Events Around Somerset

The National Portrait Gallery’s special exhibition will be ’Elizabeth of Bohemia : the Winter Queen’ and will feature contemporary portraits of this fascinating woman and those connected to her. Booking Not Needed. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

3 acre mature garden with many camellias and rhododendrons in May. Lovely views towards Blackmore Vale. Part formal with pleached hornbeam alle and rill, part water garden with lake. Wonderful roses in June. Unusual spring flowering trees such as Davidia involucrata, many beautiful cornus. Interesting garden sculpture.

’Group 7’ is a collective of seven artists who have been engaged in research and practical exploration of colour over a substantial period of time.

Wander through historic Prior Park on this free and informative guided tour. In 2019, we will be embarking on the dams project; multi-million pound works to restore and future-proof the Georgian dams at the bottom of the garden. Guided tours this year will give you a good overview of the project. Booking Not Needed.

Elsbeth Buff Drawings ? Deenagh Miller Recent Drawings ? Thursday 6 June - Tuesday 2 July 2019 Drinks Event 8 June 3-6pm with Artist’s Talk by Deenagh Miller, ’Making the Old New’ at 3:30pm ?

SGFA 100 is a brand new exhibition coming to the Palace from 22nd May. The works will celebrate artists who are members of The Society of Graphic Fine Art, and the creation of the Society, which is 100 years old this year.

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There’s more to Coleridge than the Cottage. Discover the stories of the poet’s garden, and how it didn’t turn out quite how he planned... Hidden behind the Cottage exterior, there is a garden and wildflower meadow.

Pick up an activity card from reception and set off to explore the garden. Watch the birds, make friends with a minibeast, which theme will you choose' Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

Walk around the corner and see the unexpected, a small town garden which has grown to acre! Colour-themed shrub and herbaceous borders, pond, patios, pergolas and wild meadow areas lead to wonderful far reaching views. Productive ’no dig’ vegetable and fruit garden with greenhouse.

With Tom Moore on double bass, Remi Harris plays a mix of originals, plus music from Django Reinhardt, Jimi Hendrix, Wes Montgomery, Charlie Parker, Peter Green & more Remi Harris is an exciting guitarist from the UK who’s unique style draws inspiration from many artists.

An all-star cast from the West End deliver a musical powerhouse of a show that starts with the explosion of Brit Pop in 1962 through to the era of Flower Power and Free Love of the late sixties. Sing and dance along with an all-star West End cast to the music of The Beatles, Herman’s Hermits.

Handmade products from local artisans. Held in the courtyard, the Lytes Cary craft market showcases a variety of products that have been crafted by neighbouring artists. Entry is free to the market. Booking Not Needed.

11 acres of formal and natural gardens in stunning Cotswold setting. Features incl roses, herbaceous, kitchen garden, Mediterranean garden, mound and natural pond. Extensive walled garden, spring glade and meadows with young and mature trees.

A wonderful event bringing together the very best vintage/antique dealers. Expect to find brocante fresh from France, antique and vintage clothing and textiles, decorative antiques and handmade delights

A weekend of guided walks to suit all abilities in and around the Quantock Hills and West Somerset coast with an opportunity to walk the new Castles and Coast Trail linking the villages of Nether Stowey and Stogursey with the England Coast Path. Many of the walks will have a theme, led by local experts.

Come and join us for Wells first Natural Health & Wellbeing Fayre. An event whereby people can come and experience a wide range of healing and complementary therapies and learn more about their possible benefits. Relax and explore the variety of alternative therapies on offer.

Loved by children and adults alike, relive this tale of secrecy and curiosity in what will be one of the highlights of the summer. This summer, join young Mary Lennox on a journey of discovery as she is sent to her uncles house in the countryside, where mysteries and secrets lurk round every corner...

Misterton Village Fete will this year be bigger and better than ever. We have the Theme this year of KEEP IT GREEN - DITCH THE PLASTIC So are really hoping to get the message across. There will be a big display and demonstration of how YOU can make a difference!

The Globe Music Night with The Mangledwurzels: A Night of Cider Fuelled Scrumpy and Western featuring The Mangledwurzels (www.mangledwurzels.co.

As part of St Margaret’s Glorious Somerset Garden Season, six delightful gardens in the village of Drayton will be open to the public on Saturday 22nd June 2019. Drayton is a picturesque village in the heart of the Somerset Levels, located between the village of Curry Rivel and the ancient town of Langport.

As part of the annual Glorious Open Gardens on behalf of St Margaret’s Hospice, Carrington Care Home, Carrington Way, Wincanton BA9 9BE will be open to the public on Sunday 23rd June 2019 between 2.00pm - 5.00pm.

Nature is great for our well-being. Why not combine it with a spiritual Yoga session at our amazing Ham Wall nature reserve as we reach mid summer.

Calling all young people over 65, 1st Burnham-on-Sea Scouts would like to invite you to a 2 course Sunday lunch cooked and served by the Scouts.

Now over 3 acres, lake views and surprises. Formal and wildlife planting linked with meandering paths, lots of sturdy seating. Magical wooded valley, ephemeral stream, wildflower meadows, hens. Wildlife pond with visiting dragon flies, formal flower beds, some sculpture.