Somerset

Properties and events in Somerset

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32 Waterloo Street

Weston Town Council, 32 Waterloo Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1LN
In person
Pre-booking not required

See behind the scenes of the former Weston Mercury offices, now home to Weston-super-Mare Town Council.

Abbey House Glastonbury open day

Abbey House, Chilkwell Street, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8DH
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Another chance to see inside this unique historic property and learn about the people who lived and worked here.

All Saints Church grade 2* listed building

All Saints Road, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 2NL
In person
Pre-booking not required

All Saints in Weston-super-Mare is the product of a nation’s re-awakened interest in pre-Reformation church architecture and sacramental devotion.

American Museum & Gardens

Claverton Manor, Claverton, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7BD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Free garden entry for all at the American Museum & Gardens. The perfect time to experience our late summer gardens with family and friends.

Axbridge and District through the 50s and 60s

King Johns Hunting Lodge Museum, The Square, Axbridge, Somerset, BS26 2AP
In person
Pre-booking not required

A photographic and exhibit led collection that traces the lives, the work, education and experiences of the people born, living and working in the parishes at the foot of the Mendips and bordering the Levels

Bannock Farm Press

Bannock Farm, Puriton, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4TG
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Bannock Farm Press is a traditional style jobbing printer from the 1960s. We print using the traditional letterpress method using a variety of presses, with metal type and hot metal typesetting. Visitors will be able to print their own mementoes.

Bath Elim Church: Past, Present & Beyond

Elim Pentecostal Church, Charlotte Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2ND
In person
Pre-booking not required

Come and explore the rich history of our unique 10-sided decagon church. Whether you're captivated by history, seeking inspiration, or simply curious about the story of the church, you are welcome to come and enjoy this beautiful space.

Bath Jewish Burial Ground

Greendown Place, Bradford Road, Combe Down, Bath, Somerset, BA2 5DD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Visit this beautiful cemetery, resting place of Bath's Jewish community in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Experience its peaceful atmosphere, and learn about the lives of the people buried here who came to this country from so many places.

Bath on Film - Short Films about or made in Bath

Museum of Bath At Work, Julian Road, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2RH
In person
Pre-booking not required

A selection of short documentary films made about Bath in the 20th century. 13.00-14.00 Programme 1: short films and documentaries relating to Bath 14.30-15.30 Programme 2: more short films and documentaries relating to Bath

Big Battlefield Walks Weekend - Battle of Roundway Down 1643

Car Park, Roundway, Devizes, Somerset, SN10 2HZ
In person
Pre-booking required

A morning walk across the field of this important English Civil War battle where royalist cavalry decisively defeated a parliamentarian army

Birnbeck Pier - cardboard pier build workshops

Former Wilko store, The Sovereign, High Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1HL
In person
Pre-booking required

A giant cardboard installation inspired by the historic Grade II* Listed Birnbeck Pier will take shape in Weston-super-Mare’s Prince Consort Garden. Join free workshops, to help make the building blocks for the installation.

Birnbeck Pier - Meet the Team

Promenade, Birnbeck Pier, Birnbeck Road, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 2ES
In person
Pre-booking not required

North Somerset Council invites you to meet volunteers and the project team working on the restoration of Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare.

Birnbeck Pier - Past, Present and Future

Weston Museum, Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1PR
In person
Pre-booking required

North Somerset Council invites you to attend a free talk on Birnbeck Pier, covering the past, present and future of the site.

Birnbeck Pier – meet the contractors

Blakehay Theatre, 20 Wadham Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1JZ
In person
Pre-booking required

North Somerset Council invites you to attend a free special event to hear from the two principal contractors working on the Birnbeck Pier project

Brean Down Guided Tour

Brean Down, Brean, Burnham-On-Sea, Somerset, TA8 2RS
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Discover over 10,000 years of history at Brean Down on a free guided walk with one of our knowledgeable guides.

Bridgwater Arts Centre Tours

Bridgwater Arts Centre, 11-13 Castle Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3DD
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Join one of just five exclusive tours of this stunning Grade I listed Georgian building and uncover the fascinating story behind England’s very first Arts Centre. Discover hidden spaces, rich history, and the legacy that shaped a cultural landmark.

Bridgwater Historical Tapestry display

St. Marys Church, St. Mary Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3EQ
In person
Pre-booking not required

The Bridgwater Historical Tapestry tells the story of the town through beautifully embroidered panels, showcasing key moments and people from Bridgwater's fascinating history.

Bridgwater History and District Civic Society talk - "Bridgwater 1924 to 1927: Class Conflict in a Somerset Town"

Bridgwater Arts Centre, 11-13 Castle Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3DD
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Join Dave Chapple of the Bridgwater History & District Civic Society for a fascinating talk exploring “Bridgwater 1924–1927: Class Conflict in a Somerset Town.” Discover centuries of tension and resilience as the town’s story unfolds.

Carhampton Church Tower

St John the Baptist Church, Main Road, Carhampton, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6NT
In person
Pre-booking not required

Climb the spiral staircase up the church tower to see where ringing takes place, the bells and the extensive views from the top.

Chard Guildhall

Chard Town Council, The Guildhall, Fore Street, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1PP
In person
Pre-booking not required

The Guildhall is a Grade II* Listed Building in the centre of the town that dates back to 1837 and was formerly the Corn Exchange. Chard Museum volunteers will be giving guided tours and showing you an array of interesting artefacts.