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 and join us whilst we raise money for Friends of Yewstock. We are holding our annual summer fair at the school. There will be a Tombola, Raffle, throw a wet sponge (back by popular demand) Refreshments plus stalls run by our pupils and Enterprise along with some local small businesses.
Our annual exhibition is held in the Reading Rooms, directly opposite St James' Church, at the centre of The Street. The iconic cottages and beautiful surroundings add to the quintessential village charm and create an inspirational setting. There are lots of unique styles and mediums to suit plenty of different tastes, and exhibiting artists will […]
Taking place in the Village Garden at the rear of the Charlton Marshall Church beside the river with Classic Cars, BBQ, Pimms, Tea and Cakes, Plants, Tombola, Raffle and so much more both outside and in the church. £1 entry, children free.
🌸 Experience the charm of Pond Farm’s beautiful gardens 🌸 Wander through tranquil surroundings and enjoy a peaceful afternoon in nature. Delicious tea, cake, and light refreshments will be available. ☀️ It’s set to be a very warm day — feel free to bring a rug and relax in the shade. Please note: Due to […]
The Fifeheads’ Village Fete and Flower Festival Stalls, refreshments, children’s games, raffle, plants
Join us on 20 July 2025 for a show of automotive finery, all built around The Ascent. Watch a stunning array of variety power their way up the hill, all set in the scenic Wiltshire countryside. What to expect: Ascent runs: Drivers will be pushing their cars to the limit, with displays of speed and […]
In this lively interactive presentation – ESCAPE THE MATRIX – Alex Retrov reveals how you are unknowingly controlled by a system the very day the State created a ‘legal fiction’ from your Birth Certificate, effectively separating you from a valuable trust account set up by the government on the very day you were born – […]
Come and enjoy a Summer Concert by The North Dorset A Capella Choir Including music by Handel, Purcell, Morley and Rachmaninov directed by James Crawshaw on Wednesday 23rd July in St Eustace Church, Ibberton DT11 0EN @ 7 pm Free entry but a donation to the fabric fund would be gratefully received Drinks and food […]
A second Summer Season of Plays, bringing rep theatre to the beautiful Marine Theatre, on the sea front at stunning Lyme Regis, again. Following the successful performances last year, this year we bring you five popular plays from 23rd July to 27th August. For five weeks, you can enjoy a company of professional actors bringing […]
Ballet Under the Stars, held from July 25th to 27th 2025 at Hatch House in the beautiful Wiltshire countryside, is a truly unforgettable event. This annual ballet gathering has captivated many audiences, offering a blend of classical, neo-classical, and contemporary ballet in an extraordinary setting. The performances take place in a stunning 17th-century two tier walled […]
Join expert, Nick Tomlinson, to learn about our bat species and how to detect them. BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Adults over 18 only please. £100 per person. All money raised helps to support the vital conservation work of Dorset Wildlife Trust, protecting wildlife now and for future generations to come.
The Villagers of Milton Abbas invite you to their 18th Century Street Fair Whatever the weather, we hope you join in the fun of our Street Fair. We have tried to recreate the flavour of a country occasion using costume, rural crafts, entertainment and craft demonstrations. We expect to have a large number of stalls, with […]
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