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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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What's On - Summary
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6 Nov 2025
10:00 am
to
22 Nov 2025
4:00 pm
'Strange Biology'
Robin Gray
22 Nov 2025
7:00 pm
to
22 Nov 2025
10:00 pm
Italian Wine Tasting
Guided wine tasting event
2 Dec 2025
10:00 am
to
13 Dec 2025
4:00 pm
Old Bakery Artists
Art Exhibition
6 Dec 2025
11:00 am
to
6 Dec 2025
3:00 pm
Christmas Craft Market
Handmade gifts, decorations and treats from local artisans
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'.
'Strange Biology'
Robin Gray
6 Nov 2025
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22 Nov 2025
10:00 am
4:00 pm
Robin Gray’s next exhibition in the museum will feature three aspects of this highly successful artist’s work. The main area will be composed of the colourful and interesting abstract paintings. These paintings are carefully constructed but they are totally unplanned. One feature of 'Strange Biology' is that they can be hung any way round.
Alongside these paintings will be the Dot and Line drawings that have become very popular recently.
In addition to these two ‘abstract’ styles, will be a small number of Gray’s famous caving subjects, pictures that are very suitable for the museum which has a great area devoted to cave exploration.
Robin has also decided to include a small number of very early works showing important developments in the artist’s artistic life. He was one of the country’s first artist to work in acrylic paint and was awarded the contemporary art prize in 2018 by the National Association of Painters in Acrylic.
Free entry to exhibition only
Italian Wine Tasting
Guided wine tasting event
22 Nov 2025
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22 Nov 2025
7:00 pm
10:00 pm
The museum will be hosting a wine tasting event, and you are invited to join us to sample a curated selection of fine Italian wines. The evening will feature:
• A guided tasting of both red and white wines from across Italy
• Insights from our guest sommelier, Caroline Sharley of the Giggling Grape
• Bread and cheeses to accompany the wine
• A raffle with some exciting prizes
• A post-tasting bar
• Exclusive discounts on featured bottles
Event 7pm-10pm, doors open at 6.30pm
Tickets on sale at £35 per person. You can reserve a place by mailing admin@wellsmuseum.org with the words Wine Tasting in the subject line.
Also book using Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/italian-wine-tasting-registration-1771643616749
Old Bakery Artists
Art Exhibition
2 Dec 2025
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13 Dec 2025
10:00 am
4:00 pm
The OBA are very pleased to be back at the museum for a further two-week exhibition this year. The artists have been very busy and there will be much new work to be seen. They are thrilled to be able to support the museum and contribute to the culture of Wells. Paintings and creative gifts will be available daily for purchase.
The artists will be in attendance each day and some will be at work during the exhibition.
We hope to see you all and maybe provide a unique something for the festive season.
Free entry to exhibition only
Christmas Craft Market
Handmade gifts, decorations and treats from local artisans
6 Dec 2025
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6 Dec 2025
11:00 am
3:00 pm
Handmade gifts, decorations and treats from local artisans. Raffle & Tombola, Festive decoration making workshop. Refreshments available. Free entry to the museum for the day!
For more information or to book a pitch, please contact
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