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  • The Big Dorset May Day Family Ceilidh

    Hardye Theatre, Thomas Hardye School Queen's Avenue, Dorchester

    Come and celebrate May Day in traditional style with a modern twist with this popular ceilidh band and experienced caller. Join Tatterdemalion, the band of the New Hardy Players, who will be bringing to life traditional Dorset tunes enjoyed for nearly 200 years. With expert caller Angela Laycock to guide every move, it’s fun for […]

    £5 – £13
  • Murder at Villa Madeira: The Story of the Rattenburys Talk by Hattie Miles

    East Dorset Heritgae Trust Hanham Rd,, Wimborne Minster, dorset, United Kingdom

    In March 1935 Bournemouth was shaken by a sensational murder. Retired architect Francis Mawson Rattenbury, aged 67, was found dead at his home, Villa Madeira, on Manor Road. This fascinating true story begins in 1867 and takes us right up to 2021 and involves two architects, a concert pianist and a chauffeur. Tea and Coffee […]

    £6.00
  • Dawn Chorus Walk with Breakfast

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

    Dawn Chorus Walk with Breakfast on Saturday 9 May, from 4.30am to 6.30am. Led by birding expert John Lockwood, the early morning walk offers a chance to experience the dawn chorus at the height of the breeding season. The ticket price includes a bacon or halloumi roll served in the barn afterwards. Tickets cost £10 […]

    £8 – £10
  • Seaside Scramble 2026 – Dorset Charity 5K Obstacle Run

    Baiter Park Catalina Drive, Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom

    Get ready for an unforgettable coastal challenge at the Seaside Scramble 2026, a 5km charity obstacle course run set against the stunning Dorset seaside. Perfect for runners, families, friends, and outdoor enthusiasts, this fun and inclusive event combines running with a series of exciting obstacles designed to test your teamwork, determination, and sense of adventure. […]

    £20
  • Seaside Scramble 2026 – Dorset Charity 5K Obstacle Run

    Baiter Park Baiter Park, Poole, Dorset

    Get ready for an unforgettable coastal challenge at the Seaside Scramble 2026, a 5km charity obstacle course run set against the stunning Dorset seaside. Perfect for runners, families, friends, and outdoor enthusiasts, this fun and inclusive event combines running with a series of exciting obstacles designed to test your teamwork, determination, and sense of adventure. […]

    £20
  • Milborne Port: Community Matters

    Church House Bathwell Lane, Milborne Port

    Community groups, voluntary organisations and businesses showcase what is on offer in this great village!

    Free
  • Choral Eucharist

    st peters church

    You are warmly invited to our cathedral-style service of Choral Eucharist on Sunday 10th May at 10.30am in St Peter’s Church, Dorchester. The music includes: William Harris’s ‘Holy is the true light’, Michael Haydn’s ‘Missa brevis in C’ and Gorecki’s ‘Totus tuus’. All are very welcome to this free service. More information at www.musicatstpetersdorchester.org  

    Free
  • Milton Abbey School Scholarships

    Milton Abbey School Blandford Forum, dorset, United Kingdom

    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. Our next scholarship assessment day is on Saturday 16 May, for children interested in applying for an Academic, Sports or Dorset scholarship. Please email [email protected] or telephone […]

    Free
  • Milton Abbey School Scholarships

    Milton Abbey School Blandford Forum, dorset, United Kingdom

    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. As 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 […]

    Free
  • Sherborne Tennis Club 24 Hour Tennisathon

    Sherborne Tennis Club Terrace Playing Fields,, Sherborne, United Kingdom

    Rally for a CauseSherborne Tennis Club 24 Hour TennisathonNoon Sat 16th to Noon Sun 17th May 2026at The Terraces, Sherborne, DorsetAll funds raised will go to the Motor Neurone Disease AssociationTo secure your spot and for further information please email [email protected] x 1 hour slots to be filled- Raffle - Auction - Refreshments - Spectate […]

    Free
  • Lunchtime Concert

    st peters church

    Join us at St Peter's Church Dorchester on Saturday 16th May between 12.30pm and 1.00pm for our monthly lunchtime concert. Natalie Burton (clarinet) and Rob Taylor (piano) perform the Copland ‘Clarinet Sonata’ and Finzi’s ‘Five Bagatelles for Clarinet and Piano’. Admission is free. More information at www.musicatstpetersdorchester.org  

    Free
  • Plant Sale

    The Pamela Hambro Memorial Hall West Street, Winterborne Stickland

    Plant Sale in aid of The Valley Gardening Club Entrance Free Raffle • Refreshments

    Free