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Bring the Somerset Dragon into your classroom
Bring the magic of The Tail of The Somerset Dragon into your classroom with activities and resources created to help children explore Somerset’s places, stories, nature and identity.
As part of The Journey of the Somerset Dragon, schools can follow the dragon’s travels across the county, use the story to spark creative learning, and get involved in a special naming campaign with BBC Radio Somerset. It’s a simple way to connect reading, local pride and classroom creativity, while giving children the chance to feel part of a county-wide Somerset story.
Name the Somerset Dragon
As part of Somerset Day, BBC Radio Somerset is inviting the public to help name the iconic dragon from the Somerset flag. It’s a chance to be part of the county’s story, with suggestions inspired by local history, folklore, and creativity. A shortlist will be selected by a judging panel before going to a public vote, with the winning name announced on air on Somerset Day.
Click here for the submission terms and conditions and privacy notice.
The Journey of the Somerset Dragon
At the heart of this year’s celebrations is The Journey of the Somerset Dragon, a county-wide storytelling tour running throughout April and May.
The Dragon will travel across Somerset, appearing in Wells, Minehead, Evercreech, Weston-super-Mare, Sparkford, Watchet, Street, Somerton, Nailsea and more, bringing families together for live interactive readings of The Tail of The Somerset Dragon and celebrations at each stop.
And this year, the story belongs to Somerset. Residents are invited to submit a name for the dragon, with the chosen name revealed as part of the Somerset Day celebrations.
Proudly sponsored and supported by
Dragon Stop 4: Haynes Motor Museum
Dragon Stop 5: Watchet
Dragon 6: Somerton
Dragon Stop 7: Street
eat:Nailsea
Dragon Stop 8: eat:Nailsea
Some more of our 2026 events
Each year, Somerset Day is involved in a number of key events including:
eat:Taunton Food Festival 2026
A vibrant celebration of Somerset’s independent food and drink scene, returning to Taunton town centre. Discover local producers, food vendors and flavours that showcase the very best of Somerset.
Fly The Flag For Somerset
A county-wide call to action inviting businesses, schools and communities to proudly display the Somerset flag. Join the celebration, decorate your streets and show your Somerset spirit this May.
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