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SUMMARY:The Big Dorset May Day Family Ceilidh
DESCRIPTION:Come and celebrate May Day in traditional style with a modern twist with this popular ceilidh band and experienced caller.\n\nJoin 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 all ages and no experience or partner is needed; someone will take you by the hand\, metaphorically and literally!\n\nThe bar will be available to quench danced-up thirsts. A treat for those who enjoy the simpler things in life\, such as fine company\, good music\, and energetic dancing\, it’s a joyous celebration of local music\, community spirit\, and good old-fashioned fun.\n\nFamily-friendly fun starts early with a special hour-long session perfect for younger dancers of single-digit age from 5.30pm\, before the main ceilidh kicks off at 7.30pm.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/the-big-dorset-may-day-family-ceilidh/
LOCATION:Hardye Theatre\, Thomas Hardye School\, Queen's Avenue\, Dorchester\, DT1 2ET
CATEGORIES:Barn Dance,Children's,Dance,Family,Family event,History,live music,music,Music Gig
ORGANIZER;CN="Alastair Braidwood":MAILTO:Alastair.j.braidwood@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260501T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T003000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20260217T102113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T103958Z
UID:74288-1777654800-1777768200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Teddy Rocks Festival
DESCRIPTION:Teddy Rocks Festival is a multi-award winning 3 day family-friendly charity music event in Dorset\, UK. \nTickets – Teddy Rocks Festival – 1st May to 3rd May – Charisworth Farm\, Blandford\, Dorset \nTeddy 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” recipient for exceptional positive contribution. Sponsored by Hall & Woodhouse \nAll the profits from Teddy Rocks Festival go directly to our partner cancer charities. \nTickets – Teddy Rocks Festival – 1st May to 3rd May – Charisworth Farm\, Blandford\, Dorset
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/teddy-rocks-festival/
LOCATION:Charisworth Farm\, Blandford Forum\, DT11 9AL
CATEGORIES:charity event,Family event,Festival,Fundraiser,live music,Music Gig,Sport
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ORGANIZER;CN="Teddy Rocks Festival":MAILTO:info@teddyrocks.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T173000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20260318T104358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T104400Z
UID:75491-1777210200-1777224600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Ambient afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Love the sounds of Brian Eno or Robert Fripp? Chilling out to relaxing music in a garden setting\, over tea and cake? If so\, this is for you! Join us on Sunday 26th April\, 1:30–5:30pm\, for an immersive afternoon of ambient music in the beautiful setting of the tea room and garden at the Museum of East Dorset\, Wimborne. \nThe concerts are free to attend\, and will include an exploration of the soundscape of garden ponds; a Soundhenge sound installation situated on the garden lawn; and a series of musical performances featuring improvised shakuhachi\, tape loops\, Frippertronics and electronic keyboards. Performers will include Mosaicist with Geoff Hearn\, Tim Cowie\, James Osland\, Andrew Heath\, Grasslands\, POND and Obelisks. \nIt’s completely free and open to all – come and go as you please\, or settle in and soak up the atmosphere. Perfect for curious ears and quiet minds.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/ambient-afternoon/
LOCATION:Museum of East Dorset\, 23-27 High Street\, WIMBORNE MINSTER\, BH21 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:live music,tea in the garden
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ORGANIZER;CN="Adrian Newton":MAILTO:adriannewton851@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20260213T115322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T093649Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz - Rebecca Chambers' New Tricks
DESCRIPTION:Screenshot\n\n\nAn evening of laid-back jazz\, sultry melodies and upbeat rhythms with Rebecca Chambers’ New Tricks Jazz Trio\, hosted by the Friends of St. Michael’s Church\, Beer Hackett.  Tickets available now from our website.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/jazz-rebecca-chambers-new-tricks/
LOCATION:Thornford Village Hall\, Pound Road\, Thornford\, Sherborne\, DT9 6QB
CATEGORIES:live music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260322T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260322T220000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20260309T131406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T131412Z
UID:74970-1774207800-1774216800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:SWING from PARIS
DESCRIPTION:Swing from Paris are an all-string jazz quartet of violin\, guitars and double bass\, inspired by the music of the 1930s\, ’40s and ’50s: from the cafes and cabarets of Montmarte to Artie Shaw\, Django Reinhardt\, Stephane Grappelli and the master of tango Astor Piazzolla. \nKnow for their tight ensemble sound and virtuosic performances\, the group brings a distinctive Parisian flair to vintage jazz and stylish swing.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/swing-from-paris/
LOCATION:East Stour Village Hall\, Back Street\,\, East Stour\,\, dorset\, SP8 5JY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:live music
ORGANIZER;CN="Artsreach":MAILTO:info@artsreach.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T223000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20260313T085856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T085902Z
UID:75312-1774125000-1774132200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Acoustic Rock and Pop across the decades!
DESCRIPTION:Rock/pop/blues/funk and soul – the classics to noughties – played with passion!\n\nPop down\, grab a drink and have a singalong!\n#keepmusiclive #rock #dorsetevents #supportyourlocalpub\n\n\nhttps://fb.me/e/3APjD0vZw
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/acoustic-rock-and-pop-across-the-decades/
LOCATION:Holme Bush Inn – Corfe Mullen\, Old Wareham Rd\, Corfe Mullen\,\, dorset\, BH21 3RZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:live music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260110T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260110T213000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20251211T121436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T121439Z
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SUMMARY:Graffiti Classics: Frolics and Laughter
DESCRIPTION:“A cabaret that will leave you wanting more” Daily Mail 16 strings\, 8 dancing feet and 4 voices in 1 electrifying and hilarious musical show\, touring Dorset with Artsreach\, the county’s rural arts charity. Graffiti Classics are a comedy string quartet who never sit down\, bursting the perceived elitist boundaries of traditional classical music with their hilarious all-singing\, all-dancing musical comedy show. Wickedly funny\, the group energetically leap and clown their way through an eclectic musical landscape\, from Beethoven to Elvis! This ground-breaking group is on a mission: to make classical music irresistibly fun. Expect a virtuosic mix of musical comedy\, gypsy-folk\, opera\, bluegrass\, stand-up comedy and dance\, with lots of laughs\, dancing and singing\, all tied together with cheeky audience interaction.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/graffiti-classics-frolics-and-laughter/
LOCATION:Blandford Corn Exchange\, 17 Market Place\, Blandford Forum\, DT11 7AG
CATEGORIES:live music,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Artsreach":MAILTO:info@artsreach.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
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:20251122T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T220000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20251022T103055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T103058Z
UID:51824-1763839800-1763848800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:UNDER WINTER STARS – Choral Advent Concert
DESCRIPTION:A Choral Celebration of Light\, Hope\, and Wonder \nJoin us for an evening of beautiful seasonal choral music\nand audience carols\, including music by Bob Chilcott\nand Philip Stopford with a special item featuring the\nWorld Premiere of “Stars” by Stephen Deutsch \nTickets £12 at the door\, or £10 in advance from Novia Stationery (High St Gillingham). Cash Only \nTickets may also be booked from Carole Brooks on 07572 786416 \nGlass of wine/soft drink included
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/under-winter-stars-choral-advent-concert/
LOCATION:St James Church\, St James Street\, Shaftesbury\, Dorset\, SP7 8HG
CATEGORIES:Choir,Classical Music,live music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251031T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251031T223000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250930T143735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T143737Z
UID:50321-1761937200-1761949800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:A Halloween Evening With FRANK SINATRA
DESCRIPTION:A Halloween Evening with Frank Sinatra\n\n\nFriday\, 31st October 2025\n19:00-22:30 (Live Show Starts at 20:00) \nStep into a night of swing\, style\, and sophistication at Neo Bournemouth\, dining in our first-floor panoramic glass-fronted restaurant with breath-taking sea views. \nFeel the magic as Lucien De-Laloi channels the timeless charm and iconic voice of Frank Sinatra\, performing classic hits that defined an era. With years of experience entertaining audiences nationally and internationally\, he brings elegance\, charisma\, and showmanship to every note. \nSavour the evening with your choice of:\nÀ La Carte Menu – individually priced dishes\n4 Course Set Menu – £59.95pp \nReserve your table now for a Halloween night of Sinatra classics\, exceptional cuisine\, and unforgettable ambiance. \nLIMITED SPACES
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/a-halloween-evening-with-frank-sinatra/
LOCATION:NEO Restaurant & Bar Lounge\, Exeter Rd\, Bournemouth\, dorset\, BH2 5AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Halloween,live music
ORGANIZER;CN="Neo Restaurant Bournemouth":MAILTO:sales@neorestaurant.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T220000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250930T150306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T150307Z
UID:50345-1761418800-1761429600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Serenade Big Band
DESCRIPTION:🎷 Serenade Big Band live in Henstridge! \n16 musicians + 2 singers will light up St Nicholas Church with swing\, jazz & modern favourites. \n📅 Sat 25 Oct | ⏰ 7pm for 7:30 start \n🎟 Tickets £15 – Henstridge Post Office or online (Ticket Tailor CLASH)https://buytickets.at/clashcommunitylegalactionforsafetyinhenstridge/1799433 \n🍷 Refreshments available \n✨ Don’t miss the power of a full big band on your doorstep!
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/serenade-big-band/
LOCATION:Saint Nicholas Church Henstridge\, Church St\, Henstridge\, dorset\, BA8 0QE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:live music
ORGANIZER;CN="CLASH":MAILTO:Pauldimishky@gmail.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251005T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251005T213000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20251001T124557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T124558Z
UID:50492-1759692600-1759699800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:A Little Stand Up and A Little Sit Down - Chris Difford
DESCRIPTION:Chris Difford is a Grammy nominated and double Ivor Novello Award winning lyricist who has brought us characters and sketches from everyday life\, and has successfully turned the mundane into the beautiful\, the urbane into the exquisite\, for over 40 years. As part of the legendary Squeeze\, Chris has co-written some of the most enduring and best-loved songs of our time such as ‘Up The Junction’\, ‘Cool For Cats’ and ‘Labelled With Love’\, ‘Tempted’ and many others. \nChris sums up this solo tour in his own words…”Being on tour is something I really enjoy\, seeing people and being with people is part of my experience as a performer. I will be playing songs from the Squeeze catalogue and from the solo albums I have recorded over the last 23 years. My story is told through stand up and some sit down\, a trip back to my council estate in South London\, from my very first lyrical expression to the dressing rooms of this show. My new songs written with Boo Hewerdine tell a story of celebration\, 25 years writing lyrics and playing on stages big and small. A journey I look back on with great fondness and gratitude. \nI can’t wait to climb back on stage and perform\, although have been shy in the past I now find myself feasting on the here and now deep within the shell like of your ear. I will be joined on stage by Melvin Duffy on his pedal steel and together we will deliver an evening of warm and I hope funny stories. Melvin’s playing is outstanding and I feel so lucky to have him as my sideman\, he cries over the songs and makes them sound always amazing. \nThe show is not just a look back on 50 lyrical years\, it’s a journey that asks\, What Happened? What happened to all those years and mates I grew up with before I formed a band. I hope you enjoy this new show.”
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/a-little-stand-up-and-a-little-sit-down-chris-difford/
LOCATION:Thomas Hardye School\, Queen's Ave\, Dorchester\, dorset\, DT1 2ET\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:live music
ORGANIZER;CN="Dorchester Arts":MAILTO:enquiries@dorchesterarts.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T213000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250822T093258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T093259Z
UID:45458-1758915000-1758922200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Concerts in the West - Mitsu Trio
DESCRIPTION:Concerts in the West presents rising stars Mitsu Trio in an exciting tour featuring Classical and Romantic repertoire.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/concerts-in-the-west-mitsu-trio-2/
LOCATION:Ilminster Arts Centre\, East Street\, Ilminster\, Somerset\, TA19 0AN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Classical Music,concert,live music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Concerts in the West":MAILTO:concertsinthewest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T213000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250814T161811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T161813Z
UID:45464-1758915000-1758922200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Concerts in the West - Mitsu Trio
DESCRIPTION:Concerts in the West presents rising stars Mitsu Trio in an exciting tour featuring Classical and Romantic repertoire.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/concerts-in-the-west-mitsu-trio/
LOCATION:Ilminster Arts Centre\, East Street\, Ilminster\, TA19 0AN
CATEGORIES:Classical Music,concert,live music
ORGANIZER;CN="Concerts in the West":MAILTO:concertsinthewest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250928T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250801T100808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T100809Z
UID:44659-1758902400-1759086000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Arts by the Sea 2025
DESCRIPTION:Arts by the Sea Festival returns this September from Friday 26 – Sunday 28th as The South West’s biggest celebration of art\, culture\, people and place.\n\nThis year’s theme\, WE ARE HERE\, is a bold celebration of community\, creativity and the power of place as the festival amplifies homegrown talent and those who call Bournemouth\, Christchurch and Poole home.\n\nWith a range of walkabout acts\, art installations\, musical performances and workshops over the weekend\, Bournemouth town centre will be filled with colour\, creativity and art in a not-to-miss event!
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/arts-by-the-sea-2025/
CATEGORIES:Art,Children's,Dance,Family event,Festival,Fun day,live music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250907T185750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T185752Z
UID:47265-1758463200-1758474000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:To Yollow Autumn Turn'd - Tim Laycock & Alastair Braidwood
DESCRIPTION:Dorset folk singer Alastair Braidwood is joined by his friend and mentor\, esteemed and respected folk musician Tim Laycock\, for an evening of words and music relating to the turning of the year towards Autumn: the harvest\, countryside ways and\, most importantly\, cider! Alastair and Tim are both actors and storytellers\, as well as musicians and singers. They are best known for their unaccompanied close-harmony singing woven into short stories. Readings\, songs\, and traditional tunes to toe-tap along to\, all from the Westcountry\, will come together to create a seasonal evening that educates as well as entertains.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/to-yollow-autumn-turnd-tim-laycock-alastair-braidwood/
LOCATION:Mill House Cider Museum\, 33 Moreton Road\, Owermoigne\, dorset\, DT2 8HZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:History,lectures & Talks,live music,music
ORGANIZER;CN="Alastair Braidwood":MAILTO:Alastair.j.braidwood@outlook.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250912T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250912T223000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250822T093956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T093958Z
UID:45246-1757703600-1757716200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:EuroBal Wessex: Dorchester\, No.28
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nAs ever\, musicians are welcome to join the scratch band (new tunebook link in the discussion)\, novice dancers are invited to learn some basic steps at the workshop before the main Bal\, and old friends who already know the steps can help at the workshop\, or just come for the Bal.\n\nWorkshop: 7pmBal: 8pm – 10.30\n\nKitchen facilities and hot drinks are available\, but bring your own drinks and nibbles. There are a pub and a convenience shop opposite.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/eurobal-wessex-dorchester-no-28-2/
LOCATION:The Brownsword Hall\, Pummery Square\, Poundbury\, Dt1 3GW
CATEGORIES:Dance,Family,Family event,live music,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alastair Braidwood":MAILTO:Alastair.j.braidwood@outlook.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250912T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250912T223000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250810T170645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250810T170646Z
UID:45253-1757703600-1757716200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:EuroBal Wessex: Dorchester\, No.28
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nAs ever\, musicians are welcome to join the scratch band (new tunebook link in the discussion)\, novice dancers are invited to learn some basic steps at the workshop before the main Bal\, and old friends who already know the steps can help at the workshop\, or just come for the Bal.\n\nWorkshop: 7pmBal: 8pm – 10.30\n\nKitchen facilities and hot drinks are available\, but bring your own drinks and nibbles. There are a pub and a convenience shop opposite.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/eurobal-wessex-dorchester-no-28/
LOCATION:The Brownsword Hall\, Pummery Square\, Poundbury\, Dt1 3GW
CATEGORIES:Dance,Family,Family event,live music,music
ORGANIZER;CN="Alastair Braidwood":MAILTO:Alastair.j.braidwood@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T183000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250821T222133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T094824Z
UID:45753-1756657800-1756665000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Shillingstone Station Stomp
DESCRIPTION:Live boogie woogie music plus tea and cakes at the station in Shillingstone. Entry is free but cash contributions towards the costs at the event are welcome.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/the-shillingstone-station-stomp/
LOCATION:Shillingstone Station\, St Patricks Industrial Estate\, Station Rd\, Shillingstone\,\, Blandford Forum\, DT11 0SA
CATEGORIES:Afternoon tea,charity event,live music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Orman":MAILTO:timorman@me.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250830T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250830T220000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250721T232133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T074845Z
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SUMMARY:Blokes Play Blues
DESCRIPTION:🎸 Blokes Play Blues – Live in Henstridge! 🎶 \nSaturday from 4pm | Music from 5pm \nGet ready for an evening of toe-tapping tunes and good-time vibes! \n🌤️ Outdoors on Henstridge Rec (weather permitting) \n🏠 Inside the Village Hall if not – the music goes on! \n🎷 Blokes Play Blues hit the stage at 5pm – seasoned musicians bringing blues with a smooth jazz twist. No egos\, just brilliant music and great fun. \n🍔 BBQ sizzling | 🍻 Bar flowing \n🎧 Disco tunes during the break to keep the energy going! \nBring your friends\, your dancing shoes\, and your appetite – it’s going to be a brilliant night!
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/blokes-play-blues/
LOCATION:henstridge recreation ground\, 10 playfield close\, Hesnstridge\, dorset\, BA8 0qw\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:live music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250714T171909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T171913Z
UID:44050-1753813800-1753821000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:A Folk Song Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join local folk singer Alastair Braidwood for walks in the countryside close to Dorchester\, accompanied by traditional folk songs from Dorset and further afield. Explore a beautiful part of the county\, and hear songs relating to nature and rural ways from years before.\nWalks are about 3 miles and take roughly 2 hours. Bring your own water bottle\, stout walking boots\, and headgear if hot. Walkers are responsible for their own surefootedness.\nWell-behaved dogs on leads are very welcome\, so long as they don’t ‘sing along’!\nIn association with Dorset Rural Music School.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/a-folk-song-walk-4/
LOCATION:John’s Pond and Watermeadow\, Dorchester\, Dorset\, DT2 7SD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:History,live music,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dorset Rural Music School":MAILTO:drmsblandford@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250712T094506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250712T094508Z
UID:43985-1753297200-1753300800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:The North Dorset A Capella Choir free concert
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy a Summer Concert by\nThe North Dorset A Capella Choir\nIncluding music by Handel\, Purcell\, Morley and Rachmaninov \ndirected by James Crawshaw\non Wednesday 23rd July in St Eustace Church\, Ibberton DT11 0EN\n@ 7 pm\nFree entry but a donation to the fabric fund would be gratefully received\nDrinks and food available at ‘The Ibberton’ afterwards.\nPlease make a reservation beforehand to\ntheibberton@gmail.com
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/the-north-dorset-a-capella-choir-free-concert/
LOCATION:St Eustace Church\, Ibberton DT11 0EN\, Ibberton\, Ibberton\, DT11 0EN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:charity event,Classical Music,concert,Fundraiser,live music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Annette Newman":MAILTO:ibbertonvillagehall@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250718T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250720T235959
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250622T092524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T092525Z
UID:42942-1752796800-1753055999@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Shaftesbury Fringe
DESCRIPTION: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 Passage).\n\nRelax at the Fringe Hub on Park Walk\, where you’ll find food and drink alongside the Fringe Busking Stage\, then dive back in to find your next new favourite show!
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/shaftesbury-fringe/
LOCATION:Shaftesbury
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Dance,Family,live music,Theatre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250714T103331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T172711Z
UID:44039-1752604200-1752611400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:A Folk Song Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join local folk singer Alastair Braidwood for walks in the countryside close to Dorchester\, accompanied by traditional folk songs from Dorset and further afield. Explore a beautiful part of the county\, and hear songs relating to nature and rural ways from years before.\nWalks are about 3 miles and take roughly 2 hours. Bring your own water bottle\, stout walking boots\, and headgear if hot. Walkers are responsible for their own surefootedness.\nWell-behaved dogs on leads are very welcome\, so long as they don’t ‘sing along’!\nIn association with Dorset Rural Music School.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/a-folk-song-walk-3/
LOCATION:John’s Pond and Watermeadow\, Dorchester\, Dorset\, DT2 7SD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:History,live music,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dorset Rural Music School":MAILTO:drmsblandford@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250711T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250713T233000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250516T101208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T101210Z
UID:41622-1752249600-1752449400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Swanage Jazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 34th Swanage Jazz Festival with 35 top quality bands in the ticketed programme from New Orleans to Contemporary Jazz plus a FREE Festival Fringe. Headline acts this year include Elainer Delmar\, Andy Sheppard\, Hejira\, Soothsayers\, The Adrian Cox Trio\, The Sultan Stevenson Trio\, Ian Bateman’s Tribute to Louis Armstronic All Stars\, Pete Long’s Jazz at The Mowlemonic and Rainey’s Revue.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/swanage-jazz-festival/
LOCATION:The Mowlem\, Shore Road\, Swanage\, BH19 1DD
CATEGORIES:Festival,live music,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swanage Jazz Festival":MAILTO:info@swanagejazzfestival.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T233000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250322T185729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250322T185730Z
UID:39033-1751716800-1751758200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Semley Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:A not-for-profit community music festival in rural Dorset\, bringing together talented and innovative musicians from a range of genres. We have musicians – both local and global\, emerging and established. From dubstep and DJ sets to ceilidh and blues rock\, we have it all.\n\nIn addition to the live music\, we have always been determined to offer free activities for children and young people as part of the festival. Year by year we have managed to extend this offer which typically has included: music workshops\, art and craft workshops\, team projects making and decorating festival flags and banners\, circus skills training\, Tai Chi exercises\, bubble sculpting etc.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/semley-music-festival-6/
LOCATION:Church Green\, Semley\, SP7 9AS\, Church Green\, Semley\, SP7 9AS
CATEGORIES:Family event,Festival,Food & Drink,Fun day,live music,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Curless":MAILTO:dc@david-curless.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T233000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250322T185714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250322T185716Z
UID:39028-1751655600-1751671800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Semley Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Bringing you the very best music\, arts\, crafts\, food and drink from around the world to your doorstep.From dubstep and DJ sets to ceilidh and blues rock\, we have it all.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/semley-music-festival-5/
LOCATION:Church Green\, Semley\, SP7 9AS\, Church Green\, Semley\, SP7 9AS
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food & Drink,live music,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Curless":MAILTO:dc@david-curless.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250701T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250701T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250624T111548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T111549Z
UID:43217-1751394600-1751401800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:A Folk Song Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join local folk singer Alastair Braidwood for walks in the countryside close to Dorchester\, accompanied by traditional folk songs from Dorset and further afield. Explore a beautiful part of the county\, and hear songs relating to nature and rural ways from years before.\n\nWalks are about 3 miles and take roughly 2 hours. Bring your own water bottle\, stout walking boots\, and headgear if hot. Walkers are responsible for their own surefootedness.\n\nWell-behaved dogs on leads are very welcome\, so long as they don’t ‘sing along’!\n\nIn association with Dorset Rural Music School.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/a-folk-song-walk-2/
LOCATION:John’s Pond\, nr. Hangman's Cottage\, Dorchester\, DT1 1YB
CATEGORIES:live music,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alastair Braidwood":MAILTO:Alastair.j.braidwood@outlook.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250622T235959
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20241218T233108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T153301Z
UID:35393-1750377600-1750636799@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:'Bands For Bravery Music & Family Festival 2025'
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for an incredible three days of live music\, delicious food\, traders and exhibitions including military displays and special guest appearances\, all held within the award winning fields of Longthorns Farm in Wareham (next to Monkey World).\n\nMake a weekend of it by booking to stay within the beautiful surroundings with convenient camping and glamping options.\n\nEvery ticket sold and each £1 raised helps our forces homeless veterans in need across England and Wales. We are a small 100% volunteer powered charity based in Dorset but supported by big hearts like you!
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/bands-for-bravery-music-family-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Longthorns Farm\, Longthorns\, Wareham\, BH20 6HH
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food & Drink,live music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Helping Homeless Veterans UK":MAILTO:jamie@hhvuk.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T220000
DTSTAMP:20260504T055642
CREATED:20250609T202016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T204145Z
UID:42636-1750361400-1750370400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:HMS Heron Band
DESCRIPTION:A spectacular evening of popular music by the HMS Heron Royal Navy Volunteer Band in the beautiful setting of Henstridge Church. The HMS Heron Band is a concert band whose members are drawn from serving and ex-serving members of the Armed Forces\, plus civilians from the unit and local area. The repertoire includes popular classics\, overtures\, film music and selections from west end shows. \nTickets can be bought online here.. \nhttps://buytickets.at/clashcommunitylegalactionforsafetyinhenstridge/1700471
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/hms-heron-band/
LOCATION:Henstridge Church\, Henstridge
CATEGORIES:live music
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