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  • Sherborne International Film Festival – in aid of The HALO Trust

    Powell Theatre, Abbey Road, Sherborne

    Your chance to catch up with some of the best foreign films. There is a mixture of drama, action, comedy, thriller and tragedy, sometimes many found in one movie. The Festival not only provides the community of Sherborne with the opportunity to see foreign films which would not otherwise be shown locally, but also to […]

    £8.00
  • Sherborne International Film Festival – in aid of The HALO Trust

    Powell Theatre, Abbey Road, Sherborne

    Tonights Films are: 17:00 Cinema Paradiso   (Italy) (12) 1988 Synopsis :  A Young Salvatore Di Vita discovers the perfect escape from life in his war-torn Sicilian village: the Cinema Paradiso movie house, where projectionist Alfredo instils in the boy a deep love of films. When Salvatore grows up, falls in love with a beautiful local […]

    £8.00
  • Live Laugh Love Ladies Club – Poundbury, Dorchester – Afternoon Tea & Talk at Athelhampton House & Gardens

    Athelhampton House & Gardens Athelhampton, Dorchester

    Afternoon Tea will be taken in The Long Hall situated within The Coach House that is in the beautiful grounds of Athelhampton House and Gardens, a Tudor House which is a popular Dorset attraction.  It was quoted by Sir Frederick Treves “that it was without question the most picturesque house in the county.”  Afternoon tea will consist of scones, with Dorset clotted cream and […]

    £27.00 – £29.00
  • Autumn colours watercolour workshop

    Digby Memorial Church Hall, Sherborne

    Join local artist Emma Keys for a relaxed, seasonal watercolour workshop celebrating the rich tones of autumn. Learn how to capture the warmth of turning leaves, pumpkins, and woodland textures using simple, beginner-friendly techniques. All materials are provided, and no experience is necessary — just bring yourself and a love of colour! You’ll leave with […]

    £28.00
  • Childrens Halloween Disco

    Stalbridge Village Hall Lower Road, Stalbridge

    disco up to age 7  Disco, tuck shop. £3 entry with free food bag and a drink. Under 3s free. Booking form via qr code. Or contact us.

    £3.00
  • Stalbridge Spooktacular Children’s Disco

    Stalbridge Village Hall Lower Road, Stalbridge

    Childrens disco £3 each under 3s free. Free treat bag for everyone. 5-6.30 for 7 and under 7-8.30 for 8 and over   At Stalbridge Hall, Lower Road DT10

    £3.00
  • Serenade Big Band

    Saint Nicholas Church Henstridge Church St, Henstridge, dorset, United Kingdom

    🎷 Serenade Big Band live in Henstridge! 16 musicians + 2 singers will light up St Nicholas Church with swing, jazz & modern favourites. 📅 Sat 25 Oct | ⏰ 7pm for 7:30 start 🎟 Tickets £15 – Henstridge Post Office or online (Ticket Tailor CLASH)https://buytickets.at/clashcommunitylegalactionforsafetyinhenstridge/1799433 🍷 Refreshments available ✨ Don’t miss the power of […]

    £15
  • 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
  • Sleuthing Aboard the Ship – this October Half Term!

    The Fleet Air Arm Museum RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester

    Step aboard our Aircraft Carrier Experience this October Half Term and take part in a thrilling murder mystery adventure like no other! Visitors of all ages are invited to become shipboard sleuths, meeting costumed characters and uncovering hidden clues to solve a most intriguing case. A petty officer, in the engine rooms with a candlestick? […]

    £19.00
  • GrandSlam Wrestling

    Dorchester Corn Exchange High East Street, Dorchester, United Kingdom

    🎃 Dorchester, are you ready for a Halloween you’ll NEVER forget?! GrandSlam Wrestling is bringing the heat to the Dorchester Corn Exchange on October 31st for a spooktacular night of live action! 🔥 Former WWE Superstar & current TNA sensation SANTINO MARELLA will be in the house and yes, you can meet him before the […]

    £10.00
  • A Halloween Evening With FRANK SINATRA

    NEO Restaurant & Bar Lounge Exeter Rd, Bournemouth, dorset, United Kingdom

    A Halloween Evening with Frank Sinatra Friday, 31st October 2025 19:00-22:30 (Live Show Starts at 20:00) Step 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. Feel the magic as Lucien De-Laloi channels the timeless charm and iconic voice of Frank Sinatra, […]

    £59.95
  • The Life of Violet Cross

    Hazelbury Bryan Village Hall 1-10 Partway, Hazelbury Bryan

    A talk on the life and achievements of Violet Cross will be held at Hazelbury Bryan Village Hall on Friday 31st October at 7:30pm. There will be a cash bar and free canapés.

    £5.00