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A Summary of the Town Council Meeting to Discuss Parking
On Monday 24th February, residents and business owners attended a meeting of Wincanton Town Council, with particular interest in a discussion about parking in the Town Centre. This is a record, as I understand it, of the options presented.
Parking Meters in Wincanton – The Debate Continues
The next Wincanton Town Council meeting this Monday, 24th February will see 'Parking' back on the agenda. Arguments may be put forward in favour of introducing parking meters after all. Come to the meeting and help our Councillors make the right decision!
Pooches – Enrol your humans in poop-scoop school!
It's a serious matter to be in control of a human. They need to be treated with gentleness, but with a firm hand. They must be trained to look after the environment and not leave toxic waste on the local footpaths.
Completing our family tree unearthed historic Wincanton
I became interested in the history of Wincanton after researching my family and found myself living in the same town my ancestors lived in 150 years before. Now a new Facebook page shares the wonderful local history unearthed by my research.
Wincanton – Inspiring Lovers of Unconventional Art?
In this tongue-in-cheek look at Wincanton from a top art correspondent's point of view, we're reminded that some areas of Wincanton are, perhaps, more appealing to those with an alternative view on beauty.
Castle Cary Bridge is Open... But What's the Cost?
The bridge over the railway at Castle Cary is open and traffic is flowing again. But with the lengthy repairs now set to become a bad memory, some local businesses are starting to calculate the cost to their livelihoods.
Predicted Storm Leaves Wincanton Largely Unscathed
After dire warnings of potential hurricane strength winds, Wincanton fared considerably better than other areas, with the exception of the downfall of a tree and power line in Common Lane/Common Road, which brought about a short road closure for repairs.
David Warburton Presses Network Rail on Reopening of Ansford Bridge
David Warburton, the Conservative parliamentary candidate for Somerton and Frome, spoke to Patrick McLoughlin MP, the Transport Secretary recently and urged Network Rail to clarify their proposed timing of the reopening the A371 at Ansford Bridge in Castle Cary.
Planning Control and its Effects on Wincanton UPDATE
Our government recently stated it wished to relax planning control, in some aspects, in an attempt to revitalise and assist the building industry, but is this the correct approach and how will this affect Wincanton?
The View from Bayford Hill
The view from Bayford Hill, once covering the whole Blackmore Vale, has been obscured by a metal security fence now covered in brambles for years. When are we going to get it back?
Bridge Over the A303 - Six Week Closure from 8th July
For months we have all experienced the temporary traffic lights and lane restriction on the A303 Bridge when driving to all points West. Work on the bridge will commence on 8th July and will involve a six-week closure and disruptive diversions.
Castle Cary Bridge Repairs by Network Rail
Network Rail is due to commence extensive bridge repair work on the railway bridge at Castle Cary as of 8th July. This will take place over a period of 19 weeks and the planned diversion will cause considerable disruption.
Plans to Transform Wincanton Recreation Ground & Public Spaces
A working party led by Town Council members reveal radical plans to transform the Recreation Ground and play area. View the plans right here!
The Forgotten History of Wincanton's Market Place
If we care to scratch beneath the surface of Wincanton's Market Place, we may be surprised by the historical secrets we unearth in the seemingly mundane objects we walk by every day.
Wincanton Recreation Ground Renovation - Public Consultation
Have your say on the draft plans to renovate the Recreation Ground. The plans can be viewed at the David Sharp Centre on Thursday 6th June. Come along let us know what you think.
New Mini-Roundabout at the Bottom of South Street
The current boom in road works throughout the area is clearly the effect of the worst winter in many years. I've unearthed some useful information about the road works at the junction of Southgate Road, Station Road and Moor Lane.
Calling all Community Activists!
Do you live in Wincanton, Castle Cary, Bruton and surrounding areas? Are you looking for a volunteering opportunity? Do you want to improve your skills and employment prospects? This event on Thursday 21st March will be of interest to you.
Wincanton Resident is Astonished by Car Park Parking Fine
Was it just my car or did anyone else get a parking fine last week whilst parked in Churchfields Car Park? Are local parking enforcement officers overlooking Wincanton's "free parking" status?
Children Lead by Example in Local Litter Pick-Up
With the River Cale running dangerously high and fast on Sunday 13th January, the planned river clearance was postponed. Instead, we decided to take eight children (including our own) on a litter pick of streets local to our houses.
The Great Blizzard of January 2013 UPDATED
When the snow falls there are good times, and bad times. People get out on their sledges, build interesting things and crash their lorries. And there's usually a camera knocking about…
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