Area: Somerset

Member of the Alpine Garden Society Grouping

Member of the Photographic Societies - Somerset Grouping

Member of the Gardening and Horticultural Societies - Cambridgeshire Grouping

'The Society was founded in 1963 and members excavated many local sites during the following years and deposited their finds in the Blake Museum. More recently talks by archaeological experts take place during the winter on each third Thursday evening of the month in the Museum. There are walks and excursions to places of archaeological interest in Somerset and beyond in the summer months including a coach trip and an annual dinner.'

Member of the BCSS - 7 South West England Grouping

Member of the Photographic Societies - Somerset Grouping

Member of the Local History Societies - Somerset Grouping

Member of the Cottage Garden Society Grouping

'Formed in 2002 with around 24 members. The Society now has a membership of over 50 ... Our meetings are open to all. No previous experience or knowledge of astronomy is required. If you are generally interested in "what’s up there", would like to learn how to image the night sky or would like to know where to start in astronomy, you will be particularly welcome. Of course, experienced astronomers are welcome too!'

'The Frome Festival is a 10 day community arts festival which is run as a hybrid fringe. Many events are put on by independent event organisers and included in the programme. The festival itself programmes a selection of events and some organisers donate their profits back to the festival.  The success of these events contributes to continuation of the Festival. We do hope that you will support them.' Normally held Early May.

Member of the Local History Societies - Somerset Grouping

Member of the Association of Guilds of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers Grouping

Member of the Great Western Society Grouping

Member of the Hardy Plant Society Grouping

Member of the Gardening and Horticultural Societies - Somerset Grouping

Member of the Historical Association Grouping

Member of The Institution of Engineering and Technology Grouping

Founded 2016: normally held Late May.

Member of the Local History Societies - Somerset Grouping

Member of the Local History Societies - Somerset Grouping

Member of the National Trust Support Grouping

Member of the Avon Beekeepers Association Grouping

Member of the Local History Societies - Somerset Grouping

Member of Plant Heritage Grouping

Member of the Photographic Societies - Somerset Grouping

Member of the Gardening and Horticultural Societies - Somerset Grouping

Member of the Amphibian and Reptile Groups of the UK Grouping

Member of the Richard III Society Grouping

Member of the Royal Aeronautical Society Grouping

Member of the Gardening and Horticultural Societies - Somerset Grouping

Member of the Somerset & Dorset Family History Society Grouping

Member of the Somerset & Dorset Family History Society Grouping

Member of the Somerset & Dorset Family History Society Grouping

Member of the Somerset & Dorset Family History Society Grouping

'The Society exists to promote the study of archaeology, natural history, local history and historic buildings with particular reference to the historic County of Somerset, and is an important point of contact for anyone with an interest in understanding and protecting the heritage of Somerset.'

Member of the Badger Trust Grouping

'We provide training, promote best practice and offer advice, support and education to beekeepers and the public. Over the years our members have made – and continue to make - an impressive contribution to British beekeeping at both national and county level ... The Somerset Beekeepers Association is divided into twelve divisions, each corresponding to a different area of the county. Members can join any division, and also be members of more than one division. Members also don't have to live in Somerset, for example some members are from neighbouring counties such as Dorset or Devon ... The SBKA and each division organise lectures, usually in the "off-season" (i.e. autumn and winter, and into early spring) for beekeeping. Most divisional lectures are open to members of other divisions, and if in doubt just ask! Lectures are a great way to learn more about beekeeping and bees, and to help get you ready and excited for the next season.'

Member of the Somerset Beekeepers' Association Grouping

Member of the Somerset Beekeepers' Association Grouping

Member of the Somerset Beekeepers' Association Grouping

Member of the Somerset Beekeepers' Association Grouping

Member of the Somerset Beekeepers' Association Grouping

Member of the Somerset Beekeepers' Association Grouping

Member of the Somerset Beekeepers' Association Grouping

Member of the Somerset Beekeepers' Association Grouping

Member of the Somerset Beekeepers' Association Grouping

Member of the Somerset Beekeepers' Association Grouping

Member of the Somerset Beekeepers' Association Grouping

Member of the British Dowsers Grouping

'Formed in 1984 with a view to promoting friendly gardening interests among Clubs and Societies throughout Somerset, and to provide advice and practical help with the day to day running of club affairs. Since then our membership has grown to include over 240 clubs in Somerset and adjacent counties. The Federation is dedicated to supporting those who are enthusiastic about all aspects of horticulture.'

Member of The British Fuchsia Society Grouping

'The Somerset Gardens Trust was formed in 1990, one of a growing number of County Trusts affiliated to the overall national body, The Gardens Trust. It is a voluntary organisation and educational charity working with garden owners, local authorities and the community in order to protect and care for the county’s parks and gardens. It is financed through members’ subscriptions, donations, legacies, grants and fund raising events.'

Member of the GeoConservationUK Grouping

Member of the Association of Guilds of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers Grouping

'A group of enthusiastic amateur astronomers interested in looking at the stars, planets and anything else in space. We meet at least once a month to pass on our knowledge and share our interest in astronomy with people from the Somerset Levels.'

Member of the Local Nature Partnerships: England Grouping

Member of the Botanical Society of Britain & Ireland Grouping

Founded in 1979 to record and study the traditional houses and buildings of this historic county. In particular, farmhouses, cottages, the smaller manor houses and barns which are in the local style and built of local materials ... A series of talks and visits for Group members is arranged during the year ... Evening meetings are held monthly from October to May ... Membership is open to all, expert and non expert alike. The Group has a membership of some 70 people from all walks of life.'

Member of The Wildlife Trusts Grouping

Member of the Local History Societies - Somerset Grouping

Member of the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust Grouping

Member of The Arts Society - 7 South West England Grouping

Member of The Arts Society - 7 South West England Grouping

Member of The Arts Society - 7 South West England Grouping

Member of The Arts Society - 7 South West England Grouping

Member of The Arts Society - 6 South East England Grouping

Member of The Arts Society - 6 South East England Grouping

Member of The Arts Society - 7 South West England Grouping

Member of the Local History Societies - Somerset Grouping

'Remembering a unique railway – the Weston, Clevedon & Portishead. We are the only group dedicated solely to this railway ... We have regular Members' meetings every two months i.e. six per year. Our meeting venues alternate between Weston-super-Mare, Clevedon and Portishead (in that order of course!). We have guest speakers giving talks on a variety of subjects (usually railways).'

'Set up in 1992 to promote the love of books and of reading throughout the community ... Our main objective is to promote the enjoyment and excitement of books and to encourage a love of the written word. We do this by bringing to Wells a wide range of international, national and local writers to entertain, challenge, inspire and inform audiences of all ages and tastes. This extensive selection of events does not pose a dilemma for our audience; unlike many other literary festivals, no two events run at the same time, so it is possible (if ambitious!) to attend every single one.' Normally held Mid October.

'We are a friendly group interested in all aspects of railways from modelling to photography and history and just a general interest in trains of all sorts. We hold monthly meetings from September to May.'

Member of the Western Front Association Grouping