Following last year’s very successful pop-up season of events, for 2026 we are delighted to be leading a collaboration across multiple Shepton Mallet promoters and venues in the first SHEPTON MIDSUMMER FEST. This multi-venue music and arts festival has FREE and TICKETED events and runs from 18 to 28 June.
Further events and acts are still to be announced so sign-up to our newsletter and check-out the comprehensive details of events including free events on this page!
Movie night at the Amulet, in the pop-up cinema that our volunteer team have created on the ground floor. With Amulet DJs in the bar before and after the film. The Brutalist Escaping post-war Europe, visionary architect László Toth arrives in America to rebuild his life, his work, and his marriage to his wife Erzsébet...
Our next open day at The Shepton Mallet Sunday Market. Join us in our temporary event space on the ground floor of the Amulet to learn about the building's history and our project to purchase it for the community of Shepton Mallet and surrounding area. Our community share offer is now live, giving...
The much-loved tradition of Saturday afternoon family cinema returns to the Amulet, in the pop-up cinema that our volunteer team have created on the ground floor. Join us for pop corn, ice creams and fizzy pop. Mufasa: The Lion King “Mufasa: The Lion King” enlists Rafiki to relay the legend of Mufasa to young lion...
An opportunity to sing Natural Voice compositions and other uplifting, ‘quick win’ songs, creating a feeling of unity and harmony. This community sing will be led by Sue Rushforth, who celebrated her wedding at The Amulet in 1997. Having lived and worked in Shepton district for 26 years she has a strong link with the...
The much-loved tradition of Saturday afternoon family cinema returns to the Amulet, in the pop-up cinema that our volunteer team have created on the ground floor. Join us for pop corn, ice creams and fizzy pop. Despicable Me 4 Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal (Emmy winner Will Ferrell) and his femme...
A fabulous night of dancing to the amazing barefoot ceilidh band, complete with caller, fiddle & squeeze box. Featuring Shepton Mallet resident and renowned uilleann piper and whistle player Dominic Henderson. Entry: 18+ only Licensed bar Tickets: Adults £12 Low-income £8 Under 25 £8
Passion, love, laughter, bitterness and fury set the stage as divorced couple, Amanda and Elyot, find themselves unwittingly thrown together in Coward’s classic comedy of manners. Unknowingly booking adjoining rooms while on honeymoon with their new spouses, Amanda and Elyot are forced to face their true feelings for each other... The producers behind Swanage and...
A horrifying new play, an ink-dark comedy and very possibly the most shocking true story you haven’t heard…... Yet. London 1970. Something stalks the streets of London – a creature that leaves only terror in its wake. A demon-hunting priest and his sworn enemy, a man who is a tobacconist by day and a vanquisher...
A live jazz session in the Market Place, directly outside the Amulet, to celebrate the launch of Bar 501 Tacos. This is a free event, with no booking required. Hot tacos will be available from Bar 501 and the Amulet' ground floor event space will be open to visit.
Our final family film of the summer holidays How To Train Your Dragon 2 When Hiccup and Toothless discover a secret ice cave with wild dragons and a mysterious Dragon Rider, the two friends find themselves in an epic battle to save the future of men and dragons! Certificate PG Runtime 102 minutes Doors open:...
An evening of film and dance - join us for the classic rom-com Dirty Dancing plus our DJ will be playing music-to-dance-to in the cafe bar, both before and after the film. Dirty Dancing: In the summer of 1963, 17-year-old Baby, a pampered daddy's girl not knowing the first thing about dancing, braces herself for...
Our next open day at the Shepton Mallet Sunday Market. Join us in our temporary event space on the ground floor of the Amulet to learn about the building's history and our project to purchase it for the community of Shepton Mallet and surrounding area. Our community share offer is now live, giving...
Alien: A pioneering cult sci-fi classic from British Director Ridley Scott, Alien is a masterclass in psychological thriller as much as sci-fi horror, with a truly stellar cast. Originally released early Sept 1979, come aboard the tense, murky Nostromo ship for this one-off special in the intimate 65 seat Amulet pop-up cinema, with immersive 5.1...
An Afternoon of club classics, old skool rave, bass bangers and classic disco. Dress in your best rave wear, day glow, glitter and sequins recommended! Balloons and glow sticks will be available! All under 18s must be accompanied by a parent/carer, and all adults must be accompanied by a child! No drop off and runs...
Clueless: Amy Heckerling's glorious teen comedy-romance, Clueless has landed rad cult status thanks in-part to visionary casting, unabashed 90s vibes and ultimately, it's inspired re-imagining of Jane Austen's Emma. This sharp high-school classic carries Austen's timeless teen-saga with charm, wit and irresistible style. Film: Clueless Dir/Screenplay: Amy Heckerling Year: 1995 Running time: 97mins Cast: Alicia...
Hackers: Sizzling cult breakthrough film for both Angelina Jolie & Jonny Lee Miller, the pair's on-screen chemistry is palpable (they married in '96) and only adds to the uber-stylish friction. Hitting cinemas in 1995, just as the realities and consequences of the Internet were starting to bite, Hackers visually pops with ideas and tech-cool energy,...
Family Cinema returns to the Amulet for September in the pop-up cinema created by volunteers, Starting with an animation classic! The Incredibles In this lauded Pixar animated film, married superheroes Mr. Incredible (Craig T. Nelson) and Elastigirl (Holly Hunter) are forced to assume mundane lives as Bob and Helen Parr after all super-powered activities have...
The Rocky Horror Picture Show: In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad (Barry Bostwick) and Janet (Susan Sarandon), stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker...
Everything is Illuminated A zany Trabant road movie across Ukraine - on a rigid search for a collectors past. Starring Elijah Wood and Eugene Hutz, set to the music of Gogol Bordello, this lovely film is a cinematic treat based on a serious true story. Certificate: 12a Made: 2005 Runtime: 1hr 41mins Tickets £5 Doors:...
Shepton Mallet u3a will be running a showcase of their activities in the Amulet on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st, from 10am to 5pm each day. Come along and discover all of the amazing opportunities that this fabulous community group currently offers.
Wreck It Ralph A video game villain wants to be a hero and sets out to fulfill his dream, but his quest brings havoc to the whole arcade where he lives. Certificate: PG Runtime: 1hr 48mins Doors: 1:30pm, Film 2:00pm Adults: £5 Under 13s: £1 13 and over: £2
Hot Fuzz: Stacked with an arresting squad of British actors and comedians, Hot Fuzz bursts with knowing nods to action cinema, stylish sequences and tightly spun one-liners. Cult Comedy with capital Cs, much of Hot Fuzz was filmed in Wells, so come join for this one-off Amulet screening, cheer and marvel at this locally filmed...
A live jazz session in the Market Place, directly outside the Amulet, to celebrate the launch of Bar 501 Tacos. This is a free event, with no booking required. Hot tacos will be available from Bar 501 and the Amulet' ground floor event space will be open to visit.
Rear Window: THE Master of suspenseful thrillers, Hitchcock remains one of the definitive Directors in cinema, here flexing his psychological muscle, blurring the boundaries between cinema and theatre. Rear Window stands tall as a classic of film, a shining example of restraint delivering maximum edge-of-seat impact. Film: Rear Window Dir: Alfred Hitchcock Screenplay: John Michael...
In partnership with Croissant Neuf, we are excited to present a two day weekender of live music: FRIDAY 26th SEPTEMBER Banco de Gaia has been performing and releasing for over 30 years, making him one of the world’s most respected digital audio artists. His legacy of world-infused dance and ambient music is as glittering as...
Our next open day at the Shepton Mallet Sunday Market. Join us in our temporary event space on the ground floor of the Amulet to learn about the building's history and our project to purchase it for the community of Shepton Mallet and surrounding area. Our community share offer runs until 31st October, giving local...
Stomping, whomping, stealing, singing, tap-dancing, violating. Derby-topped hooligan Alex (Malcolm McDowell) has a good time - at the tragic expense of others. His journey from amoral punk to brainwashed proper citizen and back again forms the dynamic arc of Stanley Kubrick's future-shock vision of Anthony Burgess' novel. Controversial when first released, A Clockwork Orange won...
Professional dance company Ekleido are undertaking a one-week residency in Shepton Mallet in mid-October. They will be adapting two of their breathtaking performances that incorporate voguing, bonebreaking and threading club/street dance styles and that are usually performed in major dance venues, ready to undertake a national rural venue tour next year under the Rural Touring...
Featuring live band Xaman X plus Panther Panther and DJs Cal Jader & Arias plus Sunday Market DJs and Minsky live. Xaman X combine live electronics with traditional Latin American instrumentation and outstanding percussion, they ride the thin line between old and new, grounded and psychedelic, spiritual and kitsch. Their improvised sets are ritualistic music...
FLOCK presents "Journey of the Magi" by Springs Dance Company “Forget The Nutcracker, Springs Dance Company's Journey of the Magi is the best Christmas show I have ever seen!" - Sir David Bintley CBE - former artistic director of Birmingham Royal Ballet Journey of the Magi is a professional production of dance, theatre, song and poetry. It is a...
Let’s Buy The Amulet presents: Internationally renowned cellist and composer Raphael Weinroth-Browne is redefining the cello with his signature blend of metal and Middle Eastern music influences. Raphael augments his cello through amplification, effects, and live looping to build immersive sound worlds in real time. His epic compositions combine cinematic scope and unbridled virtuosity and...
Join professional dance company Ekleido for a breathtaking double bill dance performance incorporating voguing, bonebreaking and threading club/street dance styles and featuring original music by world-renowned electronic musician FloatingPoints. Ekleido usually perform in major dance venues but were selected and funded by the Rural Touring Dance Initiative and Arts Council England to adapt their show...
Snowgoose Experience the timeless, harmony-rich folk-rock of Snowgoose live! Tonight they perform as an acoustic duo, bringing their enchanting indie charm to the Church. Featuring the spellbinding vocals of Anna Sheard and the beautiful guitar work of Jim McCulloch (Soup Dragons/BMX Bandits), and with a reputation for transforming venues into intimate, dream-like soundscapes, this promises...
Croissant Neuf & Let's Buy The Amulet presents Please note the updated line-up Steve Knightley ft. Daniel Salvatore Steve Knightley is a multi-award winning singer-songwriter and musician, best known as a founding member of the folk/acoustic band “Show of Hands”. He hails from the West Country and is renowned for crafting songs deeply rooted in...
PLEASE NOTE THE AMENDED TIMES OF THE EVENT AND PRE-BOOKED TICKET (FREE) NOW REQUIRED FOR ENTRY 🌳 FIVE TREES ALL DAY FAMILY PARTY 🌳 A day for everyone! 📅 Saturday 20th June ⏰ 1pm – 5pm 📍 Five Trees Bowlish, Forum Lane, Shepton Mallet, BA4 4JG 🎉 Bring the whole crew — toddlers to grandparents...
A Shepton Midsummer Fest Special .... June's Shepton Punk Party will be in The Victoria Inn's beautiful garden. The Victoria Inn have invited back 5 of the most exciting bands from their monthly Punk nights of the last year and it is free entry plus there will be food options available. Starts at 3pm and...
Chilled Saturday Afternoon Jazz mixed by Vinyl DJ’s all afternoon at Kilver Court!
PARTY NIGHT AT THE CLUB SPORTS BAR! Get ready for a night of sizzling party classics with DJ Karl, DJ Neil & Anne Marie! Classic party anthems all night long Great music, great atmosphere, great company FREE ENTRY ALL NIGHT! Saturday 20th June 7:30 PM – Midnight The Club Sports Bar, Shepton MalletDon't miss an unforgettable night of dancing, singing, and party...
Following their chance re-encounter in the south-east corner of Glastonbury Festival in 2024, old schoolmates CISSY + Dan Hughes have been writing and performing as a duo and sharing their love for jazz and folk styles. As well as performing their favourite standards from these genres, the pair also enjoy sharing their own tunes, touching...
The Barefoot Ceilidh Band are known for their high-energy playing and expert calling across Irish, English and Scottish dance traditions. Led by uilleann piper Dominic Henderson, the band also features fiddle, flute, guitar, and unforgettable callers that will lead everyone in the dancing. After their sell-out ceilidh in the Amulet during last summer’s pop-up season,...
Let’s Buy The Amulet are delighted to be supporting Art Bank Introducing – Rock & Pop Showcase Get ready for a night of fresh talent and brilliant live music as we welcome bands and performers from The Blue School in Wells to the stage. Expect at least five fantastic acts, each bringing a mix of...
Beans On Toast Essex-born folk troubadour Beans on Toast has been charming audiences with his candid songwriting and engaging live performances for nearly two decades. Blending humour, politics, and storytelling, he has built a dedicated fanbase through constant touring, playing festivals across the globe and packing out venues big and small. He releases a new...
Movimientos, Let's Buy The Amulet & Fallowfest present: MUÉVETE! 💃🔥 The Legendary Latino Sound System & Fiesta Get ready for a red-hot, rum-fuelled carnival to kick off the summer! We’re bringing a heavy dose of Latino and Caribbean heat to Pilton with live acts, tropical DJs, and a massive outdoor vibe. THE LINEUP: 🎸 LAS...
"THE BIG DRAW IN COLLETT PARK Drawing On, the community sketching group led by Flock Arts is collaborating with SWEDA to get everyone drawing together in Collett Park. There’ll be a range of activities for all ages where BIG drawing will happen! Fun Portraits, Walk & Draw, Nature Designs, Print Making and a Giant Community...
For Our Friends At Shepton Mallet AFC! They are holding ” MALLETFEST, ” a music festival, on Saturday 27th June at Shepton Mallet Football Club. 1.30pm – 1.30am. Headliners will be Absolute Oasis along with Luke Potter, Paper Planes, Eddie Dean, Sladest, Troy Ellis plus DJ’s all day. Tickets are priced at £20 from 1.30pm...
Arthur Brown & Friends with several live-music delights from artists on Rose Hill Records and some choice DJ's and artists chosen by Oli Moule. ARTHUR BROWN Few artists have evolved and endured quite like Arthur Brown. A true pioneer of rock beginning in the 1960s— he emerged as one of the most electrifying performers of...
Where are YOU from? Where's your family from? What places have shaped who you are? Drop in any time and add your story to a large, collaborative artwork mapping the cultural roots of Shepton Mallet — from just down the road to the other side of the world. Whether your family has been in Somerset...
Before the big Prison Yard Party the Shepton Mallet Sunday Market is on 10-3pm this time with a star studded DJ line up Including: Banco De Gaia (Toby Marks) Himeko Patmandu Matt Ettle Mixy Dust Cydney Jake Kómma Philski And a Live Music Line up which includes: Twoman Ting B.E.Cooling Ruby Darbyshire Our biggest Sunday...
Get ready and get ya tickets 🎫 Shepton Mallet Prison takeover is here ! 💥🎶🎻 Inside those tall perimeter walls in the yards of the prison Level Sounds ( DUB AT THE PUB ), Shepton Midsummer Fest and the legendary Firmly Rooted Sound System bring you the.... “PRIZON YARD PARTY” 💕☀️🎶💥💥! Six hours of back...
Ten years ago, my best friend Tom was diagnosed with heart cancer and given three months to live. His last wish was to have a full Viking burial. So I gave him one. Team Viking tells the remarkable, hilarious and heart-lifting story of how I actually managed to give my best mate the send-off he...