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What's on in Southwood Common

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Southwood Common.

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Workshops & Classes

Around £60.00

Make Your Own Terrarium

Build your own miniature green world, layer by layer In this hands-on session, you’ll create your own enclosed terrarium using carefully chosen plants, moss, stones, and layered soils — learning the foundations of planting, composition, and long-term care as you go. Hosted in The Green Room at The Black Thistle, this workshop is designed as a calm, creative space to slow down and reconnect — with nature, with making, and with the simple pleasure of working with your hands. All tools and materials provided — no experience needed Take home your finished terrarium in a glass vessel Enjoy 10% off in-store plants and products during your session Includes refreshments Small groups (max 8) for a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere

Wed 22 JulThe Black Thistle(4.2mi)

via The Black ThistleLocal gem

Community

Summer School - New Year 7 Students

Spotted Summer School - New Year 7 Students on Ansford Academy's listings. We do the finding, they do the hosting. Team effort, really.

Thu 23 Jul09:00Ansford Academy(2.7mi)

via Ansford Academy

Likely freeCommunity

Death Café Shepton Mallet

Shepton Mallet Death Café at The Art Bank Let’s talk about the one thing we all have in common — but hardly ever discuss. Join a friendly group for tea, ... Read More

Sat 25 JulThe Art Bank Cafe(4.2mi)

via The Art Bank Cafe

Community

Death Café Shepton Mallet

Shepton Mallet Death Café at The Art Bank Let’s talk about the one thing we all have in common — but hardly ever discuss. Join a friendly group for tea, ... Read More

Sat 25 Jul16:00The Art Bank Cafe(4.2mi)

via The Art Bank Cafe

Community

Papa Sicilian Kitchen X Wraxall Vineyard

Sunday, From 12:00pm Location: The View at Wraxall Vineyard Spend your Sunday with us at the vineyard for our special Pasta Pop-Up, featuring a delicious menu of freshly made pasta dishes perfect for a relaxed afternoon of food and wine. Alongside the pop-up, we’ll be showcasing a selection of Italian wines available for a self-guided tasting, giving you the chance to explore and enjoy a variety of classic Italian styles at your own pace. BOOK SAMPLE MENU:

Sun 26 Jul12:00Wraxall Vineyard & The View @ Wraxall(2.6mi)

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Workshops & Classes

Around £210.00

4-Weeks - Wheel Course £210.00

Another belter from Homoceramicus. 4-Weeks - Wheel Course £210.00 — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Tue 28 JulHomoceramicus(4.3mi)

via HomoceramicusLocal gem

Wellness & Wellbeing

Sound Bath - Siska Redman

The full scoop on Sound Bath - Siska Redman lives over on Bruton Community Hall's site. We're just the friendly messenger.

Tue 28 Jul11:00Bruton Community Hall(2.9mi)

via Bruton Community Hall

Workshops & Classes

Around £280.00

6-Weeks - Wheel Course £280.00

Homoceramicus is being delightfully mysterious about 6-Weeks - Wheel Course £280.00. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Wed 29 JulHomoceramicus(4.3mi)

via HomoceramicusLocal gem

Talks & Lectures

Julie Carey- Downs - Talk - BTC - James Hood

Bruton Community Hall hasn't given us the full script, but Julie Carey- Downs - Talk - BTC - James Hood has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Thu 30 Jul19:00Bruton Community Hall(2.9mi)

via Bruton Community Hall

Arts & Culture

Around £60.00

Slow Craft Friday £60.00

Homoceramicus hasn't given us the full script, but Slow Craft Friday £60.00 has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Fri 31 JulHomoceramicus(4.3mi)

via HomoceramicusLocal gem

Arts & Culture

Around £60.00

Slow Craft Friday

A warm, relaxed and creative evening. In this 1.5-hour session, you’ll handbuild a simple ceramic piece and decorate it with underglaze colours - no experience needed. We keep this event small and cosy, so you get personal support and a calm, inspiring atmosphere. A complimentary glass of wine is included. What you’ll make Choose from: • a small bowl • a mug • a trinket dish • a mini vase Your piece will be glazed and fired by us and ready for collection in 4 weeks. What’s included • All materials & tools • Underglaze decoration • One glass of wine • Glazing & firing • Friendly guidance from our studio team Perfect for • a cosy night out • dates • solo creativity • small groups and friends

Fri 31 JulHomoceramicus(4.3mi)

via HomoceramicusLocal gem

Community

Around £12

Vinyl DJ & Paella Night

Friday 31st July, from 5:00pm Location: The View at Wraxall Vineyard Join us for an evening of Sundowners, Paella and music from the fabulous DJ Vinyl Groove! Gather with friends, soak up the sunset views across the vines, and enjoy great food, wine, and laid-back summer vibes as the soundtrack carries you into the evening. Enjoy drinks and food from 5:00pm and music from 6:30pm. Menu : All Paellas are £12 per portion. Seafood Paella: Calamari, Squid, Peeled prawns, mussels; King prawns, Scottish langoustines and Cod. Chicken Paella: Chicken, Stringless beans, Valencian butter beans, Grated tomatoes, Rosemary Vegan Paella: Stringless runner beans, Valencian butter beans, Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Spring onions, Red peppers, Asparagus, Tendersteam broccoli, Rosemary. BOOK

Fri 31 Jul17:00Wraxall Vineyard & The View @ Wraxall(2.6mi)

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CommunityFood & Drink

Board Coffee Morning

Board Coffee Morning is happening at Bruton Community Hall. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Sat 1 Aug10:00Bruton Community Hall(2.9mi)

via Bruton Community Hall

Community

FGC Business Support Conference - Cassie Simpson

FGC Business Support Conference - Cassie Simpson at Bruton Community Hall. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Tue 4 Aug11:00Bruton Community Hall(2.9mi)

via Bruton Community Hall

Community

FGC Business Support Conference - Cassie Simpson

FGC Business Support Conference - Cassie Simpson at Bruton Community Hall. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Tue 4 Aug13:00Bruton Community Hall(2.9mi)

via Bruton Community Hall

Community

Dave Chappelle

Official tickets and information for Dave Chappelle at Eventim Apollo from Ents24 - rated Excellent on Trustpilot.

Wed 5 AugPilton Working Mens Club(4.1mi)

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Community

Around £145.00

Wheel Intensive £145.00

Homoceramicus has got Wheel Intensive £145.00 pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Wed 5 AugHomoceramicus(4.3mi)

via HomoceramicusLocal gem

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Venues with events near Southwood Common

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Bruton Community Hall2.9 miles away Wraxall Vineyard & The View @ Wraxall2.6 miles away Ansford Academy2.7 miles away

More about Southwood Common

Somerset, England

Southwood Common is in Somerset, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Southwood Common events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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