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  • WOOL COMMUNITY CINEMA

    The D'Urberville cEntre dorset, United Kingdom

    Our next film night will present 'The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society.

    Free – £5.00

  • After Sunset Fadeth – Early Music by Candlelight

    St Peter's Church Dorchester 26 High East Street, Dorchester

    On Friday 14th November at 7pm Music at St Peter’s presents ‘After Sunset Fadeth’ – a programme of early music for lute and baroque guitar performed by renowned lutenist Matthew Nisbet (https://www.matthewnisbetlute.com). In the evocative, candlelit setting of St Peter’s Church. Matthew will introduce these incredible period instruments as well as the music written for […]

    £10.00

  • The Final Journey, an exploration of death and dying through art

    Royal manor Theatre Portland 138A Fortuneswell, Portland, dorset, United Kingdom

    How to have "a good death" is a topic which more and more people find important nowadays. Fuelled by the discussion about assisted dying, customised funerals, natural burials and the question 'what happens after', 20 people worked for almost a year to create this 5 day event, which includes an art exhibition, showing their take […]

    Free

  • An evening with University Music Concert Band

    St Peter’s Church Bournemouth

    An evening with University Music Concert Band. Enjoy an eclectic programme of music from stage, screen and concert hall. Admission free.

    Free

  • Laughs that go further- Comedy Event in Verwood !

    The Verwood Hub Theatre Brockway, Verwood, Dorset, United Kingdom

    Laughs that go further is more than just a comedy event, it’s your chance to help someone from our local community help communities in Tanzania. Jessie a year 11 student is raising money to embark on a a life changing journey where she will teach and build a brighter future for others ! Where do […]

    £10.00

  • Christmas Fair

    Springfield Country Hotel Grange Road, Wareham, Dorset, United Kingdom

    If you liked the Phoenix Groups exhibition at the Shoot Room during Purbeck Art Weeks then you will love this Christmas Fair. Featuring many of the groups members there will be over 25 stalls displaying and selling their amazing work. Entry and parking is free and it's in aid of The Careline Appeal, a small […]

    Free

  • Frost Fair at the Wimborne Minster

    Wimborne Minster High St, Wimborne Minster,, Wimborne

    Join us in the Wimborne Minster Church on Saturday 22nd November between 11am-3pm for our yearly forst fair - quality stalls, family entertainment with Pickle Bum the Elf, free craft activities,  waffle truck and Pop up cafe, meet Santa and Mrs Santa in their grotto and choose a gift for a suggested donation of £3 […]

    Free

  • Choral Evensong

    St Peter's Church Dorchester 26 High East Street, Dorchester

    You are warmly invited to our monthly, cathedral-style service of Choral Evensong on Saturday 22nd November at 4.30pm in St Peter’s Church, Dorchester. The music includes Reger’s ‘Nachtlied’, the ‘Preces & Responses’ by David Bruce Payne, Howells’s ‘Collegium Regale’ and ‘Welcome sweet and sacred feast’ by Gerald Finzi. Admission is free and there is a […]

    Free

  • James Bond Night

    Cavokay House, Henstridge Marsh Lane, henstridge, Dorset, United Kingdom

    Grab your martini and your friends – it’s time to channel your inner 007! James Bond Night – Cavokay House, Henstridge 🎤 Live Bond singer | 🎲 Roulette & blackjack | 🍾 Prosecco on arrival | 🍽️ Fine dining 🎩Dress to impress ✨ Prepare to step into the world of James Bond for one unforgettable […]

    £50.00

  • James Bond Night

    Cavokay House, Henstridge Marsh Lane, henstridge, Dorset, United Kingdom

    Grab your martini and your friends – it’s time to channel your inner 007! James Bond Night at Cavokay House, Henstridge 🎤 Live Bond singer | 🎲 Roulette & blackjack | 🍾 Prosecco on arrival | 🍽️ Fine dining 🎩 Dress to impress ✨ Prepare to step into the world of James Bond for one […]

    £50

  • UNDER WINTER STARS – Choral Advent Concert

    St James Church St James Street, Shaftesbury, Dorset

    A Choral Celebration of Light, Hope, and Wonder Join us for an evening of beautiful seasonal choral music and audience carols, including music by Bob Chilcott and Philip Stopford with a special item featuring the World Premiere of “Stars” by Stephen Deutsch Tickets £12 at the door, or £10 in advance from Novia Stationery (High […]

    £10

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