Kanekt in concert
Kanekt, a group of talented musicians from diverse backgrounds, brings together the distinctive sound of the sitar with clarinet, violin, guitar and percussion. With influences from jazz, Eastern European, […]
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Kanekt, a group of talented musicians from diverse backgrounds, brings together the distinctive sound of the sitar with clarinet, violin, guitar and percussion. With influences from jazz, Eastern European, […]
St Mary’s Church, Motcombe is organising an ‘Open Gardens’ event on Saturday 7th June from 12.30 - 6pm as their latest fundraiser. Villagers from Motcombe village including North End have been encouraged to participate, with a minimum of ten gardens available to view. Entry is by ticket, available at St Mary’s Church, Motcombe on the […]
To celebrate their 20th year, the New Hardy Players bring Thomas Hardy’s famous series of short stories to Abbotsbury Swannery. Dorset's most celebrated author’s answer to ‘The Canterbury Tales’, this is a series of comic and tragic stories, with small scenes of village gossip from 200 years ago, told by an ensemble of authentic Dorset […]
One of the most important parts of Lorraine Gibson’s research for Elvis: The King of Fashion was staying in Memphis to soak up the atmosphere and visit the locations in the city where Elvis lived, worked, and first found fame. Come and hear more about this extraordinary research into Elvis Presley and his fashions.
We invite you to visit and walk through our Gardens and grounds open in aid of Julia's House Hospice. Admire the views of the Blackmore Vale, take in the peaceful and secluded features and enjoy afternoon tea with us.
To celebrate their 20th year, the New Hardy Players bring Thomas Hardy’s famous series of short stories to Maumbury Rings. Dorset's most celebrated author’s answer to ‘The Canterbury Tales’, this is a series of comic and tragic stories, with small scenes of village gossip from 200 years ago, told by an ensemble of authentic Dorset […]
Stalbridge History Society presents a NEW exhibition ‘Stalbridge Sold- A town under the hammer’, at Stalbridge Hall from Friday 13th June to Sunday 15th June 2025 We invite you to join us for a trip back to 1918. Our main exhibition illustrates what life was like for Stalbridge residents during a time of turmoil. The […]
Saturday 14 June and Sunday 15 June 11am til 5pm Free parking, admission £7, under-16s free Refreshments available all day In aid of church and local charities
Tisbury is buzzing with excitement as preparations are underway for the big Tisbury Village Fete, set to bring the community together for a fantastic day of entertainment, laughter, and local delights. Generously sponsored by local property agents Boatwrights, Coffee Angels, Tisbury Parish Council, Tisbury Football Club and Nadder Community Energy, the fete will take place […]
Join us the Tarrant Gunville Church Fete on Saturday 14th June at 2.15pm. Renowned for its amazing Tea and Cake stall, not to mention all the fun of a traditional […]
light-hearted music with complimentary canapés and pay-bar in the extended interval, to round off performances in their 35th year George Shearing: Songs and Sonnets from Shakespeare John Rutter: The Sprig of Thyme clarinet and piano duets and solos in the Main Hall, King Arthur's School, Wincanton BA9 9BX Saturday 14th June at 7.30 - note […]
To celebrate their 20th year, the New Hardy Players bring Thomas Hardy’s famous series of short stories to Minterne House. Dorset's most celebrated author’s answer to ‘The Canterbury Tales’, this is a series of comic and tragic stories, with small scenes of village gossip from 200 years ago, told by an ensemble of authentic Dorset […]
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