What's on in Waterlip

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Around £145.00

Wheel Intensive

A Deeper Dive into Clay Looking for more than a quick taster? This 3-hour immersive wheel-throwing workshop is designed for those who want to go deeper - to truly experience the craft and discover whether pottery could become their creative journey. You’ll learn: Setting up your wheel and tools Mastering centring and pulling clay Creating several forms (cups, bowls, small vessels) Techniques for refining and improving your shapes By the end, you’ll have made multiple pieces and keep your best 2–3. We’ll glaze and fire them, ready for collection in 4 weeks. Includes a short tea & coffee break with biscuits (always available in the studio). Duration: 3 hours No experience required All materials, glazing & firing included

Wed 5 AugHomoceramicus(2.5mi)

via HomoceramicusLocal gem

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Dave Chappelle

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

Wed 5 AugPilton Working Mens Club(4.8mi)

via Pilton Working Mens ClubCurated

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When the Mark Meets the Music

Thursday 6th August - 7.00pm - 9.00pm Sip a glass of wine, relax and listen to Hannah Moule’s beautiful improvisations on cello and voice. As you enjoy the music we invite you to respond with pastels and charcoal making fascinating marks on sheets of black and white paper. You may be surprised by what you create! All materials and equipment provided Includes a glass of wine to get you going Enjoy 10% off in-store plants and products during the workshop Max 8 attendees

Thu 6 AugThe Black Thistle(2.5mi)

via The Black ThistleLocal gem

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Dave Chappelle

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

Thu 6 AugPilton Working Mens Club(4.8mi)

via Pilton Working Mens ClubCurated

Community

When the Mark Meets the Music

Thursday 6th August - 7.00pm - 9.00pm Sip, relax and listen to Hannah Moule’s beautiful improvisations on cello and voice. As you enjoy the music we invite you to respond with pastels and charcoal making fascinating marks on sheets of black and white paper. You may be surprised by what you create! All materials and equipment provided Includes refreshments Enjoy 10% off in-store plants and products during the workshop Max 8 attendees

Thu 6 Aug20:00The Black Thistle(2.5mi)

via The Black ThistleLocal gem

Barry ‘the Fish’ Melton – Final UK Tour With Special Guests Under The Stars

Community

Around £12

Barry ‘the Fish’ Melton – Final UK Tour With Special Guests Under The Stars

Barry “The Fish” Melton: Final UK Tourwith special guests Under The Stars A genuine Woodstock Festival legend comes to The Art Bank for one night only. Barry “The Fish” Melton, ... Read More

Fri 7 AugThe Art Bank Cafe(2.5mi)

via The Art Bank Cafe

ART BANK SUMMER FRIDAYS – Creative Holiday Fun for 8-12 year olds

Community

Around £10

ART BANK SUMMER FRIDAYS – Creative Holiday Fun for 8-12 year olds

Creative holiday fun with Rose & Vix Join Rose and Vix at The Art Bank for three child-led creative sessions during the summer holidays. Each Friday will include a mixture ... Read More

Fri 7 Aug11:00The Art Bank Cafe(2.5mi)

via The Art Bank Cafe

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Barry ‘the Fish’ Melton – Final UK Tour With Special Guests Under The Stars

Barry “The Fish” Melton: Final UK Tourwith special guests Under The Stars A genuine Woodstock Festival legend comes to The Art Bank for one night only. Barry “The Fish” Melton, ... Read More

Fri 7 Aug20:00The Art Bank Cafe(2.5mi)

via The Art Bank Cafe

Workshops & Classes

Intermediate Freediving Masterclass

A fantastic opportunity to improve your freediving skills with world-leading instructor Emma FarrellFollowing the success of the freediving masterclasses with Emma, we are delighted to introduce a masterclass aimed at intermediate and advanced students. The class is a fantastic opportunity to learn how to dive deeper, use the lilypad freediving platform, prepare for the RAID advanced freediver course or simply hone and advance your skills.You’ll learn how to:Master buoyancy to improve depth and dive timeBuddy for deep divesUse a lanyard and the freediving platformSafely extend your limitsIn addition, you’ll be working with Emma on equalisation, technique and dive preparation in order to improve your performance and confidence in the water, and diving within the limits of your current qualification (20m for RAID Freediver and equivalent, and 30m for RAID Advanced Freediver and equivalent).When:20th June (1.30 pm – 7pm)24th July (1.30 pm – 7pm)8th August (1.30 pm – 7pm)Where: Vobster QuayWhat’s included:2 dive sessions with Emma FarrellIndividual assessment and tutoringPre-requisites:Medical Declaration (not older than 6 months)Must have passed the Open Water Freediver course if you trained with usBe a minimum of SSI level one or Aida 2* if you trained elsewhere. If you qualified with any other programme, please get in touch .Be confident diving to ten metresOwn a professional freediving lanyard (these can be purchased in advance from Go Freediving).

Sat 8 AugGo Freediving(4.4mi)

via Go Freediving

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Centre Stage

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

Sat 8 AugPilton Working Mens Club(4.8mi)

via Pilton Working Mens ClubCurated

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H&F Spotlight

On Sunday 9th August 2026, Eventim Apollo, in partnership with H&F Giving, will showcase the incredible wealth of talent across the borough and shine a spotlight on the vital work of grassroots organisations.

Sun 9 AugPilton Working Mens Club(4.8mi)

via Pilton Working Mens ClubCurated

Community

Around £10

ART BANK SUMMER FRIDAYS – Creative Holiday Fun for 8-12 year olds

Creative holiday fun with Rose & Vix Join Rose and Vix at The Art Bank for three child-led creative sessions during the summer holidays. Each Friday will include a mixture ... Read More

Fri 14 Aug11:00The Art Bank Cafe(2.5mi)

via The Art Bank Cafe

Community

Around £20

Mid-Somerset Show

The only award-winning free entry one day agricultural show in the south west. Held on the third Sunday in August. Building on over 170 years of history. Sunday 16th August 2026 FREE ENTRY (£20 car park) Cannard's Grave Road, Shepton Mallet, BA4 4GF

Sun 16 AugMid-Somerset Agricultural Society(2.5mi)

via Mid-Somerset Agricultural SocietyLocal gem

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View tickets

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

Thu 20 AugPilton Working Mens Club(4.8mi)

via Pilton Working Mens ClubCurated

Community

Around £10

ART BANK SUMMER FRIDAYS – Creative Holiday Fun for 8-12 year olds

Creative holiday fun with Rose & Vix Join Rose and Vix at The Art Bank for three child-led creative sessions during the summer holidays. Each Friday will include a mixture ... Read More

Fri 21 Aug11:00The Art Bank Cafe(2.5mi)

via The Art Bank Cafe

Religion & SpiritualityWellness & Wellbeing

Around £30

Meditation Retreat Day

Saturday 22nd August | 10.30am–4.30pm Join in person at Harmony Within Studio or online via Zoom £30 standard | £20 concession available for anyone who needs it Booking & Details Contact Elle

Sat 22 AugHarmony Within Studio(2.5mi)

via Harmony Within StudioLocal gem

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Make Your Own Posy Pots

Saturday 22nd August - 10.30am - 2.30pm Discover how to form and roll clay as you create your own trio of delicately formed posy pots. Stylish stencilling technique to create unique surface decoration all of your own. We’ll provide a former for the initial structure, but the design of the posy pots is entirely up to your imagination! After the workshop, your tutor will professionally fire and glaze your hand-painted pieces. Your completed display will then be returned to The Black Thistle for easy collection. Tutor: Lynn Andrews, Larkbarrow Studio All materials and equipment provided Includes refreshments, bring along a small snack for the 20 minute lunch break Enjoy 10% off in-store plants and products during the workshop Max 8 attendees — calm, creative, and joyfully green

Sat 22 AugThe Black Thistle(2.5mi)

via The Black ThistleLocal gem

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Venues with events near Waterlip

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

The Art Bank Cafe2.5 miles away The Black Thistle2.5 miles away Homoceramicus2.5 miles away

More about Waterlip

Somerset, England

Waterlip 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 Waterlip 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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