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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  • Life Drawing Sessions

    Marnhull Village Hall Burton St, Marnhull

    Friendly life drawing sessions, all abilities welcome. At Marnhull Village Hall 10.30am - 12.30pm Last Friday of each month. £8 per session Contact Katie on 07766 311 810

    £8

  • Macmillan Coffee Morning

    Oborne Village Hall Oborne, Nr Sherborne

    Coffee morning to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

    Free to enter

  • ALL FLOYD 2022 TOUR comes to the Barrington Theatre on 1st October 2022

    The Barrington Theatre Penny's Walk, Ferndown

    "All Floyd's 2022 tour brings more of the classic Pink Floyd anthology to shows throughout the year, all faithfully recreated in the meticulous detail now expected by All Floyd fans. Delivered with stunning visuals and world-class sound system, this is a show not to miss, a spectacular and honest display of Pink Floyd's rich musical […]

    £19.50

  • 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

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