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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. 
Food and Drink Events
Fish and Chips on a train! - WEST SOMERSET RAILWAY
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
The Quantock Belle Dining Train - West Somerset Railway
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
Cheese and Cider on a train! - West Somerset Railway
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
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
Taunton Flower Show
Enjoy a vibrant festival in Taunton surrounded by flowers View event
Somerset’s Inclusive Ball - Oake Manor
  • Thursday 2nd October 6:00pm until 11:00pm
AFTER POPULAR DEMAND… Oake Manor are proud to announce Somerset’s No.1 Inclusive Ball is back for not only 1.. BUT 2 NIGHTS THS YEAR! View event
Santa Sunday Lunch - Oake Manor
Oake Manor's Santa Special Sunday Lunches are so much fun, with amazing food, great service and SANTA in the building what more could you want! View event
Christmas Dinner at Fawlty Towers - Oake manor
  • Wednesday 17th December 7:00pm until 11:00pm
Join Basil, Sybil and Manuel for a hilarious seasonal celebration featuring favourite moments from the TV series with a special Christmas twist! View event
Christmas Murder Mystery Evening - Oake Manor
  • Thursday 18th December 7:00pm until 11:00pm
Simply sit and enjoy a 3 course gourmet meal while actors elude to the mystery around you. View event
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA - Oake Manor
  • Saturday 20th December 9:00am until 11:00am
Oake Manor have a special buffet breakfast with amazing food, great service and SANTA in the building what more could you want!! View event
CARVERY WITH SANTA - Oake Manor
  • Saturday 20th December 4:00pm until 7:00pm
Oake Manor have a special Saturday Carvery with amazing food, great service and SANTA in the building what more could you want!! View event
Boxing Day Carvery - Oake Manor
  • Friday 26th December 12:00pm until 2:00pm
Because who wants to cook the day after Christmas? Take away the hassle and stress just come out for Carvery with all the family! View event