Spotlight Events in Taunton and Bridgwater
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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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Taunton and Bridgwater Events
OLIVER! - Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre
From The SPACE Company, and following the sellout successes of Grease and Everybody’s Talking About Jamie… A fresh, high-energy revival of Oliver!—the beloved musical packed with unforgettable tunes... View event
West Country Business Show - Westpoint Exeter
  • Friday 18th July 10:00am until 4:00pm
A gathering of businesses in the South West of England coming together to collaborate and network towards success View event
Focus Town Tour: Castle Green - The Museum of Somerset
A fascinating and concise one hour tour with a focus on Castle Green in Taunton. View event
The Godney Gathering
  • Friday 18th July, 6:00pm
    Until Saturday 19th July, 11:59pm
The Godney Gathering – Their remarkable micro festival that has swiftly become a standout experience, earning rave reviews both locally and nationally. View event
Viking Invasion - Avalon Archaeology
  • Saturday 19th July 10:00am until 4:00pm
Join Avalon Archaeology for a Viking Invasion as we play host to the Viking reenactors Draca Beorder. View event
Focus Town Tour: The Parade - The Museum of Somerset
Explore the historical significance of the The Parade within Taunton. View event
Discovery Tours - Avalon Archaeology
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
Afternoon Tea Train - West Somerset Railway
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
VOULEZ VOUS - Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre
  • Friday 25th July 7:30pm until 9:40pm
The official and original Voulez Vous Production performing the hits of ABBA! Masters of the ABBA scene! Recreating all of the smash hits including Take A Chance, Dancing Queen, S.O.S., Gimme Gimme, Fernando,... View event
Taunton Town Tours: Industrial Taunton - The Museum of Somerset
Take a tour of Taunton looking at the history of trade and industry. View event
Murder Mystery Specials - West Somerset Railway
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
Heritage, music and arts festival - Chard Museum
Join Chard Museum for their Chard heritage, music and arts festival View event
Tauntons Vintage & Salvage Fair 2025
  • Sunday 27th July 10:00am until 3:00pm
A range of stalls selling some great items View event
Focus Town Tour: Bath Place - The Museum of Somerset
Explore the historical significance of the Bath Place area of Taunton on this concise town tour. View event
Paignton Dog Show - Westpoint Arena
The Paignton Dog Show is back at Westpoint from Friday 1st August – Sunday 3rd August 2025! View event
Taunton Flower Show
Enjoy a vibrant festival in Taunton surrounded by flowers View event
Valley Fest – Bristol’s Lakeside Food and Music Festival
  • Friday 1st August, 12:00pm
    Until Tuesday 5th August, 12:00pm
Valley Fest is the best-tasting music festival in the South West. The weekend is perfect for first-time festival goers as well as families of all ages. View event
Focus Town Tour: Church Square - The Museum of Somerset
Explore the historical significance of the Church Square area of Taunton on this concise town tour. View event
The Police 3.0 (A Tribute To Sting & The Police)
  • Friday 1st August 7:00pm until 11:00pm
Professional trio bringing The Police & Sting’s greatest hits to life, we deliver high-energy performances that capture the essence of these timeless classics. View event
Taunton Town Tours: Civil War and Religion - The Museum of Somerset
Take a tour of Taunton looking at the history of civil war and religion. View event
SOMERROCK IS COMING!
  • Friday 8th August
    Until Saturday 9th August
Bridgwater's biggest festival - SomerRock Festival is a family friendly event over a Friday and Saturday in August. View event
Somerset County Cricket Club One Day Cup Home Games!
Find out about Somerset County Cricket Club's One Day Cup upcoming at home fixtures View event
The Inflatable 5K - Westpoint Arena
  • Saturday 9th August 9:00am until 2:30pm
Get ready to jump, bounce, slide and swing through the World’s BIGGEST and CRAZIEST Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course! View event
Bronze Steam Engineman Course
  • Thursday 14th August, 9:30am
    Until Friday 15th August, 5:00pm + More Dates
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
Night At The Museum - Chard museum
CineChard HQ have not one, but two exciting events confirmed for August … On Friday 15th they have their first collaborative family venture with Chard Museum, when they'll have two screenings (a matinee... View event
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