Stories of Home
2025-12-06 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-09 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-10 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-11 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-12 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-13 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-16 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-17 10:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) and 1 more date | Weston Museum, Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1PR, United Kingdom
Stories of Home: Portraits of Our Community
Weston Museum
Saturday 6 December 2025 – Saturday 14 March 2026 (The Museum is CLOSED on a Sunday and Monday, as well as closing for Christmas between Friday 19 December 2025 and Saturday 3 January 2026)
A new photographic exhibition at Weston Museum!

A new photographic exhibition opening at Weston Museum offers a vibrant snapshot of life in Weston-super-Mare today. Open from 6 December 2025 to 14 March 2026, Stories of Home: Portraits of our Community brings together a compelling series of self-portraits and personal reflections that illuminate what it means to call Weston-super-Mare ‘home’.

Ahead of the exhibition, members of the community were invited to take part in photography and filming sessions. Stepping in front of the camera, participants were encouraged to look directly into the lens for a photographic self-portrait and to share their thoughts on the idea of ‘home’, and what Weston means to them.

The project captured 120 self-portraits, each offering a candid glimpse into the people and everyday stories that shape the town. Participants were also given the opportunity to record short audio reflections, some of which will feature in a film for the exhibition.

Visitors to the exhibition will also be able to contribute their own stories at open sessions taking place at Weston Museum on Saturday 10 January, Saturday 14 February, and Thursday 5 March 2026. Visitors can have their photographic self-portrait taken, share their thoughts of ‘home’ and see their image added to a display on the community wall.

Stories of Home: Portraits of Our Community has been created in partnership with the South West Heritage Trust, Weston Museum and Weston-super-Mare Town Council, with support from a range of community groups.

Entry to the exhibition is free.

The Grinch and Mr Punch Shows
2025-12-06 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-12-06 11:30 - 12:00, 2025-12-06 12:30 - 13:00, 2025-12-06 14:00 - 14:30, 2025-12-13 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-12-13 11:30 - 12:00, 2025-12-13 12:30 - 13:00, 2025-12-13 14:00 - 14:30 | Weston Museum, Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1PR, United Kingdom
🎄 FREE – Join us and Professor Paul Wheeler for his take on the Grinch Shows; featuring Mr Punch! 🎅🏻
🌟 Our Show: Prepare to be enchanted as the iconic Mr. Punch works with Santa, Elves and other festive characters to save Christmas from the EVIL Grinch! Watch as Punch and a cast of colourful puppets embark on hilarious misadventures and engaging storylines.
⚡️ Fun for All Ages: Whether you’re reliving cherished childhood memories or introducing your own children to this timeless tradition, our Punch and Judy show is a treat for all ages.
📅 Dates and Times: Saturday 6 and Saturday 13 December 2025 at 10:30, 11:30, 12:30 and 14:00. No need to prebook – just turn up and enjoy!
Grab your family, friends, and a sense of wonder, and join us for an experience that will leave you smiling from ear to ear!
Please note the Museum does have a maximum capacity, and once this has been reached, entry to the Museum will be first come first serve on a one in one out basis. We thank you for your understanding and patience!

Community Gallery Exhibition: History's Best Bits
2025-12-09 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-10 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-11 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-12 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-13 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-16 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-17 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-18 10:00 - 16:00 and 1 more date | Weston Museum, Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1PR, United Kingdom
‘History’s Best Bits’ is our latest community exhibition, sharing young people’s favourite elements of local, national, and global history.

The exhibition has been curated by the children in our Young Archaeologists’ Rusty Club and Home Education group, with contributions from Ukrainian families living both in Ukraine and locally. Making the exhibition has enabled the children to share their favourite bits of history, from Ancient Greek and Egyptian times up to World War Two family connections.

Visitors can see hand-made models, collected treasures, photographs, and oral histories, on display during the museum’s normal opening hours until Saturday 28th February.

Craft Café
2025-12-09 10:30 - 12:30, 2025-12-16 10:30 - 12:30 | Clara’s Café
Discover the joy of learning a new craft as our friendly volunteers guide you through the exciting world of creativity. Unleash your inner artist, and let your creativity flow in the company of like-minded individuals who share your love for all things handmade.
If you’re a seasoned crafter, we invite you to showcase your skills and be a part of our vibrant community. Bring your own craft to the museum and watch as your talent inspires others to embark on their creative journey. Craft Café celebrates the beauty of sharing knowledge and the magic of learning from one another.
Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned pro, Craft Café is the place where inspiration thrives and friendships blossom. Every Tuesday from 10:30 – 12:30 in term time. See you there!

Chatty Cafe
2025-12-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Weston Museum, Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1PR, United Kingdom
Chatty Café

Join the Chatty Cafe every Friday at Weston Museum from 10am to 12pm. A welcoming space run by volunteers where people can come together, chat, and feel safe – perfect for anyone feeling lonely or looking to socialise.
