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Beyond Infinity: American Space Exploration Exhibition
5th July-4th January 2026
Venue: American Museum & Gardens
Address: Claverton Manor, Claverton Down, Bath
Discover the wonders of space at the new fantastic family exhibition. Exhibition features include a giant moon installation, amazing rocket and spacecraft models, games, facts, out-of-this-world stories...
Cheddar Junior Parkrun
26th August-23rd November 2025
Venue: Kings Fitness and Leisure
Address: Station Road, Cheddar, Somerset
A fun and friendly weekly 2K event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds) held every Sunday at 9am. Free but please register before you first go along. The aim is to have fun, so join in whatever your pace!
Christmas at West Somerset Railway
26th August-23rd November 2025
Venue: West Somerset Railway
The Minehead Station Christmas Market will take place on 29th and 30th November. Tickets are available in advance via the website. Their Carol Trains are held in the evenings of 13th and 20th December...
Scalextric at the Museum
26th August-23rd November 2025
Venue: Haynes Motor Museum
Address: Sparkford, Somerset
Get ready to put the pedal to the metal, Haynes Motor Museum is now home to an epic new Scalextric track. This isn’t just any track, it’s a one-of-a-kind, Somerset-themed masterpiece! Think you’ve...
Singing, Dance & Drama Lessons at Razzamataz Yeovil
26th August-23rd November 2025
Venue: Westfield Academy
The unique curriculum offers classes in dance, singing and acting and covers the commercial elements of street dance, screen acting and pop singing as well as traditional Broadway and West End musical...
A Christmas Classic Reimagined
This December, Taunton Brewhouse invites audiences to step into a world of festive wonder.
Upcycle your glass jars this winter
Try creating your own Mini Snow Globe Ornaments – a fun, imaginative craft that kids will love.
Your family guide to festive fun
Primary Times shares 12 ideas for happy holiday moments with the whole family.
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