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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  • Beyond Tess

    The Exchange, Sturminster Newton Sturminster Newton

    Michael Langridge, in conversation with Dr Tracy Hayes , talks about The Second Mrs Clare, his sequel to Thomas Hardy’s ‘Tess'. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beyond-tess-tickets-567919902717

    £8

  • A Test Pilot’s Story

    Sturminster Newton Library Bath Rd, Sturminster Newton

    Writer Chris Taylor talks about his extraordinary career as a test pilot both with the Royal Navy and with civilian aircraft. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-test-pilots-story-tickets-578649094017

    £8

  • Nature’s Wonders

    Sturminster Newton Library Bath Rd, Sturminster Newton

    Jane V. Adams talks about her latest book, Nature's Wonders, and how nature inspires her writing. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/natures-wonders-tickets-593662870627

    £8

  • Beekeeping Experience

    Have you ever wondered what goes on inside a beehive? Well, now’s your chance to find out! Spend an afternoon with experienced beekeepers, learning about the Honey Bee and the […]

    £60 – £100

  • Jumble sale

    Jumble sale for Stower Provost Primary School at the school

    £0.50

  • Father’s Day Craft Activity

    Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

    Father's Day Craft Activity. Creative Father's Day card fun for all ages! Free event. Shaftesbury Library Saturday 17 June11:00am - 12:00 noon. For further information please call Shaftesbury Library on […]

    Free

  • Fitz Fun

    Okeford Fitzpaine Recreation Ground Castle Lane, Okeford Fitzpaine

    A family fun day in Okeford Fitzpaine. Free with donations to the play park upgrade project. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1163220527553321

    Free

  • Marston Magna Midsummer Fair

    Moat Field Marston Magna

    This established village fair starts with a Duck Race at 1pm which starts from outside the Mill in Rimpton Road. We then open the Fair at 1.30 in the Moat […]

    Free

  • Empire of Light (15)

    Shaftesbury Arts Centre 13 Bell St, Shaftesbury, Dorset, United Kingdom

    Tuesday Matinee film showing at 2pm "An achingly lovely film - the best Sam Mendes has yet made" - Vanity Fair Hilary, a depressed cinema manager marvellously played by Olivia […]

    £5

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