the work C.A.T.C.H. has been doing to clean up the river and improve its status as a bio-diverse habitat.
Poor Signage Caused Confusion During South Street Road Closure
Poor signage during the recent South Street drainage works is being blamed for confusion and disruption for businesses, Our Lady’s primary school and residents, leading to calls for better planning by County Highways in future.
Milborne Port Christmas Craft and Food Market – Sunday 23rd November
Milborne Port's annual Christmas Craft & Food Market is in the Village Hall, on Sunday 23rd November. This is the fourth year for the event, and with around 45 stalls attending it promises great Christmas shopping for all.
Wincanton Housing Crisis – Public Meeting on Tuesday 18th November
Wincanton’s future is in our hands. Please support the campaign to prevent urban sprawl engulfing village communities and devouring our open spaces. A campaign group has come together to fight all current building applications. We’d like you to join us.
Charlton Musgrove’s Annual Quiz Night – Friday 14th November
A Quiz Night is being held in Charlton Musgrove Memorial Hall on Friday 14th November in aid of St Stephen & St Paul’s Parish Church. Tickets are £7.50 per person, including food.
Horsington & South Cheriton 'Villager' Magazine - November 2014
The latest events and articles from Horsington and South Cheriton, keeping residents and visitors in touch with the local activities in the area.
Salvage Hunter’s Eye is on the Art at Bruton
Bruton School for Girls was turned into a film set for the day when star of TV’s Salvage Hunters, Drew Pritchard, arrived to rummage amongst the hidden treasures at the girls’ school.
Autumn Courses with a Smile
Somerset Skills & Learning was recently visited by OfSted, who acknowledged the benefits and value that participation in community education gave their learners.
Rogue Parking in South Street – How Long Before Someone is Hurt?
For a great many years the South Street bottleneck has been a treacherous pass. It's a wonder nobody has been hurt. Despite several suggestions, and impending invasive works and a road closure at this location, a solution has yet to materialise.
The Art of Medicine – A History Society Talk by Hendrika Foster
The Art of Medicine is the subject of art historian Hendrika Foster’s illustrated talk on Friday 31st October. Sounds mysterious. Isn’t Medicine a Science?
Beginners Running Group at Wincanton Sports Ground
Do you want to start running, but don’t want to do it alone? Wincanton Sports Ground is starting a beginners running group using our 3-2-1km route. Participants can walk, jog or run the route, doing what make them feels comfortable.
The Bubbly Glass Engraver – Glass Engraving at Your Service
The Bubbly Glass Engraver is a family owned company who pride themselves on providing unique, hand engraved gifts. Glass is engraved by hand to any design you require for a unique gift that will be treasured for years to come.
Elderly Dog Walker Dies After Hit-and-Run Incident in Bruton UPDATED
On the evening of 14th October an elderly gentleman walking to his local shop with his dogs was hit by a vehicle on Cole Road, Bruton. Despite attention at the scene he later died of his injuries.
Town Council Grants - Applications for 2015 Now Available
Every year the Town Council accepts applications for grant funding from local charities and voluntary organisations. They are now looking for applications for the 2015 awards.
"12 Years a Slave" Showing at WFS on Wednesday 22nd
Wincanton Film Society will be showing last year’s box office hit, "12 Years a Slave" on Wednesday 22nd October in King Arthur’s School Performance Enhancement Centre.
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