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Talk: Getting into Nature An evening with Ben Pulletz – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-05-27 19:00 UTC | The Parish Rooms, Market Square, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
Talk: Getting into Nature An evening with Ben Pulletz
Ben is a hugely talented local photographer with a real passion for wildlife as well as being a keen conservationist. During his talk he will explore how we can all encourage nature in our own gardens before moving onto talking about his award winning images, here Ben will explain some of the stories behind the photographs. You will also be able to buy cards and prints of his work.
Spaces are limited to 20 people so booking is essential.
Ticket price: £5.00 Tickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk), and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.

Live music from Twisted Vinyl – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-05-27 19:30 | Somerton Sports Club, Gassons Lane, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 6HS, United Kingdom
Dance the night away at an evening with Twisted Vinyl performing barnstorming covers of timeless songs, ranging from the 50s to modern classics.
Twisted Vinyl is arguably the most exciting live band currently performing on the South West circuit. The band won the prestigious ‘Let me entertain you’ competition in 2015 and were subsequently invited to perform on BBC Radio Somerset’s Christmas Celebration show, as well as being invited to Abbey Road 104 for Will Rooney’s Christmas special.
This event is hosted jointly by the Somerton Arts Festival and the Sports Club. The club bar will be open, selling alcoholic and soft drinks.
Tickets £7.00
Tickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk), and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.

Flower Arranging Workshop – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-05-30 19:00 | The Parish Rooms, Market Square, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
Flower Arranging Workshop

Jane is back, by popular demand, for another relaxed, fun filled evening of flower arranging. You will make new friends and have a good natter for sure . You will come away with your very own flower arrangement to impress family and friends along with tips as to how to best present your flowers. All materials will be provided, but please remember to bring a pair of scissors with you.
Limited to 10 people, so booking is essential.
Ticket price: £25.00
Tickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk), and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.

Crochet Workshop – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-05-31 14:00 - 16:00 | Somerton Library, Cox’s Yard Car Park, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7PR
Crochet Workshop

Learn to Crochet with Mrs McGregor from Mrs McGregor’s Magical Craft Emporium in Somerton.
This two hour session at Somerton Library is for adults and is ideal for complete beginners or those with a little more experience. All materials will be provided by the library.
This is a FREE event but booking is essential. Please book in advance in person at the Library.

Machine Patchwork Piecing Workshop 1 – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-05-31 19:00 - 21:00 | The Parish Rooms, Market Square, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
Machine Patchwork Piecing Workshop 1

Come and join Dru in this relaxed workshop as she demonstrates two types of card making techniques before teaching you how to make a quick patchwork square or triangle using hand sewing machines. No previous experience needed.
Sewing machines and all materials provided.
The workshop is limited to 8 students per session so booking essential.
Tickets £5.00. Tickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk), and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.
A further workshops will take place at 2pm on Friday 2nd June

Bugs & Butterflies – Crafts for Children – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-06-02 10:30 - 12:30 | Somerton Library, Cox’s Yard Car Park, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7PR
Bugs & Butterflies – Crafts for Children

Somerton Library’s story time volunteers are hosting a craft event for children which will include lots of activities suitable for a variety of ages. Everybody is welcome to pop in and see what’s on offer. All materials will be provided by the library.
There’s no need to book, just come along and get stuck in.
This is a FREE event
Tickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk), and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.

Machine Patchwork Piecing Workshop 2 – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-06-02 14:00 - 16:00 | The Parish Rooms, Market Square, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
Machine Patchwork Piecing Workshop 2

Come and join Dru in this relaxed workshop as she demonstrates two types of card making techniques before teaching you how to make a quick patchwork square or triangle using hand sewing machines. No previous experience needed.
Sewing machines and all materials provided.
The workshop is limited to 8 students per session so booking essential.
Tickets £5.00.
Tickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk), and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.
A Further workshops will take place at 7pm on Wednesday 31st May

St Margaret’s Hospice Sky Dive
2023-06-03 10:00 - 14:00 | The Airfield, Dunkeswell, Honiton EX14 4LG, The Airfield, Dunkeswell, Honiton, EX14 4LG, United Kingdom
St Margaret’s Hospice Sky Dive
St Margaret’s Hospice are proud to announce the return of the popular Charity Sky Dive. A tandem sky dive is planned for Saturday 3rd June 2023 at Dunkeswell airfield. This is an exhilarating, easy and enjoyable way to experience the thrills of skydiving. No previous experience is necessary.
You will be joining our team of fantastic flyers at 15,000ft to take to the skies above Dorset and Somerset to take the leap to raise vital funds for our patients and families,
For more information about this event please contact Ellie Weston on 01935 709182 or email events@st-margarets-hospice.org.uk
Website: www.st-margarets-hospice.org.uk/skydive

St Margaret’s Hospice Wing Walk
2023-06-03 10:00 - 14:00 | The Airfield, Dunkeswell, Honiton EX14 4LG, The Airfield, Dunkeswell, Honiton, EX14 4LG, United Kingdom
St Margaret’s Hospice Wing Walk 2023
Taking place on the same day as the Sky Dive, Saturday 3rd June also at Dunkeswell Airfield, near Honiton. Join Team St Margaret’s, and tick something off your bucket list in 2023. Standing on the wing of a 1940’s Boeing Stearman Biplane (guaranteed fully maintained and airworthy), you will be securely strapped to complete a variety of flypasts and manoeuvres whilst soaring to 500ft. Reaching speeds of up to 130mph. the highlight of your flight will be a zoom climb with a final “Run and Break” before landing.
For more information about this event please contact Ellie Weston on 01935 709182 or email
events@st-margarets-hospice.org.uk
Website: www.st-margarets-hospice.org.uk/wingwalk

Town Plan Survey Meeting Invitation
2023-06-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Edgar Hall, 8 Cary Court, Somerton Business Park,, Somerton, TA11 6SB, United Kingdom
MEETING INVITATIONConference Room, Edgar Hall, Information: 01458 272236Town Plan Survey Actions leading on from results of survey

Here Forever An Exhibition celebrating work community and change at Morlands and Baily's Glastonbury
2023-06-10 10:00 - 17:00 | Red Brick Building, Event Space, Glastonburt, BA6 9FT, United Kingdom
Glastonbury’s sheepskin industry and the transformation of the Red Brick Building
For more information see www.redbrickbuilding.co.uk

MIKA Art PopUp Shop
2023-06-12 10:00 - 16:30 | No.1 West Street, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7PS, United Kingdom
MIKA Art PopUp Shop
Four Ladies from a village in Somerset have got together to promote their skills. Anne makes delightful pottery, Isy is a seamstress, textile artist and loves to make all sorts of items, Victoria produces cards from her own paintings and Mary produces cards and pictures from wildlife photographs that she has taken.
We have hired No. 1 West Street in Somerton to exhibit and sell our work. Please come and see us there. Happy to chat and meet you
Prices are varied depending on the items.

Somerton Town Council Planning Meeting (If required)
2023-06-13 18:30 | Edgar Hall, 8 Cary Court, Somerton Business Park,, Somerton, TA11 6SB, United Kingdom
Somerton Town Council Planning Meeting (If required, please confirm meeting with Town Clerk) All members of the public and press are welcome. There is an opportunity on the agenda at the start of each meeting for public comment/questions during Electors Question Time

In Stitches Community Textile Project
2023-06-30 10:30 - 12:30 | ACEarts, The Old Town Hall, Market Place, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
In Stitches is our new year long community textile project. Free, regular drop-in sessions – every Friday morning from 10.30-12.30.
Please note these sessions do not take place during our exhibition change over dates, if you are unsure, please call to check when sessions are running 01458 273008.

Cardiff Strings – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-06-30 19:00 | St Michael & All Angels Church, Market Place, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
ELectrica event has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances and replaced by Cardiff Strings
CARDIFF STRINGS
Performing for many years, both throughout the UK and on cruise ships worldwide, this multi-talented group of musicians will be treating us to a fantastic selection contemporary and classical music.
Versatility is one of the quartet’s strong suits, including classical, pop/rock, folk and jazz styles.
Queen, The Beatles and even Beyonce plus popular classical pieces. Something for everyone.
They will be performing a special recital for the festival where refreshments including Pimms, Prosecco and strawberries will be on sale.
Tickets £13.00 / £14.00 / £15.00
Tickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk), and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May

Dragonsfly at ACEarts – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-07-01 19:30 | ACEarts, The Old Town Hall, Market Place, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
Dragonsfly create a compelling and captivating atmosphere with their exquisite, groove-driven, rootsy music. Playing an array of contemporary and unusual instruments, their performances span a diverse selection of styles and cultures from Celtic French and Breton inspired Dance music to up-tempo Eastern European tracks and moody Middle and Far Eastern songs.

Taking place in the beautiful upstairs exhibition space at ACEarts in The Old Town Hall, surrounded by inspirational art, guests will be able to relax and enjoy this eclectic and uplifting music. Spaces are strictly limited so please book early.
More information on Dragonsfly can be found at www.dragonsfly.org
Ticket prices: Early Bird £13 | Advance £14 | On the Door £15
Tickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk), and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.

Live music from Bad Cowboys – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-07-01 19:30 | Globe Inn, Market Place, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7LX
Bad Cowboys at the Globe

Veterans of the Glastonbury music scene, Steve Bilsborough & John Carroll have developed a unique sound with diverse influences including country, new wave and ska. Their close harmonies and catchy tunes are full of poignant, satirical and sometimes humorous lyrics.
Equally enthralling as a stripped back duo, right through to a fully electrified 5 piece, their live presence is renowned.
They will be giving a special performance at The Globe for the Somerton Music & Arts Festival.
This is a FREE event

Festival Church Service – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-07-02 10:30 | St Michael & All Angels Church, Market Place, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
An opportunity to praise God and to give thanks for our annual arts festival. All are welcome at this service so please come and join us for singing, worshiping and enjoying

History Walk with Martyn Smith - Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-07-02 14:00 | The Parish Rooms, Market Square, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
Martyn Smith, the Somerton Music & Arts Festival treasurer, will be your guide for a tour of historic Somerton. Martyn was born in the Midlands and a job-related move brought him to Somerton in 1990.
He says ‘Somerton is such a great place to live and I’m always proud to show people around our ancient hill-top town with its interesting buildings and beautiful church.’
This gentle walk will take around one hour or so and will take in St Michael’s Church and some of the other old buildings in the historic centre of town.
The group size is limited to 20 so it is advisable to book early to avoid disappointment. The walk starts from the cobbled area outside Somerton Parish Rooms.
As this walk takes place through the town, participants should wear appropriate footwear and be especially aware when crossing roads.
Tickets £4.00 / £5.00
Tickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk), and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.

Festival Quiz - Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-07-03 19:00 | Somerton Sports Club, Gassons Lane, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 6HS, United Kingdom
Quizmaster Terry Francis returns to the Sports Club for the annual Festival Quiz with his mixture of taxing teasers and obscure observations. Pit your wits against the other teams, show off your knowledge, win prizes and try to knock the current champions off their podium!
A maximum of 15 teams of up to six people per team.
Tickets £2.50 per person
Tickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk), and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.

Talk Transforming Lives through Developmental Therapy – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-07-04 19:00 | The Parish Rooms, Market Square, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
Transforming Lives through Developmental Therapy

Every child and young adult deserves the best possible chance to reach their potential. BIBIC is a national charity based in Langport. It delivers therapeutic programmes to children and young adults, supporting individuals with developmental and neurological disabilities and difficulties to achieve their potential and live happy and fulfilling lives. This talk will cover what the organisation does, the services they provide and a brief tour of sensory processing disorder – looking at what it is and the impact it has both on those suffering with these conditions and their families.
Refreshments will be available.
This is a FREE event, but donations will be welcome. To find out more about BIBIC and the work they do, visit https://bibic.org.uk/

Create and Connect
2023-07-05 10:30 - 12:30 | ACEarts, The Old Town Hall, Market Place, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
Create and Connect. Free, regular drop-in sessions – every Wednesday morning from 10.30-12.30. Free drop-in sessions for artists, creatives, and makers to come together in our ‘Make Space’ to make alongside each other. Bring what you are currently working on Drawing, sketchbook, textiles, knitting, sewing, painting etc and we will make the tea!
Please note these sessions do not take place during our exhibition change over dates, if you are unsure, please call to check when sessions are running 01458 273008.

Somerton Ukulele Band and Singers - Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-07-05 14:30 | Wessex House, Behind Berry, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7PB, United Kingdom
The Somerton Ukulele Band and Singers will be playing all the old favourites for the residents of Wessex House. The group was formed six years ago by Sue Parry as part of the U3A initiative, and from small beginnings it has expanded to 30 members who enjoy playing at residential and nursing homes, memory and friendship clubs and other organisations. This has enabled them, through donations, to raise over £3,000 for the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance, this year’s Somerton Music & Arts Festival partner charity.
This is a free event for Wessex House residents only.
Tickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk), and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.

Honey Bee Talk - Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-07-05 19:30 | The Parish Rooms, Market Square, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
Come and join local bee expert Stewart Gould as he tells us all about the Honey Bee, though other bees may well get a mention as there are approximately 250 species in the UK. The evening consists of a talk with photographs and videos about these fascinating insects plus plenty of opportunity to ask questions. Listen and learn as he talks about pollination, how plants attract pollinators and much more, you certainly will go home with plenty of things to reflect on as well as a real sense of why bees are so important to our ecosystem.
Refreshments are included in the cost.
Tickets £4.00 / £5.00 / £6.00
Tickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk), and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.

Drawing for All
2023-07-06 10:30 - 12:30 | ACEarts, The Old Town Hall, Market Place, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
Drawing for All. Free, regular drop-in sessions – every Thursday morning from 10.30-12.30. Come and spend the morning drawing in our wonderful gallery space. Use the current exhibition as inspiration or draw the view through the windows or each other.
A selection of art materials will be available or bring your own.
Please note these sessions do not take place during our exhibition change over dates, if you are unsure, please call to check when sessions are running 01458 273008.

Creative Writing – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-07-06 16:00 - 17:30 | Somerton Library, Cox’s Yard Car Park, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7PR
Creative Writing Workshop

How to write “Faction” (factual fiction)
Author Beth Webb will give an illustrated talk and a mini workshop on how to turn historical events into engaging stories. Using her ‘faction’ novella, ‘Broken Angels – A Tale of Glastonbury Abbey,’ Beth will describe how she and historian Mark Hutchinson took a dry list of punishments meted out at the Abbey in 1408, breathed life into them and created an intriguing story.
The workshop will give participants the chance to have a go at creating their own ‘faction’ outlines. All are welcome, no writing experience necessary (not suitable for children).
Beth has had fifteen books published for all ages, including the Star Dancer tetralogy, an adult / YA historical fantasy series, as well as the children’s classics, the ‘Fleabag’ trilogy. She is a published poet and an illustrator.
This is a FREE event but it is essential to book in advance at the library

Naval History Talk – Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-07-06 19:30 | The Parish Rooms, Market Square, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
Naval History Talk

Battle of the Atlantic: The Foundation of Victory
Joshua Bassett will present a talk about the Battle of the Atlantic, the longest running and geographically largest battle of the second world war. For four years from 1939 to the battle’s climax in 1943, British and Allied navies fought a life-or-death struggle against the menace of Axis U-boats. This talk will cover the battles’ key events, and illustrate how victory in the Atlantic laid the foundation for Allied victory everywhere in 1945.
From Barn Engines to the Battle of Jutland
In 1915 the Petter-Westland Company in Yeovil (now Leonardo-Westland) took its first steps from producing agricultural engines into aircraft manufacture. Immediately successful due to the skill level of the factory workers, it made a batch of Royal Navy Seaplanes of the most advanced type at the time.
One of these aircraft, Number 8359, was amongst the first to be manufactured by Westlands and would become the only one to take part in the Battle of Jutland in 1961. It was piloted by the famed aviator Lt Fredrick Joseph Rutland, a was a pioneer of British naval aviaition who earned the nickname “Rutland of Jutland” and a DSC for his exploits. Now, over 100 years later, the original sections of his aircraft, a Short Type 184, are back in Yeovil as key exhibits at the Fleet Air Arm Museum.
Dave Morris, the museum curator, looks at how Petters became aircraft builders in Yeovil, how Westlands got its name and the journey Rutland’s aircraft made from the factory to Jutland, ended its service in World War 1 and ultimately returned to Yeovil.
Refreshments (tea, coffee and soft drinks) will be provided
Ticket prices: Early Bird £5 | Advance £6 | On the Door £7
Tickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk), and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.

Somerstock Music Festival -- Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-07-07 18:00 - 22:00 | Somerton Sports Field, The Playing Field, Gassons Lane, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 6HS
Somerton’s iconic music festival returns to the rec in July. This year an additional night of accoustic sounds has been added on Friday 7th July to set the mood, followed by a fantastic line up of live music all day on Saturday 8th July, plus the usual array of bars and fabulous street food to set your taste buds alight. The Kids’ Zone will be in full swing on Saturday to provide entertainment for our younger visitors too.
Tickets Various
Tickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk), and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.

HMS Heron Royal Navy Volunteer Band - Part of the Somerton Music and Arts Festival
2023-07-07 19:30 - 21:30 | St Michael & All Angels Church, Market Place, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
HMS Heron Royal Navy Volunteer Band

A rousing, foot-tapping performance by this fantastic local concert and marching band. Its members are drawn from serving and ex-serving members of the Armed Forces and civilians from the unit and local area. The repertoire includes popular classics, overtures, film music, selections from West End shows, military marches and contemporary works.
Refreshments will be available.
For more information about the band visit www.hmsheronband.co.uk
Ticket prices: Early Bird £8 | Advance £9 | On the Door £10
Tickets for all events listed can be purchased online now (www.somertonartsfestival.co.uk), and will also be available to purchase from our new ticket office at The Stationery House in Somerton from 1st May.

British Red Cross Theatre Trip - Strictly Ballroom
2023-07-11 17:30 | Half Moon Car Park, Half Moon Car Park, Somerton, TA11
British Red Cross Theatre Trip to Bristol Hippodrome.- Strictly Ballroom. Cost £37.00/£51.00. For information phone Chris Cox 01458 273085
Craig Revel Horwood’s directs 20+ world class performers in a musical version of the popular film. An arrogant. rebellious young ballroom dancer’s radical daringdance style offends the Australian Dance Federation, but he and beginner Fran. defy tradition and find that to win your steps neednot be strictly ballroom! Includes Love is in the Air, Perhaps and Time After Time.
