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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. 
Tourism Events
Rover tickets - West somerset railway
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
Life in the Era of Practical Magic - Somerset Rural Life Museum
  • Thursday 12th June 7:30am until 8:30am
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
Silver Stage - Steam Engineman Course - West Somerset Railway
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
Strength and Resilience - The Museum of Somerset
  • Friday 13th June 2:30pm until 3:30pm
Hear the stories of spys, drivers, photographers and peace campaigners in this talk to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day. View event
Antique & Collectors Fair
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
  • Saturday 14th June 10:00am until 3:00pm
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
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
Prehistoric Paints and Pigments - Avalon Archaeology
  • Tuesday 17th June 10:00am until 4:00pm
Join Caroline Nicolay for a unique workshop dedicated to painting the newly-reconstructed Iron Age roundhouse. View event
Bronze Steam Engineman Course
  • Thursday 19th June, 9:30am - Until Friday 20th June, 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
Home Education - Avalon Archaeology
  • Thursday 19th June 11:00am until 1:30pm
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
A new tour focusing on the industrial and commercial heritage of the River Tone. View event
Tractored by Beetles - Somerset Rural Life Museum
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
Remembering the  Monmouth Rebellion - The Museum of Somerset
  • Wednesday 2nd July 7:30pm until 8:30pm
Discover more about the exhibition 'After Sedgemoor' with historian and co-curator Tom Mayberry. View event
Rebellion! - The Museum of Somerset
Two days of rebellious discovery to mark the 340th anniversary of the Battle of Sedgemoor. View event
Steam Engineman Taster Courses - West Somerset Railway
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
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
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
Taunton Town Tours: Industrial Taunton - The Museum of Somerset
Take a tour of Taunton looking at the history of trade and industry. View event
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