Gin Tasting (1st July)
2026-07-01 19:00 UTC | The Etsome Arms, Somerton, West Street, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7PR, United Kingdom
Event sponsored by Wine Wise
Join local drinks expert Stuart Avison as he guides you through an evening of all things gin! Learn about the history of gin and how to mix the perfect cocktail. Turns out the perfect mixer for gin is ginger ale – who knew! The evening begins with a G&T followed by samples of different flavoured gins and gin liqueurs and finishes with a gin cocktail. If you’re a gin lover and always wanted to understand more about the spirit, this is the event for you.
Spaces are limited to 30 so booking is essential. Tickets will not be available at the door.
If you can’t do this date, we’re running another gin tasting evening on Tuesday 7th July, same time, same place.
Ticket prices: Early Bird £18 | Standard £20
BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!

Gin Tasting (1st July)
Tickets will also be available to purchase from Stationery House, Somerton from 1st May with Early bird tickets available until Sunday 17th May.
You will be asked during the purchase process if you would like to Help Keep Zeffy Free! Zeffy is our new ticketing platform and it enables us to retain 100% of ticket income with no fees – all of which helps us to organise community events such as this, as well as keeping Somerstock going. Donating is optional, you DO NOT have to make a donation. Simply click the dropdown box, select ‘other’ and leave the box blank.

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Chocolate Tasting Experience
2026-07-02 18:30 | Craft House Chocolate, Somerton, New Street, Somerton, TA11 7NT, United Kingdom
Event sponsored by Craft House Chocolate
Come and indulge in the fascinating story of chocolate, from its ancient roots to its modern-day delights with Somerton’s master chocolatiers. This 2-hour tasting journey is perfect for chocolate enthusiasts eager to explore the rich history of chocolate and
discover the art of crafting it from bean to bar.
Led by Nettie, award winning chocolate maker, you’ll gain insight into the delicate process of making high-quality, artisanal chocolate. You’ll also have the unique opportunity to taste and compare industrial and craft chocolate, experiencing first-hand the distinct differences in flavour, texture, and quality.
What to Expect:
A guided tasting through the history of chocolate
A detailed look at the bean-to-bar process
The chance to sample and contrast industrial vs. craft chocolate
This is an event not to be missed by any true chocolate lover!
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Ticket Price: £15
Click here to book directly with Craft House Chocolate

Discover Somerton - A walk through history
2026-07-05 14:00 | Market Place, Somerton, Market Place, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
Sponsored by Somerton’s Co-op
This event was so popular last year we have decided to run it again! Join Martyn Smith, the Somerton Music & Arts Festival treasurer, for a fascinating guided tour of historic Somerton. Martyn, originally from the Midlands, moved to Somerton in 1990 and loves sharing the stories of our ancient hill-top town.
He says “Somerton is such a great place to live and I’m always proud to show people around our town with its interesting buildings and beautiful church.”
This gentle walk lasts around one hour or so and includes St Michael’s Church and some interesting landmarks in the historic town centre.
The group size is limited to 20 so book early to avoid disappointment. The walk starts from the cobbled area outside Somerton Parish Rooms.
Participants should wear comfortable footwear and take care when crossing roads.
Ticket Prices
Early Bird: £6.00 | Advance: £7.00
Tickets will not be available on the door so booking is essential
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A Walk through History
Tickets will also be available to purchase from Stationery House, Somerton from 1st May with Early bird tickets available until Sunday 17th May.
You will be asked during the purchase process if you would like to Help Keep Zeffy Free! Zeffy is our new ticketing platform and it enables us to retain 100% of ticket income with no fees – all of which helps us to organise community events such as this, as well as keeping Somerstock going. Donating is optional, you DO NOT have to make a donation. Simply click the dropdown box, select ‘other’ and leave the box blank.

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The Mysteries of Somerset
2026-07-06 14:30 | Somerton Library, 8 West Street, Somerton, TA11 7PR, United Kingdom
Event sponsored by Alex Stannett
A talk by author Dorothy Stewart
Join local author Dorothy Stewart for an engaging literary talk celebrating the launch of the fourth book in her popular Somerset Mystery series.
The Somerset Mysteries feature Jill Leiston as an amateur sleuth solving cozy crime and murder mysteries. The fourth book in the series is set right here in Somerton and brings familiar places to life with intrigue and atmosphere.
Previous titles in the series include “Loose Ends”, “Stitch Up” and “Push Over”.
First published in her teens, Dorothy has gone on to write eighteen books, earning a loyal following for her compelling storytelling and richly drawn settings. In this special event, she’ll share insights into her writing journey, discuss her latest novel, and reveal how her years living in Somerton helped inspire the series.
Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to her work, this promises to be a fascinating and entertaining evening.
Come along to hear from the author herself and discover the stories behind the stories.
This is a FREE event

Paws for Support
2026-07-06 19:00 | Parish Rooms, Somerton, Market Pl, Somerton TA11 7NB, Somerton, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
UK Service Dogs Talk
Join Bryan Maddams from Service Dogs UK for an insightful and moving talk on how specially trained assistance dogs are transforming the lives of military veterans living with PTSD. Bryan will explain what PTSD is, explore its symptoms, and share how the charity carefully matches and trains dogs to support those who have served.
Accompanied by his own dog, Ferris, Bryan will also give a live demonstration, offering a powerful glimpse into the practical ways these remarkable dogs provide reassurance, independence and daily support to their partners.

Somerset Treasures
Harry Morris from the South West Heritage Trust will tell us about about some of the treasures of the collections of Somerset archives and local studies – from the oldest document in the collections (an Anglo Saxon Charter) to letters signed by Rudyard Kipling and Charles Dickens themselves! This talk will explore some of the most prized items from within the archive collections, and discuss how they came to be with us and what we can learn about our amazing county from them. Sometimes random, sometimes significant but always fascinating, these documents show our county at its best, as a treasure trove of lives lived before, and lives led now.
There will be a break between the talks. Price includes tea, coffee and biscuits.
Ticket Price: £6 All proceeds to Service Dogs UK

Gin Tasting (7th July)
2026-07-07 19:00 | The Etsome Arms, Somerton, West Street, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7PR, United Kingdom
Event sponsored by Wine Wise
Join local drinks expert Stuart Avison as he guides you through an evening of all things gin! Learn about the history of gin and learn how to mix the perfect cocktail. Turns out the perfect mixer for gin is ginger ale – who knew! The evening begins with a G&T followed by samples of different flavoured gins and gin liqueurs and finishes with a gin cocktail. If you’re a gin lover and always wanted to understand more about the spirit, this is the event for you.
Spaces are limited to 30 so booking is essential. Tickets will not be available at the door.
If you can’t do this date, we’re running another gin tasting evening on Wednesday 1st July, same time, same place.
Ticket prices: Early Bird £18 | Standard £20
BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!

Gin Tasting (7th July)
Tickets will also be available to purchase from Stationery House, Somerton from 1st May with Early bird tickets available until Sunday 17th May.
You will be asked during the purchase process if you would like to Help Keep Zeffy Free! Zeffy is our new ticketing platform and it enables us to retain 100% of ticket income with no fees – all of which helps us to organise community events such as this, as well as keeping Somerstock going. Donating is optional, you DO NOT have to make a donation. Simply click the dropdown box, select ‘other’ and leave the box blank.

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Beer Tasting
2026-07-08 19:00 | The Etsome Arms, Somerton, West Street, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7PR, United Kingdom
Event sponsored by Avalon Sciences and The Etsome Arms
We are delighted to present our first beer tasting event hosted by our very own Martyn Smith.
Martyn joined the British brewing industry in 1970 in Burton upon Trent — famously known as the “Brewing Capital” of Great Britain. Over the next 30 years, his career took him to several locations across the UK, culminating in a three-year stint in the Caribbean before finishing in 2000.
Along the way there were humorous moments, major technical developments and fascinating technological discoveries within the brewing world. This entertaining and informative session will be part autobiographical, part technological — and will most certainly include some tasting!
Whether you’re a real ale enthusiast, curious about brewing history, or simply enjoy a well-crafted pint, this promises to be an engaging and flavourful event.
Please note:
• Avoid eating highly flavoured foods beforehand, to fully appreciate the tasting experience.
• Please do not plan to drive yourself home.
Raise a glass and join us for an evening of stories, science and superb beer.
Ticket Prices
Early Bird: £15 | Advance: £17
Tickets will not be available on the door so booking is essential
BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!

Beer Tasting with Martyn Smith
Tickets will also be available to purchase from Stationery House, Somerton from 1st May with Early bird tickets available until Sunday 17th May.
You will be asked during the purchase process if you would like to Help Keep Zeffy Free! Zeffy is our new ticketing platform and it enables us to retain 100% of ticket income with no fees – all of which helps us to organise community events such as this, as well as keeping Somerstock going. Donating is optional, you DO NOT have to make a donation. Simply click the dropdown box, select ‘other’ and leave the box blank.

Bringing History to Life
2026-07-09 19:30 | Parish Rooms, Somerton, Market Pl, Somerton TA11 7NB, Somerton, TA11 7NB, United Kingdom
Sponsored by Somerton’s Co-op and Pawsability
The Battle of Jutland: 110 years on
Josh Bassett, Founder of Historigraph is returning this year to talk about the Battle of Jutland – the largest single naval battle in history. Fought in May 1916 at the height of the First World War, this titanic clash saw the British and German fleets clash, with a combined 100,000 sailors and 250 ships. At stake was naval control of the North Sea and with it perhaps the course of the entire war.

Now you see me, now you don’t!
Camouflage has been used on military aircraft and vehicles for many, many years, but when did it actually start, who had it first? Come and hear about some of the amazing versions of camouflage, zebra ships and find out why would you paint a Spitfire aircraft pink to make it harder to see? David Morris, Curator of Aircraft at the Fleet Air Arm Museum talks us through the history of Camouflage, colours and markings on military aircraft ships and vehicles, with some intriguing, surprizing and less obvious insights.
There will be a break between the talks at 8.15. Price includes tea, coffee and biscuits.
Ticket Prices: Early Bird £8 | Advance £9 | Door £10
BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!

Bringing History to Life
Tickets will also be available to purchase from Stationery House, Somerton from 1st May with Early bird tickets available until Sunday 17th May.
You will be asked during the purchase process if you would like to Help Keep Zeffy Free! Zeffy is our new ticketing platform and it enables us to retain 100% of ticket income with no fees – all of which helps us to organise community events such as this, as well as keeping Somerstock going. Donating is optional, you DO NOT have to make a donation. Simply click the dropdown box, select ‘other’ and leave the box blank.

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