Upcoming Events in Nailsea
What’s on in Nailsea!
Cider Festivals, Music Festivals and Motorcycle Shows… Just to name a few!
Nailsea has got things going on for people of all ages, backgrounds and interests throughout the year.
Please scroll down to see some of the upcoming events in our town. Furthermore, check out our shops, restaurants and pubs, our markets and our clubs!
If you have an event you would like to add, please contact us.
Grove Pre-school Taster Session
Pre-school Taster Session
19th March 2019
Grove Sports Centre, St Mary’s Grove, BS48 4NQ
info@grovepreschoolnailsea.co.uk
Grove Pre-school is rated Outstanding by Ofsted – come along for a taster session on Tuesday 19th March, 1pm – 2:30pm. For further information please call 07749 240004 or email info@grovepreschoolnailsea.co.uk.
Mer-Made Tidal Gathering
Mermaiding for Adults
23rd March & 1st June 2019
Backwell Leisure Centre, Farleigh Road, Backwell, BS48 3PB
Mer-Made are back in Backwell for the Bristol Tidal! Train your freediving skills with experienced freedive coaches from NoTanx and find your fins in the mermaid world!
Lions Brass 4 Youth Concert
Concert
29th March 2019
Nailsea School, Mizzymead Road, BS48 2HN
Rotary Nailsea & Backwell are proud to present a concert by Lions Brass 4 Youth. Proceeds to be shared by the local youth brass band and other local charities. Tickets £7.50 (£4 under 17’s) from John Brown’s, Music Shop or PS Travel.
Nailsea Concert Orchestra Present ‘Appalachian Spring’ by Aaron Copland
Concert
30th March 2019
This year Nailsea Concert Orchestra will be presenting a New World Concert series, taking the audience through spring, summer and finally autumn/winter with a sumptuous mix of classics from Mendelssohn and Copeland, Bernstein to Gershwin and to a finale of Mozart and Dvorak to name just a few.
Nailsea Choral Society Spring Concert – Mozart Requiem
Concert
30th March 2019
Nailsea Choral Society will be performing Mozart Requiem on the 30th March 7.30pm at Nailsea Methodist Church. It is a wonderful programme of music and a concert not to be missed!
Annual Town Meeting
Town Meeting
3rd April 2019
Tithe Barn, Church Lane, Nailsea, BS48 4NG
Notice is hereby given that Local Government electors for the Town will be entitled to vote at the meeting which will be open to the public.
Westend Weekend
Beer & Cider Fesitval
5th April 2019 – 7th April 2019
Grove Sports Centre & Social Club
The Grove Sports Centre & Social Club and Nailsea United FC are hosting a beer and cider festival in support of CRY (Cardiac Risk in the Young) on the first weekend of April 2019!
A Night of Jake Thackray
John Watterson Performs Jake Thackray
6th April 2019
Nailsea Tithe Barn, Church Lane, BS48 4NG
Jake Thackray was a singer-songwriter, hugely popular in the 60s and 70s. His songs were funny, sad, tragic, rude. In short – unique.
Jake sadly dies in 2002 but his songs live on through John Watterson; the UK’s foremost interpreter of the wonderful wordsmithery of Jake Thackray.
Doors and bar open from 7:15pm, for an 8pm start on Saturday 6th April.
Tickets are £10 on the door, or can be bought in advance here.
Keep Britain Tidy’s Great British Spring Clean
Litter Pick & Clean-up
13th April 2019
A local group, Better Nailsea, is taking part in Keep Britain Tidy’s Great British Spring Clean with a litter pick on Saturday 13th April, 10:00 – 12:00.
More details can be found here, and any individuals or children’s/social groups who would like to take part should please contact Lisa at betternailsea@gmail.com.
North Somerset’s Strongest Man
Strength Competition
6th May 2019
North Somerset Showground, Wraxall, BS48 1NE
The first ever North Somerset’s Strongest Man will be held at the North Somerset Show on Bank Holiday Monday 6th May 2019.
Café Create
Open Mic Night
Bimonthly Event – Next Event on 17th May 2019
The Trinity Centre (next to Holy Trinity Church), Church Lane, Nailsea
Café Create is a bimonthly performance and open mic evening set-up to promote local talent! Whether you’re an aspiring singer, comedian, entertainer or simply want to get up and perform a poem or tell a story, a variety of acts are welcome.
The event is free to attend and takes place on the 3rd Friday of every other month at The Trinity Centre, with doors opening at 7:30pm. There is also a fair trade bar café, serving a wide range of refreshments. Come along for a great evening that brings together local talent, music and entertainment!
Anyone interested in performing should phone 01275 543332 or email steve.tilley@htnailsea.org.uk to book a slot. Please note that acts must pre-book.
May Fair
Fair, Car Boot Sale
2019 Date TBC
Nailsea Skate Park, Scotch Horn, Brockway, Nailsea BS48 1BZ
Organised by 2nd Nailsea Scouts. Each year starting on the 1st of May, The Millennium Park (opposite Tesco) is transformed into a lively fun fair perfect for family days out. As well as a large amount of fair ground rides, the event provides up to 150 car boot stalls and culinary options for everyone.
Frythtival
Community Music Event
25th May 2019
Fryth Way, BS48 2AS
Nailsea and Tickenham FC’s summer festival returns on Saturday 25th May 2019! Plenty of live music to enjoy and a wide selection of drinks available.
For more details or ticket reservation, please contact frythtival@hotmail.com.
Nailsea Skatepark Festival
Skate Competition
8th June 2019
Nailsea Skate Park, Scotch Horn, Brockway, Nailsea BS48 1BZ
The Nailsea Skatepark Festival is an annual community festival that provides an opportunity for the young skaters and riders of Nailsea to showcase their talents.
Nailsea Carnival
Carnival
6th July 2019
1st Nailsea Scout Group Activity and Training Centre, Clevedon Road, Nailsea, BS48 1EH
Every Summer, the community of Nailsea comes together to watch the colourful spectacle of the Nailsea Carnival. With floats and walkers taking to the streets of Nailsea, it’s a great opportunity to see what Nailsea has to offer. The carnival finishes at Millennium Park, where there is an afternoon fete, including dance, children’s rides, a car boot and more. It is a great day for the community of Nailsea to get together!
Nailsea & Backwell Beer & Cider Fesitval
Beer & Cider Fesitval
12 July 2019 – 14 July 2019
West End Park, West End, Nailsea, BS48 4BY
Nailsea and Backwell Beer & Cider Festival is held every summer at Nailsea & Backwell R.F.C. Sample the wide range of beers and ciders, enjoy the live music, and soak in the community spirit!
Nailsea “International” Bike Show
Motorcycle Event
14th September 2019 – 15th September 2019
Ring O’Bells, 4 St Mary’s Grove, BS48 4NQ
A free two day family event that features a static motorcycle display in the back garden of the Ring O’Bells pub, motorcycle related trade stands, live music at the front and children’s entertainment (including bouncy castle and face painting). The event is completely non-profit and every penny raised goes to the Children’s Hospice South West.
Eat Nailsea 2019
Food and Drink Festival
5th October 2019
Town Centre, Crown Glass Shopping Centre, BS48 1RD
A free to attend food and drink festival is coming to Nailsea for the first time in 2019. Hosted by eat:Festivals, organisers of multi award-winning food and drink festivals in Somerset, the non-profit event aims to showcase the quality of locally produced goods and products.
Nailsea Festival of Music
Music, Singing and Drama Event
23rd November 2019
A one-day event of competitive classes in creative writing, music composition, piano, singing and speech and drama.
Fireworks on Bonfire Night
Firework Display
2019 Date TBC
Nailsea and Backwell Rugby Club, West End Park, West End, Nailsea BS48 4BY
An impressive bonfire and firework display, suitable for all ages. Hot food and a wide range of beers from the beer tent is also available.
Christmas Craft Fair
Festive Fun for the Whole Family
2019 Date TBC
Nailsea Tithe Barn & Holy Trinity Church
A fabulous Christmas event that includes carol singing, festive food and drink, Santa’s Grotto and more for the whole family at Nailsea Tithe Barn & Holy Trinity Church. Entry is free. More info is available by viewing the flyer.
Nailsea Christmas Fair & Light Switch On
Community Christmas Event
2019 Date TBC
Crown Glass Shopping Centre, Nailsea
Come and enjoy the festive fair! There’s plenty of entertainment and stalls for all ages throughout Crown Glass Shopping Centre.
Trendlewood Community Festival
Festival
29th August 2020
Golden Valley, Nailsea
A biannual festival of sport, dance, music and food held at Golden Valley fields.
The Dig for Victory Show
Fair
2020 Date TBC
North Somerset Showground, BS48 1NE
A fantastic 1940’s family festival held on the North Somerset Showground each year. The event aims to bring history alive and the generations together to learn, remember and have fun.