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What's On Around Swanage

Today to Sat 23 May, By Distance closest first.

Purbeck Folk Club

Thu 7 May Village Hall, High Street, Langton Matravers BH19 3HA Our next gig on the 7th May 2026 features Amica from Bournemouth. Amica play a diverse range of original music, traditional folk tunes, and jazz folk... READ MORE>

Ceilidh and Cake!

Sun 10 May Harman's Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Swanage BH19 3EB Folk dances for all ages and abilities with ceilidh band Maiden Oak and caller Malcolm Churchill. Enjoy our homemade cakes and... READ MORE>
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Wild wetland bird walk

Today, Sat 23 May Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, Poole. BH13 7EE Experience the wonderful birdlife of Brownsea Island with our guided birdwatching walks. Led by a knowledgeable Dorset Wildlife Trust ranger, explore... READ MORE>

Historical guided walk with cream tea in Brownsea Castle

Tue 5 May Brownsea Island Poole Harbour Poole BH13 7EE Embark on a fascinating journey through Brownsea Island’s rich history as you explore the island and the castle’s picturesque grounds... READ MORE>

Po-tastic activity trail - May half term

Sat 23 May to Sun 31 May Brownsea Island Poole Harbour Poole BH13 7EE Discover a wonderfully quirky trail that celebrates an often overlooked part of the natural world. Along the way, enjoy fun activities and uncover... READ MORE>

Dawn Chorus Guided Walk with Breakfast

Sun 26 Apr RSPB Arne, Arne Road, Arne, Wareham BH20 5BJ Experience the atmospheric dawn chorus at RSPB Arne this spring! Join us for an early morning wander around RSPB Arne nature reserve, listening to... READ MORE>

Reptile Survey and Heathland Species Guided Walk

Tue 28 Apr RSPB Arne, Arne Road BH20 5BJ Join us for a rare chance to step behind the scenes at RSPB Arne on a guided walk that combines a live reptile survey with an exploration of our... READ MORE>

Dawn Chorus Guided Walk with Breakfast

Sat 2 May RSPB Arne, Arne Road, Arne, Wareham BH20 5BJ Experience the atmospheric dawn chorus at RSPB Arne this spring! Join us for an early morning wander around RSPB Arne nature reserve, listening to... READ MORE>

Dawn Chorus Guided Walk with Breakfast

Sun 3 May RSPB Arne, Arne Road, Arne, Wareham BH20 5BJ Experience the atmospheric dawn chorus at RSPB Arne this spring! Join us for an early morning wander around RSPB Arne nature reserve, listening to... READ MORE>

Night Wildlife and Nightjar Guided Walk with Supper at RSPB Arne

Night Wildlife and Nightjar Guided Walk with Supper at RSPB Arne Sat 23 May RSPB Arne, Arne Road, Arne, Wareham BH20 5BJ Experience RSPB Arne in the evening as the sun sets and twilight takes over.   An exclusive opportunity to see and listen for the iconic... READ MORE>

Magic of Thailand Festival in Poole

Sat 16 May and Sun 17 May Harbourside Park (Baiter Park), Poole BH15 1UY A two day Thai Festival to experience the taste of Thailand this summer at Harbourside Park is brought to you by Magic of Thailand, previously known... READ MORE>

Later Life Letter

Today Lighthouse Poole (sherling studio), 21 Kingland Road, Poole BH15 1UG Later Life Letter tells the story of Luke Wright’s adoption – the life he leads, and the one he might have done... READ MORE>

Western Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 26 Apr Western Gardens, Poole BH13 7AN Created over 50 yrs the award winning garden offers enormous variety with rose, courtyard and woodland gardens, herbaceous borders and cherry tree... READ MORE>

Spring Art Exhibition

Thu 30 Apr to Tue 12 May The Gallery Upstairs Upton Country Park BH17 7BJ A variety of paintings, prints and greetings cards will be on display and for sale. There is also an opportunity to have your portrait sketched free... READ MORE>

39 Pergin Crescent - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 10 May, Sun 14 Jun 39 Pergin Crescent, Poole BH17 7AL This 1950s property is situated on the outskirts of Poole with a front garden of appro 850sq metres and a rear garden of approx 112sq metres... READ MORE>

Bournemouth Northern Soul New Venue

Sat 2 May Carrington House Hotel, Knyveton Road, Bournemouth,Bournemouth BH1 3QQ Saturday 2 May 2026 InCrowd Soul Society NORTHERN SOUL Carrington House Hotel Resident DJ Steve Lyons, Guests Nik Mak, Keith Moon Free... READ MORE>

Join our choir in Poole for a FREE taster session

Thu 21 May, Thu 11 Jun, Thu 2 Jul Montacute School, 3 Canford Heath Rd, Poole BH17 9NG If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!... READ MORE>
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22 Lancaster Drive - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 16 May and Sun 17 May 22 Lancaster Drive, Broadstone BH18 9EL Hidden in the heart of Broadstone, this 360ft woodland garden blends timeless oaks, a natural spring and seasonal acers with spaces for calm and... READ MORE>

Quartet by Ronald Harwood, performed by Castle Players

Thu 21 May to Sat 23 May Lytchett Matravers Village Hall, High Street, Lytchett Matravers BH16 6DD A Heartwarming Tale of Second Chances Cecily, Reggie, and Wilfred are living out their days in a beautiful English country house for retired... READ MORE>

Falconers - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 9 May and Sun 10 May Falconers, Poole BH16 6BJ Behind the gate of 150 yr old Falconers Cottage lies a ¼ acre mature garden with some interesting plants... READ MORE>

Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of The Dubliners

Thu 14 May Regent Centre Christchurch, High Street, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 1AW Proudly celebrating its 10th Anniversary, Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of The Dubliners is back for 2026!... READ MORE>

Annalal's Gallery - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 3 May, Sun 24 May, Sun 21 Jun Annalal's Gallery, Christchurch BH23 1DN Enchanting 180 yr old cottage, home of two Royal Academy artists. 32ft x 12½ft garden on 3 patio levels... READ MORE>

Christchurch Cheese & Chilli Festival

Sat 16 May and Sun 17 May Next To Bournemouth Airport, Parley Lane, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 6AD Get ready for a weekend of flavour, fire, and family fun at the Christchurch Cheese & Chilli Festival – one of the South Coast’s most loved food... READ MORE>

Deans Court - Open Garden for NGS

Mon 18 May and Tue 19 May Deans Court, Wimborne Minster BH21 1EE 13 acres of peaceful, partly wild gardens in ancient monastic setting with mature specimen trees, Saxon fish pond, herb garden and orchard beside... READ MORE>

The Secret Garden at Serles House - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 10 May, Sun 17 May The Secret Garden at Serles House, Wimborne BH21 1EN The former home of the late Ian Willis, who lived here for just under 40 yrs. Alan Titchmarsh described this amusingly creative garden as one of the... READ MORE>
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