Collett Park Day is back on Saturday 14 June – and it's packed with everything from woodfired pizza and live music to bouncy castles, sports day games and dozens of local stalls. Whether you're coming for the food, the shopping, the music or the community spirit, here's what to expect at Shepton Mallet's biggest annual celebration.

When and where is it?

Date: Saturday 14 June 2025

Time: 10am to 5pm

Location: Collett Park, Shepton Mallet

Parking: Parking is available at the Old Showground Fields off Cannard's Grave Road

What's happening on the day?

This year's event is bursting with entertainment and activities for all ages, including:

Food and drink

Expect a wide range of hot food including woodfired pizza, Thai dishes, Caribbean cuisine, hog roast, burgers and hot dogs. Sweet options include bubble tea, freshly squeezed orange juice, candy floss, donuts, milkshakes and traditional ice creams.

The event bar will serve beer, cider, wine and Pimms, with free squash available for children.

Live music on the Bandstand

10.00am – Shepton Mallet Big Band

12.00pm – Capricorn 1

1.30pm – Two Man Ting

3.30pm – Priddice Brothers

Performances on the People's Stage

11.00am – Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service

12.00pm – Tai Chi (open participation)

1.00pm – Cygnets Majorettes

2.00pm – Chapel Dance Studio

3.00pm – Hula hooping (open participation)

4.00pm – Sports Day with Make the Sunshine (open participation)

Free activities and entertainment

• Free bouncy castles provided by Jolly Jumpers
• Face painting and glitter tattoos
• Have-a-go hula hooping and sports day events
• Family games and interactive performances
• Model boat displays from Shepton Mallet Model Boat Club
• Fire engine and emergency service demos

Community and charity stalls

More than 40 local groups and organisations will be represented, including Somerset Wildlife Trust, Shepton Mallet Rotary, Shepton Men's Shed, Happy Landings, the Lantern Festival, Shepton Carnival Clubs, Mendip MS Society, YMCA, local scouts and brownies, and many more.

Shopping and local traders

Browse a wide selection of local produce, gifts, crafts and handmade goods. Confirmed stalls include Essence and Bloom Gift Co, Go Fudge Yourself, Sean the Chef, Lock and Charm, The Makers' Bee, Mrs B's Bakes and Cakes, Sweetie Treats, Fun 4 All Events, Go-Go-Games, and Total Gut Health.

Entry is free and everyone is welcome.Whether you're in it for the food, the music, the shopping or the atmosphere, Collett Park Day 2025 is set to be a great day out for Shepton Mallet. Just bring your friends, your family, and a bit of sunshine.