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Adventures in Time and Space – 60 Years of Doctor Who Art Exhibition

21st October-13th April 2024

Venue: Weston Museum

Address: Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

Website: westonmuseum.org/event/adventures-in-time-and-space-60-years-of-doctor-who-art-exhibition-10/2024-03-21/

Weston Museum is all set to take you on a nostalgia-filled ride. Celebrating the show’s whopping six decades of wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey greatness, this exhibition promises to be a treat for all those...

Big Views of Tiny Creatures Exhibition

15th March-14th April 2024

Venue: Bampfylde Hall

Address: Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton, Somerset

Website: www.hestercombe.com/whats-on/big-views-of-tiny-creatures-exhibition

Visit for the free new minibeast exhibition, 'Big Views of Tiny Creatures', by David Spears in Bampfylde Hall. The event will showcase a collection of up close and personal images of a variety of minibeasts....

Outdoor Events

Ugly Bug Ball Trail

15th March-2nd June 2024

Venue: Hestercombe Gardens

Address: Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton, Somerset

Website: www.hestercombe.com/whats-on/ugly-bug-ball-trail

Visit for this fun trail! Explore the new trail around Rook Wood to discover interactive magnetic images of some of their favourite minibeasts from the 'Big Views of Tiny Creatures' exhibition - with a...

Easter

Easter at Hestercombe

23rd March-14th April 2024

Venue: Hestercombe Gardens

Address: Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton, Somerset

Website: www.hestercombe.com/whats-on/easter

Visit over the Easter holidays for spring flowers, a family garden trail, egg hunt and fun family activities! Simply purchase standard garden admission (free for members) and drop-in at the right time....

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Easter Egg Hunt at Prior Park

23rd March-1st April 2024

Venue: Prior Park Landscape Garden

Address: Bath, Somerset

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/bath-bristol/prior-park-landscape-garden/events/bed6575d-2279-4ebc-aa2d-2e84345413a8

Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. Start by painting your face with a fresh spring design, bring your friends and race in wheelbarrows or slow it down...

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Montacute House Easter Egg Hunt

23rd March-7th April 2024

Venue: Montacute House

Address: Montacute

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/somerset/montacute-house/events/c8641ade-ce54-49d6-b82d-c7ec355ea7f1

Purchase a trail map from reception and discover ten fun spring and Easter activity themed points around the gardens. After completing your trail, head for the shop to collect your chocolate prize (egg)....

Easter on the Farm

26th March-14th April 2024

Venue: Somerset Rural Life Museum

Address: Chilkwell Street, Glastonbury, Somerset

Website: swheritage.org.uk/events/easter-on-the-farm-2/

Enjoy family-friendly activities including an egg hunt, meet the bunnies and Somerset rivers arts and crafts. Unless stated otherwise, all activities are included with a Museum Unlimited Pass. Once purchased,...

Active Aviators

28th March 2024

Venue: Fleet Air Arm Museum

Address: RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester

Website: www.nmrn.org.uk/events/active-aviators-march-2024

A fun-filled morning of crafts, sing-alongs, toys and games, and not forgetting a much-needed cuppa and a sit down for the grown-ups! Held monthly, see the website for upcoming dates. Spaces are limited...

Easter

Easter Egg Hunt at Barrington Court

28th March-14th April 2024

Venue: Barrington Court

Address: near Ilminster, Somerset

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/somerset/barrington-court/events/0335ebe6-7786-4f47-a7d6-dd5cea1ee02a

This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Barrington Court on a Easter trail. Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. Prices are £3...

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Easter Adventures at Dunster Castle 2024

29th March-14th April 2024

Venue: Dunster Castle and Watermill

Address: Dunster, Minehead

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/somerset/dunster-castle-and-watermill/events/a10d2cda-6738-4f88-9fd2-43a20f8d8db6

Visit for a woodland adventure at Dunster Castle this Easter. Explore the nature found in Dunster's gardens from butterflies to otters, complete the family-friendly trail and claim your chocolate egg!...

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Easter Adventures at Fyne Court

29th March-14th April 2024

Venue: Fyne Court

Address: Bridgwater, Somerset

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/somerset/fyne-court/events/f31f02ce-45e9-41f0-9361-68e555e88f5a

A nature themed adventure through Fyne Court, with fun problems to solve set by a sneaky spider. Solve the puzzles to find the password which will get you your chocolate treat. With fun forest activities...

Easter

Easter Eggcitement

29th March-14th April 2024

Venue: American Museum & Gardens

Address: Claverton Manor, Claverton Down, Bath

Website: americanmuseum.org/whats-on/easter/

Enjoy the Easter trail, creative Easter activities at the crafting station, a family trail through the manor house museum of American decorative arts and heritage, the interactive, family friendly American...

Easter

Easter Eggstravaganza

29th March-14th April 2024

Venue: West Somerset Railway

Address: The Railway Station, Minehead, Somerset

Website: www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/events/view/easter-eggstravaganza

Join the West Somerset Railway this Easter for a family fun day out with the dinosaur Easter trail! Spot the baby dinosaurs out of the window as you travel past on one of the services. If you find them...

Arts and Crafts

Easter Family Fun: Fabulous Flowers

29th March-14th April 2024

Venue: No.1 Royal Crescent

Address: 1 Royal Crescent, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset

Website: no1royalcrescent.org.uk/whats-on/fabulous-flowers/

Spring has sprung! Make your own 3D floral collage artwork this Easter. This drop-in activity (no booking required) is available in the gallery every day during opening hours. Self-led activity, children...

Easter

Egg-cellent Easter Egg Hunt at Fleet Air Arm Museum

30th March-14th April 2024

Venue: Fleet Air Arm Museum

Address: RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester

Website: www.nmrn.org.uk/events/egg-cellent-easter-egg-hunt-fleet-air-arm-museum-0

This Easter at FAAM, the Easter Bunny has visited the Museum and left a trail of eggs around the museum halls. Help Ellie Copter save Easter and retrieve all the hidden eggs from across the Museum! Can...

Theatre & Cinema

Pop Princesses

31st March 2024

Venue: Taunton Brewhouse

Address: Coal Orchard, Taunton, Somerset

Website: www.tauntonbrewhouse.co.uk

A magical show where beautiful princesses become pop stars! Featuring a soundtrack of top pop hits from artists such as Little Mix, Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, Meghan Trainor, and Miley Cyrus, plus all...

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Roar and Explore - Dino Days

31st March-1st April 2024

Venue: West Somerset Railway

Address: The Railway Station, Minehead, Somerset

Website: www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/events/view/roar-and-explore-dino-days

On 31st March and 1st April, dinosaurs will be visiting Minehead Station! Two large dinosaurs will be making appearances throughout the day outside Minehead Station and roaming baby dinosaurs at intervals...

Theatre & Cinema

Disney's Soul (PG)

2nd April 2024

Venue: Strode Theatre

Address: Strode College, Church Rd, Street

Website: www.strodetheatre.org.uk/whats-on/view/disneys-soul-pg/

After landing the gig of a lifetime, a New York jazz pianist suddenly finds himself trapped in a strange land between Earth and the afterlife. With: Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey, and Graham Norton. 1hr 40mins.

Theatre & Cinema

The Three Little Pigs

2nd April 2024

Venue: Weston Museum

Address: Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

Website: westonmuseum.org/event/the-three-little-pigs-shows/2024-04-02/1/

Join Professor Paul Wheeler for his take on the Three Little Pigs! Whether you’re reliving cherished childhood memories or introducing your own children to this timeless tradition, these shows are a...

Theatre & Cinema

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

3rd April 2024

Venue: Taunton Brewhouse

Address: Coal Orchard, Taunton, Somerset

Website: www.tauntonbrewhouse.co.uk

Lewis Carroll’s Wonderland floods onto the stage in a whirl of strange contraptions and curious characters. No matter how young or old, everyone will find their own moment of magic in Wonderland and...

Creepy Crawlies with Exmoor Zoo

4th April 2024

Venue: Hestercombe Gardens

Address: Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton, Somerset

Website: www.hestercombe.com/whats-on/creepy-critters-exmoor-zoo

Meet the bizarre, the unusual and the just plain odd of the minibeast world inside Hestercombe House. Discover the astronaut in your back garden, how isopods can help your bottle garden and why we need...

Arts and Crafts

Pom Pom Bunny & Chick Workshop

5th April 2024

Venue: Taunton Brewhouse

Address: Coal Orchard, Taunton, Somerset

Website: www.tauntonbrewhouse.co.uk/events/pom-pom-bunnies-chicks-workshop/

Join Pom Stitch Tassel for a fabulous crafty morning learning how to make pom poms using sustainable wooden pom pom makers. You will have a go at creating a pom pom bunny and chick using different pom...

Theatre & Cinema

Mark Thompson’s Award Winning Spectacular Science Show

7th April 2024

Venue: The McMillan Theatre

Address: Lower Bath Rd, Bridgwater

Website: www.mcmillantheatre.com/events/mark-thompsons-award-winning-spectacular-science-show/

This is science like you have never seen it before. Designed for children and adults alike, Mark’s Spectacular Science Show explores the strange and magical properties of matter with exploding elephant’s...

Theatre & Cinema

The Amazing Bubble Man

7th April 2024

Venue: Westlands Ballroom - Westlands Yeovil

Address: Westbourne Cl, Yeovil

Website: www.westlandsyeovil.co.uk/whats-on/family/the-amazing-bubble-man/9418

Louis Pearl has been thrilling audiences around the world for over 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles. Louis explores the breathtaking dynamics of bubbles, combining comedy and artistry...

Theatre & Cinema

Spot’s Birthday Party

8th April 2024

Venue: Taunton Brewhouse

Address: Coal Orchard, Taunton, Somerset

Website: www.tauntonbrewhouse.co.uk

Based on the beloved Eric Hill classic, Happy Birthday Spot, this brand-new adaptation brings your favourite pup and his friends to life in an interactive and accessible show suitable for ages 2+ and their...

Theatre & Cinema

The Three Billy Goats Gruff

9th April 2024

Venue: Weston Museum

Address: Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

Website: westonmuseum.org/event/billy-goats-gruff-shows/2024-04-09/1/

Join Professor Paul Wheeler for his take on the Three Billy Goats Gruff! Whether you’re reliving cherished childhood memories or introducing your own children to this timeless tradition, these shows...

Amazing Artefacts – Home Educators Monthly Sessions

10th April 2024

Venue: Weston Museum

Address: Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

Website: westonmuseum.org/event/amazing-artefacts-home-educators-monthly-sessions-5/2024-04-10/

Each month, take part in a variety of different hands-on activities inspired by one or more items from the collections. Each season, explore a new theme. The Spring Season theme will be ‘Toys and Games’....

Theatre & Cinema

Alice Through the Looking Glass

11th April 2024

Venue: Strode Theatre

Address: Strode College, Church Rd, Street

Website: www.strodetheatre.org.uk/whats-on/view/alice-through-the-looking-glass/

Barking Dog’s two talented actors (with the help of a some puppets and children from the audience) present this exciting tale. With original music and audience participation as well as use of puppetry...

Theatre & Cinema

Teddy's Zoo Adventure

11th April 2024

Venue: Strode Theatre

Address: Strode College, Church Rd, Street

Website: www.strodetheatre.org.uk/whats-on/view/teddys-zoo-adventure/

Sammy Ragdoll has a day out at the zoo with her best friend Eddy The Teddy. Despite Sammy warning him, Eddy keeps wandering off. He does this once too often and gets locked in overnight! The show uses...

Superhero Sand Art Workshop

12th April 2024

Venue: Weston Museum

Address: Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

Website: westonmuseum.org/event/superhero-sand-art-workshop/

Rainbow Sands presents her Superhero Sand Art Workshop! Prepare for a colourful and sand-filled time as you dive into a variety of superhero-themed activities. This is a fun-filled workshop where you’ll...

Theatre & Cinema

Disney's Luca (U)

13th April 2024

Venue: Strode Theatre

Address: Strode College, Church Rd, Street

Website: www.strodetheatre.org.uk/whats-on/view/disneys-luca-u/

On the Italian Riviera, an unlikely but strong friendship grows between a human being and a sea monster disguised as a human. With: Jacob Tremblay, Jack Grazer, and Emma Berman.

Theatre & Cinema

Four Seasons

13th-14th April 2024

Venue: Westlands Yeovil

Address: Westbourne Cl, Yeovil

Website: www.westlandsyeovil.co.uk/whats-on/all-shows/the-four-seasons/9354

Four Seasons is a theatrical love letter to nature for children and their families. This is a celebration of the wonder and weirdness of nature and our place within it, all set to an exciting score of...

Brilliant Beasties

16th April 2024

Venue: American Museum & Gardens

Address: Claverton Manor, Claverton Down, Bath

Website: americanmuseum.org/whats-on/brilliant-beasties

Monthly sessions for pre-schoolers and their parents/carers. You will be singing songs, telling stories, sharing rhymes and making something together, while learning all about the ‘Brilliant Beasties’,...

Theatre & Cinema

The Lion Inside

26th-28th April 2024

Venue: Taunton Brewhouse

Address: Coal Orchard, Taunton, Somerset

Website: www.tauntonbrewhouse.co.uk

A heart-warming tale about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who sets out on a journey to find his roar. Based on the best-selling story by Rachel Bright and Jim Field, this brand-new stage...

Theatre & Cinema

The Bubble Show

28th April 2024

Venue: The Regal Theatre

Address: 10-16 The Avenue, Minehead, Somerset

Website: regaltheatre.co.uk/show/the-bubble-show/

Join Mr. Bubbles with his extraordinary soap bubbles in all shapes and sizes! The Bubble Show is a unique blend of magic, storytelling, science and bubble art! This is an interactive, fun, international...

Theatre & Cinema

The Tiger Who Came to Tea

5th-6th May 2024

Venue: Taunton Brewhouse

Address: Coal Orchard, Taunton, Somerset

Website: www.tauntonbrewhouse.co.uk

Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs, and clumsy chaos. Book now: www.tauntonbrewhouse.co.uk

Dino Sand Art Workshop

11th May 2024

Venue: Weston Museum

Address: Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

Website: westonmuseum.org/event/dino-themed-sand-art-workshop-may-2024/

Rainbow Sands presents the roar-some Dino Sand Art Workshop! Prepare for a colourful and sand-filled time as you dive into a variety of dino-themed activities. This is a dino-mite workshop where you’ll...

Brilliant Beasties

14th May 2024

Venue: American Museum & Gardens

Address: Claverton Manor, Claverton Down, Bath

Website: americanmuseum.org/whats-on/brilliant-beasties

Monthly sessions for pre-schoolers and their parents/carers. You will be singing songs, telling stories, sharing rhymes and making something together, while learning all about the ‘Brilliant Beasties’,...

Theatre & Cinema

Shelf: The Kid's Show

18th May 2024

Venue: Rondo Theatre

Address: St. Saviours Rd, Bath

Website: rondotheatre.co.uk/whats-on/

Join best friends Rachel and Ruby for a kids’ comedy show that’s fun for all the family! Full of sketches, songs, pranks and silliness. Rachel and Ruby use physical comedy and silly characters to bring...

Theatre & Cinema

The High Jinx Show

18th May 2024

Venue: Taunton Brewhouse

Address: Coal Orchard, Taunton, Somerset

Website: www.tauntonbrewhouse.co.uk

Direct from the iconic Blackpool Tower circus, The High Jinx Show is back with another jam-packed show filled with amazing magic, incredible illusions, and crazy circus thrills that are sure to leave you...

Outdoor Events

Seasonal Garden Walk: Blossom

23rd May 2024

Venue: Dunster Castle and Watermill

Address: Dunster, Minehead

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/somerset/dunster-castle-and-watermill/events/3588eca0-836d-4485-a578-b1cb11a11dc1

Spring is a lovely time of year at Dunster Castle and Watermill. Walk through the garden with a member of the garden team and enjoy the best of the day's blossom. Finish off at the Watermill Tearoom for...

Outdoor Events

May Half Term Trail

25th May-2nd June 2024

Venue: Dunster Castle and Watermill

Address: Dunster, Minehead

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/somerset/dunster-castle-and-watermill/events/d6c4884a-fa5b-4c94-9d4d-ffa16a1ad579

Step into the past and prepare for a great feast in the 1400s. Help find out more about the food and festivities needed for the big event! Follow the trail, complete activities, answer questions and learn...

Theatre & Cinema

Cinderella

26th May 2024

Venue: Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre

Address: School Road, Monkton Heathfield, Taunton, Somerset

Website: www.tacchi-morris.com/cinderella-panto/

You shall go to the Ball! Get swept away by one of the most enchanting fairy tales of all time – Cinderella. Full of side-splitting comedy, stunning sets, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses....

The Royal Bath & West Show

30th May-1st June 2024

Venue: The Showground

Address: Shepton Mallet, Somerset

Website: www.bathandwest.com

The Royal Bath & West Show returns with plenty for young visitors to enjoy. Inquisitive minds should head to the ‘Discover the Future’ STEM zone, full of activities and displays to inspire tomorrow’s...

Theatre & Cinema

Top Secret – The Magic of Science

31st May 2024

Venue: Taunton Brewhouse

Address: Coal Orchard, Taunton, Somerset

Website: www.tauntonbrewhouse.co.uk

Fusing the mystery of magic with wondrous and miraculous feats of science. Top Secret – The Magic of Science is a fast-moving colourful magical science show filled with mystery, suspense, and lots of...

Down at the Beach Sand Art Workshop

15th June 2024

Venue: Weston Museum

Address: Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

Website: westonmuseum.org/event/down-at-the-beach-sand-art-workshop/

Rainbow Sands presents her Down at the Beach Sand Art Workshop! Prepare for a colourful and sand-filled time as you dive into a variety of beach-themed activities. This is a fun-filled workshop where you’ll...

Monthly Makers Market

29th June 2024

Venue: Weston Museum

Address: Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

Website: westonmuseum.org/event/monthly-makers-market-2/2024-06-29/

Join a wonderful bunch of local businesses and makers on the last Saturday of every month (excluding December) in the warm and welcoming Learning Space. With the wide and wonderful range of local stallholders...

Theatre & Cinema

Zog and the Flying Doctors

29th-30th June 2024

Venue: Taunton Brewhouse

Address: Coal Orchard, Taunton, Somerset

Website: www.tauntonbrewhouse.co.uk

Based on the bestselling sequel by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, Zog and the Flying Doctors will reunite director Emma Kilbey and composer and lyricist Joe Stilgoe for this truly modern take on the...

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