Somerset
Properties and events in Somerset
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"Real Tennis, Mr Sadler's Balloon, The Hereford Chicken - and other stories from the Museum of Bath at Work"
Local historian Ann Cullis will reveal some of the fascinating tales associated with the unique and historic building occupied by the Museum of Bath at Work - built originally as Real tennis court in 1777.
Albert Mill Keynsham
Albert Mill, now a private residence, dates from 1700. Explore its history with a timeline, original pieces of machinery and a special photographic display. There will be people on hand to answer questions, a quiz for children and refreshments.
American Museum & Gardens
Incredible gardens, museum of American arts & heritage, interactive exhibition, shop, play area, American Garden Deli with valley view terrace.
Ashton Gatehouse
Ashton Gatehouse. One gateway, two worlds. The original entrance to Ashton Court Estate. Once the gateway to the Smyth family home, this Gatehouse is open for all to enjoy.
Bath Jewish Burial Ground
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.
Behind the scenes tour of Frome Museum
On the ‘Behind the Scenes’ tour of Frome Museum you will visit the vaulted basements in Bridge Street, the ‘cantilever’ staircase in the main entrance, the lower and upper exhibition Galleries, the Library and Collections Room.
Bell Ringing at St John's
Wednesday 11th September 7.30pm - 9.00pm Bell ringing practice.
Bridgwater Baptist Church, St Mary's Street Bridgwater
WW1 memorial and Roll of Honour. Church history and archives enabling you to trace your ancestors. Prayer space, poetry written and performed by our Church poet, user group information point, renovated premises tour with cellar cafe.
Carhampton Church Tower
Climb the spiral staircase up the church tower to see where ringing takes place, the bells and the extensive views from the top.
Chard Carnival Street Fayre
Chard Carnival Street Fayre will stretch the length of Holyrood Street with over 60 stalls selling lots of local produce and gifts and Entertainment, there will also be lots of information stalls and access to the historic walks from the museum.
Church of St. Luke the Evangelist, Brislington: Open church and tower tours
Come and see our 15th century Grade II* listed church set in the centre of the Brislington Conservation Area. Visit our tower and see the bells in action.
Church Tower Tours: Climb 100 steps and take in the view!
Church Tower Tours: Climb 100 steps and take in the view! Saturday 7th September 2pm-5pm
City of Wells Almshouses
Medieval almshouses with stunning gardens, a working chapel and the original Guild Hall of the city. Delicious home-baked refreshments and light lunches served all day and live music between 1400 and 1500. Free Trishaw rides into Wells available
Dawe's Twineworks
Dawe's Twineworks, West Coker, celebrates the former flax and hemp industries of south Somerset and west Dorset which flourished in the age of sail. It is now the only surviving Victorian Twineworks in the UK - and it works.
Discovering the Romans
Through fun activities, crafts and crazy rituals, uncover what it was like to live in Bath 2000 years ago. Discover the people who lived in and travelled to Aquae Sulis and how they spent their time.
Downside Abbey and Monastery Gardens
Downside Abbey is one of the architectural and historical gems of Somerset. We are offering two free guided tours. 1) The abbey church and monastic cemetery 2) The private monastery gardens.
Eyre Chantry Chapel
The Eyre Chapel is a gem of ecclesiastic Victorian architecture.
FleeceFest @Red Brick Building
Join us for FleeceFest, an afternoon of music, craft, food, creativity and getting involved at the Red Brick Building. This event has been co-created by some brilliant and inspiring young people and there's something for everyone!
Frome Town Crier Talk
Mike Bishop, Frome Town Crier for over 17 years, will be talking at Frome Museum on the history, duties and role of the town crier. Mike will also speak on the many town crier competitions he took part in.
Goathurst Village Heritage Trail - history
Part of the Goathurst Village Heritage Trail, Goathurst Village Hall will host an exhibition of how people and events in history have shaped the village to be the community it is today.
Goathurst Village Heritage Trail - Temple of Pan
The Temple of Pan is part of the Goathurst Village Heritage Trail. The Temple of Pan was built as an ornamental folly as part of the landscape and gardens of the Halswell Park Estate in the 1770s.
Goathurst Village Heritage Trail-St Edward, King and Martyr Church
Visit the church as part of the unique Goathurst Village Heritage Trail. View the wealth of ancient tombs and monuments to the Halswell-Kemeys-Tynte families and discover the fascinating links between the church and nearby Halswell House and Park.
Goathurst Village Trail: Robin Hood's Hut
Visit Robin Hood's Hut open to the public for the first time since 2022 visit The Landmark Trust's folly in Goathurst.
Grays Almshouse
As part of the national Heritage Open Days, Taunton Heritage Trust will be opening Gray's Almshouse and Chapel on Saturday 14th September.
Hinton Watermill
An 18C watermill built by the geologist and Canal engineer William Smith. The mill still has its machinery and retains a unique atmosphere of how it was left in the 1940s when it stopped work. Set in a farm yard with other historical buildings.
Huntspill Hub Heritage Centre and Classic Car Show
On Saturday 14th September, St. Peter & All Hallows Church, West Huntspill, Highbridge, Somerset will be hosting, with the annual village Classic Car Show, an insight into the history and heritage of the Church and the local village. Teas & talks!
In Our Shoes: Street Scapes
Join us in Street, Somerset to see the history of shoemaking and non conformity brought to life as you walk, sashay and glide through our heritage walking trail which ends at the historic Grade II Listed house, The Grange, for a picnic and lawn games
Keynsham Methodism in the footsteps of the Wesley's
Explore, see and listen to the history of Methodism from the 18th century to today. Our curators will introduce you to the story of how John and Charles Wesley, and Methodists since, have influenced the growth and development of life in Keynsham.
Meet the Engineers
Clifton Suspension Bridge Trust is working on a landmark project to protect the bridge's 180-year-old suspension chains. Meet the intrepid team ‘walking the chains’ to hand paint the bridge’s 4,200 individual links.
Memory Café – Taunton 1950s to Now at Somerset Heritage Centre
Share your memories of Taunton in the 20th century at Somerset Heritage Centre, be reminded with photographs and documents relating to the town, and enjoy a cup of tea.
Montacute House
A masterpiece of Elizabethan Renaissance architecture and design, towering walls of glass, glowing ham stone & surrounding garden and parkland. The upper floors of the house will remain closed for 2024 there is plenty to see on the ground floor.
Newton Park - home of Bath Spa University
Bath Spa University opens its doors for everyone to enjoy our Georgian house, our lake and landscape, the walled gardens, picnic areas and beautiful views.
Organ talk and tour
A fun, musical demonstration for all ages of our remarkable Klais church organ by our Director of Music and Assistant Organist, followed by the chance to hear a recital (10th Sept only) and see the organ close up on a unique ‘backstage’ tour.
Orthodox Church of the Nativity of the Mother of God
An opportunity to see the interior of our church, with information available and people to speak to. The church was built in 1888 and converted to use as an Orthodox church in 1968.
Pilton Tithe Barn
An early 14th century barn which has been repaired and roofed in traditional green oak carpentry.
Prior Park
Prior Park will open for free on 7 and 14 September - come and see the recent restoration and find out more about the archaeology and conservation of the garden.
Roman Baths Clore Learning Centre
Volunteer Day – find out about volunteering with school groups and talk to members of the learning team at the Roman Baths Clore Learning Centre.
Roman Baths Local History Store - Lansdown
Explore weird and wonderful objects from Victorian spa equipment to Georgian furniture. Join a treat of a tour at 10am, 12 noon and 2pm. Booking essential - [email protected]
Saltford Brass Mill
Ancient Monument and Listed (Grade II*) remnant of the brass industry which thrived in the Avon Valley in the 18th & 19th Centuries. We show how the mill worked, how it came to survive into the 21st Century and its impact on local social history.
Somerset Brick and Tile Museum
Visit the last bottle brick kiln in Somerset and enjoy a guided tour around the museum followed by a tile making demonstration.
Southcot Burial Ground
A hidden oasis in the centre of Bath. Come and discover it for yourself. This year will include a family trail.
St James Church Taunton
Church Tower will be Open. Displays of Church History - Stories of people from the past connected with our church community.
Studio B Letterpress Workshop tour
Studio B is a letterpress printing workshop established in 2004 by Carl Middleton. It aims to celebrate and maintain the heritage of letterpress printing 'through use'.
Sweet Track Walk
Step back in time and tread the ancient paths of Neolithic Britain with a guided walk along the famed Sweet Track on the Somerset Levels.
Taunton Brewhouse - The history and a bit of behind the scenes
This year Taunton Brewhouse celebrates 10 years since reopening under the management of Taunton Theatre Association You may think you know lots about us, but come along to find out about the history of our building and visit behind the scenes
Taunton Masonic Hall
Join us at Taunton Masonic Hall Open Day.
The Belle of Lyme Regis: Belmont open days
Join us to explore Belmont, a fine 18th century maritime villa in Lyme Regis.
The Chapel of the Three Kings at Fosters Almshouses
The Almshouses and Chapel are grade II* listed buildings on Colston Street. They were founded by John Foster, a wealthy 15th-century merchant, to provide accommodation for Bristol's poor and elderly.
The Dovecote at Abbey Farm, Montacute
Walk up towards the beautiful ancient monastic priory fields and see the restored Grade II listed dovecote with the unique double nesting boxes.
Walcot Methodist Chapel
The original ‘Walcot Chapel’ is the oldest Methodist chapel in Bath. It is a place of worship for the congregation of Bath Methodist Church on Sundays and open for other activities and community groups during the week.
Woodspring Priory by the Sea
Join us to explore Woodspring Priory on either Saturday 14 - Sunday 15 September 2024.