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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240705T190000
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SUMMARY:Semley Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Starts 7.00pm Friday 5th July & from noon – midnight Saturday 6th July \nA two day community festival in the heart of our village. Hours of live music\, a wide range of stalls offering food\, drink and crafts with lots of free activities for children.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/semley-music-festival-4/
LOCATION:Church Green\, Semley\, SP7 9AS\, Church Green\, Semley\, SP7 9AS
CATEGORIES:charity event,Children's,Family event,Festival,Food & Drink,live music,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Curless":MAILTO:dc@david-curless.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240727T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240727T220000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
CREATED:20240717T075226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T075226Z
UID:29869-1722106800-1722117600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Ceilidh with Tim Laycock and Friends Caller Angela Laycock
DESCRIPTION:27.7.2024 @ 7.00 pm Ceilidh with Tim Laycock Village Hall\, Ibberton DT110EJ\, Funds Ibberton Church £10 pp What 3 words ///deaf.champions.thinkers
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/ceilidh-with-tim-laycock-and-friends-caller-angela-laycock/
LOCATION:Ibberton\, Belchalwell & Woolland Village Hall\, Ibberton\, Blandford Forum\, DT11 0EJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Afternoon tea,bar,Barn Dance,charity event,Children's,Dance,Family event,Fete,Flower festival,Food & Drink,Fun day,Fundraiser,games,live music,lunch,music,tea,Village Fete
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ORGANIZER;CN="Annette Newman":MAILTO:ibbertonvillagehall@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241102T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241102T233000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
CREATED:20240528T092021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T092021Z
UID:28443-1730575800-1730590200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Teddy20's 10 Year Birthday Bash
DESCRIPTION:Who fancies a party? We certainly do! As we celebrate the milestone of our charity turning 10 in November\, we couldn’t think of a better way to commemorate it than by throwing a spectacular Birthday Bash! \nDress to impress and join us for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter\, delectable foods\, refreshing drinks\, and live music. It’s a time to reminisce about the journey we’ve embarked on over the past decade\, the lives we’ve touched\, and the difference we’ve made together. \nSo mark your calendars\, spread the word\, and get ready to raise a toast to a decade of impact and generosity. Let’s make this Birthday Bash one for the books! \nDate: Saturday 2nd November \nTime: 7:30pm till late \nLocation: Bryanston School Cost: £65 per person \nLet’s make Teddy20’s birthday one to remember!
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/teddy20s-10-year-birthday-bash/
LOCATION:Bryanston School\, Blandford
CATEGORIES:Ball,bar,charity event,Fundraiser,live music,music,Music Gig
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T235959
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
CREATED:20241117T220450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T220451Z
UID:33981-1732924800-1733011199@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sturminster Newton Christmas Tree Light Switch On
DESCRIPTION:The annual Christmas Tree Light Switch On is the most popular Sturminster Newton event of the year and Saturday 30th November 2024 is going to be the best ever to date!!!\n\n10.00am-2.00pm Christmas Market at The Exchange\n\n10.30am Bib the Trike and Father Christmas\n\n11am-7pm Dorset Artisan Market\n\n11.00am-3.30pm Father Christmas at 1855\n\n12noon William Barnes School Choir\n\n1.00pm – 7.00pm Christmas Tree Festival at St Marys Church\n\n2.00pm Conor Smith – The Boy And The Blue Guitar – Market Cross\n\n3.00pm Rock Choir\n\n4.00pm Bulgarian Dancing\n\n4.30pm Vale Ukes – U3A Group\n\n4.50pm Lantern Parade led by Father Christmas from The Exchange to Market Place\n\n5.00pm Christmas Tree Light Switch On with special guests – Father Christmas and Sturminster Newton Amateur Boxing Club\n\n5.05pm Lantern Parade led by Father Christmas from the Market Place to St Mary’s Church.\n\n5.05pm Vale Ukes – U3A Group\n\n5.00pm – 7.00pm Late night shopping until 7.00pm\n\n5.30pm Happy Birthday 1855 – music & magic\n\n8.00pm Los Pacaminos at The Exchange (ticketed event)\n\n 
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/sturminster-newton-christmas-tree-light-switch-on/
LOCATION:Sturminster Newton\, Sturminster Newton\, Dt10\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Christmas fair,Dance,Family event,Market,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="SturAction":MAILTO:sturbiz18@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241205T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241205T220000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
CREATED:20250126T213737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250126T213738Z
UID:33887-1733427000-1733436000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Lev's Violin
DESCRIPTION:Born with a beautiful sound but no name\, Lev’s Violin was valued as worthless. Although its origins remained a mystery\, many tales were attached to Lev’s Violin\, some true and some wonderfully untrue…\nOld and worn by its travels\, Lev’s Violin eventually broke a few years ago\, and the instrument became the subject of a book by Helena Attlee\, Lev’s Violin: An Italian Adventure\, which reached many thousands of listeners when it was broadcast as BBC Radio 4’s Book of the Week. \n\nThe violin has since been through an extensive restoration and\, having passed through the hands of countless musicians\, travelled continents and played the music of many cultures\, it is now in the possession of Greg Lawson.\n\nAn acclaimed violinist\, composer and conductor who has held principal and leading positions in most of the orchestras in Scotland\, Greg Lawson is joined by former Moishe’s Bagel bandmate and accordionist Phil Alexander for this special series of concerts. Follow the journey of Lev’s Violin and hear some of the music from its past\, from Bach and Arvo Part to Armenian and Macedonian music and Klezmer.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/levs-violin/
LOCATION:Shipton Gorge Village Hall\, Church Lane\, Brooke Street\, Bridport\, DT6 4NJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Artsreach":MAILTO:info@artsreach.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250125T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250125T173000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
CREATED:20241219T183940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T183941Z
UID:35444-1737822600-1737826200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Choral Evensong
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to our monthly\, cathedral-style service of Choral Evensong on Saturday 25th January at 4.30pm in St Peter’s Church\, Dorchester. The music includes Judith Bingham ‘Epiphany’\, Wood ‘Evening Canticles in F – Collegium Regale’\, Reading ‘Preces & Responses’ and Mendelssohn ‘There shall a star from Jacob come forth’. Do join us for this free event and stay for a glass of wine after the service.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/choral-evensong-14/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Church Dorchester\, 26 High East Street\, Dorchester\, DT1 1XA
CATEGORIES:Classical Music,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Music at St Peter's":MAILTO:musicatstpeters@mail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
CREATED:20250120T104516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T104519Z
UID:36550-1742666400-1742675400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
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:20250322T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T213000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
CREATED:20250127T182851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T183011Z
UID:36894-1742671800-1742679000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:ELIJAH – An oratorio by Felix Mendelssohn
DESCRIPTION:Weymouth Choral Society presents ‘Elijah’\, Mendelssohn’s dramatic oratorio.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/elijah-an-oratorio-by-felix-mendelssohn-2/
LOCATION:St Paul’s Church\, Abbotsbury Road\, Weymouth\, DT4 0BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Classical Music,concert,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Weymouth Choral Society":MAILTO:brindhelen@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250526T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
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:20250605T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
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:20250607T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250607T213000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
CREATED:20250604T152435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T152437Z
UID:42225-1749324600-1749331800@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 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:20250608T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T180000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/banner-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T213000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
CREATED:20250512T171311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T171314Z
UID:41438-1749929400-1749936600@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
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:20250614T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250614T213000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250615T180000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250618T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250618T220000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
CREATED:20250622T092546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T092547Z
UID:42924-1750273200-1750284000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Art Meets Sky: Helm Gallery Brings Bold 'DISRUPTION' Exhibition to Branksome's Roof Terrace
DESCRIPTION:Rockwater Branksome is hosting an exclusive one-night-only rooftop takeover by Brighton’s Helm Gallery on Wednesday\, June 18th. \n\nThe evening will showcase thought-provoking prints and original works from over 10 different artists set against the coastal backdrop of Branksome at sunset.\n\nThis rooftop takeover represents everything Helm Gallery stands for – bringing exceptional art into unexpected spaces where people can truly connect with both the work and each other\,” said Eden Maseyk\, Co-founder of Helm. “There’s something magical about experiencing disruptive art against the backdrop of the Branksome coast at sunset.”\n\nHelm Gallery has redefined the traditional gallery experience since opening\, combining limited edition prints and original pieces across two floors with an innovative cocktail bar concept. The gallery’s main exhibition hall regularly hosts conversation-sparking shows\, while the top floor features carefully curated collections in an atmosphere designed for lingering\, connecting\, and finding inspiration.\n\nGuests at the Rockwater Branksome pop-up will be welcomed with a complimentary glass of sparkling wine on arrival\, alongside carefully selected canapés. Throughout the evening\, visitors can experience a true taste of Helm with a specially curated cocktail menu available for purchase\, featuring gallery favorites such as the Chilli Peach Margarita and Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Espresso Martini. The combination of exceptional art\, Helm’s signature drinks\, and the dramatic coastal rooftop setting promises an unforgettable evening that brings every aspect of the Brighton gallery experience to the coast.\n\nThe ‘DISRUPTION’ pop-up offers a tantalizing preview of Helm Gallery’s full offerings\, inviting art enthusiasts and cultural explorers to experience why Brighton’s boldest culture space has become a destination for those seeking something beyond the ordinary gallery visit.\n\nThis exclusive event is part of Rockwater Branksome’s dynamic summer programming\, which includes Roebuck Supper Clubs during English Wine Week (June 21-29)\, sound baths led by in-house wellness expert Vivienne Yardley\, and weekend Sunset Sessions in collaboration with Casamigos on the roof terrace.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/art-meets-sky-helm-gallery-brings-bold-disruption-exhibition-to-branksomes-roof-terrace/
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,Food & Drink,music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250619T220000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
CREATED:20250613T085710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T085711Z
UID:42823-1750361400-1750370400@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:HMS Heron
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a fabulous evening of popular music by the renowned HMS Heron Band 
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/hms-heron/
LOCATION:Henstridge Church\, Henstridge
CATEGORIES:music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/1D549A01-2B2A-48A9-80E0-065CEC31AD7D.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250701T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250701T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T233000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
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:20250705T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T233000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
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:20250711T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250713T233000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
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:20250713T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250713T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
CREATED:20250423T115350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T115351Z
UID:40517-1752400800-1752415200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Spetisbury Station Project Summer Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:‘Railway 200’ Summer Tea Party \nSunday 13th July 2025\nJoin us at the old railway station in Spetisbury\, Dorset\, from\n10am to 2pm to help celebrate the 200th anniversary of the\nbirth of modern railways.\nPimms\, teas & coffees\, scones\, cakes\nand other tasty treats available.\nSecond hand gifts for sale\, and a range of exhibits and\ninformation by the North Dorset Railway.\nEntertainment by Blandford Ukulele Group at 12.45.\nAll for a donation (cash only please) to the Spetisbury Station\nProject to help us maintain and improve the station site.\nIf wet\, find us in the Spetisbury Village Hall.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/spetisbury-station-project-summer-tea-party/
LOCATION:Spetisbury\, Spetisbury Station Project\, off A350\, Spetisbury\, BH11 9DJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Afternoon tea,Family event,Food & Drink,music,Open day
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
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:20250729T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
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:20250802T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250802T220000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
CREATED:20250624T083921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T083927Z
UID:43186-1754161200-1754172000@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Charity Auction & Cat Walk show
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday 2nd August I am hosting a Charity Auction and Preloved Fashions Cat Walk show\, with a Wedding feature\, at The Tithe Barn\, Hinton St Mary\nThe evening is a ticketed event ( tickets available from 1855 \, The Emporium and by email to me) and will include:-\n\nA Dorset Deluxe grazing supper from Black Cat Catering\, with a free glass of fizz\nA bar and live music and a DJ throughout the evening\nA preloved Fashions Catwalk show\, with all outfits from the Pre loved Boutique and Dapper Chaps in town with a Wedding feature of some of the stunning wedding dresses and suits they have been donated\nFollowed by a Dorset dessert (Brownies and Berries)\nThen a Charity Auction of Lots donated by local businesses. ( these will include a months subscription to The Hinton Workspace\, A Dorset Delights food hamper\,  a Beautiful Dorset pamper hamper and a Dorset Tipples\, drinks hamper ( plus anything else I can persuade our wonderful local business to donate…)\nAll the models are local volunteers from the community shops\, The Girl Guides and a great model friend of mine. The Hair and Make up for the models is all being done for free by local Hair and Make up artists\nMost of the outfits will be for sale on the evening.\nAll the profits from the Evening will be donated to Stur Action ( the Sturminster Newton Community benefit society) and Home Start Blackmore Vale
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/charity-auction-cat-walk-show/
LOCATION:The Tithe Barn\, Hinton St Mary\, Hinton St Mary Estate\, Sturminster Newton\, DT10 1NA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Auction,bar,charity event,Food & Drink,Fundraiser,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline Pass":MAILTO:hello@frontpageweddingfairs.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250906T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250906T223000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
CREATED:20250728T160042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T160043Z
UID:44482-1757160000-1757197800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Kington Magnafest 2
DESCRIPTION:A village music festival with a sideshow of vintage tractors\, three live bands\, line dancing\, cider and cocktail bars\, pizza/fish and chips/BBQ\, artisan coffee and cakes\, ice cream and a circus skills workshop. All profits to #teamtorri
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/kington-magnafest-2/
LOCATION:Kington Magna Music Field\, Church Hill\, Kington Magna\, Gillingham\, Dorset\, SP8 5ET\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family event,Festival,Food & Drink,Fun day,Fundraiser,music
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ORGANIZER;CN="kingtonmagna@gmail.com":MAILTO:kingtonmagna@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250912T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250912T223000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250912T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250912T223000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
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:20250920T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
CREATED:20250902T114750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T114752Z
UID:46611-1758371400-1758373200@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Free Lunchtime Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us at St Peter’s Church on Dorchester Saturday 20th September between 12.30pm and 1pm for our free lunchtime concert. This is a thirty-minute programme of music given by jazz pianist\, Sam B Hanson. Alongside his programme of jazz classics\, Sam will be taking requests for improvisations from the audience! Admission is free and all are very welcome.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/free-lunchtime-concert-4/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Church Dorchester\, 26 High East Street\, Dorchester\, DT1 1XA
CATEGORIES:Classical Music,music
ORGANIZER;CN="Music at St Peter's":MAILTO:musicatstpeters@mail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T061229
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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