This is a 240 acre site that is home to a massive range of shows and events throughout the year. One of the most popular being The Royal Bath and West Show held every year in May.

You can view a full list of upcoming events on their website and you can purchase any tickets you need online. This helps as the lines for tickets can get very long if the show is popular.

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Situated just outside of Shepton Mallet in Cranmore with a number of engines running on a 2 and half mile track. The trains run from April to September and they run on Saturdays and Sundays. They have a full time table on their website so you can always take a look beforehand so you can plan your visit.

There is also the opportunity to drive the engine with their Driver for a Tenner!

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You can see our Locals Walks page for more details. There are plenty of country walks that will take you all over the Mendips. Here is just one that starts in the Mendip District Council Car park and takes you through Collect Park in Shepton Mallet.

The walk is approx 6 miles and you’ll see West and East Compton and Cannards Grave.

Held in June the Collett Festival has grown and grown over the last few years. All through the day there are endless activities and lots to see and do for everyone. Last year the festival commemorated the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain and the had over 50 charities and stall-holders.

They are sponsored by many local shops and Brothers Cider. Shepton Mallet is know for its Cider so if you are fan you must visit the Cider Tent. You can take look at their website to see the full line up of events and what to expect.