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  • Community Policing Drop In Surgery

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    Community Policing Drop In Surgery. PCSO 5382 Leatt will be at Shaftesbury Library to offer Crime Prevention advice and leaflets and to hear any local concerns. Shaftesbury Library 5 October […]

    Free

  • Community Resilience Day

    wincanton race course old hill, wincanton

    Free event aimed at Parish and Town Councils and anyone interested in helping their communities to be prepared for emergencies. Learn to become a stronger, more resilient Somerset Celebrating Somerset's […]

    Free

  • The Big Stur Welcome

    The Exchange, Sturminster Newton Sturminster Newton

    This fabulous new community event hosted by The Exchange provides an opportunity for newcomers to the area to come along and meet representatives from over 20 local groups and organisations. This free event will be of interest to everyone as it highlights the rich variety of activities which take place in Sturminster Newton.

    Free

  • Careers and Coffee – Apprenticeships 2.0

    The Exchange, Sturminster Newton Sturminster Newton

    Did you know there are 600 different apprenticeship pathways? With the changing economic landscape, more people are now turning to apprenticeships as their pathway to work. Enjoy a free coffee in the informal setting of our community venues and gain vital, up to-date information on the employment and apprenticeship landscape in Dorset. Our expert, Joanne […]

    Free

  • Christmas library gets lively

    Sherborne Library Sherborne Library, Hound street, Sherborne

    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.

    Free

  • Sturminster Newton’s first Menopause Café

    Thyme after Time Cafe Unit 6, Spire Hill Business Park, Thornhill Rd, Stalbridge, Sturminster Newton, United Kingdom

    Join us for an informal gathering at the very first Menopause Café in Stur! A safe space to share experiences and increase awareness of the impact of menopause. Come along for a cuppa and a chat! Open to all ages and genders so all welcome. No agenda but lots of community spirit! This event is […]

    Free

  • Short Story Writing Competition

    Shaftesbury

    What are you up to this week? How about writing a 500-word story for a Short Story Writing Competition? The theme is the murder of King Edward the Martyr, which took place at Corfe Castle back in 978AD – Dorset in the Dark Ages. Who saw it happen? Whose lives were touched? What happened to […]

    Free

  • Love your aquarium? Visit the Oceanarium this May half term!

    Oceanarium Bournemouth Oceanarium, Bournemouth

    Looking for somewhere to visit with the family, this May half term? Visit the Oceanarium and take an awe-inspiring underwater voyage, above and below the waves! The Oceanarium is a proud member of BIAZA and this May half term, they will be supporting BIAZA’s ‘Love Your Aquarium’ campaign! Watch the waters come alive with regular […]

  • Health Promotion Evening

    Wincanton Memorial Hall High Street, Wincanton, Somerset

    Wincanton is having a Health Promotion Evening on Wednesday 11th September from 17:30-19:30 at Wincanton Memorial Hall. Wincanton Health Centre has organised this event and Dr Campbell Murdoch a GP from Wincanton Health Centre is presenting what is metabolic health and how to improve it from 18:00. There is a raffle and refreshments available, where […]

    Free

  • South West Really Useful Family History Show

    Kinson Community Centre Millhams Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom

    Dorset Family History Society is excited to announce they have been working in partnership with Devon Family History Society and the Family History Federation to host the South West Really Useful Family History Show at Kinson Community Centre  (Pelhams Park), Millhams Road, Bournemouth, BH10 7LH on Saturday 29th March 2025 from 10am until 4pm. Dorset FHS has lined up a great range […]

    Free

  • Bere Marsh Farm Farmers’ Market

    Bere Marsh Farm Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford

    We're really excited to reveal our first farmers' market will take place at Bere Marsh Farm, Shillingstone, on September 6 from 10am to 4pm. Look forward to seeing you there! See here for more info: www.thecrt.co.uk/Event/farmers-market

    Free

  • Big Green Day

    Beaminster School Newtown, Beaminster

    A day showcasing a wide variety of environmental groups - wildlife, energy, recycling, grow your own, sustainable living etc. Lots of friendly and useful information and advice! Plus live music, children's activities, delicious refreshments.

    Free

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