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  • Bere Marsh Farm Farmers’ Market

    Bere Marsh Farm Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford

    We're really excited to reveal our first farmers' market will take place at Bere Marsh Farm, Shillingstone, on September 6 from 10am to 4pm. Look forward to seeing you there! See here for more info: www.thecrt.co.uk/Event/farmers-market

    Free
  • Fern Identification

    Kingcombe Visitor Centre Lower Kingcombe, Toller Porcorum, Dorchester

    Ferns are a group of vascular plants that reproduce by spores. They do not have seeds, nor do they flower, making them a fascinating group of plants to learn about. Robin Walls is the county recorder for vascular plants in Dorset and has a wealth of knowledge about flora. He is heavily involved in the […]

    £40
  • Wildlife Photography Exhibition

    The Fine Foundation Wild Chesil Centre Portland

    This exhibition proudly presents a selection of stunning photos from our annual wildlife photography competition, celebrating the extraordinary talent and creativity of local photographers. Nature photography plays a crucial role in conservation work by raising awareness of our wild places, shining a light on the species which call them home, and rallying support for protecting […]

    Free
  • Big Green Day

    Beaminster School Newtown, Beaminster

    A day showcasing a wide variety of environmental groups - wildlife, energy, recycling, grow your own, sustainable living etc. Lots of friendly and useful information and advice! Plus live music, children's activities, delicious refreshments.

    Free
  • Green Carpets and Hidden Worlds: Discovering Mosses and Liverworts

    Kingcombe Visitor Centre Lower Kingcombe, Toller Porcorum, Dorchester

    Mosses and liverworts are non-vascular plants which reproduce by releasing spores. Every tree at Kingcombe has a rich bryophyte cover, a reflection of Kingcombe’s moist climate and sensitive management. In this one-day introductory workshop you'll learn about mosses and liverworts and how to identify them. Most of the day will be spent in the field, […]

    £40.00
  • Natural History Watercolour Workshop at Chesil

    The Fine Foundation Wild Chesil Centre Portland

    Join us for this two-day natural history art workshop based at the Wild Chesil Centre. This friendly course is suitable for all levels from beginners to burgeoning artists, in fact anyone who would like to improve their watercolour illustrating technique. Lead by two local artists there will plenty of time to ask questions, learn as […]

    £150.00
  • Stormy Seashore Scavenger Hunt at Chesil

    The Fine Foundation Wild Chesil Centre Portland

    Join us for a guided Seashore Scavenger Hunt at Chesil to search for natural treasures that have washed up on the beach after the stormier weather. This family-friendly event is a great opportunity to discover more about what lives in the deeper waters, usually hidden from view, from slow-growing corals to eggcases of sharks and […]

    £4.00
  • Winter Art Exhibition at the Wild Chesil Centre

    The Fine Foundation Wild Chesil Centre Portland

    Join us at the Fine Foundation Wild Chesil Centre for this exhibition inspired by Dorset's incredible wildlife and beautiful natural land and seascapes. The exhibition showcases work by talented local artists Terri Peay, Lusea Warner-Gale, Stephen Yates (and others to be confirmed) in a variety of mediums including printing, ceramics and wildlife illustrations. After browsing the […]

    Free
  • An afternoon of fungi feast and forage with Andy Knott of Jurassic Coast Mushrooms

    Happy River Retreat Wareham

    Back by Popular Demand: A Mushroom Adventure with Andy Knott from Jurassic Coast Mushrooms Step into the fascinating world of fungi with Andy Knott – one of Dorset’s most passionate and knowledgeable mushroom minds.   Andy’s enthusiasm is contagious, and he’ll guide you on a woodland walk of discovery through the forest from Happy River Retreat. […]

    £35
  • A Dorset Christmas Festival: Pull a Pine at RSPB Arne

    RSPB Arne Nature Reserve RSPB Arne Nature Reserve, Wareham

    Join us for one of the biggest conservation events in the country. While we love trees, what nature needs is the right trees in the right place. On our precious and rare lowland heathland pine and silver birch trees being prolific at seeding can quickly take over, blocking out the light and pushing heathland wildlife […]

    £11
  • Wildlife Photography Exhibition at Bere Marsh Farm

    Bere Marsh Farm Shillingstone DT11 0QY Newmans Drove, Shillingstone, Saint Vincent and The Grenadines

    Wildlife Photography Exhibition at Bere Marsh Farm We’re excited to host Stour to the Sea, a free wildlife photography exhibition at Bere Marsh Farm, running from February, 13 to 20. Set in our beautiful Threshing Barn, the exhition features wildlife photographs taken along the River Stour and sea by Graham Brown and Royal Photographic Society […]

    Free
  • Friday Farm Walks

    Bere Marsh Farm Shillingstone DT11 0QY Newmans Drove, Shillingstone, Saint Vincent and The Grenadines

    From Friday April 3, Friday Farm Walks will run weekly from 2pm to 3pm through to September at Bere Marsh Farm, Shillingstone. Led by Hannah Bosence, members of the volunteer team and guest leaders, the walks explore the meadows, river and floodplain at Bere Marsh Farm, highlighting how agroecological farming practices support wildlife and benefit […]

    Free