EATING & DRINKING

Park rocks to Rockin’ Ronnie

Lower temperatures than recently made no difference at all to the hundreds of people enjoying this week’s free concert hosted by the Friends of Wellington Park. There might even have been more dancers on the floor – and in the sunshine too, not just in the shade. Wellington Park is a beautiful place for relaxation …

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Park concert again draws big crowds

With perfect weather once again, crowds turned out in big numbers for the latest Sunday concert hosted by the Friends of Wellington Park. Bird Dogs provided a very popular musical mix, following strongly on their first appearance on the bandstand last summer, and brought the dancers on to the floor. While the biggest crowds are …

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BrewTwo supporting Around Wellington for another year

We are delighted that BrewTwo at the Cleve have extended their support of the Around Wellington news and sport website. The popular coffee house and evening bistro will continue to sponsor our Food and Drink news for the next 12 months. *** It’s been an amazing year for the business and here are the thoughts …

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Family Fun Day at Camelot House and Lodge

Residents, families and staff marked the end of June with a sunny family fun day at Camelot House and Lodge in Wellington. Manager Zillah Oakes said: “Given the heatwave that preceded it, we were glad we had a slightly cooler weekend – it was sunny and warm without being too hot, and just right for …

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Patronal Festival opens with ‘Clipping the Tower’ ritual

The ancient custom of ‘Clipping the Tower’ of St John’s Church was revived today (Saturday) as the first event in the church’s Patronal Festival. To the sound of bells, members of the multi-faith community, humanitarians and those interested in ancient ritals and heritage ringed the church after passing through a floral arch before holding hands …

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Latest park concert draws huge crowd

The Friends of Wellington Park’s latest free concert this afternoon attracted more than 600 people – not far from an all-time record according to their chair, Roger Nunn. A combination of popular vocalist Jason Toft on the bandstand, gorgeous weather, Fathers’ Day and the pull of these free Sunday afternoon shows drew crowds ready to …

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Tea and cake in aid of hospital friends

The Wellington Hospital League of Friends are holding a Summer Tea and Cake afternoon in the Baptist Church Hall, South Street, today (Saturday) from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. As well as a wide variety of cakes – majority home baked – there will be a tea-themed raffle and stalls selling books, ‘bits and bobs’, and crocheted …

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Farm shop strikes gold in awards

The team at Rumwell Farm Shop are celebrating success in the 2026 Taste of the West Awards. The family-run business on the A38 between Taunton and Wellington has been awarded a string of accolades for its homemade products, including six golds, a silver and four commended entries. Partner Anne Mitchell says: “Winning across such a …

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High Street market defies the weather

It’s been a soggy scene in our High Street today (Saturday) but that didn’t stop hundreds of people enjoying the latest Wellington Independent Market. Organisers Maxine Price and Charlotte Beatty took the decision to go ahead despite the weather forecast and were rewarded with another excellent show of support for their efforts. There were a …

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Market back in High Street this weekend

A reminder that Wellington Independent Market returns to High Street tomorrow (Saturday) with more than 40 stalls and other attractions.

The market has been a big success since being taken over by Maxine Price and Charlotte Beatty, who run the popular Nook and Cranny business in our town centre.

Their latest event will run from 10am to 3pm and there is also entertainment as follows:

  • 10.20-10.50 – Cam Chilcott.
  • 11-12 – The Ukes of Wellington.
  • 12.30-1 – Emilia.
  • 1-2 – The RJs.
  • 2-3 – Paradox.

There will also be Open Mic sessions and a face painter.

For further information and to book stalls, email Wellingtonindependentmarket@gmail.com

BELOW: The current list of stalls for Saturday.

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SPONSOR FEATURE: Inside the new bar at BrewTwo

It has been just couple of weeks since BrewTwo officially pulled back the curtain on its new bar, and if the buzz in the air is any indication, the local social scene has found its new heartbeat. Since the doors opened, the space has quickly transformed from a highly anticipated project into a bustling community …

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