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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  • Shared Reading

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    Do you enjoy a good story and would you like to discover poetry without the need to read ahead? Join Shaftesbury Library's Shared Reading Group. Fortnightly on a Thursday from 6 October to15 December 2022 1.45pm - 3.15pm

    Free

  • Shared Reading

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    Do you enjoy a good story and would you like to discover poetry without the need to read ahead? Join Shaftesbury Library's Shared Reading Group. Fortnightly on a Thursday from 6 October to15 December 2022 1.45pm - 3.15pm

    Free

  • Gala Ball ‘Mission Possible’

    DT2 8TQ Ilsington House, Puddletown

    GALA BALL - LAST REMAINING TICKETS - SATURDAY 8 OCTOBER 2022 Join us for an unforgettable night of dining and dancing to live music raising funds for the Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance at the beautiful Ilsington House at Puddletown. 6.30pm - Sparkling reception 1am Carriages Black tie - Only £90 per tickets Contact - […]

    £90

  • Shaftesbury Indoor Market

    Shaftesbury Town Hall High Street, Shaftesbury, Dorset, United Kingdom

    Shaftesbury Indoor Market! Various small businesses selling their products: Decoupage & cards FM Fragrances and dietary supplements The Body shop Photography Pet clothing, blankets, Hunan gloves Bunting, scrunchies, small bags and more Toys, books, knitted cardigans, various cards Jewellery - Gem Stone Pre loved house hold items Fairy houses, crafted hearts, wood items Outside Stalls […]

  • Mermaid Tales At Shaftesbury Library

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    Mermaid Tales with Mermaid Nerissa at Shaftesbury Library. A REAL LIVE MERMAID will be making a Splash at Shaftesbury Library with Mermaid Tales, Entertainment and fun Activities.

    Free

  • National Get Online Week

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    National Get On Line Week. Come and meet Tarryn Shillingford from Barclays Bank to discuss your online banking needs and queries.

    Free

  • National Get Online Week

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    National Get On Line Week. Come and meet Tarryn Shillingford from Barclays Bank at Shaftesbury Library to discuss your online banking needs and queries.

    Free

  • The Rockbourne Fair

    Salisbury Racecourse Netherhampton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

    Bored of high-street shopping? The Rockbourne Fair boutique shopping fair returns this Autumn, supporting the Salisbury Hospital Stars Appeal. Salisbury Racecourse Weds 19th - Fri 21st October (late night shopping on Thurs 20th) Featuring over 100 boutique suppliers with products that you simply won’t find on the high street - everything from fashion, cosmetics and […]

    £5

  • The Rockbourne Fair

    Salisbury Racecourse Netherhampton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

    Bored of high-street shopping? The Rockbourne Fair boutique shopping fair returns this Autumn, supporting the Salisbury Hospital Stars Appeal. Salisbury Racecourse Weds 19th - Fri 21st October (late night shopping on Thurs 20th) Featuring over 100 boutique suppliers with products that you simply won’t find on the high street - everything from fashion, cosmetics and […]

    £5

  • School Open Morning

    St Gregory's CofE Primary School New Street, Marnhull, United Kingdom

    We are delighted to welcome families back into school! Visitor mornings are held on normal working school days so you can see us in action. You will receive an overview of life at St Gregs and a tour around the school by our Young Governor pupils. Come and see our vibrant Hedgehog class in action!

  • The Salisbury Gurkha Band Concert

    St Paul's Church Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth, United Kingdom

    A spectacular evening of music from the Band of the Brigade of Gurkhas! The concert will feature a lively mix of Nepali and Western music, a selection of rousing miliary tunes, and the famous ‘kukri dance’. The concert will be held at St Paul’s Church in the heart of the beautiful city of Salisbury. All […]

  • Knitting and Crochet Workshop

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    Keen to start a new skill or revisiting a favourite pastime? Our friendly and helpful Knit and Natter group are here to help and share the enjoyment of knitting and crochet. Everyone is welcome.

    Free

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