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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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
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
Chard Saturday Street Market
Chard Saturday Street Market
01460 239567
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Chard Outdoor Saturday Street Market @ Fore Street Chard View event
Tractored by Beetles - Somerset Rural Life Museum
Tractored by Beetles - Somerset Rural Life Museum
01458 831197
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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
Taunton Independent Market
Taunton Independent Market
07804 283767
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The Taunton Independent Market is an unmissable destination street market launched in March 2020, showcasing over 75 of the South West’s best artisan traders of food and drink, crafts, gifts, homewares,... View event
Cheese and Cider on a train! - West Somerset Railway
Cheese and Cider on a train! - West Somerset Railway
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West Somerset Railway are offering journeys from Bishops Lydeard to Minehead with Cheese and Cider on your outward journey and a cream tea on your return. View event
The Care & Occupational Therapy Show - Westpoint Exeter
The Care & Occupational Therapy Show - Westpoint Exeter
  • Wednesday 16th July 10:00am until 5:00pm
01392 796620
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Inspired Motive is proud to be hosting the Care & Occupational Therapy Show 2025 at Westpoint Exeter on July 16th 2025. View event
Somerset County Cricket Club Womens At Home Fixtures
Somerset County Cricket Club Womens At Home Fixtures
01823 425301
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Find out about Somerset County Cricket Club's Women's teams upcoming fixtures View event
OLIVER! - Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre
OLIVER! - Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre
01823 414141
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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
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
West Country Business Show - Westpoint Exeter
West Country Business Show - Westpoint Exeter
  • Friday 18th July 10:00am until 4:00pm
020 3334 9900
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A gathering of businesses in the South West of England coming together to collaborate and network towards success 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
Focus Town Tour: Castle Green - The Museum of Somerset
Focus Town Tour: Castle Green - The Museum of Somerset
01823 255088
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A fascinating and concise one hour tour with a focus on Castle Green in Taunton. View event
The Godney Gathering
The Godney Gathering
  • Friday 18th July, 6:00pm - Until Saturday 19th July, 11:59pm
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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
Viking Invasion - Avalon Archaeology
  • Saturday 19th July 10:00am until 4:00pm
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Join Avalon Archaeology for a Viking Invasion as we play host to the Viking reenactors Draca Beorder. 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
Focus Town Tour: The Parade - The Museum of Somerset
Focus Town Tour: The Parade - The Museum of Somerset
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Explore the historical significance of the The Parade within Taunton. 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
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
VOULEZ VOUS - Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre
VOULEZ VOUS - Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre
  • Friday 25th July 7:30pm until 9:40pm
01823 414141
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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
Taunton Town Tours: Industrial Taunton - The Museum of Somerset
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Take a tour of Taunton looking at the history of trade and industry. 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
Heritage, music and arts festival - Chard Museum
Heritage, music and arts festival - Chard Museum
01460 65091
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Join Chard Museum for their Chard heritage, music and arts festival View event
Tauntons Vintage & Salvage Fair 2025
Tauntons Vintage & Salvage Fair 2025
  • Sunday 27th July 10:00am until 3:00pm
07552 237465
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Focus Town Tour: Bath Place - The Museum of Somerset
Focus Town Tour: Bath Place - The Museum of Somerset
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Explore the historical significance of the Bath Place area of Taunton on this concise town tour. View event
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