Axbridge Diary of Events
By Harry Mottram: Some Axbridge dates coming up. Send Axbridge events to me and I’ll try to keep the list updated. Email: harryfmottram@gmail.com I’ll also post on my website at www.harrymottram.co.uk
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Church services and events in May.
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Sat 9 May. Crafternoon.
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Sat 9 May. Somerset Day. Celebrations across the county. See https://www.somersetday.com/
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Sat 9 May 2026, 11:00AM. Drumming Workshop – 2 sessions
Axe Vale Arts Centre, West Street, Axbridge (The former Methodist Chapel) United Kingdom, BS26 2AA.
Target group is 14-25 year olds.
There are two drumming workshops on Saturday 9th May, this is the morning session 11am-12pm (duration one hour). (There is also an afternoon session for 16 years upwards, which is set up as a separate event on the Box Office).
The workshop, run by tutor Eliza Wylie, will be an introduction to traditional West African drumming using Djembe drums and Dundun drums.
There will also be fun with rhythm games and some movement.
You do not need any previous drumming or musical experience.
There are just 15 places available on this session, so please book early to avoid disappointment!
About the tutor:
Eliza Wylie has been playing West African drums since 1992 and loves sharing the rhythms.
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Sat 9 May
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The Wedmore Festival returns from 9–17 May with one of its most diverse programmes yet, offering a vibrant week of literature, music, comedy, film and history at the heart of the village.
See https://wedmorefestival.co.uk/
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Mon 11 May. Axe Vale Arts Centre. Literary Collective and the Books, Bakes & Banter event.
Axe Vale Arts Centre, West Street, Axbridge (The former Methodist Chapel) United Kingdom, BS26 2AA.
Somerset Day at 10.30am – launch of Lu Hersey’s new book on Somerset Dragons & Folklore.
Come and celebrate Somerset Day with us on Monday 11th May 10.30 to 12.30 at Axe Vale Arts! Local author Lu Hersey from Glastonbury will be talking about her forthcoming book about Somerset dragons & other local folklore with a picture show and chat. Refreshments available including homemade cake! Special Somerset quiz with prizes!! FREE entry
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Sat 16 May. Introduction to Clay & Glazing (two days included)
Axe Vale Arts Centre, West Street, Axbridge (The former Methodist Chapel) United Kingdom, BS26 2AA.
This is a two-session Ceramics Workshop, over two Saturdays. The ticket price includes both sessions.
Session 1 – Saturday 16th May ’26, 10am – 12pm. Introduction to Clay
Session 2 – Saturday 20th June ’26, 10am – 12pm. Introduction to Glazing Clay
If you have ever wondered about making ceramics why not try your hand at some of the basic techniques in a fun and relaxed environment?The first workshop will introduce you to clay – creating small and easy pieces using a variety of techniques with lots of hands-on practice in a relaxed atmosphere.
To get the most from this workshop it is best to attend both sessions. The pots created in the first session will be fired, and ready for you to experiment and apply a simple decoration with underglaze, which will prepare your pottery for a final glaze firing.
Your finished work can be collected later, by arrangement with Axe Vale Arts.
Coffee and tea will be available during the workshop.
There are just 8 places available for this workshop, so please book early to avoid disappointment!
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Sun 17th May. Axe Vale Arts. Vocalist Daria Kulesh and guitar virtuoso Tristan Seume in concert.
Axe Vale Arts is proud to present a unique evening of award winning folk. Multi instrumentalist and wonderfully rich vocalist Daria Kulesh alongside guitar virtuoso Tristan Seume will be performing songs from both the UK and Daria’s Russian, Ingushetian roots. She has now lived in the UK for the last 15 years.
She fearlessly explores her heritage and turbulent family history in the North Caucasus weaved alongside British folk songs.
Tristan is one of the most acclaimed acoustic guitarists in the country. Leading guitar workshops in Somerset at Halsway Manor and the legendary Ullapool guitar festival.
Sunday 17th May. Doors open at 7.00. Gig starts at 7.30. £10 and £8 concessions.
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Wed 20 May. Local History Society. Cross Village Hall. 2.30pm – History of the Somerset Light Infantry. Talk by Phil Thorne
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Wednesday 20 May. Axe Vale Arts Centre.
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Sat 23 May. 7.30pm. Live theatre at Axe Vale Arts Centre, West Street, Axbridge (The former Methodist Chapel) United Kingdom, BS26 2AA. https://axevalearts.org.uk
From AVA: On Saturday 23rd May we have more quality, professional theatre coming to Axbridge, with Stratford Theatre’s production of ‘Dead on Cue’, a brilliantly crafted thriller that combines elements of suspense, horror, and drama. Its unique premise, compelling narrative, and outstanding performance make it a must-see for anyone who enjoys a good mystery with a supernatural twist.
Don’t miss this fantastic theatre production! Tickets available online now at www.ticketsource.co.uk/axe-vale-arts. Or call our box office on 07933 879552.
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Monday 25 May. Bank Holiday.
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Saturday 6 June. Axbridge Farmer’s Market. 9am-1pm. The Square.
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Sat-Sun, 6-7 June. Axbridge Open Gardens. In aid of the Friends of Axbridge Church. A chance to visit lots of gardens – including the allotments – and soak up the hard work of the town’s gardeners – and maybe join in this year and open your green space as well.
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Sun 7 June. Singing.
Axe Vale Arts Centre, West Street, Axbridge (The former Methodist Chapel) United Kingdom, BS26 2AA.
Join singer and workshop leader Lauren Holloway from Three Rivers acapella trio for a full day immersive singing workshop, which is open to anyone who enjoys singing in a group setting. Lauren and Three Rivers trio enthralled our audience recently at their acapella concert. During the day you’ll learn traditional 3 part-harmony polyphonic folk songs (meaning taught in 3 part harmony) from around the world, including songs from the Republic of Georgia, The Balkans and Apalacia. If you love singing with others and want to experience the joy of these beautiful and emotive songs then come along and join Lauren at Axe Vale Arts on Sunday 7th June. There is no need to read music as all songs will be taught by ear and words will be provided. Over 16’s only. The workshop runs from 10am to 4pm with an hour for lunch. Coffee and tea will be available during the workshop, but please bring lunch with you.
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Sat 13 June. Crafternoon.
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Sat 13 Jun. Axe Vale Arts Centre. Writing Workshop – Flash Fiction / Humour.
Axe Vale Arts Centre, West Street, Axbridge (The former Methodist Chapel) United Kingdom, BS26 2AA.
About the Tutor:
Christopher Fielden is an award-winning and Amazon bestselling author. He is also an award-winning editor. His work has been featured in books published by independent press, established magazines and many competition anthologies.
The workshop runs from 10am to 4pm with an hour for lunch.
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Sat 20 June. Introduction to Clay & Glazing (Part 2)
Axe Vale Arts Centre, West Street, Axbridge (The former Methodist Chapel) United Kingdom, BS26 2AA.
This is a two-session Ceramics Workshop, over two Saturdays. The ticket price includes both sessions.
Session 1 – Saturday 16th May ’26, 10am – 12pm. Introduction to Clay
Session 2 – Saturday 20th June ’26, 10am – 12pm. Introduction to Glazing Clay
If you have ever wondered about making ceramics why not try your hand at some of the basic techniques in a fun and relaxed environment?The first workshop will introduce you to clay – creating small and easy pieces using a variety of techniques with lots of hands-on practice in a relaxed atmosphere.
To get the most from this workshop it is best to attend both sessions. The pots created in the first session will be fired, and ready for you to experiment and apply a simple decoration with underglaze, which will prepare your pottery for a final glaze firing.
Your finished work can be collected later, by arrangement with Axe Vale Arts.
Coffee and tea will be available during the workshop.
There are just 8 places available for this workshop, so please book early to avoid disappointment!
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Sat 27 June. Axe Vale Arts Centre. Introduction to Textile printing with Stencils. 10:00AM
In this workshop run by tutor Soraya Schofield, you will learn how to print with textile inks and medium, using stencils onto fabric.
You will work towards designing and printing your own tote bag to take home with you. Soraya will take you through the basics of textile printing, showing you how to draw and cut your own designs so they can be printed and layered onto the fabrics.
If you are nervous about your drawing skills, don’t worry, as Soraya will have some photographs and show you how to create a design from there. There will also be lettering available for anyone wanting to devise their own slogan along with their designs.
This workshop is perfect for beginners or anyone with a little knowledge of textile print.
The workshop runs from 10am to 4pm with an hour for lunch.
Coffee and tea will be available during the workshop, but please bring lunch with you.
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Sun 28 June. 2026 Axbridge Rumble in the Jumble between 10am and 2pm. We are keeping the cost the same at £10 a stall. If you do not have room outside your house there will be a limited number of stalls in the Town Hall pm me if interested. All stall money to Axbridge Museum Trust.
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Saturday 11 July. Sports and Social Event in the Square.
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Monday, 31 August. For England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
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Thu 17-Sat 19 September. Fun Fair in the Square
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Saturday 19 September. Axbridge Carnival
Procession through the streets from 2pm.
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10th October. Murder Mystery evening in the Town Hall. Organised by Friends of the Church
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Sat, 21 Nov: Axbridge Progressive Supper. 6pm-11.30pm.This article is from last year but all the does and don’ts and top tips along with the timetable are spot on. https://www.harrymottram.co.uk/…/axbridge-news…/
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24-28 Nov. Town Hall. LIVE THEARE. Pantomime. Dick Whittington. Axbridge Community Theatre. 7.30pm Nightly.
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Tue 1 Dec. Winscombe. Christmas Market.
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Sat-Mon 25-27 Aug. Axbridge. Pageant/community play. 3pm The Square. See https://www.facebook.com/groups/209118200277392/
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Harry Mottram
Axbridge News is edited by Harry Mottram and is published for the interest of himself and fellow residents.
NOTE: Everything I write on Axbridge News is in the public domain – anyone can look up the information or ask the odd question. I just put it together so it makes sense to me.
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Email:harryfmottram@gmail.com
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