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  • A Noise Annoys – Jude Simpson

    Dorchester Corn Exchange High East Street, Dorchester, Dorset, United Kingdom

    “A Noise Annoys” is a poetry show for all the senses!  It features rhymes, noises, songs, surprises and lots of audience interaction.  Bursting with joyful humour and witty wordplay, Jude takes the audience on a mind-bending journey through the sounds of language and the language of sounds.  There is lots of joy, a healthy dose […]

    £8.00 – £28.00
  • Stormy Seashore Scavenger Hunt at Chesil

    The Fine Foundation Wild Chesil Centre Portland

    Join us for a guided Seashore Scavenger Hunt at Chesil to search for natural treasures that have washed up on the beach after the stormier weather. This family-friendly event is a great opportunity to discover more about what lives in the deeper waters, usually hidden from view, from slow-growing corals to eggcases of sharks and […]

    £4.00
  • Sleuthing Aboard the Ship – this October Half Term!

    The Fleet Air Arm Museum RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester

    Step aboard our Aircraft Carrier Experience this October Half Term and take part in a thrilling murder mystery adventure like no other! Visitors of all ages are invited to become shipboard sleuths, meeting costumed characters and uncovering hidden clues to solve a most intriguing case. A petty officer, in the engine rooms with a candlestick? […]

    £19.00
  • GrandSlam Wrestling

    Dorchester Corn Exchange High East Street, Dorchester, United Kingdom

    🎃 Dorchester, are you ready for a Halloween you’ll NEVER forget?! GrandSlam Wrestling is bringing the heat to the Dorchester Corn Exchange on October 31st for a spooktacular night of live action! 🔥 Former WWE Superstar & current TNA sensation SANTINO MARELLA will be in the house and yes, you can meet him before the […]

    £10.00
  • An afternoon of fungi feast and forage with Andy Knott of Jurassic Coast Mushrooms

    Happy River Retreat Wareham

    Back by Popular Demand: A Mushroom Adventure with Andy Knott from Jurassic Coast Mushrooms Step into the fascinating world of fungi with Andy Knott – one of Dorset’s most passionate and knowledgeable mushroom minds.   Andy’s enthusiasm is contagious, and he’ll guide you on a woodland walk of discovery through the forest from Happy River Retreat. […]

    £35
  • Magic of Christmas Food and Craft fair

    Riversmeet Active Harding's Lane, Gillingham, Dorset, United Kingdom

    We are really looking forward to this fabulous event. We 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. It really is the place to do your Christmas shopping. We […]

    Free
  • Festive Farmers Market and Santa Visit

    Bere Marsh Farm Shillingstone DT11 0QY Bere Marsh, shillingstone, dorset, United Kingdom

    Meet Santa and get in the festive spirit at our Farmers' Market  Enjoy our Farmers Market Christmas Edition on Sunday 7th December, from 11am-3pm and shop from a selection of fantastic local products. At 11am, Santa will arrive on his sleigh to officially open our market, as he visits us in support of local children's […]

    Free
  • The Purbeck School Science Fair

    The Purbeck School Worgret Road,, Wareham, Dorset, United Kingdom

    Join us for an exciting afternoon of science, discovery, and hands‑on learning at the Purbeck Science Fair 2026, taking place on Saturday 28 February, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at The Purbeck School, Worgret Road, Wareham BH20 4PF. This popular annual event brings together a large number of exhibitors, offering a wide range of […]

    Free
  • Friday Farm Walks

    Bere Marsh Farm Shillingstone DT11 0QY Newmans Drove, Shillingstone, Saint Vincent and The Grenadines

    From Friday April 3, Friday Farm Walks will run weekly from 2pm to 3pm through to September at Bere Marsh Farm, Shillingstone. Led by Hannah Bosence, members of the volunteer team and guest leaders, the walks explore the meadows, river and floodplain at Bere Marsh Farm, highlighting how agroecological farming practices support wildlife and benefit […]

    Free
  • Card Collectors Show

    The Bridge Access Dorset Chaseside, Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom

    On Saturday 11th April we return to The Bridge following our sell-out event in February. There will be a large number of card sellers focussing mainly on Pokémon, but also Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic The Gathering and others. Card Grading will be available, so please bring along your precious collectibles. Parking is free. Early ticket booking is […]

    £6
  • Teddy Rocks Festival

    Charisworth Farm Blandford Forum

    Teddy Rocks Festival is a multi-award winning 3 day family-friendly charity music event in Dorset, UK. Tickets - Teddy Rocks Festival - 1st May to 3rd May - Charisworth Farm, Blandford, Dorset Teddy Rocks has raised over £815,000 for children's cancer charities, is the UK's best family festival award winner and Heavy Music Awards "H" […]

  • The Big Dorset May Day Family Ceilidh

    Hardye Theatre, Thomas Hardye School Queen's Avenue, Dorchester

    Come and celebrate May Day in traditional style with a modern twist with this popular ceilidh band and experienced caller. Join Tatterdemalion, the band of the New Hardy Players, who will be bringing to life traditional Dorset tunes enjoyed for nearly 200 years. With expert caller Angela Laycock to guide every move, it’s fun for […]

    £5 – £13