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Launching ANVIL – Something rather different UPDATED
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ANVIL is a structured discussion group which aims to hammer away at some of the serious issues, (ethical, political, religious, cultural, social, environmental) that face us and keep on resurfacing. Join the discussion.
Adventurer Helen Lloyd Shares Her Experiences at the Half Moon
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Bestselling author and global adventurer Helen Lloyd has cycled the length of Africa unassisted, and attempts her toughest challenge yet this winter - cycling across Eastern Siberia. Helen shares her experiences on 28th December at the Half Moon Inn, Horsington.
Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza 2013 – Another Great Success
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As in previous years, many people turned out on Friday 6th December to enjoy Wincanton's annual Christmas Extravaganza, with entertainment, late night shopping and carols around the Market Square Christmas tree. View our photo gallery.
Wassailing at Yarlington - A Fun Family Evening
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Brue Valley Rotary club is again holding their Wassail event at Yarlington on the 17th January 2014. This is a well attended, free event which allows us to collect much needed funds for Wincanton Hospital and other Rotary charities.
What in the World Made Me Choose You?
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Find out the REAL reasons we choose our partners, who we are attracted to and why. Come along to Holbrook House on Monday 26th November at 7.30pm and discover the answers to troubling questions about the mystery we call love.
Christmas Extravaganza 2013 – Get it in Your Diary!
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Less than a month to go until this year's Christmas Extravaganza on Friday 6th December. Preparations are now well under way so make sure you put this event in your diary.
BearCat Collective at the Balsam Centre - Sunday 22nd September
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Roll up! Come and perform! The BearCat Collective are bringing their pop-up fete with artists and musicians for a fun family event to celebrate World Peace Day on Sunday 22nd September. Free entry.
Wincanton Community Hospital Summer Fete
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The work of the Friends of Wincanton Community Hospital has brought many improvements to hospital buildings, medical equipment and the comfort of patients. Join them on Saturday 13th July for their Summer fete and help to raise more money for the good of the hospital.
Grand Summer Fair in Cucklington
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Arthur Morison Hall in Cucklington is hosting its annual Summer Fair and fun dog show on Saturday 29thJune. This annual event is always great fun for all, including children. Come along and enjoy this great afternoon out, even if it's raining - we have a large village hall!
Talk in St Johns Church, Horsington: "Jerusalem & Palestine"
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Sir Anthony Goodenough will talk on Jerusalem and Palestine and the work of the St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital in St John's Church, Horsington on Friday 24th May at 7.30pm.
Somerset Wildlife Trust Talk: 'The Hunt for the Stourhead Dormouse'
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The Somerset Wildlife Trust South East Area Group's final illustrated talk of the season takes place on Tuesday 7 May at Caryford Hall, Ansford. Come and learn about the dormouse and the hunt for these enchanting creatures at Stourhead.
General Sir Richard McCreery - The Last Great Cavalryman
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Author Richard Mead will talk about his book "Cavalry General", describing the distinguished military career of General Sir Richard McCreery. The talk takes place at St John's Church, Horsington, on Sunday 10th March.
Somerset Wildlife Trust Talk: Wildlife Highlights in Botswana
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The Somerset Wildlife Trust's South East Area Group is holding its next illustrated talk on Tuesday 5th March. The subject is 'Wildlife Highlights in Botswana' by Stephanie Tyler and will take place at Caryford Community Hall.
Photos of Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza 2012 UPDATED
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Photos and write up of 2012's Christmas Extravaganza, an amazing night with a mix of shopping, carols, music and dance. Add your own photos to the gallery by sending them to the Editor.
Brue Valley Rotary Club Will Be Wassailing Again!
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Join the Brue Valley Rotary Club at the Stags Head Yarlington on Tuesday 17th January for another evening of Wassailing! There's music and dance with Jubilee Morris Men and the traditional Wassail ceremony. It's free and all are welcome.
The Big Night! Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza - Friday 7th December
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All the hard work and planning culminates in an evening of fun and shopping this Friday evening, 7th December. Read on for a run-down of the evening and a link to the 'What’s On' leaflet!
Somerset Wildlife Trust Talk - A Seasonal Look at British Wildlife
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On Tuesday 4th December the Somerset Wildlife Trust is giving a talk entitled 'British Wildlife in Autumn and Winter' at Caryford Hall, Ansford. The talk is a seasonal look at British wildlife with photographer and wildlife writer David Kjaer.
Scouts Group Christmas Bazaar - 1st December 2012
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The 1st Wincanton Scouts Group is holding their Christmas Bazaar on Saturday 1st December. So just pop along to the Wincanton Memorial Hall at 10.00am for a quiet coffee and a biscuit, and browse around our many stalls.
T'was the Night Before Hogswatch…
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This weekend fans of Terry Pratchett descend on Wincanton High Street for the Discworld Emporium's Hogswatch celebrations on the tenth anniversary of the official twinning between Wincanton and Ankh-Morpork. Join in the fun and celebrate our town's unique literary link.
Hft (Home Farm Trust) Christmas Fair - Saturday 24th November 2012
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The annual hft Christmas Fair takes place at Wincanton Memorial Hall, 10.00am to 1.30pm. Come and shop at our wonderful stalls including our famous delicatessen, cakes and children's toys and clothes, and help this charity support people with learning disabilities.
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