Wimborne Community Centre Artisan Makers Market
2024-03-23 10:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | Wimborne Community Centre, 41 - 44 King Street, Wimborne, BH21 1EA
The first of our 2024 Artisan Makers Markets will be held from 10am till 3pm on Saturday 23rd March 2024 here at Wimborne Community Centre, King Street car park, Wimborne. We will have an array of talented artists and crafts people here to share their work with you so why not come along to browse and buy and also enjoy a tasty treat and refreshments at our café. Everyone welcome, including dogs, entry is free.

Quiz Night
2024-03-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Oborne Village Hall, Oborne, Nr Sherborne, DT9 4LA
Family quiz with a Ploughman’s Supper provided in the interval. Maximum of six people per team. Due to limited space, places need to be reserved please by emailing oborneevents@gmail.com

Kosovo to Chocolate - An Unlikely Transition
2024-03-24 15:00 - 17:00 | Caryford Hall, Maggs Lane, Castle Cary, BA7 7JJ
A talk by Jane Swayne on her transition from running a charity programme in Kosovo for 10 years to starting the chocolate business, Gilbert and Swayne, in Baltonsborough. Expect free samples and a Prosecco bar! Tickets www.caryfordhall.co.uk

*FULLY BOOKED* Talk on the Future of Farming in North Dorset by George Hosford
2024-03-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Clayesmore School DT11 8LL, DT11 8LL, United Kingdom
This year North Dorset CPRE, the Countryside Charity, also known as the Campaign to Protect Rural England, will be holding their AGM will be at 5.30pm on Tuesday 26th March at Clayesmore School, DT11 8LL. The speaker will be George Hosford, whose talk will be on “The Future of Farming in North Dorset”. It should be very interesting given the challenging times for farming in recent years, and the uncertain times ahead. George and his brother Dougal farm 2,000 acres around Durweston. They are well known for their high environmental standards, and focus on conservation. George was recently Chair of NFU Dorset, and is passionate about educating people about farming.

Choral Eucharist for Easter Sunday
2024-03-31 10:30 - 11:45 | St Peter’s Church Dorchester, 26 High East Street, Dorchester, DT1 1XA
You are warmly invited to our cathedral-style service of Choral Eucharist on Easter Sunday 31st March at 10.30am in St Peter’s Church, Dorchester. The music includes: Haydn’s ‘Little Organ Mass’, Harris’s ‘This joyful Eastertide’ and ‘Ye choirs of new Jerusalem’ by Stanford. All are very welcome to this free service and for refreshments afterwards.

Milborne Port Opera presents "The Drowsy Chaperone"
2024-04-03 19:30 - 2024-04-06 19:30 | Milborne Port Village Hall, Springfield Road, Milborne Port, DT9 5RE
MPO leaps into another hit musical – The drowsy Chaperone, by Lisa Lambert and Greg Morrison, directed by Karen Pankhurst.
Last year MPO proved they could do big musical numbers extremely well. MPO’s next production, to be performed after Easter in 2024, is a hit Broadway musical THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, which carried off 5 Tonys in New York and was nominated for several awards in London and the USA
It’s a very funny send up of 1920s Hollywood musicals, with an implausible plot, even more implausible characters, and some great music and dancing from the Jazz age.
The entire show is set in the apartment of a slightly sad musical theatre fan who decides to play his favourite LP (the show!) and behold, it comes to life before his eyes in his own living room.
The story concerns a wedding. The Drowsy Chaperone of the title (“Drowsy” is an American euphemism for drunk) has the job of keeping the bride, a Broadway star who is giving up fame and the footlights to get married, away from her bridegroom, an oil heir, on their wedding day. Needless to say, she fails.
The star’s producer, one Mr Feldzieg (no relation to the famous Zeigfeld!) is hell bent on preventing the wedding, as he will be bankrupted following the loss of his biggest star. Several jovial gangsters, disguised as pastry chefs, are also trying to frustrate the match. They work for an anonymous third party who has invested a lot of money in the show. They intend to punish Feldzeig if he fails.
The plot is further enlivened by the antics of the groom’s Best man, George (played by a girl), a latin lothario, Adolpho and a wanabee Broadway star, Kitty.
Most of the MPO regulars are in the show, along with some talented newcomers. They are being worked hard by director Karen Pankhurst. This is her second show. She directed last years’ highly enjoyable “Everything Goes” and has featured in several successful MPO productions.

Annual charity working day
2024-04-07 09:30 - 15:00
£15 per tractor, includes hot food and a drink
Come along to our charity working day for ploughing, cultivating and rolling, all abilities welcome, bring your own implements (plough, cultivator etc) NO SUBSOILER’S, we may have some implements for you to borrow if you don’t have any yourself
This is not a ploughing match
Venue: Great Down Lane, Nr Marnhull, DT10 1JY
What Three Words: parts.crisis.interview
Please arrive from 9.30am, to start 10am and finish at 3pm
Food & Drinks available all day and Raffle
All proceeds in aid of Salisbury Hospice Charity
Ample space to off load trailers
For further details please contact
Tony: 0773 4465598
Andrew: 0782 4994308
**Find us on Facebook: North Dorset tractor road runs **

Dog's Trust Easter Holiday Fun!
2024-04-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Shaftesbury Library, Bell Street, Shaftesbury, Shaftesbury Library SP7 8AE
Dog’s Trust Easter Holiday Fun!
Shaftesbury Library
Monday 8th April
11.00am to 12 noon.
Do you want to be a dog’s best friend?
Join us for a free, fun family workshop to learn all about staying safe around dogs and keeping our four-pawed friends happy and healthy!
This workshop is for children aged 7-11 with an accompanying adult and includes fun dog themed activities, games and role play.
Booking is essential via Eventbrite. Alternatively, please contact the library:
Shaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk or call 01747 852 256

Children’s fire safety event with the DWFR
2024-04-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Shaftesbury Library, Bell Street, Shaftesbury, Shaftesbury Library SP7 8AE
Children’s fire safety event with the DWFR.
Fire safety story, dress up in a fire kit, enjoy colouring and craft activities. Booking via Eventbrite is essential as spaces are limited.
Shaftesbury Library
Thursday 11 April
11:00am – 12:00pm
Suitable for children aged4 to 8 years. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
For more information:
shaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
01747 852 256

Community Policing Drop In Surgery
2024-04-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Shaftesbury Library, Bell Street, Shaftesbury, Shaftesbury Library SP7 8AE
Community policing drop-in surgery
Thursday 18th April
10.00am to 11.00am
PCSO 5382 Leatt will be at Shaftesbury Library to offer crime prevention advice and leaflets, and to hear any local concerns.
For more information please call 01747 852256 or email shaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk

Shared Reading
2024-04-18 13:45 - 15:15 | Shaftesbury Library, Bell Street, Shaftesbury, Shaftesbury Library SP7 8AE
Shaftesbury Library Shared Reading group brings people together and books to life. Join us to hear short stories and poems, then discuss them in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. No need to read ahead.
Fortnightly on a Thursday from 18 April until June 27
1:45pm – 3:15pm
For more information contact Shaftesbury Library on 01747 852256 or email
shaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk

Shaftesbury Library Shared Reading Group
2024-04-18 13:45 - 15:15 | Shaftesbury Library, Bell Street, Shaftesbury, Shaftesbury Library SP7 8AE
Shaftesbury Library Shared Reading group brings people together and books to life. Join us to hear short stories and poems, then discuss them in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. No need to read ahead.
The new fortnightly series of Shared Reading begins on Thursday 18 April until June 27 between 1:45pm – 3:15pm.
For more information and to book your space contact Shaftesbury Library on 01747 852256 or email
shaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk

All about UK reptiles
2024-04-20 10:00 - 12:30 | Bere Marsh Farm, Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford, DT11 0QY
Come to Bere Marsh Farm and learn all about the 6 species of native reptile found in the UK, with the CRT’s in-house reptile expert – Nick Dobbs.
Nick will begin with a presentation talk in the barn before leading the group on a guided nature walk of Bere Marsh Farm, including an opportunity to look for reptiles under survey tins known as ACOs (Artificial Cover Objects).
The circular walk around the farm will include the main trailway plus a visit to the beautiful Angela Hughes Nature Reserve which is only open to the public by appointment.
With so much to remember on the day, we will give everyone a UK reptile information sheet to take home.
Throughout the event, the Buzz Cafe will be open, selling homemade cakes, hot paninis, sausage rolls, pastries, and a variety of beverages.

Jumble and Plant Sale
2024-04-20 10:00 - 12:30 | Melbury Abbas village hall, Melbury Abbas, Shaftesbury, SP70DB
Jumble, Plants, Vintage, Books, Home made Cakes
Drop in the cafe for coffee and cake!
Declutter your cupboards and bring your items to the Village Hall on Friday 19th afternoon.
Melbury Abbas Village Hall SP70DB.

Earth Day Craft
2024-04-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Shaftesbury Library, Bell Street, Shaftesbury, Shaftesbury Library SP7 8AE
Shaftesbury Library
Earth Day craft for children.
Recycle your empty cardboard tubes and create cute minibeasts to take away.
Saturday 20 April
11:00am – 12 midday
Suitable for children up to 12 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking essential via Eventbrite or contact the library.
For more information email shaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil or call 01747 852256

SchoolReaders
2024-04-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Shaftesbury Library, Bell Street, Shaftesbury, Shaftesbury Library SP7 8AE
School Readers
Shaftesbury Library
Tuesday 23 April
10.00am to 12 midday
Do you love books? Enjoy working with
children? You could become a School Readers
volunteer! Find out what it involves and in
spire the next generation of readers.
For more information email shaftesburylibrary@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk or call 01747 852 256

"Come and Sing" Workshop and Concert
2024-04-27 | Thornford Village Hall, Pound Road, Thornford, Sherborne, DT9 6QB
An enjoyable day of singing along with expert tuition, the programme features Songs from the Shows, and Music from the Movies and includes a medley from “Les Misérables”, songs from “Oklahoma” some Gilbert and Sullivan choruses and more! Under the musical direction of Alice Dicker, BMus(Hons) DipABRSM and culminating in an Evening Concert, the cost is £20 per person and includes music hire and hot and cold drinks during the day.
Free parking is available at the venue and pre-booked evening meals can be arranged through us at the King’s Arms, Thornford. No auditions required, just lots of enthusiasm! Enrol NOW!

Wimborne Community Centre Artisan Makers Market
2024-04-27 10:00 - 15:00 | Wimborne Community Centre, 41 - 44 King Street, Wimborne, BH21 1EA
Come along and enjoy our April Artisan Makers Market here at Wimborne Community Centre. We will have beautiful pieces from many talented, local artists and crafts people to browse and buy. Also, a café with refreshments, breads and delicious cakes. Free entry, dogs welcome.

Dorset Cream Teas
2024-04-27 14:30 - 17:30 | The Old School, 174 Church Street, Sturminster Marshall, BH21 4BU
Sturminster Marshall Evening WI fundraising event. Cream teas.

Choral Evensong
2024-04-27 16:30 - 17:30 | St Peter’s Church Dorchester, 26 High East Street, Dorchester, DT1 1XA
You are warmly invited to our monthly, cathedral-style service of Choral Evensong on Saturday 27th April at 4.30pm in St Peter’s Church, Dorchester. The music, which commemorates 100 years since the death of Charles Villiers Stanford, includes his ‘Beati quorum via’, ‘Magnificat and Nunc dimittis in G’ and ‘The Lord is my shepherd’ along with Brian Cotterill’s ‘Preces and responses in homage to Stanford’. Do join us for this free event and stay for a glass of wine after the service.

Milborne Port History Day
2024-05-11 | Various locations in Milborne Port
A celebration of the rich cultural, social, architectural and industrial history of our lovely village to celebrate Somerset Day.
A village-wide programme of history and heritage-based activities at various locations around the village, including the Town Hall, Church House, the Chapel Museum, The Tippling Philosopher, the Organ Museum and St. John’s Church.
An exhibition of maps of the village spanning over two hundred years, including our very own gigantic tithe map of 1839 in all its glory.
The day will be heralded by the church bells as a team from Southampton come to ring at the Church of St John the Evangelist.
Please check our website for full programme details.

Dawn chorus with breakfast
2024-05-11 04:30 - 18:30 | Bere Marsh Farm, Newman's Drove, Shillingstone, Blandford, DT11 0QY
Set your alarm early and get ready to enjoy the dawn chorus at Bere Marsh Farm, on our guided tour led by birding expert John Lockwood.
Immerse yourself in the dawn chorus at the height of the bird breeding season, whilst John helps you identify birdsong unique to each species. Our tour includes areas not open to the public, and at this same event last year, we were thrilled to record 25 bird species.
At the end of your walk and included in the ticket price of just £10 per person, we’ll return to the Barn to enjoy a choice of hot beverages and freshly baked pastries from our Buzz Café.

Creative Textiles Workshop: Coil Pots
2024-05-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Shaftesbury
Upcycle lustrous sari silks and other fabrics to create a colourful coiled pot.
This 3 hour workshop will be held at The Art Shed, my purpose built garden studio in the hilltop town of Shaftesbury, Dorset.
All materials are provided and participants will create a textile pot to take home, and lots of inspiration to make many more.
Places are limited to 4 to facilitate individual tuition. Refreshments are provided.

Eurovision Final Village Party
2024-05-11 19:30 - 23:30 | Okeford Fitzpaine Village Hall, Greenhayes, Blandford forum, DT11 0RE
Okeford Fitzpaine Village Hall, Greenhayes, DT11 0RE.
Join the party of other Eurovision fans for a fun filled evening with a prize for the best costume (Not compulsory), prize raffle and prize quiz.
Bring your own nibbles and drinks. Just £2.50 entry with funds raised for the village hall.

Mental Health Awareness Week Drop in
2024-05-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Shaftesbury Library, Bell Street, Shaftesbury, Shaftesbury Library SP7 8AE
Mental Health Awareness Week. Do you or anyone you care about feel anxious about the cost of living crisis, or have any other worries and concerns regarding mental health? Meet a representative from Mind Dorset for an informal drop-in advice and guidance session.

CLAYSON SINGS CHANSON
2024-05-19 08:00 | Guggleton Farm Arts, Station Road,, Stalbridge, Dorset DT10 2RQ, DT10 2RQ
CLAYSON SINGS CHANSON has been on the road since the beginning of 2011 to tie-in with the most recent edition of Alan Clayson’s Jacques Brel biography, La Vie Bohème – and it will be coming to Guggleton Farm Arts, Station Road, Stalbridge, Dorset DT10 2RQ on Saturday 18th of May.
As well as works by Jacques Brel, Charles Aznavour, Scott Walker and other chansonniers, Gallic and English, singer Alan Clayson and keyboard player Andy Lavery – venture into curious but connected realms, ranging from an arrangement of French symbolist poet Paul Verlaine’s ‘Un Grand Sommeil Noir’ to Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich’s ‘Last Night In Soho’ – sung absolutely straight – and, by contrast, ‘Sweeney Todd The Barber’ – which Alan used to do with his group Clayson and the Argonauts, but hadn’t unveiled in public for a quarter of a century. Prefaced by an explanatory talk that is as entertaining as it is educational this show will appeal to both chanson devotees, those interested generally in Gallic culture and folk merely seeking fun.

Poyntington May Fair
2024-05-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Poyntington Manor House, Poyntington, Sherborne, DT9 4LF, United Kingdom
Something for everyone – a village fair with external stallholders and village stalls, the Wessex Morris Men, live music, activities for children including a Fancy Dress Competition for best book character (judging 2pm). In aid of All Saints Church, The Weldmar and The Rendezvous.
