Learning, Education Events
- Thursday 18th September, 9:30am - Until Friday 19th September, 5:00pm
West Somerset Railway, The Railway Station, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5BG
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!
- Thursday 18th September 10:00am until 3:00pm
The Roman Baths, Abbey Church Yard, Bath, BA1 1LZ
Enjoy a tour of the Roman Baths Local History Store during Heritage Open Days.
- Thursday 18th September 11:00am until 5:00pm + More Dates
The Museum of Somerset, Taunton Castle Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4AA
Celebrate The Museum of Somerset's 150th birthday on this bespoke tour highlighting some of the museum's most treasured objects.
- Wednesday 24th September 12:00pm until 1:30pm
Avalon Archaeology, Avalon Marshes Centre, Shapwick Road, Westhay, BA6 9TT
Explore archaeological reconstructions from prehistory to the medieval period. Discounted entry for green-travel options as part of the 'Step, Ride, Thrive' bus scheme.
- Friday 26th September 9:15am until 1:15pm + More Dates
West Somerset Railway, The Railway Station, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5BG
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!
- Saturday 27th September 9:30am until 6:00pm
Somerset Rural Life Museum, Chilkwell Street, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8DB
Join willow artist, Sarah LeBreton, for a workshop using ancient English techniques to weave your own willow basket.
- Thursday 2nd October 11:00am until 12:00pm
The Museum of Somerset, Taunton Castle Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4AA
Explore the historical significance of the The Parade within Taunton.
- Friday 10th October 11:00am until 1:00pm
The Museum of Somerset, Taunton Castle Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4AA
Take a tour of Taunton looking at the history of trade and industry.
- Sunday 12th October 2:00pm until 3:30pm
Westmill Wind Farm & Solar Park, B4508, Watchfield, Swindon, SN6 8TH
**PLEASE NOTE: You must BOOK IN ADVANCE for this one-off event. This allows us to plan for capacity and guards against turning unbooked visitors away on the day. Please follow the "Visit our website" link...
- Monday 13th October 7:00am until 5:00pm
West Somerset Railway, The Railway Station, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5BG
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.
- Wednesday 15th October 10:00am until 4:30pm + More Dates
Westpoint Arena, Clyst St Mary, Exeter, EX5 1DJ
Experience the story of the Titanic as you’ve never before. Trace its journey from the Harland and Wolff shipyard in Belfast, through its fateful voyage and sinking, to its rediscovery at the bottom of...
- Thursday 16th October 7:30am until 8:30am
The Museum of Somerset, Taunton Castle Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4AA
Celebrate 150 years of The Museum of Somerset with this evening talk by Tom Mayberry exploring the museum's fascinating history.
- Thursday 16th October 10:00am until 7:30pm + More Dates
Westpoint Arena, Clyst St Mary, Exeter, EX5 1DJ
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.
- Saturday 18th October 11:00am until 12:00pm
The Museum of Somerset, Taunton Castle Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4AA
Explore the historical significance of the Bath Place area of Taunton on this concise town tour.
- Tuesday 21st October 11:00am until 1:00pm
The Museum of Somerset, Taunton Castle Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4AA
A new tour focusing on the industrial and commercial heritage of the River Tone.
- Tuesday 28th October 9:00am until 5:00pm + More Dates
The Museum of Somerset, Taunton Castle Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4AA
Celebrate the museum's 150th birthday by making a party hat and bag. Follow the new 'My Favourite Things' trail and fill up your party bag with creations inspired by the collections.
- Thursday 30th October 11:00am until 12:00pm
The Museum of Somerset, Taunton Castle Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4AA
Explore the historical significance of the Church Square area of Taunton on this concise town tour.
- Friday 7th November 7:30pm until 8:30pm
Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre, School Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8PD
This is a journey through the astonishing highs and lows of one of Britain’s most famous men from history. But there’s so much you don’t know…
- Saturday 8th November 9:30am until 5:00pm
The Royal Bath & West Society, The Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 6QN
A Road Safety Revolution - Driving lessons for 10-17 year olds in Somerset!
- Sunday 9th November 1:00pm until 3:00pm
The Museum of Somerset, Taunton Castle Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4AA
A volunteer-led walking tour of Taunton Town in remembrance of both World Wars
- Saturday 31st January 9:00am until 11:00am + More Dates
The Tank Museum, Bovington, Dorset, , BH20 6JG
A quiet morning aimed at anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to The Tank Museum. Quiet mornings will be on offer on three occasions in 2026. From 0900-1100 all sounds, and interactives will be turned...
- Monday 16th March 9:30am until 3:00pm + More Dates
Westpoint Arena, Clyst St Mary, Exeter, EX5 1DJ
Speak to experts to help you decide on your next steps
Come and see the regional exhibition in Exeter. At a UCAS Discovery event, you can discover all your options under one roof. they can help you find...
- Thursday 26th March 10:00am until 5:00pm + More Dates
Westpoint Arena, Clyst St Mary, Exeter, EX5 1DJ
The show is packed full of crafting displays, demonstrations, lectures, workshops, make & takes, and a large selection of fantastic retailers.
- Friday 26th June 8:30am until 6:00pm + More Dates
The Tank Museum, Bovington, Dorset, BH20 6JG
The world’s best display of historic moving armour returns for three explosive days in June!