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SUMMARY:Defying Gravity this Easter at the Fleet Air Arm Museum
DESCRIPTION:This Easter grab your wingman and take to the skies at the Fleet Air Arm Museum. \nJoin us for a gravity-defying adventure as we explore the incredible stories that have helped us take to the skies. \nFollow our trail to discover the many ways we’ve dared to defy gravity throughout history and see if you’ve got what it takes to join the ranks of the world’s great engineers. \nBeneath the iconic Concorde\, put your engineering skills to the test with not one but two hands-on challenges. Design and launch your very own chocolate egg parachute and cradle\, because every egg deserves a safe landing! Then build your own helicopter spinner and watch it take flight. \nA creative\, hands-on adventure for curious minds of all ages. \nEaster Egg Parachute Drop \nTues\, Weds and Thurs during the Easter Holidays (7\, 8\, 9\, 14\, 15 and 16 April) – 10am to 3pm \nEggs up! We are ready for take off! Create your very own parachute for a precious cargo – A chocolate egg! Then get ready to test your invention as you drop it from our Concorde viewing platform. Will your egg land safely? Or will it tumble and break apart? Make sure you don’t crack under the pressure! \nBuild Your Own Helicopter Spinner \nMon and Fri during the Easter Holidays (3\, 6\, 10\, 13 and 17 April) – 10am to 4.30pm \nGet crafty and create your own paper helicopter spinner. Build\, drop and watch your spinner whirl to the ground while exploring how flight and gravity work in this quick\, hands-on activity for curious minds that’s full of family fun. \nNEW Easter Trail \nFriday 3 to Sunday 19 April – 10am to 4.30pm \nFasten your seatbelts and join us for our brand new trail as you find out how our aircraft and collection defies gravity! \n\nHunt for clues\n\n\nTake part in physical challenges\n\n\nExplore our historic aircraft – you can even sit in the cockpit of a Sea Vampire\nGet hands on with our Easter activities!\n\nAll activities are included within your museum ticket.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/defying-gravity-this-easter-at-the-fleet-air-arm-museum/
LOCATION:The Fleet Air Arm Museum\, RNAS Yeovilton\, Ilchester\, BA22 8HT
CATEGORIES:Children's,Family,History
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SUMMARY:Classical Guitar Concert with renowned John Mills in Thornford (18 April 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Dear team\, \nHope you are well. \nI would like to submit the following event for inclusion in your listings and/or editorial consideration. \nSerenata Guitar Trio with Dr Fernando Aguera \nAn afternoon of classical guitar at Thornford Village Hall on Saturday 18 April 2026\, 3pm. Featuring internationally renowned guitarist John Mills and guest artist Dr Fernando Aguera\, the programme includes music from the Baroque era\, Spain\, South America and film.Tickets £15 (£5 under 15s).Email: serenatatrio@outlook.com | Tel: 01373 865039A full press release is below and image will be sent via email. Please let me know if you require any further information.Many thanks for your time and consideration.With best wishes\,Dr Fernando Aguera \nPRESS RELEASE
For immediate release \nInternationally Renowned Guitarists Perform in Thornford \nAn afternoon of exceptional classical guitar music will take place at Thornford Village Hall on Saturday 18 April 2026 at 3:00pm\, featuring the Serenata Guitar Trio joined by guest artist Dr Fernando Aguera. \nThe programme will include music from the Baroque era alongside Spanish and South American repertoire\, as well as music from film\, showcasing the rich colours and versatility of the classical guitar. \nThe Serenata Guitar Trio features Richard Mills\, Cobie Smit\, and John Mills\, the latter widely regarded as a living legend of the classical guitar. John Mills has enjoyed an international career spanning over five decades\, performing in more than 25 countries\, broadcasting regularly on BBC Radio 2 and 3\, and holding professorships at both the Royal Academy of Music and the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama. He made his London debut at the Wigmore Hall and studied with legendary figures including Andrés Segovia. \nJoining the trio is Dr Fernando Aguera\, an award-winning guitarist with an international background. He holds a PhD in Music from the State University of Campinas (Brazil) and a Master’s degree with Distinction from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama. A former university lecturer and competition prize-winner in both the UK and Brazil\, he is also known for his engaging performances of Latin American and classical repertoire. \nThis concert offers a rare opportunity to hear world-class guitarists in an intimate setting\, bringing together experience\, virtuosity\, and a diverse and accessible programme. \nEvent Details:
📍 Thornford Village Hall\, Pound Road\, Thornford\, Sherborne\, DT9 6QB
📅 Saturday 18 April 2026
🕒 3:00pm (doors open 2:30pm) \nTickets:
£15 standard
£5 for accompanied under 15sTickets available on the door or in advance:
📧 serenatatrio@outlook.com
📞 01373 865039Refreshments available during the interval.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/classical-guitar-concert-with-renowned-john-mills-in-thornford-18-april-2026/
LOCATION:Thornford Village Hall\, Pound Road\, Thornford\, Sherborne\, DT9 6QB
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dr Fernando Aguera":MAILTO:serenatatrio@outlook.com
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us at St Peter’s Church Dorchester on Saturday 18th April between 12.30pm and 1.00pm for our monthly lunchtime concert. This is a programme of works for violin and organ performed by husband-and-wife duo Christina and Graham Scott. The soloists enjoy busy performing careers alongside their work in the music department at Bryanston School. Admission is free and all are very welcome. More information at www.musicatstpetersdorchester.org
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/lunchtime-concert-8/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Church Dorchester\, 26 High East Street\, Dorchester\, DT1 1XA
CATEGORIES:Classical Music
ORGANIZER;CN="Music at St Peter's":MAILTO:musicatstpeters@mail.com
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SUMMARY:The Mappercombe Project
DESCRIPTION:Exhibition of recent finds in the Powerstock area\, pay bar and talk by lead archaeologist.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/the-mappercombe-project/
LOCATION:Powerstock Hut\, School Hill\, Powerstock\, Dorset\, DT6 3TB
CATEGORIES:History
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