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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. 
Christmas Events
Illuminate 2024
  • Friday 22nd November, 4:45pm - Until Monday 30th December, 8:00pm
Hestercombe is proud to present Illuminate, with a dazzling new display. View event
Father Christmas
  • Saturday 30th November, 10:00am - Until Tuesday 24th December, 3:30pm
A unique opportunity to meet Father Christmas in a magical setting. View event
Icescape Westpoint - Westpoint Arena
  • Thursday 12th December, 10:00am - Until Sunday 5th January, 8:00pm
This winter, prepare for an extraordinary adventure as Icescape brings Exeter’s largest undercover ice rink to the main arena at Westpoint! Whether you’re gliding across the ice with friends and family... View event
Santa Express - West Somerset Railway
Make memories to treasure for a lifetime on a Christmas family favourite – The Santa Express! View event
Pinocchio - Taunton Brewhouse
When the puppet Pinocchio magically springs to life, woodcarver Geppetto is astounded. How could this be? But just as the pair starts to figure out a life together, Pinocchio’s mischievous ways lead him... View event
McMillan Theatre - Aladdin
After the huge success of 'Beauty & the Beast', James & Murphy Productions are back for another year with Aladdin. View event
Panto Train - West Somerset Railway
Immerse yourself in a Panto experience with flair! Join beloved Panto characters for a vibrant trip from Bishops Lydeard to Williton, complete with abundant audience interaction! View event
Christmas Eve at The Castle - The Castle Taunton
  • Tuesday 24th December 6:30pm until 11:00pm
Celebrate Christmas Eve at The Castle! A perfect curtain-raiser to the season over a glass of Champagne during dinner is called at seven o’clock. View event
Wassail - Somerset Rural Life Museum
  • Saturday 11th January, 7:30pm - Until Saturday 18th January, 10:00pm
Take part in the ancient wassail custom with dancing, drinking and merrymaking! View event
Wassail - Chard Museum
  • Sunday 19th January 6:00pm until 11:59pm
Join Chard Museum for Merry-ment and toasts to good health! View event