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

Brass brilliance comes to Stalbridge

A spirited summer afternoon of live music awaits as the 28-piece Oddfellows Brass band returns to Dorset for the first time since 2016. Hosted...

16 June 2025

Blackmore Vale What's on

Cerne Abbas set to bloom again for its 49th Open Gardens weekend

Cerne Abbas is well known for its giant, its Abbey site … and for being one of the prettiest villages in Dorset. Since 1974,...

8 June 2025

Blackmore Vale What's on

Latin America, a choral feast and party the night away at The Exchange

Quimantu is an iconic Anglo-Chilean band performing with charangos, zamponas, quenas, bombos, violins, violas and cellos. In a unique Artsreach community project, Quimantu has...

7 June 2025

Blackmore Vale What's on

The ladies who brought back the Bard

A North Dorset countess helped rescue Shakespeare’s bawdy brilliance from censorship, and is finally getting the credit … 300 years overdue A new book on...

7 June 2025

Blackmore Vale What's on