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  • Autism Friendly Day at Monkey World

    Monkey World opens an hour early at 9am, exclusively for visitors with autism and their families. Sensory trails, a calm room, and drop-In room for support all ensure that Monkey World is a great day out – for all.

  • Love is in the water. Visit the Oceanarium this February half term!

    Oceanarium Bournemouth Oceanarium, Bournemouth

    This February Half Term, bring your loved ones for a day full of discovery, fun, and unforgettable moments! Whether you're planning a family adventure, a day out with friends, or a unique Valentine's date, dive in with a splash! Exciting news! We have teamed up with RockReef this Half Term! Purchase a full price Oceanarium […]

  • Brick Builders: Inventors and Innovators at the Fleet Air Arm Museum

    The Fleet Air Arm Museum RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester

    Under Concorde 002, the first British-made Concorde, the Fleet Air Arm Museum is joined by Brickideas for a creative construction challenge and trail, where visitors can unleash their inner inventor! Budding builders are encouraged to take inspiration as they explore the museum, seeing everything from the early fixed-wing aircraft, to iconic Second World War warbirds […]

  • Shaftesbury Fringe

    Shaftesbury

    For three days,  performers of all stripes will be taking over Shaftesbury - with music, comedy, theatre, dance, cabaret, magicians and more, the town will come alive as a record-breaking 300 acts squeeze into venues that range from the typical (Shaftesbury Arts Centre and the Shaston Club) to the unusual (The Lido or the Nun's […]

  • National Marine Week: Kimmeridge Seashore Challenge

    The Fine Foundation Wild Seas Centre, Kimmeridge Kimmeridge Bay, Kimmeridge

    Are you a crab or a starfish? This National Marine Week come along to Kimmeridge Bay and complete a series of seashore challenges to achieve your starfish, octopus or crab award. Challenges are a range of tasks and activities to help you discover the wildlife of Kimmeridge Bay. In order to complete the challenge you […]

    £6.00
  • National Marine Week: Wild Science!

    The Fine Foundation Wild Chesil Centre Portland

    Have you ever wondered how marine creatures float or how some are able to dive deep underwater? In this interactive, hands-on session we’ll discover more about some of the amazing creatures that live in our oceans by carrying out fun and exciting scientific investigations. Suitable for the whole family. Children must be accompanied by an […]

    Free
  • National Marine Week: Marine Protected Areas cruise on the Fleet Explorer

    Fleet Explorer Jetty Ferrymans Way, Wyke Regis, Weymouth

    Join us for a boat trip on the Fleet Explorer to find out about Marine Protected Areas in Dorset. Discover the incredible wildlife of the Fleet Lagoon and what we can do to help protect our seas. BOOKING ESSENTIAL, call 01305 206191. The Fleet Explorer also operates regular daytime sailings. For more information please visit: https://www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/fleet-explorer or […]

    £10.00
  • Nature Detectives at Kingcombe

    Kingcombe Visitor Centre Lower Kingcombe, Toller Porcorum, Dorchester

    Join the Nature Detectives - a guided family walk on the surrounding nature reserve to explore the purple route and look for wildflowers on your spotter sheet, plus enjoying the abundance of nature. Arriving back to Kingcombe Visitor Centre to make your own rustic pencil (materials provided). This event is suitable for families. Please be […]

    £4.00
  • National Marine Week: Shells, Snails and Slime Trails

    The Fine Foundation Wild Chesil Centre Portland

    Come along to the Wild Chesil Centre to discover the wonderful world of slugs and snails. Learn fascinating facts about the slimy world of our garden neighbours and coastal cousins. Take a close up view and hunt for evidence along the seashore before making your own colourful creation. BOOKING ESSENTIAL. £4 per child. Accompanying adults […]

    £4.00
  • National Marine Week: Eco-crabbing at Kimmeridge

    The Fine Foundation Wild Seas Centre, Kimmeridge Kimmeridge Bay, Kimmeridge

    Join us for eco-crabbing on the seashore in Kimmeridge Bay. Find out how to catch seashore crabs without harming them or any of the other marine life they live alongside, and learn how to look after your catch. Discover the different types of crab to be found at Kimmeridge as well as lots of fun […]

    £7.00
  • EuroBal Wessex: Dorchester, No.28

    The Brownsword Hall Pummery Square, Poundbury

    Join us for another friendly evening of French and Euro dance and music in Dorchester; a chance to dance to fine live music, and enjoy simple comforts in company. Bring a partner, an instrument, or just yourself and enjoy some Balfolk tunes and dances. As ever, musicians are welcome to join the scratch band (new […]

    £12
  • EuroBal Wessex: Dorchester, No.28

    The Brownsword Hall Pummery Square, Poundbury

    Join us for another friendly evening of French and Euro music and dance in Dorchester; a chance to dance to fine live music, and enjoy simple comforts in company. Bring a partner, an instrument, or just yourself and enjoy some Balfolk tunes and dances. As ever, musicians are welcome to join the scratch band (new […]

    £12