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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221217T100000
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SUMMARY:The Fairy Tale Forest
DESCRIPTION:Come and visit The Fairy Tale Forest. Wander through a magical wintery woodland and meet Mary Godmother in her gingerbread emporium. Look around her shop\, hear the latest fairy tale gossip and help her prepare for Christmas in this free immersive theatre experience for all the family at Thorngrove Garden Centre. \nDorset based company Angel Exit Theatre (angelexit.co.uk) transform an indoor area of Thorngrove Garden Centre\, Gillingham into a beautiful wintery forest with help from Employ My Ability and local volunteers.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/the-fairy-tale-forest-2/
LOCATION:Thorngrove Garden Centre\, Gillingham\, Thorngrove Garden Centre\, Gillingham\, Dorset\, SP8 4RE
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Family,Family event,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Angel Exit Theatre":MAILTO:info@angelexit.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221217T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221217T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20221114T143456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T143456Z
UID:12424-1671271200-1671291000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Fairy Tale Forest
DESCRIPTION:Angel Exit Theatre bring to you The Fairy Tale Forest – Wander through a magical wintery woodland and meet Mary Godmother in her gingerbread emporium. Look around her shop\, hear the latest fairy tale gossip and help her prepare for Christmas in this FREE immersive theatre experience for all the family at Thorngrove Garden Centre.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/the-fairy-tale-forest/
LOCATION:Thorngrove Garden Centre\, Gillingham\, Thorngrove Garden Centre\, Gillingham\, Dorset\, SP8 4RE
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Family,Family event,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Angel Exit Theatre":MAILTO:info@angelexit.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221217T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221217T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20221115T103731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T103731Z
UID:12442-1671271200-1671291000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Fairy Tale Forest
DESCRIPTION:Come and visit The Fairy Tale Forest. Wander through a magical wintery woodland and meet Mary Godmother in her gingerbread emporium. Look around her shop\, hear the latest fairy tale gossip and help her prepare for Christmas in this free immersive theatre experience for all the family at Thorngrove Garden Centre. \nDorset based company Angel Exit Theatre (angelexit.co.uk) transform an indoor area of Thorngrove Garden Centre\, Gillingham into a beautiful wintery forest with help from Employ My Ability and local volunteers.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/the-fairy-tale-forest-2/
LOCATION:Thorngrove Garden Centre\, Gillingham\, Thorngrove Garden Centre\, Gillingham\, Dorset\, SP8 4RE
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Family,Family event,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Angel Exit Theatre":MAILTO:info@angelexit.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231125T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231125T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20231113T121432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T121432Z
UID:22643-1700910000-1700924400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Father Christmas at 1855 Sturminster Newton
DESCRIPTION:Experience the enchantment of a Winter Wonderland with a personal visit to Father Christmas at 1855 Sturminster Newton. This festive season\, create a memorable adventure for your child\, children\, or the whole family. Join us at this magical location each Saturday\, from the 25th of November to the 16th December\, for a unique opportunity to meet Father Christmas himself.\nImmerse yourself in the holiday spirit by reserving a special session with Father Christmas. Available dates for this heartwarming experience are as follows:\nSaturday\, 25th November\nSaturday\, 2nd December\nSaturday\, 9th December\nSaturday\, 16th December\n( Book your place here – https://bit.ly/Santa1855BV )\nSessions run from 11 am to 3 pm. To secure your preferred date and time\, simply use the drop-down calendar on our booking page\, and then navigate to your chosen time slot.\nEach booked familysession\, lasting up to 10 minutes\, promises an intimate and joyous encounter with Father Christmas. It includes a unique gift for every child and an opportunity to capture this special moment with a photo.\nWhat’s more\, this wonderful event is completely free\, graciously sponsored by SturAction as a festive gift to the community. Don’t miss out on creating these priceless holiday memories with your loved ones. Book your spot now and get ready for a magical experience!\nBook here NOW! – https://bit.ly/Santa1855BV
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/father-christmas-at-1855-sturminster-newton/
LOCATION:1855 Building\, Old Market Cross\, Sturminster Newton\, DT10 1AT
CATEGORIES:Children's,Christmas,Family event
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ORGANIZER;CN="SturAction":MAILTO:sturbiz18@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231202T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231202T173000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20231120T103459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T103459Z
UID:22806-1701529200-1701538200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Festive Fun at Woodlands Village Hall
DESCRIPTION:Arrive at any point\n• Try your hand at festive crafts\n• Join in with singing to live music\n• Listen to seasonal stories\n• Enjoy mince pies and mulled wine\n• And when it turns dark\,\njoin us to switch on our Christmas lights\nThis is a free family event\nAll Welcome!
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/festive-fun-at-woodlands-village-hall/
LOCATION:Woodlands Village Hall\, Verwood Road\, Woodlands\, BH21 8LJ
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Crafts,music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231209T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20231128T153220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T154039Z
UID:23096-1702116000-1702224000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas Tree Festival
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Tree Festival at St Mary’s Church\, Sturminster Marshall on Sat 9th & Sun 10th December 10 am to 4pm. Beautifully decorated trees dedicated to charities. Children’s activities. Toy service Sun 9.15am. Carol singing Sun PM. Refreshments FREE ENTRY
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/christmas-tree-festival/
CATEGORIES:Christmas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231216T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20231106T122429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T122429Z
UID:22311-1702729800-1702731600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas Lunchtime Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us at St Peter’s Church\, Dorchester on Saturday 16th December between 12.30 and 1pm for a Christmas lunchtime concert! Britten’s ‘A ceremony of carols’ will be performed by vocal consort and talented young harpist\, Marni Lai. Enjoy a restful half an hour in the midst of this busy December Saturday! Admission is free and all are very welcome.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/christmas-lunchtime-concert/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Church Dorchester\, 26 High East Street\, Dorchester\, DT1 1XA
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Classical Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Music at St Peter's":MAILTO:musicatstpeters@mail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231221T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231221T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20231124T121529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231124T121529Z
UID:22920-1703154600-1703158200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas crafts
DESCRIPTION:Get into the festive spirit with some wintery crafts at the library. Drop in session\, no booking required. Suitable for ages 3 +. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/christmas-crafts/
LOCATION:Sherborne Library\, Sherborne Library\, Hound street\, Sherborne\, DT9 3AA
CATEGORIES:Children's,Christmas,Crafts
ORGANIZER;CN="Sherborne Library":MAILTO:sherbornelibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231223T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231223T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20231124T121509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231124T121509Z
UID:22917-1703340000-1703341800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas library gets lively
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the library for a special wintery story and craft session. Suitable for ages 3+. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/christmas-library-gets-lively/
LOCATION:Sherborne Library\, Sherborne Library\, Hound street\, Sherborne\, DT9 3AA
CATEGORIES:Children's,Christmas,Community information,Crafts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sherborne Library":MAILTO:sherbornelibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231223T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231223T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20231201T120129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T120129Z
UID:23186-1703349000-1703354400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to our very traditional carol service on Saturday 23rd December at 4.30pm in St Peter’s Church\, Dorchester. Alongside fantastic choral settings by composers including Morton Lauridsen and Philip Stopford\, you can enjoy singing the best-loved\, traditional Christmas carols. All are very welcome to this free event!
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/festival-of-nine-lessons-and-carols-3/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Church Dorchester\, 26 High East Street\, Dorchester\, DT1 1XA
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Classical Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Music at St Peter's":MAILTO:musicatstpeters@mail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240102T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240102T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20231115T104447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T104447Z
UID:22698-1704193200-1704204000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Woodlands Warm Welcome
DESCRIPTION:A community start to the New Year for all the family. \n– Crafts and games\n– Skittle alley\n– Cooking for children\n– Light lunch included\n– Free WiFi \nAll welcome\, including accompanied children of all ages \nTo book your free places email us: woodlandsvillagehall@gmail.com or phone on +44 7462 570117
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/woodlands-warm-welcome/
LOCATION:Woodlands Village Hall\, Verwood Road\, Woodlands\, BH21 8LJ
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Family event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Woodlands Village Hall":MAILTO:woodlandsvillagehall@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241103T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241103T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20241020T103052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241020T103052Z
UID:32738-1730631600-1730649600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Artisan Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:Wonderful\, Christmas Artisan Craft Fair\, with over 20 stall-holders\, selling a huge range of unique\, festive gifts all under one roof. Delicious cakes and jacket potatoes for sale\, as well as art\, sculpture\, glass\, ceramics\, prints\, jewellery\, textiles\, soaps\, skincare\, toiletries\, candles\, preserves and much more. Free entry and ample parking.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/artisan-craft-fair/
CATEGORIES:Afternoon tea,Art,Christmas,Christmas fair,craft fair,Fete,food,gifts,lunch,Market,tea,Village Fete
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241123T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241123T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20241110T145507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T220425Z
UID:33694-1732359600-1732377600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas Open Studio at Strawberry Cottage Studio
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Open Studio \nArt\, cosy cushions\, beautiful bunting\, small stockings and many more creative gifts by Louise Freir and Annabelle Narey. Please pop in; we’d love to see you!
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/christmas-open-studio-at-strawberry-cottage-studio/
LOCATION:Strawberry Cottage\, Strawberry Cottage 49 Milton Abbas\, Blandford Forum\, DT11 0BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Christmas,Crafts,gifts,Open day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Louise Freir":MAILTO:lfreirart@gmail.com 0
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241129T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20241125T110806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T110807Z
UID:34249-1732874400-1732982400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Studio Festive Pop Up Shop
DESCRIPTION:The Christmas Pop Up Shop is opening on Friday! All local\, sustainable handmade or grown work in a studio setting at Higher Green Farm Arts in Twyford\, near Shaftesbury\, SP70JF.  Come and join us\, say hello – refreshments and a warm welcome await you.  Open Friday & Saturday 29th & 30th November \, then again on Friday & Saturday 6th & 7th December.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/studio-festive-pop-up-shop/
LOCATION:Higher\, HIGHER GREEN FARM\, Twyford\, SHAFTESBURY\, SP7 0JF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/pop-up-poster-2024.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Turner":MAILTO:juliedturner@hotmail.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T235959
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20241117T220450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T220451Z
UID:33981-1732924800-1733011199@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sturminster Newton Christmas Tree Light Switch On
DESCRIPTION:The annual Christmas Tree Light Switch On is the most popular Sturminster Newton event of the year and Saturday 30th November 2024 is going to be the best ever to date!!!\n\n10.00am-2.00pm Christmas Market at The Exchange\n\n10.30am Bib the Trike and Father Christmas\n\n11am-7pm Dorset Artisan Market\n\n11.00am-3.30pm Father Christmas at 1855\n\n12noon William Barnes School Choir\n\n1.00pm – 7.00pm Christmas Tree Festival at St Marys Church\n\n2.00pm Conor Smith – The Boy And The Blue Guitar – Market Cross\n\n3.00pm Rock Choir\n\n4.00pm Bulgarian Dancing\n\n4.30pm Vale Ukes – U3A Group\n\n4.50pm Lantern Parade led by Father Christmas from The Exchange to Market Place\n\n5.00pm Christmas Tree Light Switch On with special guests – Father Christmas and Sturminster Newton Amateur Boxing Club\n\n5.05pm Lantern Parade led by Father Christmas from the Market Place to St Mary’s Church.\n\n5.05pm Vale Ukes – U3A Group\n\n5.00pm – 7.00pm Late night shopping until 7.00pm\n\n5.30pm Happy Birthday 1855 – music & magic\n\n8.00pm Los Pacaminos at The Exchange (ticketed event)\n\n 
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/sturminster-newton-christmas-tree-light-switch-on/
LOCATION:Sturminster Newton\, Sturminster Newton\, Dt10\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Christmas fair,Dance,Family event,Market,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="SturAction":MAILTO:sturbiz18@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20241126T105032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T105034Z
UID:34356-1732962600-1732969800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Get into the festive spirit by making your own beautiful Christmas Wreath for your home at Higher Green Farm Arts on Saturday 30th November\, 10.30 – 12.30.  All materials locally foraged on the farm will be supplied and seasonal  refreshments included.  £35.00 per wreath\, children welcome.  To book contact rturner@hotmail.com
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/christmas-wreath-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Higher Green Farm\, Twyford\, HIGHER GREEN FARM\, Twyford\, SHAFTESBURY\, SP7 0JF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas
ORGANIZER;CN="Higher":MAILTO:juliedturner@hotmail.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241206T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20241206T084553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T084555Z
UID:34711-1733479200-1733587200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Studio Festive Pop Up Shop
DESCRIPTION:Our Festive Pop Up Shop is open for the final time this year on Friday 6th and Saturday 7th December.  All local\, sustainable handmade or grown work in a studio setting at Higher Green Farm Arts in Twyford\, near Shaftesbury\, SP70JF.  Come and join us\, say hello – refreshments and a warm welcome await you.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/studio-festive-pop-up-shop-2/
LOCATION:Higher Green Farm\, Twyford\, HIGHER GREEN FARM\, Twyford\, SHAFTESBURY\, SP7 0JF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/pop-up-poster-2024.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Turner":MAILTO:juliedturner@hotmail.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241212T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20241007T121510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T121510Z
UID:32169-1734026400-1734031800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:University Carol Service
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to the University Carol Service on Thursday 12th December at 6pm in St Peter’s Church\, Bournemouth (BH1 2EE). Following the very traditional nine lesson and carol format\, you can expect glorious choral settings sung by the University Chamber Choir alongside all of the best-loved congregational carols. This is a carol service for the entire community\, and you do not need to have any association with Bournemouth University or Arts University Bournemouth. Everyone is welcome to join us.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/university-carol-service/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Church Bournemouth\, Hinton Road\, Bournemouth\, BH1 2EE
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Classical Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="University Music":MAILTO:musicadmin@bournemouth.ac.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241224T233000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241225T003000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20241006T140039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241006T140039Z
UID:32130-1735083000-1735086600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Choral Midnight Mass
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Choral Midnight Mass at St Peter’s Church\, Dorchester on Christmas Eve – Tuesday 24th December – at 11.30pm. The music includes Schubert ‘Mass in G’\, Will Todd ‘My Lord has come’ and Adolphe Adam ‘O holy night’. All are very welcome to this service.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/choral-midnight-mass/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Church Dorchester\, 26 High East Street\, Dorchester\, DT1 1XA
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Classical Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Music at St Peter's":MAILTO:musicatstpeters@mail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241225T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241225T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20250126T213634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250126T213636Z
UID:33877-1735119000-1735124400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:White Christmas Dip
DESCRIPTION:Dip a toe or go all in for the UK’s biggest Christmas Day Dip at Boscombe Beach. Raising money for Macmillan Caring Locally.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/white-christmas-dip/
CATEGORIES:Christmas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Macmillan-White-Christmas-Dip-poster-low-res-for-web-pages.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251101T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251201T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20251101T211553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251101T211556Z
UID:52447-1762011000-1764612000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Journey of the Magi
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Historic Wimborne Minster Church for Springs Dance Companys ‘ Journey of the Magi ‘. This all age 90 Minute Performance tells the story of the first chilstmas while a family in 2025 prepare for their Christmas celebrations. \nDoors open at 2.30pm to allow time to purchase refreshments before the 3.30pm Performance \nAdult Tickets are £8\, children £6 and family Tickets ( either two adults and two children or three children and one adult ) are £20 \n50% discount for groups – enquiries and bookings – claire@wimborneminster.org.uk
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/journey-of-the-magi/
LOCATION:Wimborne Minster\, High St\, Wimborne Minster\,\, Wimborne\, BH21 1EB
CATEGORIES:Christmas
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251103T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251224T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20251103T094248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T094252Z
UID:52535-1762162200-1766593800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Handmade for Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Handmade for Christmasat the Workhouse Chapel\n\n\nOpen Daily 1st November – 24th December9.30 a.m. – 4.30 p.m.\n\n\nOur gifts are all lovingly Made by Hand by real people\, working in real sheds\, with real tools. You won’t find anything mass-produced here! We have over 70 local artists and makers exhibiting their work – you might even find something for those tricky to buy for people in your life or a treat for yourself that you just can’t resist!
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/handmade-for-christmas/
LOCATION:The Workhouse Chapel\, Strurminster Newton\, Bath Road\, Sturminster Newton\, Dorset\, DT10 1DS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Christmas,Christmas fair,Crafts,Exhibition,gifts
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Unknown.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="Rose Hatcher":MAILTO:handmade@workhousechapel.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20250930T073230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T073231Z
UID:50113-1764165600-1764172800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wreath Making Afternoon at the Allendale Community Centre
DESCRIPTION:Wreath Making afternoon at the Allendale Community Centre.  A fundraising event for the Centre.  Enjoy making your own festive wreath to take home whilst enjoying festive nibbles and a soft drink.  Only £30 per person.  All materials provided.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/wreath-making-afternoon-at-the-allendale-community-centre/
LOCATION:The Allendale Centre\, Hanham Road\, Wimborne\, BH211AS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:charity event,Christmas,Community information,Fundraiser,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Allendale Community Centre":MAILTO:info@theallendale.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20250827T152445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T152446Z
UID:46136-1764410400-1764428400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:A Dorset Christmas Festival: Pull a Pine at RSPB Arne
DESCRIPTION:Join us for one of the biggest conservation events in the country. \nWhile we love trees\, what nature needs is the right trees in the right place. On our precious and rare lowland heathland pine and silver birch trees being prolific at seeding can quickly take over\, blocking out the light and pushing heathland wildlife out as they grow. If allowed the trees will completely take over this very rare environment. By helping us to remove the pine trees\, you can help us protect the beautiful heathland for the future and look after an area which some of our rarest wildlife in the UK call their home. Sand Lizards\, Smooth Snakes\, and our specialist heathland birds – Dartford Warblers and Nightjars rely on the heathland as their home. By cutting your own pine tree for Christmas you are not only taking home a piece of Arne\, but you will be making a real difference to help the RSPB protect this rare and wonderful environment. \nSo\, get your wellies on\, dig out your hats and scarves and join us for a special festive day in nature. This year’s Pull a Pine will be held over 2 days on the weekend of 29 & 30 November\, giving you more choice on which day or days to book. \nThe event runs from 10:00am – 3:00pm (last entry to site at 2:00pm). There will be live music\, Christmas craft stalls\, with locally made artisan and festive items for you to browse at your leisure\, as well as carol singing and delicious festive foods. Advanced ticket sales only. \nOur café team will be hosting a festive tent on the heath with refreshments\, hot tasty food and mulled cider. Our shop and café in the wildlife garden will also be open for festive shopping and your Arne café favourites. The festival is a chance to start the festive season with family and friends and most importantly the opportunity to do your bit for nature. \nEarly Bird Tickets are available until October.\nPrices for the Early Birds Tickets are:\nRSPB Members : £11.00 each\nNon Members : £13.50 each\nChild : £2.75 each
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/a-dorset-christmas-festival-pull-a-pine-at-rspb-arne/
LOCATION:RSPB Arne\, Arne Rd\, Arne\,\, Wareham\, BH20 5BJ
CATEGORIES:Christmas
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/pull-a-pine-Arne.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="RSPB":MAILTO:arne@rspb.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20251010T192355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T192441Z
UID:46245-1764410400-1764428400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:A Dorset Christmas Festival: Pull a Pine at RSPB Arne
DESCRIPTION:Join us for one of the biggest conservation events in the country. \nWhile we love trees\, what nature needs is the right trees in the right place. On our precious and rare lowland heathland pine and silver birch trees being prolific at seeding can quickly take over\, blocking out the light and pushing heathland wildlife out as they grow. If allowed the trees will completely take over this very rare environment. By helping us to remove the pine trees\, you can help us protect the beautiful heathland for the future and look after an area which some of our rarest wildlife in the UK call their home. Sand Lizards\, Smooth Snakes\, and our specialist heathland birds – Dartford Warblers and Nightjars rely on the heathland as their home. By cutting your own pine tree for Christmas you are not only taking home a piece of Arne\, but you will be making a real difference to help the RSPB protect this rare and wonderful environment. \nSo\, get your wellies on\, dig out your hats and scarves and join us for a special festive day in nature. This year’s Pull a Pine will be held over 2 days on the weekend of 29 & 30 November\, giving you more choice on which day or days to book. \nThe event runs from 10:00am – 3:00pm (last entry to site at 2:00pm). There will be live music\, Christmas craft stalls\, with locally made artisan and festive items for you to browse at your leisure\, as well as carol singing and delicious festive foods. Advanced ticket sales only. \nOur café team will be hosting a festive tent on the heath with refreshments\, hot tasty food and mulled cider. Our shop and café in the wildlife garden will also be open for festive shopping and your Arne café favourites. The festival is a chance to start the festive season with family and friends and most importantly the opportunity to do your bit for nature. \nEarly Bird Tickets are available until the end of October.\nPrices for the Early Birds Tickets are:\nRSPB Members : £11.00 each\nNon Members : £13.50 each\nChild : £2.75 each \nimage credit Terry Bagley (RSPB-images.com)
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/a-dorset-christmas-festival-pull-a-pine-at-rspb-arne-2/
LOCATION:RSPB Arne Nature Reserve\, RSPB Arne Nature Reserve\, Wareham\, BH20 5BJ
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Wildlife
ORGANIZER;CN="RSPB Arne Nature Reserve":MAILTO:arne@rspb.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20251107T121018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T121022Z
UID:52808-1764496800-1764514800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Magic of Christmas Food and Craft fair
DESCRIPTION:We are really looking forward to this fabulous event.\nWe have over 70 stalls all selling quality handmade products. We have crochet\, jewellery\, art\, wooden items\, textiles\, cakes\, wine\, gin\, vodka\, liqueurs\, children’s clothes\, Christmas decorations\, soaps\, candles\, wax melts and so much more.\nIt really is the place to do your Christmas shopping.\nWe also have choirs singing for you\, we have sand art to do on the day and purchase kits to take home\, also decorate your own Christmas decoration\, you can purchase or order your Christmas tree.\nFather Christmas will be visiting in his grotto too.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/magic-of-christmas-food-and-craft-fair/
LOCATION:Riversmeet Active\, Harding's Lane\, Gillingham\, Dorset\, SP8 4HX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Christmas fair,craft fair,Crafts,Family event
ORGANIZER;CN="Gillingham Handmade":MAILTO:gillingham-handmade@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20251201T085852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T085854Z
UID:70991-1765029600-1765033200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Salamanca Band and Bugles of The Rifles Christmas Concert
DESCRIPTION:Kick start your Christmas and join us for some free Christmas Cheer at Sherborne Abbey. \nThis free to enter event will have a retiring collection that is split 50/50 with Sherborne Abbey and The Rifles Charity. \nThe Rifles have a long steep history with Sherborne with the Dorset Regiment and Devon an Dorset Regiment being antecedent Regiments of The Rifles.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/salamanca-band-and-bugles-of-the-rifles-christmas-concert/
LOCATION:Sherborne Abbey\, The Abbey Close\, SHERBORNE\, DT9 3LQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,concert,live music,music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20251127T105126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T105129Z
UID:53818-1765105200-1765119600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Festive Farmers Market and Santa Visit
DESCRIPTION:Meet Santa and get in the festive spirit at our Farmers’ Market  \nEnjoy our Farmers Market Christmas Edition on Sunday 7th December\, from 11am-3pm and shop from a selection of fantastic local products. \nAt 11am\, Santa will arrive on his sleigh to officially open our market\, as he visits us in support of local children’s charity Teddy20. \nBring your children along to meet Santa\, receive a gift and take a family photo. A small fee will be applicable per child to raise funds for the Teddy20 charity. Santa visits will take place from 11.15am-2pm. \nThe Buzz Café will be open selling mulled wine\, hot chocolate\, mince pies and delicious cakes made by our CRT volunteers.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/festive-farmers-market-and-santa-visit/
LOCATION:Bere Marsh Farm Shillingstone DT11 0QY\, Bere Marsh\, shillingstone\, dorset\, DT11 0QY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Family event,Food & Drink,Market
ORGANIZER;CN="Countryside Regeneration Trust":MAILTO:info@thecrt.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20251201T112529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T112531Z
UID:71017-1765105200-1765119600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bere Marsh Farm Christmas Farmers's Market
DESCRIPTION:A very special visitor is coming to Bere Marsh Farm!   \nWe’re thrilled to share that the Teddy20 Santa Sleigh will be joining us for our first-ever Christmas Farmers’ Market on Sunday\, 7 December.   \nThe event opens at 11am in the Threshing Barn\, where Santa will officially start the celebrations.   \nYou’ll be able to browse a wonderful range of local producers and craftspeople\, including:   \n\nPurbeck Ice Cream\nMikey’s Dog Rescue\nThe CoCo House\n Photography by Marilyn Peddle\nPothecary Gin\nThe Secret Garden\nDorset Chocolate Company\n\nPlus\, visit the CRT stall for:   \n\nOur 2026 wildlife calendar\nHandmade wildlife boxes\nOur delicious rare-breed pork – the perfect alternative to Christmas turkey!\n\nAnd don’t forget to stop by The Buzz Café\, open all day with homemade seasonal treats and hot drinks\, lovingly prepared by our amazing volunteers.   \nWe can’t wait to welcome you for a festive day out at Bere Marsh Farm!   \n 
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/bere-marsh-farm-christmas-farmerss-market/
LOCATION:Bere Marsh Farm Shillingstone DT11 0QY\, Newmans Drove\, Shillingstone\, DT11 0QY\, Saint Vincent and The Grenadines
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Christmas fair
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251211T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251212T220000
DTSTAMP:20260421T082827
CREATED:20251102T085341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T085344Z
UID:52476-1765479600-1765576800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas Concerts under Concorde 11th & 12th December
DESCRIPTION:The much-loved Christmas Concert beneath the wings of Concorde returns to the Fleet Air Arm Museum in Yeovilton for 2025\, taking place on Thursday 11th and Friday 12th December. \nSet in the iconic Hall Four beneath Concorde 002\, guests will enjoy a festive evening of music performed by the HMS Heron Royal Navy Volunteer Band\, featuring a mix of seasonal favourites and classic tunes. \nTickets are £20 and include a mince pie and mulled wine on arrival\, with tea and coffee served during the interval. \nDoors open at 7:00pm\, with the concert starting at 7:30pm. \nPlaces are limited\, so early booking is recommended! \nPlease note: Tickets are valid only for the specific date selected at the time of purchase and cannot be transferred to the other evening. Be sure to double-check your chosen date before confirming your booking.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/christmas-concerts-under-concorde-11th-12th-december/
LOCATION:The Fleet Air Arm Museum\, RNAS Yeovilton\, Ilchester\, BA22 8HT
CATEGORIES:Christmas
ORGANIZER;CN="The Fleet Air Arm Museum":MAILTO:fleetairarm.enquiries@nmrn.org.uk
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