Find events in Dorset, from village fêtes and jumble sales to the county’s biggest shows, alongside theatre, live music, exhibitions, markets, talks, walks and family days out. The Dorset Life What’s On calendar brings together things to do across the county, with dates, locations and details to help you plan.
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Come along to the Wild Chesil Centre to discover the wonderful world of slugs and snails. Learn fascinating facts about the slimy world of our garden neighbours and coastal cousins. […]
Join us for eco-crabbing on the seashore in Kimmeridge Bay. Find out how to catch seashore crabs without harming them or any of the other marine life they live alongside, […]
53rd Annual Art Exhibition by the Seaton & District Art Society.
Join Rebecca and Kitty, who are passionate about reviving this red-listed craft, and learn how to make your very own corn dolly - a wonderful and traditional way of celebrating […]
Back due to popular demand, join us with a play reading evening – part of our MAD About Drama events. 'Open Doors' is an original piece of work and is […]
A traditional village horse and dog show with fun for all the family. Food and drinks stands available. Horses and dogs not essential! Just come along and enjoy a great […]
The Valley Gardening Club Summer Show Saturday 16th August 2.30 to 4.15 at the Pamela Hambro Hall, Winterborne Stickland, Blandford Forum, DT11 0NT Raffle ~ Refreshments Entrance 50p, Children Free […]
The Valley Gardening Club Summer Show Saturday 16th August 2.30 to 4.15 at the Pamela Hambro Hall, Winterborne Stickland, Blandford Forum, DT11 0NT Raffle ~ Refreshments Entrance 50p, Children Free […]
Wine and mini charcuterie boards available to purchase on the night launch of The Healing parcel, a new range of beautifully created Crystals gift boxes to support life’s journey Tarot […]
Dick Hewitson - Barbara Davis - Joan Scott Three artists whose individual styles complement each other creating an exciting mix of work Displaying framed artwork in oils, acrylic and mixed […]
Come and have a sing a long with tea and biscuits. £5 per person. Cash on the door. Sign up in advance. Details all on the poster.
Come and see what goes on at Guys Marsh Prison. You might be surprised @ Friday 29th August - The Exchange, Sturminster Minister Newton Free entry: Welcome drink.
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