What is on in Somerset?
Within this section we have tried to showcase activities, days out, sports and events, fun for the family and dates of interest. Clearly we cannot due justice to every event held in Somerset but hope you find this brief summary useful. If you are holding an event in Somerset you may add this to The Somerset Diary at no charge simply contact us for information. Email diary@somersetsfinest.co.uk
The New Somerset Diary for 2008
May
Badminton Horse Trials: in Gloucestershire
One of the toughest and most exciting equestrian events.
1st - 4th May, Tel: 08702 423436
Annual Bath Spring Flower Show: at Royal Victoria Park
Held over the May Bank Holiday weekend in the beautiful surroundings of Royal Victoria Park.
3rd - 5th May, Tel: 01225 396903
Bath International Music Festival: at Various Venues
One of the most prestigious music festivals in the UK.
21st May - 7th June, Tel: 01225 463362
Bath Fringe Festival: at Various Venues
This festival encompasses every aspect of contemporary art from drama and comedy, to street theatre and music.
23rd May - 8th June, Tel: 01225 463362
The Royal Bath & West Show: at the Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet
28th May - 31st May, Tel: 01749 822200
June
Somerset County Cricket Festival: at Bath Recreation Ground
Early June (TBC), Tel: 0845 337 1875
Glastonbury Festival: at Pilton
27th - 29th June
July
The Roman Baths by Torchlight: at the Roman Baths
Relax and enjoy the romantic torchlit ambience of the Great Bath.
1st July - 31st Aug, Tel: 01225 477785
Channel 4 Taste of Bath: at Royal Victoria Park
Explore different cuisines, enjoy fine wines, champagnes and speciality beers all in the beautiful setting of Royal Victoria Park.
3rd - 6th July, Tel: 0906 711 2000 (50p / min)
Forever Friends Concert: at The Recreation Ground
4th - 6th July
WOMAD Festival: at Charlton Park
25th - 27th July
Bath International Guitar Festival: at Various venues
26th July to 9th Aug (TBC), Tel: 01225 463362
August
The Roman Baths by Torchlight: at the Roman Baths
Relax and enjoy the romantic torchlit ambience of the Great Bath.
1st July - 31st Aug, Tel: 01225 477785
Gatcombe Park Horse Trials: at Gatcombe Park
1st - 3rd Aug, Tel: 01423 339423
September
National Amateur Gardening Show: at the Bath and West Showground, Shepton Mallett
5th - 7th Sept, Tel: 01749 822200
Bath Festival of Children's Literature: at Various Venues
19th - 28th Sept, Tel: 01225 463362
The Jane Austen Festival: at Venues throughout Bath
19th - 28th Sept, Tel: 01225 443000
October
Bath Bach Festival: at Various Venues
End Nov, Tel: 01225 463362
November
Bath Film Festival: at Various venues
End Oct - Beg Nov (TBC), Tel: 01225 401149
Bath Mozart Festival: at Various Venues
Mid Nov (TBC), Tel: 01225 429750
Jane Austen's Regency Christmas: at The Jane Austen Centre
End Nov (TBC), Tel: (01225) 443000
November – December
Christmas at Claverton: at the American Museum
22nd Nov - 14th Dec, Tel: 01225 460503
Bath Christmas Market: Abbey Churchyard and surrounding areas
27th Nov to 7th Dec (TBC), Tel: 0906 711 2000 (50p / min)
Carols by Candlelight, City of Bath Bach Choir: at The Pump Room
Mid Dec (TBC), Tel: 01225 463362
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