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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T193000
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DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T213000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
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:20260504T071102
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/
LOCATION:dorset
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:20260504T071102
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:20260504T071102
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:20260504T071102
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:20260504T071102
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250830T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250830T220000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
CREATED:20250721T232133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T074845Z
UID:44259-1756569600-1756591200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250718T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250720T235959
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Fringe_Gold-Hill.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/20230528_170526-1.jpg
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:20260504T071102
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T233000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T233000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250701T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250701T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20230528_170526.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Alastair Braidwood":MAILTO:Alastair.j.braidwood@outlook.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250622T235959
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/WhatsApp-Image-2024-09-08-at-22.00.06.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Helping Homeless Veterans UK":MAILTO:jamie@hhvuk.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T220000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/123B6ED4-6511-4B61-AD7C-9431EBD2F25C.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
CREATED:20250604T152528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T152529Z
UID:42249-1750003200-1750010400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:A Few Crusted Characters
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate their 20th year\, the New Hardy Players bring Thomas Hardy’s famous series of short stories to Minterne House. Dorset’s most celebrated author’s answer to ‘The Canterbury Tales’\, this is a series of comic and tragic stories\, with small scenes of village gossip from 200 years ago\, told by an ensemble of authentic Dorset voices.\nSuitable for all ages\, the play is followed by country dancing with live music in the best tradition.Come early and enjoy the festivities! Bring a picnic! No seating provided.\nWritten by Victoria Bowles after Thomas Hardy. Directed by Penny Levick and Alastair Braidwood.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/a-few-crusted-characters-4/
LOCATION:Minterne House\, Minterne House and Gardens\, Minterne Magna\, DT2 7AU
CATEGORIES:Barn Dance,Family event,live music,music,outdoor theatre,Theatre
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/banner-4.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T213000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
CREATED:20250604T152512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T152513Z
UID:42238-1749929400-1749936600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:A Few Crusted Characters
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate their 20th year\, the New Hardy Players bring Thomas Hardy’s famous series of short stories to Minterne House. Dorset’s most celebrated author’s answer to ‘The Canterbury Tales’\, this is a series of comic and tragic stories\, with small scenes of village gossip from 200 years ago\, told by an ensemble of authentic Dorset voices.\nSuitable for all ages\, the play is followed by country dancing with live music in the best tradition.Come early and bring a picnic! No seating provided.\nWritten by Victoria Bowles after Thomas Hardy. Directed by Penny Levick and Alastair Braidwood.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/a-few-crusted-characters-3/
LOCATION:Minterne House\, Minterne House and Gardens\, Minterne Magna\, DT2 7AU
CATEGORIES:Barn Dance,Family event,live music,music,outdoor theatre,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T213000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
CREATED:20250512T171311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T171314Z
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SUMMARY:Wincanton Choral Society present A Summer Soirée
DESCRIPTION:light-hearted music with complimentary canapés and pay-bar in the extended interval\, to round off performances in their 35th year\nGeorge Shearing: Songs and Sonnets from Shakespeare\nJohn Rutter: The Sprig of Thyme\nclarinet and piano duets and solos \nin the Main Hall\, King Arthur’s School\,  Wincanton BA9 9BX\n\nSaturday 14th June at 7.30 – note unusual venue\, date and day!
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/wincanton-choral-society-present-a-summer-soiree-2/
LOCATION:Wincanton King Arthur’s School\, West Hill BA9 9BX\, West Hill\, Wincanton\, BA9 9BX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Classical Music,live music,music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
CREATED:20250604T152456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T152457Z
UID:42232-1749398400-1749405600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:A Few Crusted Characters
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate their 20th year\, the New Hardy Players bring Thomas Hardy’s famous series of short stories to Maumbury Rings. Dorset’s most celebrated author’s answer to ‘The Canterbury Tales’\, this is a series of comic and tragic stories\, with small scenes of village gossip from 200 years ago\, told by an ensemble of authentic Dorset voices.\nSuitable for all ages\, the play is followed by country dancing with live music in the best tradition.Come early and enjoy the festivities! Bring a picnic! No seating provided.\nWritten by Victoria Bowles after Thomas Hardy. Directed by Penny Levick and Alastair Braidwood.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/a-few-crusted-characters-2/
LOCATION:Maumbury Rings\, 17 Maumbury Rd\, Dorchester\, DT1 1QN
CATEGORIES:Barn Dance,Family event,live music,music,outdoor theatre,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250607T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250607T213000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
CREATED:20250604T152435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T152437Z
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SUMMARY:A Few Crusted Characters
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate their 20th year\, the New Hardy Players bring Thomas Hardy’s famous series of short stories to Abbotsbury Swannery. Dorset’s most celebrated author’s answer to ‘The Canterbury Tales’\, this is a series of comic and tragic stories\, with small scenes of village gossip from 200 years ago\, told by an ensemble of authentic Dorset voices.\nSuitable for all ages\, the play is followed by country dancing with live music in the best tradition.Come early and bring a picnic! No seating provided.\nWritten by Victoria Bowles after Thomas Hardy. Directed by Penny Levick and Alastair Braidwood.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/a-few-crusted-characters/
LOCATION:Abbotsbury Swannery\, New Barn Road\, Abbotsbury\, DT3 4JG
CATEGORIES:Barn Dance,Family event,live music,music,outdoor theatre,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250605T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
CREATED:20250508T110954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T110957Z
UID:41288-1749146400-1749153600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Kanekt in concert
DESCRIPTION:Kanekt\, a group of talented musicians from diverse backgrounds\, brings together the distinctive sound of the sitar with clarinet\, violin\, guitar and percussion. \n \nWith influences from jazz\, Eastern European\, Celtic and Indian classical music\, Kanekt are newly formed by Devon-based sitar player\, Ricky Romain. He is joined by Shaftesbury’s own Karen Wimhurst on clarinet\, violinist Sudhi Salooja who has Welsh and Indian roots\, Brazilian percussionist Caio Mamberti and John Robertson\, with past collaborations including Grace Jones\, Joss Stone\, Dave Stewart and Morcheeba\, on electric bass guitar.\n \nPlease come along to this unique event presented by Semley Music Festival in aid of festival funds and St Leonard’s Church.\n \nBuy tickets online or on the door.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/kanekt-in-concert/
LOCATION:St Leonard’s Church\, Church Green\, Semley\, dorset\, SP7 9AP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:concert,Fundraiser,live music,music,Music Gig
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Curless":MAILTO:dc@david-curless.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250526T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
CREATED:20250512T121551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T121554Z
UID:41405-1748268000-1748278800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:A Folk Song Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Dorset folk singer Alastair Braidwood for a walk around fields and woods of the Blackmore Vale\, accompanied by traditional folk songs from Dorset and further afield. Explore beautiful countryside\, and hear songs relating to nature and rural ways from years before.\n\nMeet at Watercombe Dogs\, Farthing Gate Farm\, Holnest\, DT9 5PX for 2pm. Refreshments\, not included\, are provided upon our return.\n\nBring your own water bottle\, stout walking boots\, and headgear if hot. Walkers are responsible for their own surefootedness.\nThe walk will be about 4 miles and take about 3 hours\, with frequent stops for songs. Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome\, so long as they don’t ‘sing-along’!\n\n£10 per adult in cash on arrival\, u-18s free.\n\nIn association with Dorset Rural Music School.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/a-folk-song-walk/
LOCATION:Watercombe Dogs\, Farthing Gate Farm\, Holnest\, DT9 5PX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:History,lectures & Talks,live music,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alastair Braidwood":MAILTO:Alastair.j.braidwood@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250517T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
CREATED:20250314T114004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T125513Z
UID:38699-1747479600-1747497600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Poyntington May Fair 2025
DESCRIPTION:Held in the Courtyard and Gardens (open to the public) of the lovely 15th C Manor in Poyntington\, a small village just north of Sherborne\, we have over 30 stalls from local artisans & villagers\, including our renowned plant and cake stalls\, and an Art Fair for you to browse.  Sharandy’s Birds of Prey (11-2pm)\, a Dog Show (registration 1-145pm\, show 2pm)\, Duck Races (11.30-1.30)\, live music\, a Café\, BBQ\, & Laycock Cider Bar with panini and pizza will keep you entertained\, fed and watered!  This is a charitable event in aid of our village church and hall and two local charities\, The Rendez-vous\,\, and Sherborne Food Bank.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/poyntington-may-fair-2025/
LOCATION:Poyntington Manor House\, Poyntington\, Sherborne\, DT9 4LF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,charity event,craft fair,Family event,Food & Drink,Gardens,live music,Village Fete
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sara Farber":MAILTO:bbt.farber@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250515T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250515T223000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
CREATED:20250430T150653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T150656Z
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SUMMARY:Murder At Upton Manor
DESCRIPTION:Murder At Upton Manor- A Regency Mystery \n\n\n\nDate: Thursday 15th May 2025 \n\n\n\nTime: 7pm-10.30pm \n\n\n\nLocation: Upton House\, Upton Country Park\, Poole Rd\, Upton\, Poole BH17 7BJ\, UK \n\n\n\nJoin us on Thursday\, 15th of May 2025\, at Upton House\, Poole\, for a captivating Regency-themed murder mystery evening in support of Julia’s House\, Dorset & Wiltshire Children’s Hospices. \n\n\n\nStep into Georgian England for an unforgettable night of fine canapés\, live music\, live portraiture\, and a spectacular raffle and auction—all set against the backdrop of a chilling whodunit. \n\n\n\nWhen a murder disrupts the festivities\, it’s up to you to uncover the truth hidden behind high society’s courteous smiles and flawless etiquette. \n\n\n\nDress to impress\, channel your inner detective\, and help us solve a thrilling mystery—all for a truly worthy cause. \n\n\n\nTicket Price: £32-40 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFor full details & tickets visit: \n\n\n\nTicket Link: Murder at Upton Manor: A Regency Mystery Tickets\, Thu 15 May 2025 at 19:00 | Eventbrite \n\n\n\nFacebook Link: Murder at Upton Manor | Poole | Facebook \n\n\n\nInstagram Link: Murder at Upton Manor (@murderatuptonmanor) • Instagram photos and videos \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEmail Contact: murderatuptonmanor@gmail.com \n\n\n\nPhone Contact: 07496988175
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/murder-at-upton-manor/
LOCATION:Upton Country Park\, Upton Country Park\, BH17 7BJ
CATEGORIES:charity event,Fundraiser,History,live music,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arts University Bournemouth":MAILTO:murderatuptonmanor@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250404T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250404T213000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
CREATED:20250311T161717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T161718Z
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SUMMARY:Quimantú & Palida Choir The Surtierra Tour: When Music is Home
DESCRIPTION:In a unique project developed with Artsreach\, the iconic Anglo-Chilean band Quimantú is collaborating with the singers of Palida Choir to perform the Misa de los Mineros\, ‘The Miners’ Mass’\, composed by Mauricio Venegas-Astorga.\n\nFive decades ago Mauricio escaped from the Pinochet dictatorship in Chile and made the UK his home.\n\nToday\, through their Surtierra Project\, the band he founded seeks to break the stigmas associated with immigration caused by war\, persecution\, or poverty.\n\nThe concerts will result from workshops and rehearsals with local choirs in Dorset\, and will be\n\na tribute to those forced to leave their homeland\, often with sorrow.\n\nIn this context\, music takes on a profound meaning: healing\, uniting\, rooting\, and building community.\n\nThe Misa de los Mineros is “a captivating masterpiece that weaves the traditional with the contemporary through the beauty of heartfelt performances and arrangements”\n\nFelipe Arévalo (Universal Music)
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/quimantu-palida-choir-the-surtierra-tour-when-music-is-home/
LOCATION:Blandford Parish Church\, Market Place\, Blandford Forum\, DT11 7AD
CATEGORIES:live music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Artsreach":MAILTO:info@artsreach.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
CREATED:20250120T104516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T104519Z
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SUMMARY:Military Wives Choirs - Yeovilton
DESCRIPTION:A performance by the fabulous military wives choirs Yeovilton.\n\nTickets include glass of wine or soft drink.\n\nIn support of Marston Magna Village Hall and Marston Magna Village Fair
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/military-wives-choirs-yeovilton/
LOCATION:Marston Magna Village Hall
CATEGORIES:concert,live music,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Campbell":MAILTO:campbell@cmckee.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250301T223000
DTSTAMP:20260504T071102
CREATED:20250114T220221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T220225Z
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SUMMARY:Artsreach and Woodlands Village Hall presents Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell - Music for Cows
DESCRIPTION:Arthur Coates and Kerran Cotterell are an exciting and energetic young folk duo who are quickly carving out a name for themselves with their unique style\, rooted in Quebecois traditional music fused with songs from around the British Isles and North America.\n\nArthur Coates is an award-nominated musician who studied violin and piano at the Aberdeen City Music School. Guitarist Kerran Cotterell has garnered numerous plaudits having performed at Cambridge Folk Festival\, and the BBC Proms in the Royal Albert Hall. Together Arthur and Kerran produce a versatile mix of instrumentals and song\, true to the roots of traditional music and featuring fiddle\, guitar\, bouzouki and feet percussion.\n\nTouring Dorset following the release of their debut album\, Music for Cows\, these rising stars are simply unmissable!\n\nArtsreach is a registered charity which aims to make a positive difference to the lives of people living in rural Dorset\, addressing rural and social isolation\nwww.artsreach.co.uk
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/artsreach-and-woodlands-village-hall-presents-arthur-coates-kerran-cotterell-music-for-cows/
LOCATION:Woodlands Village Hall\, Verwood Road\, Woodlands\, BH21 8LJ
CATEGORIES:live music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Woodlands Village Hall":MAILTO:woodlandsvillagehall@gmail.com
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