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Lynne Franks & The Balsam Centre launch free enterprise programme for Wincanton women

Wed 7 Feb 2024
By Karen Brazier
Lynne Franks & The Balsam Centre launch free enterprise programme for Wincanton women

Wincanton women who want to start their own business are being offered the opportunity of attending a free women’s enterprise programme led by sustainable entrepreneur and legendary PR guru Lynne Franks.

The Flavourworks: a big shout-out to our Flavour Makers

Thu 17 Jun 2021
By Janine Williams
The Flavourworks: a big shout-out to our Flavour Makers

Approximately 15 months ago, the management team sat in our Cheeseboard (boardroom to normal folk) and put an emergency plan in place just in case…

Wyke Farms has increased its renewable energy production with a new Wincanton solar array

Wed 22 Apr 2020
By Paloma Lacy
Wyke Farms has increased its renewable energy production with a new Wincanton solar array

Wyke Farms has further invested into its “100% Green” sustainability plan with a new array of solar panels installed on the roof of its brand-new building at its Wincanton site on Bennetts Field Trading Estate.

Wincanton business wins Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade 2019

Tue 23 Apr 2019
By Emma Harrison
Wincanton business wins Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade 2019

Her Majesty The Queen has approved the Prime Minister's recommendation that Wincanton-based business Boxclever Press should receive a Queen's Award for Enterprise in the International Trade category for 2019; the highest official UK award for British businesses.

Wincanton Chamber invites businesses and orgs to Town Centre Strategy talk tonight

Wed 13 Mar 2019
By Wincanton Chamber
Wincanton Chamber invites businesses and orgs to Town Centre Strategy talk tonight

This month's Chamber talk is on SSDC's Town Centre Strategy. Pam Williams, Economy Specialist at the SSDC, will be talking us though the proposals currently in public consultation. This meeting is open to all businesses and organisations, not just members.

The Flavourworks - one of Wincanton's most interesting employers

Fri 15 Feb 2019
By Lucy Atherton
The Flavourworks - one of Wincanton's most interesting employers

One of Wincanton's innovative businesses is having a makeover. Formerly Markus Products and recently renamed The Flavourworks, creators of sauces, marinades, butters and much more to all the big UK food producers, it's fast becoming the town’s most interesting employer.

South Somerset District Council is hosting a FREE social media workshop tonight!

Wed 24 Oct 2018
By John Smith
South Somerset District Council is hosting a FREE social media workshop tonight!

South Somerset District Council is hosting a FREE digital marketing workshop this evening, starting at 6:30pm, focusing on how to use Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to promote your business. Apologies for the late notice.

Wincanton Chamber will discuss digital development grants on Wednesday 27th UPDATED

Mon 25 Jun 2018
By John Smith
Wincanton Chamber will discuss digital development grants on Wednesday 27<sup>th</sup> <small style='color: blue;'>UPDATED</small>

Wincanton Chamber invites you to an informal evening of networking. The hot topic of discussion will be grant funding from SSDC for development of digital products and infrastructure for your business. You could claim £500!

East Somerset in Business event at Haynes Motor Museum next Thursday

Wed 25 Oct 2017
By Pam Williams
East Somerset in Business event at Haynes Motor Museum next Thursday

South Somerset District Council is working with Blackmore Vale Business Breakfast, Bruton and Wincanton Chambers of Commerce to hold a business event at Haynes Motor Museum next Thursday.

FREE digital marketing workshop at Redfearns tomorrow UPDATED

Tue 5 Sep 2017
By John Smith
FREE digital marketing workshop at Redfearns tomorrow <small style='color: blue;'>UPDATED</small>

The Wincanton Chamber of Commerce is running a FREE digital marketing workshop tomorrow at Redfearns restaurant. You don't have to be a member, so come along and learn how to promote your business online.

New team takes the helm of Wincanton Chamber of Commerce

Mon 14 Aug 2017
By Penny Ashton
New team takes the helm of Wincanton Chamber of Commerce

New officers were elected, and a new leadership team formed at the AGM of Wincanton’s Chamber of Commerce, held at Churchfields on 28th June 2017.

Hopkins Concrete invests in the future of local young people

Tue 20 Dec 2016
By Attention Media
Hopkins Concrete invests in the future of local young people

Hopkins Concrete has joined forces with LGS Training and Key4Life to appoint two new team members, investing in the future of both local young people and its own workforce. The company is keen to recruit young people from the local communities.

Local Businesses Support Cale Park Play Area

Thu 28 Jul 2016
By Louise Treacher
Local Businesses Support Cale Park Play Area

The Friends of Cale Park are delighted to have received two donations from local businesses to help towards the final costs for the Play Area project at Cale Park.

Myakka is on a Mission to Help the Local Community

Sat 16 Jul 2016
By Andrea Cowan
Myakka is on a Mission to Help the Local Community

The Myakka Grass Root Fund has been set up to help the Somerset Community Foundation promote and support vibrant, inclusive communities within South Somerset. Bayford Chapel is the most recent project to benefit.

Business Hub: Hot Desking at Churchfields

Wed 22 Jun 2016
By SSDC
Business Hub: Hot Desking at Churchfields

A “hot desk” in the Lime Room at the council’s Churchfield offices, off Church Street, could be the answer for anyone with a small home-based business or those who have the occasional need for an office but don’t want to be tied by a lease.

Concrete Company Urges Industry to Attract More Female Drivers

Mon 14 Mar 2016
By Natalie Vizard
Concrete Company Urges Industry to Attract More Female Drivers

Hopkins Concrete, which has sites in Wincanton and Bridgwater, is urging the haulage industry to find ways of encouraging more female drivers to help solve the severe driver shortage.

Interested in Training Up or Becoming an Apprentice?

Thu 10 Mar 2016
By Rebecca Long
Interested in Training Up or Becoming an Apprentice?

Events about work experience, apprenticeships and traineeships will be taking part across the country from the 14th – 18th March, and in Wincanton it’s no exception. On 14th March Yeovil College will be hosting a series of events across the town.

Bereft Bennetts Field Businesses Battle Broadband Bosses

Wed 26 Aug 2015
By John Smith
Bereft Bennetts Field Businesses Battle Broadband Bosses

With frustration growing over the lack of adequate broadband on Bennetts Field Trading Estate, Wincanton Chamber brokered a meeting between representatives of affected businesses and those of the ongoing fibre rollout administration.

Multi-Million Pound Boost for Local Economy

Fri 7 Aug 2015
By James Tourgout
Multi-Million Pound Boost for Local Economy

An international food producer is set to boost the local economy after buying a £3.7m site at Wincanton Business Park, adding significant numbers of jobs and opportunities to the local supply chain.

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.

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