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A Few Crusted Characters

Abbotsbury Swannery New Barn Road, Abbotsbury

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 […]

£10 – £15

Walking in Memphis with Elvis- A talk by Lorraine Gibson

The Exchange, Sturminster Newton Sturminster Newton

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.

£10

OPEN GARDEN and TEA PARTY

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.

£6

A Few Crusted Characters

Maumbury Rings 17 Maumbury Rd, Dorchester

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 […]

£10 – £45

Stalbridge Sold exhibition

Stalbridge Village Hall Lower Road, Stalbridge

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 […]

Free

Farnham Open Gardens DT11 8DE

farnham

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  

£7

BIG TISBURY FETE PROMISES A FUN-FILLED DAY FOR EVERYONE!

Tisbury Football Club Field High Street, Tisbury

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 […]

Free

Tarrant Gunville Church Fete

gunville manor church lane, blandford forum, dorset, United Kingdom

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 church village fete! Held in the glorious gardens of the historic Gunville Manor, it is the perfect way to idle away an early summer afternoon.

£2.50

Wincanton Choral Society present A Summer Soirée

Wincanton King Arthur's School, West Hill BA9 9BX West Hill, Wincanton, United Kingdom

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 […]

£10

A Few Crusted Characters

Minterne House Minterne House and Gardens, Minterne Magna

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 […]

£10 – £15

A Few Crusted Characters

Minterne House Minterne House and Gardens, Minterne Magna

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 […]

£10 – £45

Art Meets Sky: Helm Gallery Brings Bold ‘DISRUPTION’ Exhibition to Branksome’s Roof Terrace

Rockwater Branksome is hosting an exclusive one-night-only rooftop takeover by Brighton’s Helm Gallery on Wednesday, June 18th.  The evening will showcase thought-provoking prints and original works from over 10 different artists set against the coastal backdrop of Branksome at sunset. This rooftop takeover represents everything Helm Gallery stands for – bringing exceptional art into unexpected […]