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The best apprenticeship events in Somerset in 2027
A curated list of the best apprenticeship events in Somerset in 2027 - including the flagship Taunton Apprenticeship Evening at Queen's College.
By Jack Frampton, Marketer at Queen's College, Taunton · Published 15 July 2026
2027 is shaping up to be a strong year for apprenticeship events in Somerset - here's what to have in your calendar.
Taunton Apprenticeship Evening - 9 March 2027
Flagship event at Queen's College, Taunton. Full details.
BTC Open Events
Bridgwater & Taunton College run rolling open evenings across the year.
UCS Open Days
University Centre Somerset (UCS) run open days each term.
National Apprenticeship Week
Every February. Somerset-wide activity.
Frequently asked questions
- Are apprenticeship events free?
- Almost always yes - Taunton Apprenticeship Evening is completely free.
- Should parents attend?
- Yes - parents are the biggest influence on apprenticeship decisions.
- Do I need to book?
- Yes - free ticketed events fill quickly.
- Which event is best for degree apprenticeships?
- UCS open days and the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening.
Explore more on this site
- Apprenticeship Hub →Free mentoring, vacancy help and guides for school leavers, parents and employers.
- Marketing Portfolio →Campaign design, sports graphics, editorial work and photography from Queen's College, Taunton.
- Video →Behind the scenes video and short-form apprenticeship content.
- About Jack Frampton →Marketer, apprenticeship advocate and Taunton keynote speaker.
About the author
Marketer at Queen's College, Taunton · Apprenticeship advocate
Jack Frampton is a marketer at Queen's College, Taunton, working across digital marketing, SEO, design, content and photography. He came through the apprenticeship route himself, founded the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening and speaks in schools across Somerset and the South West about apprenticeships as a route into marketing. He offers free mentoring for school leavers, parents and employers.
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