January 2026
7Jan
The Newt in Somerset
Gentle yoga session focusing on body awareness and mindfulness.
8Jan
The Newt in Somerset
Early morning guided walk through the estate gardens in winter stillness.
9Jan
The Newt in Somerset
Deep stretching and breathing techniques for relaxation and flexibility.
10Jan
The Newt in Somerset
Scenic group run through the beautiful Newt estate grounds.
13Jan
The Newt in Somerset
Learn to identify trees by bark, buds and silhouette when leaves are gone.
14Jan
Mid-Somerset Showground
Traditional cider orchard blessing ceremony with music, dancing and cider.
15Jan
At The Chapel, Bruton
Author talk about her novel exploring boxing and grief.
17Jan
Abbey Farm, Glastonbury
Family-friendly wassail celebration at the historic abbey farm.
18Jan
Royal Bath & West Showground
250+ stalls of antiques, vintage, crafts and food. £6 entry.
18Jan
Shoemakers Museum, Street
Free wassail celebration at this unique shoe museum.
20Jan
The Newt in Somerset
Learn traditional herbal remedy preparation using garden herbs.
22Jan
22Jan
At The Chapel, Bruton
Talk on MI6 operations in Nazi Germany.
23Jan
Sheppy's Cider, Bradford-on-Tone
Wassail at one of Somerset's oldest cider farms (since 1816).
27Jan
The Newt in Somerset
Hands-on fermentation techniques followed by Garden Cafe lunch.
28Jan
The Newt in Somerset
Plan your vegetable garden for maximum yield with expert guidance.
29Jan
The Newt in Somerset
Special seasonal walk celebrating winter's unique beauty.
29Jan
At The Chapel, Bruton
The epic history of portrait painting through the ages.
February 2026
5Feb
The Newt in Somerset
Early walk celebrating the first snowdrops of the season.
5Feb
7Feb
The Newt in Somerset
Learn butchery skills with whole lamb, from breakdown to cooking.
10Feb
12Feb
At The Chapel, Bruton
Documentary filmmaker on his museum overnight experiences.
13Feb
The Newt in Somerset
Romantic evening learning cocktails and small bites for Valentine's.
17Feb
19Feb
At The Chapel, Bruton
A moving account of grief and healing through wild swimming.
20Feb
The Newt in Somerset
Craft a traditional woven straw beehive using ancient techniques.
25Feb
The Newt in Somerset
Essential pruning techniques for healthy, productive fruit trees.
28Feb
The Newt in Somerset
Paint botanical specimens in watercolour with expert guidance.
March 2026
1Mar
Frome Town Centre
200+ independent traders - craft, vintage, food, plants. Free entry.
1Mar
Royal Bath & West Showground
250+ stalls of antiques, vintage, crafts and food. £6 entry.
12Mar
The Newt in Somerset
Special dinner with vegan chef and YouTube star Gaz Oakley (Avant-Garde Vegan).
12Mar
The Newt in Somerset
Weave willow into spring animals - birds, hares, lambs.
13Mar
19Mar
The Newt in Somerset
Construct a bee frame and learn about hive management.
April 2026
2Apr
The Newt in Somerset
Make Easter-themed willow animals - chicks, bunnies, spring birds.
5Apr
Frome Town Centre
200+ independent traders - craft, vintage, food, plants. Free entry.
5Apr
Royal Bath & West Showground
250+ stalls of antiques, vintage, crafts and food. £6 entry.
25-26Apr
Glastonbury Abbey
Jousting, re-enactment, music, markets. Under 16s free.
May 2026
1May
3May
Frome Town Centre
200+ independent traders - craft, vintage, food, plants. Free entry.
22-24May
Gilcombe Farm, Bruton
New all-ages music festival with woodland stages, yoga, hot air balloons.
June - September 2026
21Jun
Glastonbury Abbey
Longest Day trail run through the historic abbey grounds at sunrise.
3-5Jul
10-13Jul
Wells Cathedral
Wells Orchestral Weekend - youth orchestras, Carmina Burana. Community chorus open to all.
12Sep
Glastonbury Abbey
One-day festival featuring Sophie Ellis-Bextor and more. 2pm-11pm.