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Play Through the Ages

Travel through this treasure hunt across our sites to discover toys, games and leisure pursuits from the past.

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Summertime at Somerset Heritage Sites

From interactive exhibitions and outdoor animal encounters to historical adventures and artistic exploration, there is plenty to do at Somerset Museums this summer.

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5 Games to Play in the Play Experience

Play your way through the museum with toys and games. Here's 5 to look out for.

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5 Nostalgic Toys to Spot And Why They're Still Fun

Which toy filled your childhood with joy? Let's get nostalgic about the toys and games of our childhood.

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Chew Valley Hoard Joins Bayeux Tapestry Experience

Coins from the internationally significant Chew Valley Hoard will feature in the British Museum's once-in-a-generation show, the Bayeux Tapestry expereince.

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The Chew Valley Hoardreturns to Somerset

Community celebration marks the return of the Chew Valley Hoard to Somerset.

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New Booking Systemfor Archives

Welcome to a new booking system for Somerset Archives and Local Studies.

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Extraordinary Roman Gold Ring Acquired

The South West Heritage Trust has acquired an extraordinary Roman gold finger ring discovered near Ilminster, South Somerset.

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The Wheel of the Year:Ostara and Beltane

Explore the next stages in the Wheel of the Year with Ostara (spring equinox) and Beltane (beginnings of summer).

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Egg‑citing acquisition:Morris Minor Van

The Trust is delighted to announce the acquisition of a much‑loved Morris Minor van belonging to the late Wilf Peddle — known across Glastonbury as the ‘Egg Man.

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Somerset andthe Iron Age

Discover how Iron Age communities might have lived in prehistoric Somerset.