The People’s Emergency BriefingLocation: Various locations The People’s Emergency Briefing is a community screening film presented by Chris Packham, exploring how the climate and nature crisis affects everyday life in the UK. It highlights the risks to areas such as food supply, national resilience and local communities, while also setting out practical solutions. People can find a local screening through the map or arrange one in their own community. Screenings are designed to prompt discussion about what can be done locally and how communities can engage with decision-makers. |
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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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Wild Craft WorkshopLocation: Ham Hill Country Park, near the Visitor Centre Enjoy more creative fun making crafts using natural materials. This is a children’s event and all children must be supervised by an adult. |
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Chill on the HillLocation: Ham Hill Country Park, near the Visitor Centre Celebrate the 5th anniversary of Chill on the Hill with live music, circus acts, hands-on workshops, family entertainment, food and drink, and a headline performance. The event celebrates the wellbeing benefits of spending time outdoors, experiencing the arts and connecting with others, inviting visitors to slow down, relax and enjoy everything Ham Hill has to offer. Come on over and chill. |
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Well Woman Walks at Shapwick MoorLocation: Shapwick Moor Nature Reserve, near Glastonbury The Hawk and Owl Trust’s monthly Well Woman Walks offer women a welcoming space to enjoy gentle exercise, connect with nature and support their wellbeing while exploring the wetland habitats and birdlife of Shapwick Moor. Suitable for a range of fitness levels, the relaxed walks are led by a volunteer warden and include insights into the reserve’s wildlife and conservation work. Remaining 2026 dates are 31 August, 28 September, 26 October, 30 November and 28 December. Early booking is recommended. |
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Young Photographer Showcase 2026Location: The Engine Room, Bridgwater Somerset Film’s Young Photographer Showcase celebrates work by photographers aged 6 to 25 from across the county. This year’s exhibition features selected images from more than 150 submissions by 64 young people, including work exploring climate change and the natural landscape. Every entrant has at least 1 image on display. The 2026 Robert Richards Award went to Mitch Corrigan, with a Judges’ Commendation presented to Indy Pitman. |
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LandAlive at the Dairy ShowLocation: The Bath and West Showground LandAlive returns to the Royal Bath and West Dairy Show as the UK’s dedicated forum for regenerative dairy farming, bringing together farmers, processors, retailers, advisors, researchers and innovators. The full-day programme will explore practical, farmer-led solutions for the future of dairy, including soil health, animal health, farm resilience, supply chain innovation, regenerative transition and food quality. |
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LandAlive Winter ConferenceLocation: The Bath and West Showground The LandAlive Winter Conference will focus on building viable, resilient and profitable farming businesses for the future. The event will bring together farmers, land managers, food businesses, policymakers, researchers and industry leaders to explore practical solutions, business models and innovations that can help farms adapt and thrive. |
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