Wed 02 April - Sun 13 July
12-2pm | Aston Martin Car Rally
A collection of prestigious cars; Aston Martins drawn up in front of the Court House for a lunchtime picnic. | Barrington Court | Contact: Margaret Stone
Telephone: 01460 241938
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Sat 10 May
11.00am - 4.00pm | Yeovil Town Criers' Open Competition 2008
Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! Everyone is welcome to attend this year's Yeovil Town Criers' Open Competition, which will be hosted by Bruce Trigger - Yeovil's very own Town Crier. Almost thirty town criers from all over the UK will be taking part in what promises to be yet another colourful and entertaining event in Yeovil's calendar. As well as watching the Town Criers perform, visitors will be able to enjoy the award-winning Yeovil Town Band, who will be playing in the Performing Arts Area from 1.00pm to 2.00pm. The event is free and seating is provided. | Performing Arts Area, The Triangle, Yeovil | Contact: Neil Gage
Telephone: 01935 382424
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Sat 10 May
7.30pm to 9.30pm | The Blagovest Ensemble
Guardians Charity Concert, fourth year running "The Blagovest Ensemble" Six Opera stars from St Petersburg sing Russian folk songs & church music.
| Martock Parish Church - Martock | Contact: Kathleen Lewis
Telephone: 01935-822706
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Mon 12 May
19.30 | Speed Dating in Yeovil.
Hi,we have Speeddating in Yeovil 12/5/08 for age group 25-40.Meet upto 20 singles in one night!Its a fun night for all so why not come along and ejoy an evening with other singles looking for the love of their life!Price is £20 each but if you book a group of 3 its £40 (3 for the price of 2!)So book up now to secure your place! Online at www.speeddatessouthwest.com or call 07799064218 and leave a message. | Barloko | Contact: Graham
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Sat 17 May
10am-4pm | Specialist Plant Sale
A large selection of Specialist nurseries from throughout the South of England will be exhibiting a wide variety of plants to suit all tastes and pockets. Admission £2.50 in aid of St Mary's Church, Yarlington which includes access to the extensive 2 acre gardens including lawns, laid out with pleached limes and an italian sunken garden. Refreshements available. Yarlington Nr. Wincanton is 1 mile of the A371 Castle Cary to Wincanton Road. | Yarlington House | Contact: Melissa Foster
Telephone: 07999338073
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Sun 18 May
10.00 am - 4.00 pm | Steam Train Day, including exhibition of model engineering
Steam train rides in historic rolling stock miniature railway. Unlimited rides on day included in admission. Shop, light refreshments. Demonstration of turntable & first train ride 11am. | Yeovil Railway Centre, Yeovil Junction Station, Stoford | Contact: Yeovil Railway Centre
Telephone: 01935 410 420
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| Sat 24 May - Mon 26 May | Beer Festival
Beer Festival at the Prince of Wales Pub on Ham Hill is taking place from 24-26 May 2008. There will be live music each day.
| Ham Hill | Telephone: 01935 822848
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Sun 25 May
7.00 am - 7.00 pm | St Margaret's Hospice Charity Walk
Fourth annual walk between St Margaret's two hospices in Taunton & Yeovil. Choice of easy distances for all abilities. | Yeovil - Taunton | Contact: Carol Taylor
Telephone: 01935 709493
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Mon 26 May
10.00 am - 6.00 pm | Sherborne Castle Country Fair, Retriever Event & Rare Breeds Show.
A full day packed with fun activities and displays, animal agility to clay pigeon shoot, dragon boat racing, driving carriages. Trade stands, Food Hall, Crafts Courtyard - all in the grounds of Sherborne Castle. | Sherborne Castle, New Road, Sherborne. | Contact: Sherborne Castle Country Fair Committee
Telephone: 01749 813 899
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Mon 26 May
10am - 4pm | May Fayre
This event will happen on the grassy area outside Goldenstones. A free event full of green crafts, wildlife exhibits and yummy local food. Join us for great day out and learn about your fabulous local Green Flag Country Park. | Yeovil Country Park | Contact: Katy menday
Telephone: 01935 462462
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Wed 28 May - Sat 31 May
0900 - 1830 | Royal Bath & West of England Show
There's so much more that you think at the Royal Bath & West Show. Offering a perfect and inspirational day out for all the family. For details and advance booking visit our website.
| The Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4 6QN | Contact: Martha Harley
Telephone: 01749 822200
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Thu 29 May
7:45pm | Wyvern Morris Men
Wyvern Morris Men perform at Podimore Inn, Podimore.
| Podimore | Telephone: 01935 840484
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Sat 31 May
11:00am - 5:30pm | Medieval Pageant
Fun for all the family : Medieval Battle, Falconry, Crafts, Living History, Jesters, Belly Dancing, Jousting, Home Cooked food and Bar, and Musical Entertainment.
(In aid of Wessex Ambulance Service and King Arthur's School Music Dept)
Adults £4.50, Children £3.00, and Family (up to 3 children) £12.00) .
| Templecombe | Telephone: 01935 815341
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Sat 31 May
10am until 2pm | Levels Best Award-winning Food and Craft Market
30 stalls of the best food and drink produced within Somerset Levels and Moors. Taste samples of locally produces, fresh food. Free parking, level access. The National Trust House, Gardens, Cafe and Shop are also open. | Old Stable Courtyard, Montacute House, TA15 6XP | Contact: Elaine Spencer-White
Telephone: 01458 241401
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Sat 31 May
10.00 am - 2.00 pm | Levels' Best Market Place at Montacute House
A market place dedicated to high quality food & drink produced on the Somerset Levels & Moors. The NT shop and cafe is open. The house and gardens are open from March to October. | The Old Stable Courtyard at Montacute House | Contact: Somerset Food Links
Telephone: 01458 241 401
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Wed 02 April - Sun 13 July
12-2pm | Aston Martin Car Rally
A collection of prestigious cars; Aston Martins drawn up in front of the Court House for a lunchtime picnic. | Barrington Court | Contact: Margaret Stone
Telephone: 01460 241938
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Sun 08 June
10.00 am - 4.00 pm | Steam Train Day
Steam train rides in historic rolling stock miniature railway. Unlimited rides on day included in admission. Shop, light refreshments. Demonstration of turntable & first train ride 11am.
| Yeovil Railway Centre, Yeovil Junction Station, Stoford | Telephone: 01935 410 420
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Mon 09 June
19.30 | Speed Dating in Yeovil.
Hi,we have Speeddating in Yeovil at Barloko for age group 40-55 on Mon 09 June.Meet upto 20 other singles looking for the love of their life!Its a fun evening that even if you dont meet your love you will meet new friends instead so why not give it a try!.Price is £15 if booked before May 1st (20 after) or if you book a group of 3 then you only pay for 2! You can book online at www.speeddatessouthwest.com or call 07799064218 and leave a message. | Barloko | Contact: Graham
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Fri 13 June
7.30 pm - 10.00 pm | Open Air Shakespeare - Much Ado About Nothing
Enjoy some open air Shakespeare - Much Ado About Nothing in the glorious surroundings of Montacute House. Booking is essential. Outside event - Adults £11, Children £7. | Montacute House | Contact: Open Air Shakespeare - booking essential
Telephone: 0870 3000 579
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Sat 14 June - Sun 15 June
10.00am - 17.00pm | Fathers Day Weekend - Dream Car Rides`
Treat Dad to a special day out with a ride in one of the Museum's cars, from supercar to luxury car the choice is yours! | Haynes International Motor Museum | Telephone: 01963 440804
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| Sat 14 June - Sun 15 June | SOUTH WEST MODEL RAILWAY SHOW
A major new event. Following the success of the Museum's two annual model shows, we are introducing a new show aimed purely at the model railway enthusiast. Supported by manufacturers Hornby and Peco, the show will take place over two days and in addition to numerous trade stands, the Show will feature some of the UK's most impressive layouts including the 40 ft long Tarrant Valley and the 59 ft long layout by the Westford modellers Group. Advance tickets for the Model Railway show can be purchased by going online to the museum's website www.fleetairarm.com six weeks prior to the event or from the Museum's Ticket Office.
(Please note that June 14/15 are two of five days in 2008 when those with Gift Aid passes will not be given free entry) | Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS | Telephone: 01935 842614
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| Sun 15 June | Father's Day Outing
If you are wondering how to say thanks to the 'Best Dad in the World' then why not bring him along to the Museum for a day out he'll really love. Not only will he be able to go on Concorde and see the award winning aircraft carrier experience, he'll also see the South West Model Railway Show.
| Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS | Contact: The Marketing Department
Telephone: 01935 842638
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Sun 15 June
2.00 pm - 4.00 pm | Jazz on the Lawn
Come and listen to the wonderful Confederation New Orleans Jazz Band on Barrington Court's South Lawn. This is an outdoor event, so feel free to bring picnics and chairs or blankets. | Barrington Court | Telephone: 01460 241 938
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Fri 27 June
8.00 pm (doors open 7.00pm) | Outdoor concert with Blues, Latin & Jazz singer Judy Shire and her band
Enjoy a relaxing evening of mellow blues and jazz while picnicing on the castle lawns -
| Sherborne Castle Grounds | Telephone: 01935 813 182
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Sat 28 June
10am until 2pm | Levels' Best Award-winning Food and Craft Market
30 stalls selling the best food and drink produced within the Somerset Levels and Moors. Seasonal, fresh, local food. Friendly service and on most stalls a chance to taste a sample before you buy. The National Trust House, Gardens, Cafe and Shop are also open. Free parking and level access. | Old Stable Courtyard, Montacute House, TA15 6XP | Contact: Elaine Spencer-White
Telephone: 01458 241401
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Sat 28 June - Sun 29 June
10am - 4pm | Italian Market Comes to Yeovil Town Centre
On Saturday 28th June and Sunday 29th June a an Italian Market is coming to town.
The Market is a traditional Italian Food Market. It will consist of up to 18 plain white gazebos each measuring 3m by 3m. All of the food is imported (except the bread) directly from producers in Italy. Foods on offer will include a wide range of cheeses & cured meats, a wonderful selection of the classic torrone (nougat) from Cremona, a variety of biscuits, cakes & sweets, many types of olive oils & balsamic vinegars and a selection of olives. There will also be different shaped & sized pasta, speciality breads & some hot foods, such as fresh Italian Cotechini (sausages) in a bun and Arancini di Riso from Sicily, which are balls of rice in breadcrumb with various fillings. World Record Attempt Tamburinos, the Quedam Centre and Town Centre Partnership have now registered with Guinness World Records in order to attempt to make the longest line of pizzas. We intend to run the line through the Quedam centre on Sunday June 29th.
The record holder is currently ~ Tiziano Shopping Centre Tenant’s Union Treviso, Italy and stands at 186.3 m (611 ft 2 in) and was set on October 28th 2006.
We intend to Smash the record and are now awaiting the go ahead from Guinness World Records | Town Centre | Contact: Ian Budd
Telephone: 01935 462422
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| Sun 29 June | The Living Memories Day
This free Family Learning Event will provide an opportunity for visitors to exchange and discover memories and to learn how to record family memories in various forms; written, photographic, audio, moving images, family object collections, blogs etc. Guidance will be available for those wishing to understand or interpret a relative's service career. Emphasis will be given to the value of inter-generational exchange; from old to young and vice versa. The event will publicise the stories collected, involve the veterans already recorded and perhaps, find new sources for recording.
The Memory Collection
If you would like to contribute to our living memories archive please contact Julia Hodson. | Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS | Contact: Julia Hodson (Head of Visitor Services )
Telephone: 01935 842620
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Sun 29 June
10.30 am - 4.30 pm | Gartell Light Railway Open Day
2 foot gauge railway running in part along the track bed of the former Somerset & Dorset line. On most open days an intensive steam and diesel-hauled service is in operation with departures every 15 mins. All coaches fully enclosed. | Gartell Light Railway, Common Lane, Yenston, near Templecombe, BA8 0NB. | Telephone: 01935 891 240
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Wed 02 April - Sun 13 July
12-2pm | Aston Martin Car Rally
A collection of prestigious cars; Aston Martins drawn up in front of the Court House for a lunchtime picnic. | Barrington Court | Contact: Margaret Stone
Telephone: 01460 241938
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| Sat 05 July | YEOVILTON AIR DAY
Yeovilton Air Day will be a stunning day for the aviation enthusiast. Air Day ticket holders will be given discounted entry to the Museum. Tickets for Air Day can be purchased in advance through the Museum, Tel: 01935 842616. (Please note that Air Day is not organised directly by the Museum and therefore Season Ticket holders to the Museum are not eligible for free entry to Air Day. Sorry. Please also note that July 5th is one of five days in 2008 when those with Gift Aid passes will not be given free entry) | Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS | Telephone: 01935 842616
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Sun 06 July
10.00 am - 4.00 pm | Steam Train Day
Steam train rides in historic rolling stock miniature railway. Unlimited rides on day included in admission. Shop, light refreshments. Demonstration of turntable & first train ride 11am.
| Yeovil Railway Centre, Yeovil Junction Station, Stoford | Telephone: 01935 410 420
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Sun 06 July
11.00 am | Cancer Research UK 'Race for Life'.
Cancer Research UK 5k ladies charity fun run. Charity fund raising run through the beautiful parklands and grounds of the Sherborne Castle Estates. | Sherborne Castle | Contact: Sherborne Castle -
Telephone: 01935 813 182
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Fri 11 July - Sat 12 July
Gates open 5pm, Music from 6pm - 11.30 pm | Music for Africa
The Music for Africa Festival 2008 - Headlining on Friday will be Sgt Peppers Only Dartboard Band and on Saturday The Rolling Clones. Contact Yeovil Tourist Information Centre - tickets available from 1st May 2008. | Montacute House | Contact: Yeovil Tourist Information Centre -
Telephone: 01935 845 946
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Sat 19 July
10am until 2pm | Levels' Best Award-winning food and drink market
30 stalls selling the best food and drink produced within the Somerst Levels and Moors. Friendly service and the chance to taste before you buy. There is free parking and level access. The National Trust House, Gardens, Cafe and Shop are also open. | Old Stable Courtyard, Montacute House, TA15 6XP | Contact: Elaine Spencer-White
Telephone: 01458 241401
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Sat 19 July
10am-3pm | Third Leigh Village Festival and Classic Car Show.
You will be able to taste and buy some of the best food on offer from local producers, which will be on display at the Food Fair. The Stallholders will include:- Bridfish, Dorset Blue Cheese and Soup Company, Fudges, Gustosecco, Leakers Bakery, Olives Et Al., Rural Foods, Sauces of Choice, Sherborne Castle Estate Wines, Somerset Cider Brandy Co, Three Gates Farm (Beef Producers), Reads Coffee Roasters, Parkers and Chris’s Kitchen. There will also be an array of Classic Cars on display. Flower arrangements and a lunch-time recital will be in the church. Barbecued Hamburgers & Sausages, Refreshments, Ice cream and Beer will be here! The money raised from the Food Fair will go to the New Village Hall with a donation to St Andrew’s Church. Please spread the word to your friends and relations – this really is a day NOT to be missed. For further information please contact: Elizabeth Turnbull Tel: 01935 873846 – E mail:
julian.turnbull@virgin.net | Village of Leigh, Nr Sherborne | Contact: Elizabeth Turnbull
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Sun 20 July
10.00 am - 5.00 pm | Classics at the Castle - Classic Car Show
Vintage & classic car displays, classic car run, trade & craft stands, autojumble, family entertainments.
| Sherborne Castle | Contact: Sherborne Castle
Telephone: 01935 813 182
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Sat 26 July
To be confirmed | Somerton Horse Show
A one day horse & pony show which has been running for over 50 yrs. Many classes available including showjumping, showing, pony games, dressage etc This show is in aid of local charities.
| Home Farm, Kingweston, Nr Somerton | Contact: Somerton Horse Show
Telephone: 01935 845 946
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Sun 27 July
10.00am - 6.00 pm | Craft & Garden Fair at Montacute House
Exhibition, demonstration & sale of traditional and contemporary crafts, artwork, a large selection of plants, garden furniture, garden supplies & children's entertainment. | Montacute Park, Montacute House, Montacute, Nr Yeovil, TA15 6XP | Contact: Craft & Garden Fair Organisers
Telephone: 01202 842 407
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Sun 27 July
7.00 pm (doors open 6.00 pm) | Illyria Outdoor Theatre 'Pinocchio'
Highly entertaining open-air theatre on the castle lawns, bring picnics and low back chairs or rugs.
| Sherborne Castle | Contact: Sherborne Castle
Telephone: 01935 813 182
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Sun 27 July
10.30 am - 4.30 pm | Gartell Light Railway Open Day
2 foot gauge railway running in part along the track bed of the former Somerset & Dorset line. On most open days an intensive steam and diesel-hauled service is in operation with departures every 15 mins. All coaches fully enclosed. | Gartell Light Railway, Common Lane, Yenston, near Templecombe, BA8 0NB. | Contact: Gartell Light Railway
Telephone: 01935 891 240
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Sun 03 August
10.00 am - 4.00 pm | Steam Train Day
Steam train rides in historic rolling stock miniature railway. Unlimited rides on day included in admission. Shop, light refreshments. Demonstration of turntable & first train ride 11am.
| Yeovil Railway Centre, Yeovil Junction Station, Stoford | Telephone: 01935 410 420
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Sun 03 August
10.30 am - 4.30 pm - deaprtures every 15 mins | Gartell Light Railway Open Day
2 foot gauge railway running in part along the track bed of the former Somerset & Dorset line. On most open days an intensive steam and diesel-hauled service is in operation with departures every 15 mins. All coaches fully enclosed. | Gartell Light Railway, Common Lane, Yenston, near Templecombe, BA8 0NB. | Telephone: 01935 891 240
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| Mon 04 August - Fri 29 August | SUMMER FAMILY ACTIVITIES
The long school summer holidays give everyone the opportunity to visit the Museum for a truly memorable day out. Concorde, The Aircraft Carrier Experience and the largest collection of naval aircraft this side of the Atlantic. And everyday throughout the summer holidays there is something extra at the Museum from Family Trails which take place everyday to special workshops in which the whole family can take part. (Mon - Fri). | Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS | Telephone: 01935 842638
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Fri 08 August
7.30 pm (doors open at 6.30pm) | Illyria Outdoor Theatre "The Merry Wives of Windsor"
Highly entertaining open-air theatre on the castle lawns, bring picnics and low back chairs or rugs.
| Sherborne Castle | Telephone: 01935 812 182
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Sun 10 August
10am - 5pm | Live Action Day
An action packed day, including powertool drag racing, wacky racers, dream car rides and dragster burn out!
| Haynes International Motor Museum | Contact: Kim Sanders
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| Sun 10 August | DALEK INVASION!
Prepare to have the living daylights scared out of you! Only the brave should visit the Museum on Aug 10th. The security staff at RNAS Yeovilton have been placed on a state of high alert as we have been advised that a full army of twelve Daleks led by the dreaded Black Dalek and accompanied by menacing Cyber Men and Ice Warriors plan to invade the Museum and terrorise the public. A Dr Who exhibition will be on display with a Tardis, Davros and K9 among the exhibits. Throughout the Museum, Dr Who Traders and enthusiasts will be on hand and there will even be an opportunity to
attend "An Audience with a Dalek" when visitors can ask some of the better behaved Daleks the questions on everyone's mind for example "How do you get up stairs".
Children are encouraged to arrive in Sci-Fi fancy dress and normal admission prices will apply. The Museum will open at 10.00am
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Wed 13 August
10.00am - 4.00 pm | Yeovil Flower & Gardeners' Market
Market and entertainment incorporating Yeovil in Bloom gardening competition presentations. | Lower Middle Street, Yeovil | Contact: Yeovil Town Council
Telephone: 01935 382 424
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Sun 17 August
11.00 - 17.30 | Yeovil Games
Track and Field Athletics - Open Meeting and incorporates the Dennett Tropy.
| Yeovil Athletic Arena | Contact: Ken Moody
Telephone: 01935 476562
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Sun 17 August
10am-5pm | Roary the Racing Car
For the first time in the South, your chance to meet Roary and Big Chris, from the smash hit show 'Roary the Racing Car', appearing at intervals throughout the day.
| Haynes International Motor Museum | Contact: Kim Sanders
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Mon 25 August
Show Times 11:30 and 2;30 | Italian Job Stunt Show
Back by popular demand, watch Russ Swift perorm his world famous Mini stunt show. See two wheel driving, car dance routines, donuts and handbrake parking. | Haynes International Motor Museum | Contact: Kim Sanders
Telephone: 01963 440804
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Sun 31 August
10am-5:30pm | Live Action Day
A fun filled day, including museum car parade, drifting and rally demonstrations, childrens activities and events. | Haynes International Motor Museum | Contact: Kim Sanders
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Sun 31 August
7.30 pm (doors open 6.30pm) | "The Hound of the Baskervilles"
Illyria Outdoor Theatre presents a highly entertaining open-air theatre on the castle lawns, bring picnics and low back chairs or rugs.
| Sherborne Castle | Contact: Sherborne Castle
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Sat 06 September
To be confirmed | Junior Duathlon
Part of IRONMAN UK. A chance for 8 - 14 year olds to fulfil their own 'Ironman' dreams | Sherborne Castle | Telephone: 01935 813 182
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Sun 07 September
10am - 5:30pm | Rare Breeds Car Show
From the quirky to the exotic, a unique chance to see some of the rarer cars clubs all together in one big event, including concours event and club competitions. | Haynes International Motor Museum | Contact: Kim Sanders
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Sun 07 September
6.00 am start | IRONMAN UK Triathlon
International sporting event with 1,500 competitors from around the world for the (2.4m swim, 112m bike, 26.2m run). The Castle holds the lake swim, the 'transition' stages and is main centre for event activity, whilst bike and run courses throughout Dorset countryside. | Sherborne Castle | Contact: IRONMAN UK
Telephone: 01935 813 812
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| Tue 09 September | Tour of Britain 2008 is launched
Tour of Britain 2008 is launched. The 2008 Tour of Britain was launched today at the London Transport Museum in Covent Garden where a full house heard Tour of
Britain CEO Hugh Roberts unveil plans for the biggest event to date. The 8 day race will begin on the 7th September in the heart of London with a race around an 8.5km circuit that will be covered 10 times. From there the riders will work their way around the country over the next 7 days before finishing in Liverpool on 14th Novemeber.
The full race itinerary is:
7th September: The TfL London stage
8th September: Milton Keynes - Newbury
9th September: Chard - Burnham-on-Sea
10th September: Worcester - Stoke on Trent
11th September: Kingston-upon-Hull - Dalby Forest
12th September: Darlington - NewcastleGateshead
13th September: Glasgow - Dumfries & Galloway
14th September: Blackpool - Liverpool The 2008 Tour of Britain serves up a varied menu of challenges for the 96 riders who line up in London on 7th September and the winner of the Yellow Jersey in Liverpool will have to be versatile and tactically aware as well as strong in order to prevail over his rivals
Stage 3 – The South West
Our first ever visit to Somerset last year was one of the showpiece stages of the 07 race. The dramatic terrain proved to be the backdrop for some equally dramatic racing and this years South West stage in Somerset and North Devon should be no different as the riders tackle a route from Chard through to Burnham on Sea for our first ever coastal Tour of Britain stage finish!
| Chard - Burnham-on-Sea | Contact: The Tour of Britain Office
Telephone: 0870 112 8650
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| Sat 13 September | ROYAL NAVY HISTORIC FLIGHT CHARITY FLYING DAY
THis charity event will take place at RNAS Yeovilton Friends of the flight will appear in a variety of aircraft including Tiger moth, Stampe, Chipmunk, Yak, Dragon Rapide, Broussard, CAP, Auster and more....The donation to our charity remains £100 per seat (£50 for a second ride if you want one, perhaps in a different type). Additionally there will be a park of static aircraft, short flying display and lunch included within the seat cost. Accompanying family members who don't wish to fly will be very welcome for a donation of £10 to cover lunch. | Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS | Telephone: 01935 842638
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Sat 13 September
10.00am to 4.00pm | Yeovil Flower and Gardeners' Market 2008
Following on from last year's successful event, Yeovil Town Council - with the support of Yeovil Town Centre Partnership and the Brimsmore Gardens Group - is staging another Flower and Gardeners' Market. The event will take place in Yeovil Town Centre (in and around The Triangle) on Saturday 13 September 2008 between 10.00am and 4.00pm. A variety of stalls will be provided on a horticultural/gardening theme with prices to suit all pockets. Entertainment has been arranged to suit all ages, including: - Flower and Vegetable show in the Methodist Hall
- Yeovil in Bloom Gardening Competition - presentation of prizes
- Music in the Performing Arts Area - featuring Yeovil Town Band
- Competitions
- Children's Activities The event provides an ideal opportunity for local producers, clubs and organisations to promote their products and attract new members. Anyone interested in taking on a stall should contact the Town Council on 01935 382424 for further details and an application form. Alternatively you may email sally.bing@southsomerset.gov.uk | Yeovil Town Centre (in and around The Triangle) | Contact: Sally Bing
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Sat 27 September
10am until 2pm | Levels' Best Award-winning food and craft market
This market marks the opening of the South Somerset Food Festival with over 30 stalls sellin the very best of food and drink produced within the Somerset Levels and Moors. Richard Guest, Chef at the Castle Hotel, Taunton and author of "Jam with Lamb - Westcountry Cooking" - will be there to autograph his book and give away rhis own receipes for Levels' Best products. There will also be a competition to win a copy of his book. As in previous years, country music by Diaspora. The National Trust House, Gardens, Cafe and Shop will be open. Free parking and level access. | Old Stable Courtyard, Montacute House, TA15 6XP | Contact: Elaine Spencer-White
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| Sat 18 October | AUTUMN MODEL SHOW & BMFA FLYING DISPLAY
Free entry for children at the Autumn Model Show. The autumn half term will start with the Fleet Air Arm Museum's Autumn Model Show, on Saturday October 18th and it's free for children when accompanied by a paying adult. (One to one basis). The BMFA will, weather permitting, run a flying display demonstrating their world class skills as model makers and pilots. (Please note that Oct 18th is one of five days in 2008 when those with Gift Aid passes will not be given free entry). | Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS | Telephone: 01935 842638
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| Thu 23 October | RESERVE COLLECTION OPEN DAY
On October 23rd this year, will be the last occasion this year when you will have the opportunity to see behind the scenes at the Fleet Air Arm Museum. Cobham Hall houses the Museum's Reserve Collection. See one of the largest collections of Westland helicopters plus many other rare aircraft and exhibits including a prototype bouncing bomb! Admission price to reserve collection Open Day is £4.50 per person, £1.00 Children.
| Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS | Telephone: 01935 842638
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Sat 25 October
10am until 2pm | Levels' Best Award-winning food and craft market
New season apples, apple juices and cider are the key products for this market along with over 30 stalls selling the best of food and drink produced within the Somerset Levels and Moors. Free parking and level access. The National Trust House, Gardens, Cafe and Shop are also open. | Old Stable Courtyard, Montacute House, TA15 6XP | Contact: Elaine Spencer-White
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Sat 15 November
10am until 2pm | Levels' Best Award-winning food and craft market
30 stalls selling the very best food and drink from the Somerset Levels. Seasonal, fresh food and drink on sale with friendly service and a chance to taste before you buy. Free parking and level access. The National Trust Cafe and Shop are also open. | Old Stable Courtyard, Montacute House, TA15 6XP | Contact: Elaine Spencer-White
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| Thu 11 December | CHRISTMAS CONCERT UNDER CONCORDE
Always a sell out event and a great way to start the Christmas festivities. HMS HERON and NORTHWOOD JHQ Volunteer Bands will lead the audience of over 400 people in a stirring selection of Christmas favourites.
The event will be given extra 'voice' by the free mince pie and Mulled wine served before the start of the concert!
| Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS | Telephone: 01935 842638
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Sat 13 December
10am until 2pm | Levels' Best Award-winning Food and Craft Market
Christmas market with carols from the Yeovil Town Band. 30 stalls selling the best Christmas seasonal foods and drink produced on the Somerset Levels and Moors. Free parking and level access. The National Trust cafe and shop are also open. | Old Stable Courtyard, Montacute House, TA15 6XP | Contact: Elaine Spencer-White
Telephone: 01458 241401
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Wed 24 December
10:00pm | Christmas Mass
Welcome to Christmas Mass at St Johns Church | St Johns Church | Contact: Richard
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