Spotlight Events in Taunton and Bridgwater
Wellington Carnival
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Taunton's rich military and religious history makes it popular with tourists. Explore your hometown by visiting our site to learn what's on Taunton, from indoor cycling classes to the Sunday Carvery at Taunton and Pickeridge. Hestercombe Gardens often hosts fun events suitable for folks of all ages, and you can always find a good antique or boot sale in the area at least once a month. 

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Rover tickets - West somerset railway
Rover tickets - West somerset railway
01643 704996
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A rover ticket allows unlimited travel on their standard trains on your chosen date on a red, blue or yellow timetable date, these tickets are not valid for purple dates/special events. View event
The Lighter Side Exhibition
The Lighter Side Exhibition
  • Monday 6th January, 11:00am - Until Wednesday 31st December, 4:00pm
01823 413923
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A photographic journey through joy at Hestercombe Gardens. View event
Discovery Tours - Avalon Archaeology
Discovery Tours - Avalon Archaeology
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Explore archaeological reconstructions from prehistory to the medieval period. Discounted entry for green-travel options as part of the 'Step, Ride, Thrive' bus scheme. View event
The Quantock Belle Dining Train - West Somerset Railway
The Quantock Belle Dining Train - West Somerset Railway
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The service operates on the scenic West Somerset Railway between Bishops Lydeard (near Taunton) and Minehead, recreating that wonderful, nostalgic atmosphere of the great days of steam. View event
Life in the Era of Practical Magic - Somerset Rural Life Museum
Life in the Era of Practical Magic - Somerset Rural Life Museum
  • Thursday 12th June 7:30am until 8:30am
01458 831197
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Dr Tabitha Stanmore invites you to uncover the fascinating world of everyday magic that shaped rural society from the 14th to the 17th centuries. View event
Somerset County Cricket Club Men's 1st At Home Fixtures
Somerset County Cricket Club Men's 1st At Home Fixtures
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Find out about Somerset County Cricket Club's men's 1st teams upcoming at home fixtures View event
Fish and Chips on a train! - WEST SOMERSET RAILWAY
Fish and Chips on a train! - WEST SOMERSET RAILWAY
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Take the heritage service from Bishops Lydeard at 12:25 and meander through the Quantock Hills and along the coast behind a heritage locomotive taking in the breath-taking scenery whilst enjoying your... View event
Silver Stage - Steam Engineman Course - West Somerset Railway
Silver Stage - Steam Engineman Course - West Somerset Railway
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Live the childhood dream with the Silver Stage Steam Engineman Course. This course can only be taken once the bronze stage steam engineman course has been completed. View event
Somerset County Cricket Club Womens At Home Fixtures
Somerset County Cricket Club Womens At Home Fixtures
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Find out about Somerset County Cricket Club's Women's teams upcoming fixtures View event
Strength and Resilience - The Museum of Somerset
Strength and Resilience - The Museum of Somerset
  • Friday 13th June 2:30pm until 3:30pm
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Hear the stories of spys, drivers, photographers and peace campaigners in this talk to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day. View event
Chard Saturday Street Market
Chard Saturday Street Market
01460 239567
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Chard Outdoor Saturday Street Market @ Fore Street Chard View event
Antique & Collectors Fair
Antique & Collectors Fair
01749 822200
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Unique finds, retro collectables and a vast variety of vintage items make this the West Country's premier antiques event. View event
Wellington Midsummer Fayre
Wellington Midsummer Fayre
  • Saturday 14th June 10:00am until 3:00pm
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The Midsummer Fayre is a one-day festival that takes place annually on the second Saturday in June around Wellington’s Market Square, All Saints Church and Market Hall. View event
Saturday Art Club - The Brewhouse
Saturday Art Club - The Brewhouse
  • Saturday 14th June 10:00am until 11:30am
01823 283244
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This regular art club offers a creative space for young people to explore a wide range of visual art styles and topics. View event
Murder Mystery Specials - West Somerset Railway
Murder Mystery Specials - West Somerset Railway
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Do you see yourself as Miss Marple, Hercule Poirot or Sherlock Holmes? Well, the West Somerset Railway's Murder Mystery season is a must for all you amateur crime fighters! View event
2nd2None Driving School - The Bath and West Showground
2nd2None Driving School - The Bath and West Showground
  • Sunday 15th June 10:00am until 3:00pm
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Get behind the wheel from just 10 years of age and experience the thrill of learning to drive with our team of DVSA approved driving instructors. View event
Somerset County Cricket Club Men's 2nd At Home Fixtures
Somerset County Cricket Club Men's 2nd At Home Fixtures
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Find out about Somerset County Cricket Club's Men's 2ndupcoming fixtures View event
Prehistoric Paints and Pigments - Avalon Archaeology
Prehistoric Paints and Pigments - Avalon Archaeology
  • Tuesday 17th June 10:00am until 4:00pm
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Join Caroline Nicolay for a unique workshop dedicated to painting the newly-reconstructed Iron Age roundhouse. View event
Bronze Steam Engineman Course
Bronze Steam Engineman Course
  • Thursday 19th June, 9:30am - Until Friday 20th June, 5:00pm + More Dates
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Join the team on the footplate and live the childhood dream! Shovel coal into the firebox, blow the whistle, open the regulator and feel the power! View event
Home Education - Avalon Archaeology
Home Education - Avalon Archaeology
  • Thursday 19th June 11:00am until 1:30pm
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A hands-on session, for children being home educated, to learn about the Iron Age, the Romans, the Anglo Saxons and the Vikings. View event
Town Tours: Taunton on the Tone - The Museum of Somerset
Town Tours: Taunton on the Tone - The Museum of Somerset
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A new tour focusing on the industrial and commercial heritage of the River Tone. View event
Tractored by Beetles - Somerset Rural Life Museum
Tractored by Beetles - Somerset Rural Life Museum
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In this exhibition six artists display works inspired by Poet Laureate Simon Armitage's poem 'Fugitives' dedicated to the National Landscapes of the UK. View event
TEST FEST 2025
TEST FEST 2025
  • Saturday 21st June 11:00am until 11:30pm
0117 325 9686
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Family Friendly Music Festival showcasing Grassroots music in Taunton Somerset View event
BHP Fuel Fest - Westpoint Exeter
BHP Fuel Fest - Westpoint Exeter
  • Sunday 22nd June 10:00am until 5:00pm
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BHP Fuel Fest features performance and modified cars and motorcycles, live demonstrations, Indoor and outdoor vehicle displays, children’s entertainment, food village, and trade stands. View event
Afternoon Tea Train - West Somerset Railway
Afternoon Tea Train - West Somerset Railway
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Watch the Somerset Coast and Quantock Hills roll by as you enjoy a delicious afternoon tea provided by our Quantock Belle Chef, Sam le Roux. View event
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