Find events in Dorset, from village fêtes and jumble sales to the county’s biggest shows, alongside theatre, live music, exhibitions, markets, talks, walks and family days out. The Dorset Life What’s On calendar brings together things to do across the county, with dates, locations and details to help you plan.

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  • b-side Festival

    St Georges Centre, Reforne, Easton Portland St Georges Centre, Reforne

    b-side is an internationally recognised and locally loved arts organisation that both embodies and enriches its place of origin – the Isle of Portland in Dorset. This year, b-side Festival […]

  • OPEN AFTERNOON with BLACKMORE VALE SCRIBES

    10TH SEPTEMBER, 2.30-4.30 at BRADFORD ABBAS VILLAGE HALL, near Sherborne. For our September meeting we invite you to join us, see us working on calligraphy projects and maybe have a […]

    Free

  • Shaftesbury Indoor Market

    Shaftesbury Town Hall High Street, Shaftesbury, Dorset, United Kingdom

    Shaftesbury Indoor Market! Various small businesses selling their products: Decoupage & cards FM Fragrances and dietary supplements The Body shop Photography Pet clothing, blankets, Hunan gloves Bunting, scrunchies, small bags […]

  • Shaftesbury Indoor Market

    Shaftesbury Town Hall High Street, Shaftesbury, Dorset, United Kingdom

    Shaftesbury Indoor Market! Various small businesses selling their products: Decoupage & cards FM Fragrances and dietary supplements The Body shop Photography Pet clothing, blankets, Hunan gloves Bunting, scrunchies, small bags […]

  • Basket making workshop

    Gutchpool Farm Gutchpool Farm, Gillingham, United Kingdom

    Ever wanted to weave a basket? Then come and learn how to make this stylish asymmetric basket with Yeomen basketmaker Ellie Morgan. During this one-day workshop Ellie will take you […]

    £125

  • Willow Christmas decoration making workshop

    Gutchpool Farm Gutchpool Farm, Gillingham, United Kingdom

    Come and make your own unique willow Christmas decorations with Yeoman basketmaker Ellie Morgan. You'll be making little free standing Christmas trees, stars, bunting and Christmas tree decorations; what a […]

    £55

  • Milborne Port Christmas Fair

    Milborne Port Village Hall Springfield Road, Milborne Port

    Milborne Port Christmas Fair in aid of the Friends of Milborne Port Library Saturday 10th December 10am - 2.30pm Milborne Port Village Hall, Springfield Road, Milborne Port Stalls to include […]

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  • Natural dyes workshop

    Gutchpool Farm Gutchpool Farm, Gillingham, United Kingdom

    Come and explore the power of natural colour through our workshop run by Artist, Dyer and Grower, Ffion Taverner. During this workshop we will explore the hidden qualities of the […]

    £110

  • Cute Love Bug Craft

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    Join us this half term to make a cute love bug or two - perfect for your Valentine! Shaftesbury Library Monday 13 February 11:00am - 12:00 noon. For further information […]

  • Dorset Button Making

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    Enjoy a free demonstration and talk by Anna McDowell on this Heritage craft using contemporary materials and designs.

    Free

  • Willow Bird Feeder Making Workshop

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    Book a free session to make a Willow Birder Feeder to take home. Enjoy the amazing craft of Willow Weaving with amazing samples on display.

    Free

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