1st April - 30th September
7th September - 12th October
Letter Carving in Wood
Discover the historic craft of letter carving with this popular course.
15th September - 25th November
'Human Nature' - New Sculpture Trail
A stunning new sculpture trail in the atmospheric Gardens of The Bishop's Palace.
25th September - 16th October
Botanical Watercolours - Painting the Season
A wonderful introduction to watercolour focusing on the autumnal colours surrounding the Palace
28th September
Storytelling Evening: 'Tristan and Iseult - a Tale to Break Your Heart'
On Friday 28th September, join The Bishop’s Palace for an evening in the atmospheric Undercroft of the medieval Palace
29th September
Introduction to Soap Making
An introduction to the traditional art of soap making with Boo Cottage Botanicals, using botanical oils.
6th - 21st October
Wells Art Contemporary - Exhibition
An exhibition of shortlisted works will be shown at The Bishop’s Palace in 2018 once again as part of Wells Art Contemporary.
10th - 20th October
Wells Art Contemporary - Forums
WAC is running 8 forums as part of their Contemporary Art Exhibition in October.
13th October
Oil Painting Workshop
An oil painting taster day in association with Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios
20th October
Introduction to Soap Making 2
An introduction to the traditional art of soap making with Boo Cottage Botanicals - create a Christmas gift using botanicals oils
29th October
October Half Term at the Palace: Make-it Monday!
Join us on Monday 29th October, for our dragon-themed “Make-it Monday” family craft activity session, 10:30am-3pm.
2nd November
October Half Term at the Palace: Nature Ninjas
On Friday 2nd November, from 11am-3pm, “Nature Ninjas” sessions will take place in the Gardens. These will be based around autumn-inspired activities, using the natural world to create artistic pieces.
6th November - 4th December
Lino Print your Christmas Cards
A fun four-week course, giving you the chance to create beautiful handmade Christmas cards and wrapping paper.
9th - 11th November
The Christmas Artisan Markets
The Christmas Artisan Markets at The Bishop's Palace take place from 9th - 12th November 2018.
11th - 25th November
The Somerset Poppies
The Somerset Poppies is a public installation of artificial poppies, to be displayed at The Bishop’s Palace in November, representing the county's World War One losses.
12th November - 3rd December
25th November
Natural Soy Candle Making 2
An introduction to the craft of candle making - melt, blend and hand-pour your own candles.
25th November
Christmas Wreath Making
Create your own natural Christmas wreath using materials from The Bishop’s Palace Gardens – all materials and tools are supplied so just bring yourselves and some festive cheer!
8th - 22nd December
Christmas at the Palace
Join us at The Bishop's Palace this December for a fortnight of festivities celebrating the magic of the season.
