The Somerscience Trust is a charitable incorporated organisation set up to advance the education of the public in Somerset in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and to promote public engagement in all aspects of STEM developments. Primarily this will be achieved through the establishment of the community-led Somerscience festival, and complementary events, which showcase the research and development in STEM taking place in the area from both the academic and industrial communities. The aim is for Somerscience to be an annual event to foster curiosity amongst all ages, encourage public engagement with science, give people the confidence and information to voice opinions about research, and inspire younger people or career changers to consider the myriad of roles that exist under the STEM umbrella.