What's On Somerset

19/11/2025

Communities in West Somerset are to benefit from an addition to the fleet of vehicles operated by Wivey Link Community Transport.

The iconic red fleet was set up to help combat rural isolation by way of a membership taxi service. It can be used by people of all ages and for any reason if they have no access to transport be it public or private.

More here;

Communities in West Somerset are to benefit from an addition to the fleet of vehicles operated by Wivey Link Community Transport.

18/11/2025

St Margaret's Somerset Hospice launches two festive events for the community

St Margaret’s Hospice is welcoming in the festive season by inviting the people of Somerset to come together at two brand-new Christmas events – the inaugural

18/11/2025

Somerset Choral Society perform Bach's Christmas Oratorio, on Sat 29 November at 7.30pm in Wells at St Cuthbert's Church.

Pictured: Molly Soo, contralto soloiost

18/11/2025

18/11/2025

A reminder of our Winter Opening Times here at Coates English Willow. 💚❄️

Our Visitor Centre will now be open between 10am & 4:00pm. Please note last entry to the museum will be 3pm.

Winter down on the farm is a magical place to be, we hope to see you soon!

p.s Snow picture from way back in 2018, wasn't it beautiful? ❄️

18/11/2025

Please see the image below to see our latest availability for our Christmas events!

Services are starting to sell out, so make sure to book your chosen date via the links below as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Santa Express: https://www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/events/view/santa-express-bishops-lydeard

Festive Quantock Belle: https://www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/events/view/festive-quantock-belle

Carol Train: https://www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/events/view/carol-train-from-bishops-lydeard

Bad Santa: https://www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/events/view/bad-santa-adults-only

Fish and Chipmas: https://www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/events/view/fish-and-chipmas

Christmas Market Train: https://www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/events/view/minehead-station-christmas-market-and-train

15/11/2025

15/11/2025

✨We have some exciting news…
Somerset Winter Wonderland is coming!

Get ready to experience the magic of Christmas right here in Taunton at Somerset County Cricket Club from 28th November - 4th January! 🎅🎉

Here’s what’s waiting for you this festive season:
🧊 Real Ice Skating Rink
🎅 Santa’s Grotto
🍔 Festive Food Court
🍭 Toasted Marshmallows
🎢 Christmas Funfair

Mark your calendars and make magical memories with family and friends this winter! 💫

👉Grab your tickets now: https://somersetwinterwonderland.co.uk

We can’t wait to celebrate the festive season with you all - let the magic begin! ❤️🎄

15/11/2025

🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄Join us for Wreath Making. 6th December at 10.30 in the 17th century Malthouse at East Lambrook Manor. Using foraged and fine foliage
The fire will be lit, Christmas music will be playing and Mince pies and coffee included, go to eastlambrook.com for details or email Alison@eastlambrook to book your place …..a group of you? Contact us ..maybe we can do an evening class🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

14/11/2025

Wellington Christmas Lights Switch On is on Saturday 29th November from 12pm, with switch on at 6pm - see here for the full list of entertainment along with Santa's Grotto, competitions and stalls.
https://bit.ly/47YaTun

12/11/2025

Shared Reign at Sandhill

By Richard Walsh

Preparations for the new 2025-26 National Hunt racing season are well in hand at Sandhill Racing Stables in West Somerset where Philip Hobbs and Johnson White expect to have 75-80 horses in training.
Philip Hobbs Racing Philip Hobbs & Johnson White Racing

Shared Reign at Sandhill

12/11/2025

Following a brilliant production of Aladdin last year, James & Murphy Productions return to the The McMillan Theatre Bridgwater this December with Cinderella.

This talented company now has such a loyal following that an extra night has been added to the run this year, which commences on Friday 12th December. Ticket sales are already very strong. More info here:

This talented company now has such a loyal following that an extra night has been added to the run this year, which commences on Friday 12th December. Ticket