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If you're not quite ready to let go of summer, Wells has a few tricks left up its sleeve. From sword-wielding thespians to crafty afternoons and cathedral adventures, this week's serving of local fun is anything but low-key.

Thursday 28 August kicks off with a hands-on approach. Over at The Bishop's Palace and Gardens in Wells, it's Summer Holidays Family Crafting from 11 am to 3 pm. This week's session includes stained-glass art—minus the glass and danger. It's included with admission, and there's also the ongoing Summer Holidays Family Trail, which runs daily until 1 September. Palace Passport stamps for the kids, five minutes' peace for you.

Meanwhile, the Shepton Mallet Men's Shed is open from 9 am to 4 pm on Thursday for anyone wanting to tinker, chat or just make a decent brew.

Friday 29 August sees Glastonbury Pagan Moot – Déjà Whitehouse Talk take over The Beckets Inn from 8 pm, with a presentation exploring Frieda Harris, Aleister Crowley and The Book of Thoth. Donations welcome, curiosity required.

Saturday 30 August is not messing about. Truckfest South West 2025 rolls into the Bath & West Showground from 9 am with big wheels, bigger egos and some truly impressive paint jobs. Advance tickets are cheaper, and under‐5s get in free.

In Glastonbury, the all-day Glastonbury Monthly Town-Wide Market returns to the High Street, while The King Arthur hosts MVL Summer '25, an indoor-outdoor DJ fest starting from 3 pm. It's free before 4 pm and £3 after, with under-18s out the door by 9 pm.

Sunday 31 August is going full Somerset. Truckfest continues for a second day, while Radstock Town Football Club hosts The Big Family Kickabout Funday + Fundraiser from 12 noon to 4 pm. Bring your best ball skills and a few coins for the collection bucket.

Prefer your weekend a little more floral? Head to Board Cross House in Shepton for a Summer Garden Party from 2.30 pm to 5 pm. Entry's a fiver, and there's optional donations for tea and cake.

And over in Collett Park, Shepton's trading quiet strolls for high-flying antics with Circus Day from 11 am. Expect juggling, tightrope walking and workshops galore—all completely free. Once you've dropped a few juggling balls and found your balance, stick around for the grand finale: a live circus show packed with gasps, laughs and a little bit of magic. For kids, grown-ups and anyone still secretly dreaming of running away with the circus.

On Monday 1 September, it's back to business (sort of) with the Royal Air Forces Association Mid-Somerset Branch Meeting at Wells Golf Club at 11 am. Attendance is free, and there's optional lunch and drinks afterwards.

Wells also hosts a new Postnatal Pilates Class at 11 am at the Deeper Balance Studio. First-timers get 50% off—so that's £6 to feel like you've got your core back.

Tuesday 2 September delivers cabaret and culture. Lavender Vespers LGBTQ+ Cabaret takes over The King Arthur in Glastonbury, with doors at 7 pm and showtime from 8 pm to 10.30 pm. Expect drama, drag and probably a feather boa or two.

Meanwhile, Midsomer Norton welcomes history buffs with a talk on how the steam railway built Victorian Britain at the Somer Centre from 7.30 pm. £5 on the door, and you might finally understand Brunel.

Wednesday 3 September rounds things off with a dose of culture and choir. The Bishop's Palace in Wells hosts an outdoor performance of The Pantaloons: Hamlet in the evening, blending Shakespeare with silliness. Over at Seager Hall, Alive and Singing kicks off at 10 am (£10 drop-in), followed by Singing for the Brain at 11.15 am (£5 including refreshments).

Whether your happy place is the main ring, the craft tent or a tightrope in the park, Wells and its neighbours are making sure summer bows out with flair.