What's on at Mendip Basecamp
Basecamp Entertainment
Free family-friendly weekend entertainment.
Live Music
Join us for free live music at Basecamp! Soak up the natural beauty and enjoy chilled family festival vibes. Let the music set the mood for an unforgettable evening with artists like Sam Evans, Chloe Hawkins and Martin Radford.
Storytelling
Spark children’s imaginations with magical storytelling from groups like Kid Hyena and the Solstice Storytelling Circle. Settle in for an evening of hilarity, suspense and all-out creativity for a wonderful wind-down.
Circus Skills
Spin hula hoops, learn the diablo and try all sorts of Circus Skills. Circus Skills is a popular free activity for children of all ages and is a great way to finish your action packed family weekend.
Themed Weekends
New for 2025, a series of free themed weekends.
Astronomy Weekends
Be guided through an out-of-this-world deep-dive into all things Astronomy. Themed storytelling, Intro to Astronomy and a visit to the mobile Astronomy Dome are perfect activities for any child (or adult!) with stars in their eyes.
4th - 6th July
Nature Weekends
Nature Walks, Bat-detecting and a visit from the Secret World Wildlife Rescue to learn about animal conservation and encourage a positive connection with nature. Psst…Bat Detectors are always available for hire, so you can turn any Basecamp trip into your personal Nature Weekend!
27th - 29th June
Craft Weekend
Things are getting crafty! Join us for Craft Weekend, including reading and drawing sessions with children’s authors Duncan Beedie and Kael Tudor, plus crafting and seed-bomb workshops sure to get the creative juices flowing. Unlock your children’s creativity and watch them flourish in glorious nature!
Mendip Family Festival
Cap off your family’s summer with an affordable weekend of cinema, music and adventure! Camp under the stars, try free activities, cosy up for movie night and dance the night away with live performances from local musicians. Mendip Family Festival tickets are amazing value and the perfect way to send off the summer in style!
Kids Adventure Camp
Unleash your child’s adventurous spirit this summer with Mendip’s Kids Adventure Camps! 5 days of unforgettable activities for 8 to 14-year-olds include Rock Climbing, Paddling, Target Sports and more, plus full catering and cosy indoor accommodation. Forge new friendships, discover new interests and spend time in nature at the best outdoor centre in the South West!
10th - 15th August
17th - 22nd August