News, events and schools' information for families across Bath and West Wiltshire

Atrs Award at the Herschel Museum

Home educated children aged 7+ can join a six-week Arts Award Explore course in Bath from 7 October to 11 November, combining art, photography and astronomy.



Creative course for home educated young people aged 7+ years that will introduce different ways to make art. Try out art techniques inspired by the current exhibition on early photography, as well as creating some space-themed art related to the Herschels’ astronomical discoveries. You will also have the the opportunity to talk to staff and...

Bath Open Studios Open Weekend

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To celebrate the 30th anniversary of  community, and creativity. Join the artists as they celebrate their past and shape their future. Visitors can explore working studios, meet the artists, and see new work. In addition, there will be art workshops for adults and children.

Bodyworks Sculpture Exhibition

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An exhibition of works from the students of Bath Sculpture School (Part of Bath Artists Studios), some of which will be for sale. There will also be the opportunity to try sculpting.

The Art of the Snowman at Victoria Art Gallery





Featuring the original book illustrations, animation set ups from the film, artwork for The Snowman and the Snowdog animation and an interactive family activity area, including a recreation of the famous red plane and more. Free guided tour included in exhibition ticket, Thursdays 1.30-2pm

Ancient Landscape, Modern Times at the Holburne

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Bringing together works by Eric Ravilious, William Nicholson, Paul Nash, John Nash, Tirzah Garwood, Peggy Angus and other British artists from the 1910s to the 1940s with paintings, drawings, prints and archival material. The exhibition reveals how the stark, rolling forms of the South Downs and related chalk landscapes inspired a generation of artists seeking...

Richard Slee at The Holburne

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Bringing together major works from the last few years by one of Britain’s most celebrated contemporary ceramic artists. Sunlit Uplands presents more than 400 individual ceramic islands with their references to idyllic landscapes. Withdrawing Rooms, is a contemporary twist on the concept of interior an exterior with examples of an on-going series of picture frames,...

Batheaston Art Trail

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Celebrating its 6th anniversary with 52 artists including ceramicists, illustrators, graphic designers, textile artists, sculptors, painters, printers and jewellers, as well as family-friendly creative workshops and a display of suffragette memorabilia in St John the Baptist Church. The church will also be selling lunches and refreshments.hh

Teen Trowbridge at the Old Town Hall

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A day of varied activities for ages 13-18 years (up to 24 with SEND) organised by Trowbridge Youth Partnership, in collaboration with The Old Town Hall and Mighty Girls, with thanks to Trowbridge Lions, Wiltshire Council and The National Lottery Community Fund.

Summer of Play at Dyrham Park

Families can enjoy the new Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Trail at Dyrham Park this May half term with outdoor challenges, play and family fun.



With performance and creative play, mini stage, costumes and a beat box, building blocks, ball run, mud kitchen and sensory barefoot walk, bamboo and bunting mini-maze, games, jumping and limbo challenges. In addition, there will be weekly summer sessions: nature explorers on Tuesdays; art adventurers on Wednesdays and thrillseeker Thursdays which include circus skills, morris dancing,...

Priston Music Festival 2026

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With 36 acts performing on two stages, and in the village hall, the Ring O’ Bells, and church offering an eclectic mix of music from pop, rock blues, and folk, to country, world, and classical. There will be children’s eco-art workshops, Story World tent, music workshop and activities led by Ecowild. Music workshops in skiffle,...

Phoenix Comic Book Draw-Off at Bath Forum

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An interactive show for the whole family where Neill Cameron will be joined on stage by superstars Jess Bradley, Thiago de Moraes and Laura Ellen Anderson from the world of The Phoenix comic for a draw-off.

Drawing Devizes at Wiltshire Museum

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A display of works by Horton Colour Pencil Society, a combination of local artists and their passion for coloured pencils. Entry included in standard Museum admission (under 18s free).

Summer Art Course at King Edward’s School

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Working from still life arrangements and natural forms, students will learn how to transform observational drawings into expressive, imaginative abstract artworks. Across the four days, participants will explore a wide range of artistic processes including drawing, painting, printmaking, and low relief sculpture. Techniques introduced include collagraph, Tetra Pak printing, heat press printing, and plaster relief....

Summer Art Camps at the Holburne

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A full day of creative fun for children, delivered by experienced artists. Each day is designed to explore new skills, art practices and exciting materials with activities inspired by objects and stories from the museum collection as well as temporary exhibitions.

Frome Festival 2026

Frome Festival returns from 3-12 July 2026 with 300 events, family activities, live music, comedy, workshops and free entertainment across the town.



With music, comedy, family shows, arts exhibitions, community performances, crafts, dance, outdoor activities, wellness, food and drink and more.

Propagates day at Bath Library

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With drop-in talks, workshops and displays focused on gardens and allotments. The day will include work from the joint Bath Spa University and Bath City Farm residency programme showcasing the results of the students’ exploration of the farm. Workshops will include: making art about nature, simple printing and an opportunity to make an small insect...

Zine Workshop at Bath Library

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Ever wondered what to do with your poetry, writing or art work? How to present it? Put it in a zine! Gemma from Gemma’s Funky Art will help you design your own unique work to showcase your ideas. All materials provided but please bring ideas and art work that you would like to include. Suitable...

Identity at Trowbridge Museum

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Inaugural exhibition of the Trowbridge Artists’ Network bringing together a mix of amateur, hobbyist, and professional artists aiming to make art accessible in diverse forms and foster a supportive community where everyone feels welcome. The core purpose is to create an inclusive space for creativity, learning, and connection.  

Tree at Roseberry Road Studios

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Exhibition featuring eight selected artists who have been inspired by our relationship with our arboreum friends. The artists were free to interpret the theme in any way they chose, personal, environmental or aesthetical to create a fascinating mix. The exhibition includes paintings, sculptures and photography by local, national and international artists – Joe Byerley, Claire...

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