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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. 
Learning, Education 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
Craft in the Archives - Somerset Heritage Centre
  • Saturday 11th January 10:00am until 12:30pm
Bring your knitting needles! Discover vintage craft patterns and learn how to find even more at our craft-themed, knit-and-natter with a pop-up display. View event
Coffee and Clay - Somerset Brick and Tile Museum
Drop in for a coffee and get creative with clay (for adults). View event
Home Education Sessions - Avalon Archaeology
A hands-on session, for children being home educated, to learn about the Iron Age, the Romans, the Anglo Saxons and the Vikings. View event
Museum Tour and  Tile-Making Demonstration - Somerset Brick and Tile Museum
Learn about the last bottle brick kiln in Somerset and enjoy a guided tour around the Museum followed by a tile-making demonstration. View event
Needle Felt a Character Dog or Cat - The Brewhouse
  • Friday 24th January 10:00am until 3:30pm
Let your imagination go walkies with this fun needle felting workshop! You’ll learn how to create a character dog or cat on a wire armature. This class is suitable for beginners or those with some experience,... View event
Beowulf Storytelling - Avalon Archaeology
  • Saturday 25th January 4:00pm until 6:00pm
Experience storytelling Saxon-style with a performance of Beowulf around the fire in longhall. View event
Festival of Imbolc - Avalon Archaeology
  • Sunday 2nd February 10:00am until 4:00pm
Celebrate the ancient Festival of Imbolc with a variety of crafts and celebrations. View event
Discovery Tours - Avalon Archaeology
Explore archaeological reconstructions from prehistory to the medieval period. 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
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
UCAS Discovery Exhibition - Westpoint Exeter
Speak to experts to help you decide on your next steps Come and see the regional exhibition in Exeter. At a UCAS Discovery event, you can discover all your options under one roof. they can help you find... View event
Craft 4 Crafters - Westpoint Exeter
The show is packed full of crafting displays, demonstrations, lectures, workshops, make & takes, and a large selection of fantastic retailers. View event
Titanic Exhibition - Westpoint Exeter
Experience the story of the Titanic as you’ve never before. Trace its journey from the Harland and Wolff shipyard in Belfast, through its fateful voyage and sinking, to its rediscovery at the bottom of... View event