Corsham too strong for Wellington

WELLINGTON went down to defeat in Wiltshire for the second successive Saturday as they lost 3-0 away to Corsham Town over the weekend.  While they were controversially beaten 2-1 at Bradford Town the previous weekend – losing to a disputed penalty – this time the margin of defeat was more comprehensive.Wellington started brightly with Corey …

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Wellington scramble last-minute win

This was a match which the home side were in danger of letting slip after reaching a healthy 20 – 3 lead early in the second half. The Chiefs rang the changes to their squad, having an eye on the following days Somerset Cup fixture against high flying neighbours North Petherton, but they were still …

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Lewis goal keeps WAFC unbeaten

Wellington’s footnballers extended their unbeaten run to three matches thanks to a 1-1 draw with Almondsbury UWE. And although they were unable to complete a hat-trick of victories, they will have been heartened to have moved another place away from the foot of the table – leapfrogging Warminster who lost 3-1 at home to Bradford …

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Cardio tennis comes to our town

Feeling flat and flabby after the long, dark winter? In need of a quick work-out to get you going for spring? If so, Cardio Tennis may be just what you need! Introduced by the Lawn Tennis Association in partnership with the Tennis Foundation, Cardio Tennis is a new and box-fresh exercise programme which requires no …

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Try fencing starts this week

Would you like to try fencing – an exciting and dynamic sport that keeps both the body and brain fit? Wellington Swords fencing club will be running three beginner’s courses at the Princess Royal Sports Centre starting on February18. Fencing is a dynamic, fun and exciting sport; simple and cheap to start and keeps both …

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Wellington 2-goal win at Calne

WELLINGTON climbed another place from the bottom of the Toolstation division one table courtesy of an excellent 2-0 victory at Calne Town on Saturday. It ended a run of three successive away defeats and was richly deserved after a superb all-round team display. Neither side created a clear-cut chance in the goalless first half on …

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See-saw match goes to Penryn

Wellington made the long journey west to the Cornish port of Penryn for a tough match. Penryn let Wellington run up a ten-point lead before they woke up. Mark Nichols scored a try straight from the kick-off which was time at 14 seconds by a Penryn supporter. This was followed by a Mike Brewer try …

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Wellington win for three-in-a-row

WELLINGTON climbed back out of the first division relegation zone with their third successive win at the Playing Field today – beating Welton Rovers 3-1. Despite the heavy pitch, it was an entertaining game and Wellington can be well pleased with three valuable points as they moved towards safety – with games in hand on …

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Last-gasp win for Wellington

Mark Nichols won this exciting game for Wellington by kicking an injury-time penalty. It ended a splendid fight-back by the home side who trailed 26pts to 15 at one stage in the second half. Wellington led 15-14 at the interval following tries by Chris Kitto and Nichols who also kicked a penalty and conversion. Sam …

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Junior cricketers begin warm-up

Wellington Cricket Club has started the fourth edition of their popular and successful winter coaching programme for young players in the past fortnight and already attendances are at the level they have been in previous seasons. The Club runs three sessions – each one hour in length – on Friday evenings at Court Fields Community …

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Three tries give Welly sound win

Honiton 6 – Wellington 22 Two tries in the last ten minutes gave Wellington’s win a somewhat flattering appearance.Honiton still can’t score the tries they need to play their way out of trouble in the division, but are hard to break down. Possession was 50-50, but Honiton didn’t seem to have the finishing touches. Chris …

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