The county town has plenty to offer from individual boutiques to historic architecture, modern dining to unspoilt views across the Blackdown Hills and the Quantock Hills (both Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty). Taunton offers a wide mix of activities, attractions and events.
Here are some ideas of what you can do this Bank Holiday weekend in Taunton...
- Enjoy a two night music festival in the heart of Taunton in the beautiful setting of Vivary Park. Sing and dance under the Somerset stars with Live in Somerset! Saturday 27th August Rag'n'Bone Man - Sunday 28th August Simply Red (Tickets on sale at the Taunton Visitor Centre)
- Take stroll along the Bridgwater and Taunton Canal is ideal for walking and peaceful boating.
- Try adventuring on a paddle board along the River Tone with Snappy Sups, or boating on the Canal from the Somerset Boat Centre
- Complete the Taunton Ted Summer Fun Trail (Pick up a trail from the Taunton Visitor Centre)
Lose yourself in fifty acres of lakes, temples, cascades, tranquil woodland walks, formal terraces, vivid colours and views that take your breath away at Hestercombe House and Gardens
- See how many Corgi you can fins with the Corgi Trail (Pick up a trail from the Taunton Visitor Centre)
- Go and see the willow industry at Coates English Willow
- Visit one of the longest established cider companies in the UK Sheppy's Cider
- Discover historic sites and properties on a self-guided tour of Taunton with the Taunton Heritage Trail
- Wherever you go in Taunton you’re never far from a park. Discover Parks and Gardens in and around Taunton
- You’ll find wonderful local produce reflected in Taunton's pubs, cafes, restaurants and hotels.Why not treat yourself to a meal out this weekend?
- Discover Taunton's wide range of retail options
- Head to Cotlake Hill to reveal panoramic views of the town and the breathtaking landscape surrounding it.
- Stroll along the banks of the River Tone and across the water meadows and discover the Taunton to Longaller Circular Walk
- Get on you bike and explore a town of attractive green spaces and watercourses, some off the beaten track with the Foxglove Trail
- Explore the wider area. Beautiful countryside, unspoilt villages and characterful market towns feature as you set out to explore this fascinating area.