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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
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
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 Most Perilous Comedie of Elizabeth I - The Museum of Somerset
  • Wednesday 3rd September 7:00pm until 9:00pm
Elizabethan theatre is thriving, and Queen Elizabeth takes centre stage in a Tudor musical packed with intrigue, rivalry, and laughter. Join the Museum of Somerset in the museum courtyard for a royally... View event
Taunton Town Tours: Civil War and Religion - The Museum of Somerset
  • Thursday 4th September 11:00am until 1:00pm
Take a tour of Taunton looking at the history of civil war and religion. View event
Silver Stage - Steam Engineman Course - West Somerset Railway
  • Friday 5th September 7:00am until 5:00pm
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
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
Focus Town Tour: Castle Green - The Museum of Somerset
  • Friday 12th September 1:00pm until 2:00pm
A fascinating and concise one hour tour with a focus on Castle Green in Taunton. 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
Bronze Steam Engineman Course
  • Thursday 18th September, 9:30am - Until Friday 19th September, 5:00pm
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
The Museum of Somerset 150th Birthday Tour
Celebrate The Museum of Somerset's 150th birthday on this bespoke tour highlighting some of the museum's most treasured objects. View event
Afternoon Tea Train - West Somerset Railway
  • Thursday 18th September 2:25pm until 5:55pm
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
Forties Event on the West Somerset Railway
Expect a weekend celebrating the sights and sounds of the 1940s, featuring lots of musical performances, costumed performers and a range of events happening at stations along the line. View event
Discovery Tours - Avalon Archaeology
  • Wednesday 24th September 12:00pm until 1:30pm
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
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
Murder Mystery Specials - West Somerset Railway
  • Saturday 27th September 7:00pm until 11:00pm
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
Focus Town Tour: The Parade - The Museum of Somerset
  • Thursday 2nd October 11:00am until 12:00pm
Explore the historical significance of the The Parade within Taunton. View event
Taunton Town Tours: Industrial Taunton - The Museum of Somerset
  • Friday 10th October 11:00am until 1:00pm
Take a tour of Taunton looking at the history of trade and industry. View event
Gold Stage - Steam Engineman Course - West Somerset Railway
  • Monday 13th October 7:00am until 5:00pm
Live the childhood dream with the Gold Stage Steam Engineman Course. This course can only be taken once the bronze stage steam engineman course has been completed. View event
The Ark of History:  Taunton Castle and Museum
  • Thursday 16th October 7:30am until 8:30am
Celebrate 150 years of The Museum of Somerset with this evening talk by Tom Mayberry exploring the museum's fascinating history. View event
Beyond Van Gogh - Westpoint Arena
Westpoint Exeter is set to host a stunning immersive show which brings the masterpieces of Vincent van Gogh thrillingly to life in one unforgettable cinematic multimedia experience. View event
Focus Town Tour: Bath Place - The Museum of Somerset
  • Saturday 18th October 11:00am until 12:00pm
Explore the historical significance of the Bath Place area of Taunton on this concise town tour. View event
Town Tours: Taunton on the Tone - The Museum of Somerset
  • Tuesday 21st October 11:00am until 1:00pm
A new tour focusing on the industrial and commercial heritage of the River Tone. View event
Focus Town Tour: Church Square - The Museum of Somerset
  • Thursday 30th October 11:00am until 12:00pm
Explore the historical significance of the Church Square area of Taunton on this concise town tour. View event
Burnham-On-Sea Carnival 2025
  • Monday 3rd November 6:30pm until 11:00pm
Watch dozens of dazzling illuminated floats parade through the streets of Burnham-On-Sea, this is an amazing spectacle! View event
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