What's On in Glastonbury & Somerset for campers, caravanners & motorhomers

Sat 18th & Sun 19th Feb - The Bristol Classic Motorcycle Show is almost as old as the International though and, despite the name, is held near Shepton Mallet rather than in the Bristol Dockland Warehouse where it originated. Naturally given the time of year most of the action happens inside and well away from any possibility of snow and wet. Attendance grows each year, with plenty of room to expand, with more than 18,000 people descending on the halls each year. 

The Spring Avalon Faery Fayre is a FREE faery event with talks and workshops* (*costs extra) which takes place on the weekend of the 10th + 11th March 2012 at Glastonbury Town Hall. Welcoming Brian & Wendy Froud, LInda Ravenscroft and many more artists and lots of stalls!

The Avalon Faery Ball is held on Saturday 10th March at Glastonbury Town Hall with lots of faery fun for all! with music from the 3 Daft Monkeys, Steampunk Faery Ziazan La Diva, Faery Belly Dance with Cara B and more!

Sat 24th March - Old Oaks Fishing Competition. Open to guests staying on site. £5 to enter. Chance to win a 2 or 3 night break. 10am - 3pm. See more .....

31st March & 1st April - South West Model & Hobbies Show - Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet - Bringing together the best in the world of model making, with 200 trade and club stands, demonstrations, flying displays, RC car racing, Model Boat, funfair, amusements and other attractions. 2012 Show is set to be the biggest with more displays, clubs and attractions. Incorporating a Model Railway Hall, a larger model boating area as well as fantastic indoor flying arena.  

9th April - Mells Daffodil Festival is held in the historic village of Mells, Near Frome. The whole village is transformed into a fun and exciting day out with something for everyone.   Marquees With Live Bands - Over 150 Exciting & New Street Stalls - Food Stalls From Around The World  – Town Criers – Morris Men – Beer & Cider Tents- Classic Cars – Stationary Engines  - Trips Up The Church Tower –- Local Demonstations – Tea & Cake In The Manor Garden - Refreshments In The Tythe Barn

13th-15th April - The Motorhome Show - Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet. All the leading Motorhome makes will be represented from all over Europe plus some American recreational vehicles. There will also be a good selection of accessories to choose from and buy including a bolt-on service. The indoor show for outdoor people.

21st & 22nd April - Classic Car Show - Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet - The longest running and friendliest Car Show in the UK with an amazing collection of classics in the special classic car park. traders, autojumble and an auction of automobilia and classic vehicles by Charterhouse.

26th - 29th April - Creative Crafts Show - Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet - The show provides the perfect opportunity to gather inspiration, pick up some new materials and exchange ideas and tips to try at home. All types of crafts are catered for at the Show including paper craft, beading, ribbon craft and embroidery. There is something to suit any expert or beginner with a wonderful variety of workshops.

29th April - Apple Blossom Day at The Orchard Pig Orchards - A celebration of all thing Appley! See a breathtaking display of apple blossom at its height, with a huge range of apple varieties in 45 acres of orchards. Picnic beneath the trees, meet some orchard pigs and taste some of the award-winning apple juice and cider made from the fruit. Guided orchard tours Cider & apple juice bar, pig roast, followed by cream teas, and a Treasure Trail for all the family.

6th May - Glastonbury Road Run - Its main event the "Round the Tor 10K" passes right by the end of The Old Oaks drive. The 10K event, one of the largest races in the county of Somerset, is a mainly rural course that undulates around the ancient and mysterious Isle of Avalon, starting and finishing within a stones throw of the alleged burial place of King Arthur within the grounds of Glastonbury Abbey. 3k, 5k and school runs also take place. Open to everyone.

22nd May - Olympic Torch passes through Glastonbury on day 4 of it's journey. On its local journey through Somerset, the torch will depart from Ilminster, and amongst other places will pass through Yeovil, Somerton, Street, Glastonbury, Coxley, Wells, Shepton Mallet and Frome and Bath, before finishing in Bristol where a festival will be held in its honour.

30th May - 2nd June - Royal Bath & West Show - Shepton Mallet. The country's biggest rural festival and there really is something for everyone, from food lovers to families and farmers to fashionistas! Over 600 trade stands to the National Cheese Awards and the UK’s biggest cider competition. Chance to experience canoeing, visit an art exhibition, sample some of the best British produce, see birds of prey in the or watch some of the finest animals in the country.

2nd & 3rd June - Glastonbury Beer Festival - Tor Rugby Club - The 3rd ever Glastonbury Beer Festival will take place in 2012 and promises to be bigger and better than ever... we are currently in the planning stages and will confirm music, events, tournaments and the beer list as we have that info

Sunday 3rd June - The Old Oaks Diamond Jubilee Charity Tea (& Cake) Party at The Old Oaks. Details are still being worked out but there'll definitely be free tea and cake for everyone! Raffle, best hat competition, optional bring and share lunch, tea on the green, screening of the Queen's big day on the TV. Join in the fun, meet other guests and help raise a bit of cash for charity.

16th & 17th June - Rock, Gem & Bead Show - Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet. ROCKS, MINERALS,FOSSILS, GEMSTONES, GEM-SET jewellery, LAPIDARY, HEALING or any other facet of this wonderful and fascinating subject are all available at ROCK 'n' GEM shows. If you are a serious collector or a hobbyist, a geologist or lapidarist, a Club member or Professional, then ROCK 'n' GEM shows have something for you !!!

23rd June - RNAS Yeovilton International Air Day - RNAS Yeovilton. Extensive flying and static display. The Air Station is notably home to the Lynx Helicopter Force, Commando Helicopter Force and the Royal Navy Historic Flight with its rare collection of naval aircraft. The air show will be commemorating 30 years of the Falklands Campaign.

30th June & 1st July - Orchestra in a Field - Glastonbury Abbey. “The energy of Glastonbury and the production values of Glyndebourne” The Telegraph. A colourful and eclectic programme offering something for everyone. Held in the sweeping parklands of Glastonbury Abbey, with its romantic ruins, drifts of wild flowers, and ancient orchards, this unique event is the inspiration of award-winning conductor, Charles Hazlewood.

30th June & 1st July - Truckfest Southwest - Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet. Truckfest is not just for those in the road haulage industry, the show is packed with fun things for all the family, and this year is no different. With Stars from T.V. and Stage and the very best in motorised entertainment from Bigfoot, Slingshot and motorcycle stunt acts. Truckfest is the original series of road haulage events that has captured the imaginations of it's fans for 30 years.

27th - 29th July - Glastonbury Symposium - Glastonbury Town Hall. Investigating Signs of Our Times. An annual three-day conference of mysteries, truth and new frontiers. Crop circles - environment - liberty issues - 2012 earth mysteries - new science - metaphysics - consciousness studies - UFOs - alternative health

31st July - Glastonbury Goddess Conference - Glastonbury Town Hall (& other venues around Glastonbury). Transformational Experience, which takes place over five enthralling days (or nine including Fringe events). Priestesses, Presenters & Participants journey together through Sacred Ceremony, Talks, Workshops, Performances & Sacred Drama, moving more and more deeply into the Heart of the Mysteries of the Great Mother. Together we will explore who She is in our lives, and Her generous gifts of Life, Fertility, Love, Creativity & Abundance.

3rd & 4th July - Taunton Flower Show is the premiere event of its type in the south-west and is a firm part of summer calendar in Taunton. Held in the centre of Somerset's county town in the historic Vivary Park, the show is not only a traditional British flower show but includes attractions for the whole family. From exciting arena events to the the spectacular floral marquee, the absorbing child's play area and Chelsea-style designer gardens, the show appeals to all ages.

31st Aug - 2nd Sept - National Gardening Show - Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet.  Ideal day out for gardening fans - the event showcases the finest in Autumn gardening, with lots of features that are unique to the show, advice from experts, and help on how to grow your own plants and vegetables. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or a complete beginner, you will enjoy the event, as will food lovers and people hoping to learn new crafts and discover hidden talents!

7th - 9th Sept - The Motorhome Show - Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet. As well as being an amazing exhibition of motorhomes and accessories it is also a huge gathering for all the major motorhome clubs and a fantastic weekend even for the casual motorhomer. New and used motorhomes from Europe and the USA will be on view, and for sale, along with a host of accessories from the very latest awnings to reversing aids and high tech electronic gear plus self-seeking satellite dishes.

6th & 27th Oct - Old Oaks Fishing Competitions - exclusively for Old Oaks guests. Win a free holiday. Book you place early - limited spaces. see more

17th Nov - Glastonbury Carnival. Glastonbury & Guy Fawkes Carnival is one of the largest illuminated carnivals in the world which does not fail to astound 30,000 spectators every year. Their applause, cheers of delight and amazement prove just how fantastic this show is. Visit once and you'll want to see it again and again.