Thursday, May 24  

- Taunton's Farmers' Market THE Vale is a genuine Farmer and Producers co-operative which has grown from strength to strength since its launch in 1999. We are fully certified by FARMA – the National Farmers’ Retail & Markets Association, so you can be confident you are really buying local produce.

It all takes place in Taunton High Street, every Thursday from 9am until 3pm, year round.

- Nynehead Painters

Artists Clare DuVergier, Jane Embleton and Virginia Chester run art classes in The Orangery at Nynehead Court. This is an exhibition of some of their and their students' work. A diverse collection.

All takes place at Stable Arts, Nynehead Court, Wellington.

The exhibition runs until June, 27.

- Beambridge Comedy Club

Lloyd Griffith is a comedian, a choirboy and an aspiring goalkeeper. He's the co-host of Soccer AM on Sky Sports every Saturday and is also the face of BBC3's Taxi to Training .You may have also seen Lloyd in Bounty Hunters (Sky), Drunk History (Comedy Central), Football's Funniest Moments (Sky), In Off The Bar (Sky Sports), Rugby's Funniest Moments (Sky), The Premier League Show (BBC2) and Sweat The Small Stuff (BBC3).

He's just completed supporting Jack Whitehall and Rob Beckett on their respective sold out UK tours including dates at Liverpool Echo, Newcastle Metro, Manchester, Leeds and Wembley Arenas and Hammersmith Apollo

Special comedy ticket and Curry Buffet £15 Book a table for our fantastic curry buffet.

Help yourself to our selection of curries, which includes a vegetarian option and accompaniements before you enjoy the comedy show. Buffet served 6.30pm-8.30pm

Takes place at The Beambridge Inn Beambridge Hotel, Wellington

Friday, May 25

Exhibition

A NEW family exhibition Michael Morpurgo: A Lifetime in Stories will be open at the Museum of Somerset from March 17 to July 7.

Visitors can discover the life and works of one of Britain's best loved storytellers and the author of the inspirational hit of stage and screen War Horse.

The exhibition comes to the museum from Seven Stories, The National Centre for Children’s Books, which is custodian of the Michael Morpurgo archive.

Michael is one of Britain’s greatest living authors for children.

In the 2018 New Year Honours list he was awarded a knighthood for his services to literature and charity.

His work spans 40 years and a career that has seen the publication of over 150 books for children, traversing wide-ranging topics that explore historical events, natural history and the environment, adventure and family life.

Visitor Services Manager Susie Simmons said: “Michael’s writing touches the hearts and minds of readers young and older.

This playful exhibition is perfect for families to explore together to discover more about one of the most influential storytellers of our time.”

On display will be draft manuscripts, photographs, notebooks and correspondence that chronicle Michael’s creative process and writing career.

Items include handwritten versions of War Horse showing how the story evolved from first draft to publication of the book, adaptation for the National Theatre and Steven Spielberg film script.

Props from stage and film include a goose puppet, on loan from the National Theatre, a maquette of the Joey puppet and a First World War painting by war artist F.W. Reed that inspired War Horse.

Seated Pilates

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All takes place at The Studio at Bank House, Magdalene Street, Taunton.

Meet the Brewer / Taptakeover

BE the first to see the new look Quantock Brewery.

Meet the team from Somersets most decorated brewery of 2018.

talk about the brewing process and smell, feel and see fresh hops involved in the brewing process.

Takes place from 7pm-9pm.

All happens at The Perkin Warbeck, 22 - 23 East Street, Taunton.

Saturday, May 26

A Little Light Music

With Richard Lewis - Piano Elliot Fitzgerald - Voice Hannah Deason-Barrow - Voice Sasha Herriman - Oboe and Voice Andrea Ward - Clarinet Come along to this fundraising concert, featuring songs from musicals, jazz and classical favourites.

It will take place at 7:30pm on Saturday, May 26, in St. James Church, Taunton.

Audience members will be treated to a relaxing evening of songs, piano music, and oboe and clarinet solos, with upbeat classics like "All that Jazz" mixed with restful tunes including Edward German's "Romance" for clarinet and piano.

The lineup includes talented local soloists Hannah Deason-Barrow, Sasha Herriman and Andrea Ward, as well as up-and-coming London based musicians Richard Lewis and Elliot Fitzgerald.

All money raised will go to Child.org. This innovative charity promotes the health, education and safety of children in Kenya, Ghana, Uganda and Sierra Leone.

Tickets Early Bird £7 (£3 under 18) Standard £8 (£4 under 18) are on sale at the Taunton Visitor Centre The concert takes place at 7.30pm at St James' Church, Taunton.

Somerset's Wildlife Gardens

- Hillcrest Wildflower Meadow and Ponds

Come along to see some of the incredible gardens in the county, all owned by wonderful gardeners and wildlife enthusiasts. Better still, all proceeds go towards our work.

A chance to see these stunning gardens again, and view the beautiful meadow created and looked after by Charlotte and Charles. It is an essential wildlife haven that attracts and protects the local species which in turn gives so much joy to everyone that visits!

Teas and cakes served.

Ample parking on site.

Dogs welcome on leads.

All happens at Hillcrest Wildflower Meadow and Ponds, Hillcrest, Curload, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 6JA.

Open today, Saturday and tomorrow, Sunday from 2pm-5pm.

Sunday, May 27

Sunday Band Concerts in Vivary Park Enjoy the free concerts performed by local and regional bands from the Vivary Park bandstand.

With music ranging from popular brass band classics to jazz and samba, bring a blanket or deckchair and perhaps a picnic for some delightful entertainment.

Concerts start at 3pm (unless otherwise stated).

All takes place at Vivary Park, Taunton, Somerset.

Monday, May 28

Somerset walking club-around Trull.

This is a five mile walk.

Meet at Trull village hall car park at 10am, Taunton, TA3 7JZ.

The walk concludes at 12.45pm.

Annual Garden Party at The Mount Stalls, BBQ, tours of the hotel, live music, cream teas and Pimm’s Free entry, BBQ from £5.50 Takes place at Lower Henlade, Taunton, Somerset.

Wednesday, May 30

The Royal Bath and West Show

Celebrate Great British Agriculture, Entertainment, Food & Drink at England's Only Four Day Royal Show.

- Saver Prices from April 7 -May 29: Adult (16 years and over) includes up to 2 children free - £22 Additional Child £6 (5-15 years) Children under 5 are free.

- Gate Prices from May 30 - June 2: Adult £25 Child £8 (5-15 years inc) Senior citizens (65 years and over)£23 Family (2 Adults &4 Children) £55 Children under 5 are free

Tickets on sale at the Taunton Visitor Centre.