English Heritage sites near Wincanton Parish
SHERBORNE OLD CASTLE
8 miles from Wincanton Parish
Built on a grand scale in the 12th century by the Bishop of Salisbury, Sherborne was coveted by churchmen and noblemen alike giving it a long, chequered history. Picnic, shop, light refreshments.
FIDDLEFORD MANOR
10 miles from Wincanton Parish
The principal parts of a small stone manor house, probably begun about 1370 for William Latimer, Sheriff of Somerset and Dorset. The hall and solar chamber display outstandingly fine timber roofs.
NUNNEY CASTLE
12 miles from Wincanton Parish
Picturesque moated castle built in the 1370s. Held for the King during the Civil War, falling to Parliamentarian cannon in 1645: the gun-damaged wall finally collapsing on Christmas Day 1910.
OLD WARDOUR CASTLE
13 miles from Wincanton Parish
Set in landscaped grounds beside a lake in peaceful Wiltshire countryside, these 14th century ruins provide a relaxed, romantic day out for couples, families and budding historians alike.
GLASTONBURY TRIBUNAL
16 miles from Wincanton Parish
Fine, late 15th century stone townhouse, early Tudor façade and panelled interiors. Home to Glastonbury Lake Village Museum: discover life 2000 years ago when much of Somerset consisted of marshy sea.
MUCHELNEY ABBEY
18 miles from Wincanton Parish
Once a wealthy Benedictine house, Muchelney’s main buildings were demolished by Henry VIII in 1538. See the richly decorated cloister walk and thatched monks’ lavatory – the only one in Britain.
Churches in Wincanton Parish
St Peter & St Paul
Wincanton
(01963) 824503
https://www.wincantonparishchurch.co.uk
We are complying with the Church and Government guidance and with a risk assessment in place - if you visit please adhere to this guidance for your own safety and the safety of others.
Rev Alison Way, our Rector, can be contacted on 01963 33151 or 07515 958988 or [email protected]. Our Administrator, Rachel Feltham can be contacted on 01963 824503 at The Parish Office, 38 High Street, Wincanton BA9 9JF on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9:15am-1:15pm.
Rachel Feltham - Parish Administrator ‘s email: [email protected]
For more information on St Peter & St Paul's Church visit our website: www.wincantonparishchurch.co.uk
"Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength… Love your neighbour as yourself. There is no commandment greater than these".
We take the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults very seriously. Any concerns on these matters should be raised in the first instance with the Safeguarding Officer Janet Lowe , Tel: 01963 34965.
We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies. The Diocese of Bath & Wells's safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser, Glenys Armstrong, [email protected], Tel 01749 685135.
If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
If necessary please report the matter to Somerset County Council Social Services, tel 0300 123 2224. Alternatively if you have concerns about a child or young person you may contact Childline on 0800 1111. If there is immediate risk or danger please contact the police by dialling 999.
Pubs in Wincanton Parish
Bear Inn
The Bear Inn is a Grade II listed historic coaching inn, re-built in 1720, located conveniently in Wincanton town centre just a short distance from the A303. With a real log fire, a large customer car park, and a large function room / skit...
Dolphin
High Street, Wincanton, BA9 9JF
(01963) 32215
thedolphinhotelwincanton.com/
Millers Inn
Situated opposite the parish church this pub has a large skittle alley / function room, a pool room and a decked patio overlooking the car park. Live music or Karaoke most Saturday nights. Large skittle alley doubles as a function room.
Nog Inn
South Street, Wincanton, BA9 9DL
(01963) 32998
thenoginn.com
Red Lion
Red Lion, Wincanton
Uncle Toms Cabin
This thatched pub at the top of the town is the oldest pub in Wincanton consisting of two rooms and patio area. Occasional live music and/or kareoke. Reputed to be haunted, the pub sign pays homage to novelist Sir Terry Pratchett who freque...
White Horse
The White Horse was built in 1655, The front bar has two T.V. screens for watching sport.The back bar has gaming machines, dart boards and two pool tables . plans to covert to 14 homes 2020