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SUMMARY:Sturminster Newton u3a Open Morning
DESCRIPTION:Annual Open Morning of Sturminster Newton u3a.\nOpportunity to join the u3a and to see what we offer for those no longer in full time work.\nGroup leaders will be available to talk about their particular interest groups.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/sturminster-newton-u3a-open-morning/
LOCATION:The Exchange\, Sturminster Newton\, Sturminster Newton\, DT10 1FH
CATEGORIES:Open day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sturminster Newton u3a":MAILTO:arowden@outlook.com
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SUMMARY:The Big Stur Welcome
DESCRIPTION:This fabulous new community event hosted by The Exchange provides an opportunity for newcomers to the area to come along and meet representatives from over 20 local groups and organisations. This free event will be of interest to everyone as it highlights the rich variety of activities which take place in Sturminster Newton.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/the-big-stur-welcome/
LOCATION:The Exchange\, Sturminster Newton\, Sturminster Newton\, DT10 1FH
CATEGORIES:Community information,Exhibition,Open day
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Exchange":MAILTO:info@stur-exchange.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240921T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240921T130000
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CREATED:20240924T133104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T133104Z
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SUMMARY:Dorset Studio School Open Morning
DESCRIPTION:If you have a child in year 6 and looking for them to start secondary school in Year 7\, September 2025. then please come along to our Open Morning on 21st September 2024 10.00 – 1.00pm. A chance to have a walk around our wonderful facilities\, meet staff and pupils. There will be a Principal talk at 10.00am and repeated again at 11.00am at the Kingston Maurward House. Parking at the main Kingston Maurward House.\nvisit www.dorsetstudioschool.co.uk for more information.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/dorset-studio-school-open-morning/
LOCATION:dorset studio school\, Kingston Maurward House\, Dorchester\, DT2 8 PX
CATEGORIES:Open day
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241123T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241123T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065232
CREATED:20241110T145507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T220425Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Open Studio at Strawberry Cottage Studio
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Open Studio \nArt\, cosy cushions\, beautiful bunting\, small stockings and many more creative gifts by Louise Freir and Annabelle Narey. Please pop in; we’d love to see you!
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/christmas-open-studio-at-strawberry-cottage-studio/
LOCATION:Strawberry Cottage\, Strawberry Cottage 49 Milton Abbas\, Blandford Forum\, DT11 0BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Christmas,Crafts,gifts,Open day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Louise Freir":MAILTO:lfreirart@gmail.com 0
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T160000
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CREATED:20250425T104314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T104952Z
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SUMMARY:Bluebell Woods at Peaceful Lane
DESCRIPTION:We are opening our beautiful bluebell woods for visitors to enjoy. Everyone welcome including well behaved dogs in leads. Entrance free but any donations to charity would be appreciated. Woodland Cafe with hot and cold refreshments including homemade cake. Opening the next 3 weekends.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/blue-bell-woods-at-peaceful-lane/
LOCATION:Little Rodmore Farm\, Peaceful Lane\, Kings Stag\, Dorset\, DT10 2BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open day
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CREATED:20250423T115350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T115351Z
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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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SUMMARY:Spetisbury Station Project Summer Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. Explore this beautifully-kept station\nsite\, learn about its history\, and maybe enjoy a picnic.\nPimms\, teas & coffees\, scones\, cakes\nand other tasty treats will be available.\nGood quality second-hand railway books\, DVDs and other\ngifts for sale\, together with a range of exhibits and\ninformation by the North Dorset Railway. \n\nEntertainment by Blandford Ukulele Group \n(performing from 12.45 to 13.45) \n\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-2/
LOCATION:Spetisbury Station Project\, off A350\, Spetisbury\, BH11 9DJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Afternoon tea,Family event,Food & Drink,Music Gig,Open day
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250726T170000
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CREATED:20250527T151339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T151341Z
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SUMMARY:Strawberry Cottage Studio at Milton Abbas Street Fair
DESCRIPTION:Strawberry Cottage Studio is opening as part the Milton Abbas Street Fair on Saturday 26th July. Louise Freir will be displaying many creative pieces such as pen and watercolour paintings of Dorset\, silk paintings and specialist fabric cushions. If you are unable to attend the street fair\, you could always contact Louise to make an appointment and pop in: www.StrawberryCottageStudio.com
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/strawberry-cottage-studio-at-milton-abbas-street-fair/
LOCATION:Milton Abbas\, The Street\, Milton Abbas\, Dorset\, DT11 0BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,charity event,craft fair,Crafts,Exhibition,Fete,Open day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Louise Freir":MAILTO:lfreirart@gmail.com 0
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065232
CREATED:20260331T134346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T134347Z
UID:80281-1778922000-1778950800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Milton Abbey School Scholarships
DESCRIPTION:Milton Abbey School is the the only truly full boarding school in England offering the broadest possible selection of academic\, vocational and sporting qualifications for children aged 13-18. \nOur next scholarship assessment day is on Saturday 16 May\, for children interested in applying for an Academic\, Sports or Dorset scholarship. Please email admissions@miltonabbey.co.uk or telephone on 01258 881804. \nAcademic Scholars \nwho show passion and determination in specific subjects – including Performing Arts\, Music and Drama – or across the curriculum. \n\nSport Scholars \nwho exhibit exceptional skill\, leadership and commitment in one or more team sports including Rugby\, Football\, Cricket\, Netball or Hockey. With sport every day there is no better school for children who excel in sport. \n\nDorset Scholars \nwho live locally in the county and will contribute as an all-rounder to the life of the school\, while benefitting from our educational approach. \nScholarships and means-tested bursaries available 10-95%
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/milton-abbey-school-scholarships/
LOCATION:Milton Abbey School\, Blandford Forum\, dorset\, DT11 0BZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children's,Community information,Open day
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T065232
CREATED:20260402T091519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T091520Z
UID:80404-1778922000-1778950800@www.theblackmorevale.co.uk
SUMMARY:Milton Abbey School Scholarships
DESCRIPTION:Milton Abbey School is proud to offer scholarships in ‘Sport’\, ‘Dorset’\, and ‘Academic’. Our next scholarship assessment day is Saturday 16 May\, and you can register your interest here.\n\n\n\nAs a school\, we deliver outstanding education with one of the broadest curriculums in the independent sector\, sports everyday\, co-curricular evening and weekend activities\, small class sizes\, and nurturing pastoral care.\n\n\n\nWe recognise student’s individual achievements and is designed to offer high challenge and opportunity\, but with lower levels of pressure than other schools\, our assessment process is about getting to know your child and their strengths\, not pitting them against others.\n\n\n\nThis means:\n\n\nWe don’t do competitive\, pressurised academic assessment days.\nWe don’t do verbal and non-verbal reasoning computerised tests.\nWe don’t do ‘everyone must play for England!’ when assessing sport performance.\n\n\n\nFor more information about our scholarships\, please contact our Admissions Team on 01258 881804/admissions@miltonabbey.co.uk.
URL:https://www.theblackmorevale.co.uk/whats-on/milton-abbey-school-scholarships-2/
LOCATION:Milton Abbey School\, Blandford Forum\, dorset\, DT11 0BZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children's,Community information,Family,Open day,Sport
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