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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. 
Family Fun, Kids Events
Toddler Explorers - The Museum of Somerset
Bring your little ones to the Museum for a fun-filled session of play and active learning. View event
Saturday Art Club - The Brewhouse
This regular art club offers a creative space for young people to explore a wide range of visual art styles and topics. View event
Tildabelles ARTS AND CRAFTS - The Allerford Inn
  • Saturday 15th February
Bring your kids to The Allerford Inn on the 15th and 21st of February for their Tildabelles ARTS AND CRAFTS View event
Animal Antics: February Half Term - Somerset Rural Life Museum
Enjoy animal antics with bug-tastic bugs, remarkable reptiles and delightful donkey rides. Get creative with animal crafts and explore our themed trail. View event
Winter Warmer Day - Avalon Archaeology
  • Sunday 16th February 10:00am until 4:00pm
Join Avalon Archaeology for a special day in winter devoted to warmth! Learn about how our ancestors made fire, kept warm and lit their homes. View event
Angelica Sprocket’s Pockets - Tacchi Morris
  • Sunday 16th February 2:30pm until 3:30pm
Angelica Sprocket lives next door. Her overcoat has pockets galore! And you’ll never guess what’s in them… Filled with Folksy’s touch of live music, puppetry, audience interaction and madness!... View event
Ancient Woodworking - Avalon Archaeology
Young Adults Workshop - Ancient Woodworking Learn green working and the endangered crafts of hurdle making and hewing. No previous experience required! View event
Play with Clay - Somerset Brick and Tile Museum
Join the Somerset Brick and Tile Museum for this half term for a farm-animal, and monopoly-inspired clay crafts. View event
Family Discovery Tour - Avalon Archaeology
A family-friendly version of our Discovery Tour designed with Key Stage Two children in mind. View event
Ministry of Science - The Brewhouse
This year saw Science lead the way in getting our lives back to normal. Now, the UK’s favourite science team are back and more explosive than ever! View event
Rag Rug Workshop for Kids - Somerset Rural Life Museum
Rag rugs are a great way to upcycle, so come along and learn how to make one for your bedroom at home. View event
Comic Con & Gaming Festival - Westpoint Exeter
Come and visit the Devon Comic Con & Gaming Festival for a great family day out!! View event
Brick-making Workshop for Kids - Somerset Brick and Tile Museum
Learn how to make your own brick using traditional techniques that are nearly extinct! Join us for this fun workshop to celebrate the endangered craft of brick-making. View event
Taunton Scouts and Guides - Gang Show - Tacchi Morris
Taunton Scout & Guide Gang Show are Proud to be back and are ready to Shine! View event
Somerset Armed Forces Day
  • Saturday 5th July 10:00am until 6:00pm
Somerset Armed Forces Day is a FREE Funday on Saturday 5th July '25 View event
Paignton Dog Show - Westpoint Arena
The Paignton Dog Show is back at Westpoint from Friday 1st August – Sunday 3rd August 2025! View event
The Inflatable 5K - Westpoint Arena
  • Saturday 9th August 9:00am until 2:30pm
Get ready to jump, bounce, slide and swing through the World’s BIGGEST and CRAZIEST Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course! View event