Category: Blackmore Vale What's on

The Blackmore Vale what’s on section, showcasing our wonderful array of events throughout Dorset.

From live shows and plays, to village fetes, country shows and fairs.

Showcasing some of the worlds best events like the famous Great Dorset Steam fair. Not to mention the Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show and the fabulous Stock Gaylard Oak fair

All the news and dates of what is on where and when right across North Dorset, and beyond!

North Dorset or the Blackmore Vale is steeped in history, mystery and magic. Along with this history comes an array of fascinating, quirky and sometimes outright eccentric events that take place throughout the year that are sure to surprise and delight. Whether you fancy a go at a Nettle eating competition, or take part in a famous down hill cheese race, there is sure to be something for everyone in this fascinating and beautiful county.

Blackmore Vale What's on

The Year Clock returns to Dorset

The Year Clock brings William Barnes, Dorset’s self-educated teacher and parson, to life through notes, anecdotes, newspaper reports, and personal letters either written by...

Editorial team - 17 October 2024

Blackmore Vale What's on

Brenton West (The Repair Shop) and Raj Bisram (Antiques Roadshow) to Host an Evening of Conversation and Fun at the Exchange in Sturminster Newton!

Stour Hall, The Exchange, Sturminster Newton – 2nd November 2024 Prepare for an unforgettable evening with much-loved TV personalities Brenton West and Raj Bisram, as...

Editorial team - 16 October 2024

Blackmore Vale What's on

Spooky theatre in Shaftesbury

Shaftesbury Arts Centre’s Music and Drama Group is thrilled to announce their highly anticipated autumn show, Rehearsal, an original dark comedy with a supernatural...

Editorial team - 13 October 2024

Blackmore Vale What's on

Spooky Fun at the Museum of East Dorset this half term

Get ready for some ghostly fun as the Museum of East Dorset in Wimborne celebrates Halloween and half-term week with its special Spooks and...

Editorial team - 11 October 2024

Blackmore Vale What's on

A Little Bit of The Script’s the Thing

On the 16th October 7.30pm, in a special free spin-off evening to the Dorset Scriptwriting Festival, writers and anyone interested in scriptwriting can enjoy...

Editorial team - 10 October 2024

Blackmore Vale What's on

Sam Mendes at opening of Purbeck Film Festival

For nearly 30 years, Purbeck Film Festival has been bringing the pick of new and classic films from around the world to venues and...

Editorial team - 8 October 2024

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Growing Christmas – one tree at a time

Editorial team - 2 December 20240

Dorset’s expert grower, Pete Hyde, gives The BV’s editor Laura Hitchcock an insider peek at the secret life of Christmas trees ‘I started selling Christmas...