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WHAT'S ON
Wells & Mendip Museum has a busy calendar of events. From talks and workshops to art exhibitions and garden days, keep an eye on this page to see what's coming up.
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2 Sept 2026
11:00 am
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2 Sept 2026
1:00 pm
Clay finials and tiles workshop with Philippa Threlfall
Family activity for the school holidays inspired by our new Roman gallery
4 Sept 2026
11:00 am
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4 Sept 2026
4:00 pm
A day exploring the Romans and lead mining on Mendip with Steve Tofts, supported by the Mendip Hills National Landscape team
Family activity for the school holidays inspired by our new Roman gallery
8 Sept 2026
6:00 pm
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8 Sept 2026
8:30 pm
The City of Wells Remembers the Enslaved
Wells & Transatlantic Slavery - presentations and discussion
22 Sept 2026
11:00 am
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22 Sept 2026
4:00 pm
Llewellyn’s Almshouse
For one day only, a free exhibition of 400 years of the history of Llewellyn’s Almshouse
23 Sept 2026
10:00 am
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3 Oct 2026
4:00 pm
Exhibition by Janey Hunt, Pauline Palmer & Sara Parsons
As part of Somerset Art Works Festival – Cultural Connections
Curator's Choice
A changing display which features items specially chosen by the curator.
It can be viewed on the mezzanine floor of the museum.
Motor Transport Army Service Corps
Army Service Corps were originally formed in the 19th century to supply the British Army with all kinds of goods, services and transport. A ‘Corp’ comprised both British and non-British labourers, carriers, and storemen, enlisted to ensure the soldiers had the food, equipment, and ammunition they needed to fight.
During the First World War, companies of the Motor Transport Army Service Corps (MTASC) were billeted in Wells, where they trained before active service. The MTASC were well received in the city, with many local organisations happy to support the war effort by making the companies of the corps welcome. Phillips City Studios recorded many of the proceedings.
In 1918, the corps received the "Royal" prefix for its service during the First World War and became the Royal Army Service Corps. It also played a crucial role during the Second World War. In 1993 it was merged into the Royal Logistics Corps, which continues to perform many of the logistical functions the ASC originally handled.
This bowl was presented to Mrs Thomas of the Wells Young Men’s Christian Association by MTASC for her efforts ‘in appreciation of services rendered’. 7th July 1915 (Bowl in the museum collections 2024.57).
Photographs:
2025.9/1&2: 139 Company of MTASC about to leave Princes Road, Wells for the front.
2025.9/3: MTASC troops with Mr & Mrs Trudgian outside Trudgian's Confectioners, No.2 Broad Street, Wells. Described on the print as 'our billett'.
Clay finials and tiles workshop with Philippa Threlfall
Family activity for the school holidays inspired by our new Roman gallery
2 Sept 2026
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2 Sept 2026
11:00 am
1:00 pm
The Romano British rural farmhouse featured in the Museum’s new gallery had fine roof finials. Learn to model clay into similar objects or decorative tiles. These can be returned for you take home after firing in Philippa’s kiln.
Maximum number 12 – please book in advance. Adults £6, Child £3, Family (x4) £12
e: admin@wellsmuseum.org.uk or t: 01749 673477
A day exploring the Romans and lead mining on Mendip with Steve Tofts, supported by the Mendip Hills National Landscape team
Family activity for the school holidays inspired by our new Roman gallery
4 Sept 2026
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4 Sept 2026
11:00 am
4:00 pm
A guided visit to the museum’s new Roman gallery in the morning. Bring your own picnic lunch to eat in the museum garden. In the afternoon you will be taken by minibus to Charterhouse for a walk exploring the evidence on the ground of Roman occupation and extensive mining activity. The minibus will return you to the museum.
Maximum number 14 £8 a head - Please book in advance. Recommended for adults & children over 12.
To book or for more information on any of the above activities, please contact
admin@wellsmuseum.org.uk or 01749 673477
The City of Wells Remembers the Enslaved
Wells & Transatlantic Slavery - presentations and discussion
8 Sept 2026
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8 Sept 2026
6:00 pm
8:30 pm
Doors open 6pm. Event 6.30pm - 8pm. Admission £3 on the door, cash only
Llewellyn’s Almshouse
For one day only, a free exhibition of 400 years of the history of Llewellyn’s Almshouse
22 Sept 2026
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22 Sept 2026
11:00 am
4:00 pm
There will also be a new book to accompany the exhibition - £15.99
Exhibition by Janey Hunt, Pauline Palmer & Sara Parsons
As part of Somerset Art Works Festival – Cultural Connections
23 Sept 2026
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3 Oct 2026
10:00 am
4:00 pm
Pauline Palmer works intuitively using various processes including print, paint and mixed media. Her work falls under semi-abstract often with influences of figures and landscape. She also works with clay producing semi-abstract sculptural pieces.
Sara Parsons creates ceramic sculptures but also paints and makes unique pots. Although form is of primary importance within her work, additionally she embraces the use of texture, colour and often text. She has a studio in Cheddar where she also teaches ceramics.
Janey Hunt is a semi-abstract painter, using charcoal and soft pastel, exploring landscapes both historical and contemporary. She will be exploring marks left by deserted medieval villages and representing fragments of local landscapes.
Free entry to exhibition only