Community Seed and Plant Swaps – Spring 2026Location: Various locations across Somerset A series of community seed and plant swaps are taking place across Somerset in spring 2026, supporting seed sharing, reuse and local growing. Events are planned in Bridgwater, Crewkerne and Glastonbury, encouraging resilience and community connection. |
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Bridgwater Tidal Barrier Scheme public site visitsLocation: Bridgwater Tidal Barrier Scheme Construction Site, Squares Road, Chilton Trinity, Somerset TA5 2BW The Bridgwater Tidal Barrier Scheme Team is recommencing public site visits for 2026, offering Somerset residents a rare chance to explore this major climate‑resilience project up close. Each session provides an inside look at construction progress, the scheme’s sustainable and innovative design features, and the wider environmental benefits it aims to deliver. Visitors hear directly from project representatives before heading to the viewing platform for guided insights into how the barrier will help protect local communities from tidal flooding and the growing risks of climate change. |
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National Hedgerow Week 2026: The Craft of Hedgelaying with Nigel AdamsLocation: Online, Zoom Hosted by The Tree Council, this online event explores the traditional craft of hedgelaying and its vital role in nature recovery, climate resilience and biodiversity. Led by experienced hedgelayer Nigel Adams, the session delves into the history and regional diversity of hedgelaying across England and Wales, drawing on insights from his latest book. The event highlights how well‑managed hedgerows support wildlife, store carbon and strengthen landscapes, with opportunities for attendees to deepen their understanding through expert discussion and audience questions. |
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Somerset Food Champion Training (Taunton)Location: St Andrew’s Church Hall, Kingston Road, Taunton This free, in-person course is designed for people working at the heart of their communities and supporting others with day-to-day health and wellbeing. The session is practical and hands-on, focusing on real cooking skills, shared learning and building confidence in the kitchen. Participants will take away ideas and simple tweaks that can help spark conversations and support colleagues, families and local groups to make healthier food choices that fit everyday life. |
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Eat:Taunton – eat:FestivalsLocation: Hammet Street to East Street, Taunton Eat:Taunton brings sustainable food, drink and community activity into the town centre, with stalls, producers and opportunities for local food projects to take part. |
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Glastonbury seedling and plant swapLocation: Glastonbury High Street, opposite Coop Glastonbury’s upcoming community seedling and plant swap invites local gardeners and growers to bring surplus seeds, seedlings, plants and cuttings to share with others. It offers a simple way to pass on spares, pick up something new to grow, and connect with fellow home growers, with donations welcome from anyone without items to swap. For other seed and plant swaps, visit Somerset Community Food’s Community seed swaps page. |
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Somerset Food Champion Training (Shepton Mallet)Location: Hornblotton Village Hall, Hornblotton, Nr Shepton Mallet This free, in-person training supports people who want to build their confidence and knowledge around food, cooking and healthier everyday habits, with a focus on practical, real-world skills. The day includes hands-on cooking practice and shared learning, aimed at helping participants feel more confident in the kitchen and better equipped to support others. It also offers ideas for small, manageable changes that can make a meaningful difference to what people eat and how they feel. |
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Community Food and Growing ForumLocation: Bishop’s Palace Community Garden, Wells This in‑person Community Food & Growing Forum visit explores practical examples of community food growing at the Bishop’s Palace Community Garden. The event provides an opportunity to learn from on‑the‑ground projects and connect with others involved in community food initiatives. |
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Somerset Conference of the TreesLocation: Orchard Park Farm, Hornblotton, Shepton Mallet BA4 6SF The Somerset Conference of the Trees will be a celebration of our trees and woodlands. Some of our most influential environmentalists will be giving their views on subject including forest spirituality, woodland ecology, rewilding and the importance of our trees for therapy, timber and climate change. Guest speakers include Ben Goldsmith host of Rewilding the World, Merlin Sheldrake author of Entangled World and Emma Fitchett tree spiritualist and shamanic teacher. The conference will be based in a mature woodland where workshops will include ecological surveys, the use of timber in architectural design and connecting with the spirits of trees. Please book a place in advance and join us on 12 June. |
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The Green Scythe FairLocation: Thorney Lakes, Muchelney, Somerset The Green Scythe Fair is a volunteer-run environmental fair on the Somerset Levels, powered by wind, sun and muscle. Expect live music, over 100 stalls showcasing traditional skills, crafts and produce, plus debates and talks, a big kids’ area, and plenty of organic local food, ales and ciders. Sunday includes the West Country Scythe Championship, known for its impressive (and often entertaining) feats of haymaking by scythers from far and wide. If you want to learn scything or pick up a new rural craft skill, there are workshops and courses on Saturday, with details and booking on the ticketing site. Ticket purchases include a mileage fee to support local tree planting and woodland restoration. |
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Community Food and Growing Forum (TBC)Location: Geranium Trust, Yeovil Somerset Community Food is planning a summer site visit to the Geranium Trust in Yeovil, including a scythe demonstration delivered in partnership with Able2Achieve. The event will focus on practical land management and growing approaches. |
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LandAlive 2026 – save the datesLocation: Dairy Show and Bath and West Showground LandAlive returns in 2026 with two major events focused on regenerative farming, land use and sustainable food systems. The programme includes LandAlive at the Dairy Show and the LandAlive Winter Conference at the Bath & West Showground. |
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