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January

Mill Demonstration Day
Hestercombe Gardens
Throughout the year there will be opportunities to learn more about the workings of the Watermill with demonstrations of the different pieces of machinery in ... More

February

Humdinger and Hestercombe Hurtle Road Race
Hestercombe Gardens
Running Forever’s Hestercombe Humdinger and Hestercombe Hurtle Road Race
For full details visit the website www.thehestercombehumdinger.co.uk or contact Richard Palmer on 07903047072 to join in this ... More

Mill Demonstration Day
Hestercombe Gardens
A second opportunity to learn more about the workings of the Watermill with demonstrations of the different pieces of machinery in the Mill Room – ... More

Spring Quizzes and Trails
Hestercombe Gardens
Half-term holiday
Half Term Spring Quizzes and Trails through the Gardens. Available all day, every day FREE event. Garden admission only ... More

March

A Five Year Old Could do That: Trying to Make Sense of Modern Art
Hestercombe Gardens
A captivating talk presented by Richard Kay looking at a few of the puzzling, controversial and intriguing aspects of modern art from 1900 to the present day, ... More

Classic Car and Vehicle Day
Taunton Racecourse

In Aid of St Margaret's Hospice at the Rural Living Spring Show

Classic Vehicle enthusiasts will gather on the centre of the racecourse to show off ... More

Mill Demonstration Day
Hestercombe Gardens
An opportunity to learn more about the workings of the Watermill with demonstrations of the different pieces of machinery in the Mill Room – apple ... More

Mothers’ Day Lunch and Tea
Hestercombe Gardens
From 12 noon
All Mum’s deserve a treat on Mothering Sunday - a special lunch or tea at Hestercombe is the perfect way to celebrate. Sumptuous ... More

School’s Science Challenge
Hestercombe Gardens
Themed activities for the National Science & Engineer Week. Hestercombe will be hosting activities for school groups linking with a central theme. Groups can register ... More

The Confident Gardener – ‘Seed Sowing & Saving’
Hestercombe Gardens
Early March
9a.m. to 1p.m.
Formal Gardens’ Supervisor, Claire Reid, shares expertise and knowledge of different types of seeds, seed treatment for germination and types of compost to ... More

April

Charcoal Burning Days
Hestercombe Gardens
Hot dates for your diary
12th, 13th & 15th April
A chance to see how Hestercombe’s charcoal is made. The kiln is loaded on the first day, ... More

Easter Holiday Fun
Hestercombe Gardens
Easter Holidays
Bunny Trails and Easter quizzes through the gardens every day. Garden admission only ... More

Easter School Holiday Fun
Hestercombe Gardens
Easter Holidays
Active Hestercombe and Creative Hestercombe offer fun, exciting, fully supervised activities in the Easter Holiday. While Active Hestercombe has a range of outdoor adventurous activities ... More

Easter Weekend at Hestercombe
Hestercombe Gardens
Easter
Delicious lunches, teas and special children’s treats in our Coffee Shop and Stables Restaurant over the Easter weekend. ... More

Lovin’ Revision!
Hestercombe Gardens
Mid-April
Aimed at those working towards GCSE examinations, each session will cover a different element of the curriculum. Andy Holden, Bsc Hons, PGCE, Hestercombe’s Education Officer ... More

Toddle Waddle
Hestercombe Gardens
Early April
Fun charity walk for the under 5s... ... More

May

Charcoal Burning Days
Hestercombe Gardens
Hot dates for your diary - 24th, 25th & 27th May
A chance to see how Hestercombe’s charcoal is made. The kiln is loaded on the ... More

Rural Living Spring Show
Taunton Racecourse
Early May

Over 100 Indoor and Outdoor stands showcasing local Crafts, Food Producers and Eco businesses with Craft Demonstrations, Children’s Entertainer, Facepainter and Producers Café.

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Seed and Plant Swap Day
Hestercombe Gardens
10a.m. to 5p.m.
Bring in your extra seedlings, half used seed packets and divided plants from your garden and swap them with other keen gardeners – ... More

June

Active Hestercombe in the Half Term School Holiday
Hestercombe Gardens
Half-term Holiday
Active Hestercombe and Creative Hestercombe offer fun, exciting, fully supervised activities in the Half Term Holiday. While Active Hestercombe has a range of outdoor adventurous ... More

Charcoal Burning Days
Hestercombe Gardens
Hot dates for your diary - 21st, 22nd & 24th June
A chance to see how Hestercombe’s charcoal is made. The kiln is loaded on the ... More

Fathers Day
Hestercombe Gardens
Fathers Day
Fun events to celebrate Fathers Day ... More

Half Term Trails and Quizzes
Hestercombe Gardens
Half-term holiday
Garden admission only
Looking good in the garden in June… Red campions, foxgloves, summer wild flowers, summer bedding on the Victorian Terrace, orange tiger lilies, Madonna lilies, ... More

Life-Music Festival
The Taunton Academy
Live Music on Wellsprings main stage and Acoustic stage.

Family tickets can be bought in advance. All tickets are available through The Taunton Academy, Taunton Tourist Information ... More

Mill Demonstration Day
Hestercombe Gardens
Early June
Opportunity to learn more about the workings of the Watermill with demonstrations of the different pieces of machinery in the Mill Room – apple crushing, ... More

July

Active Hestercombe all Summer School Holiday
Hestercombe Gardens
Active Hestercombe and Creative Hestercombe offer fun, exciting, fully supervised activities in the Summer Holiday. While Active Hestercombe has a range of outdoor adventurous activities ... More

Butterfly Week
Hestercombe Gardens
Late July
Join the British Butterfly conservation team for delightful and informative walks in the gardens, woods and wildflower meadow seeing and identifying the many beautiful butterflies ... More

National Salad Week
Hestercombe Gardens
Late July
Summer Salads at Hestercombe
Using our own produce together with locally grown, Head Chef, Martin Osedo, will tantalize taste buds with new and exiting salads, bursting ... More

August

Active Hestercombe all Summer School Holiday
Hestercombe Gardens
Active Hestercombe and Creative Hestercombe offer fun, exciting, fully supervised activities in the Summer Holiday. While Active Hestercombe has a range of outdoor adventurous activities ... More

Fun Dog Show
West Hatch RSPCA Centre
From 11am - 3pm. There will be lots of classes including "Waggiest tail", "Dog judge would most like to take home", as well as ... More

Taunton Flower Show
Hestercombe Gardens
Early August
The Garden Team proudly showcases Hestercombe at Taunton’s premier flower show. Visit us on the stand and hear about all the latest developments.

Tel: 07775 563251
... More

September

Cider Cheese & Chutney Festival
Hestercombe Gardens
This popular family day out has become an annual event. The day celebrates our fine local heritage of artisan food, beer and cider. Stalls are ... More

In the Mood For Food
Hestercombe Gardens
Late September
Another in the series of cookery demonstrations with Head Chef, Martin Osedo. With our own herb garden and a Chef who loves to cook ... More

The Autumn Country Family Affair
Hestercombe Gardens
10a.m. to 5p.m.
The Autumn Country Affair develops each year making the event an absolute must on your autumn calendar!
The fun takes place on the Orangery ... More

October

Active Hestercombe in the October Half Term 2011
Hestercombe Gardens
Active Hestercombe and Creative Hestercombe offer fun, exciting, fully supervised activities in the Easter Holiday. While Active Hestercombe has a range of outdoor adventurous activities ... More

Den Building & Woodland Skills Day
Hestercombe Gardens
Early October
A great family day out in the woods! Loads of fun with woodland crafts including fire lighting, camouflage and concealment and traditional den building.
Booking is ... More

Mill Demonstration Day
Hestercombe Gardens
Late October
Another opportunity to learn more about the workings of the Watermill with demonstrations of the different pieces of machinery in the Mill Room – apple ... More

Spooky Trail in the Gardens
Hestercombe Gardens
Half-term Holiday
In the October School Holidays
Our fiendishly clever Estates Team will be full of mischief and devilment when they dress the Landscape Garden with witches, wizards ... More

Taunton & District Illuminated Carnival
Town Centre
Mid October
Tel: 01823 123456 ... More

November

Hestercombe’s Christmas Market
Hestercombe Gardens
Mid-November
Hestercombe glitters and sparkles at the Christmas Market. A variety of over 50 high quality stalls. Beat the crowds and enjoy the sights, sounds and ... More

Mill Demonstration Day
Hestercombe Gardens
Early November
Another opportunity to learn more about the workings of the Watermill with demonstrations of the different pieces of machinery in the Mill Room – apple ... More

Mill Demonstration Day
Hestercombe Gardens
Late November
Another opportunity to learn more about the workings of the Watermill with demonstrations of the different pieces of machinery in the Mill Room – apple ... More

December

Father Christmas is landing at Hestercombe!
Hestercombe Gardens
He’s making a list and checking it twice… and looks forward to meeting you in the Octagon Summer House. Fairy lights, elves, mince pies, turkey ... More

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