From 17 September until 10 November, local watercolour artist Trisha Hayman will be holding her latest exhibition, entitled The Really Wild Show, at... more >

The Rotunda Gallery, Lyme Regis Museum, Bridge St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QA

Tue 17 Sep to Sun 10 Nov

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Dorset

Historical tour and cream tea in Brownsea Castle

Discover the intriguing history of Brownsea Island with one of our knowledgeable guides, who will take you on a journey back in time... more >

Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour BH13 7EE

Tue 17 Sep, Tue 15 Oct

Full Moon Walk September| Women Only

Don't miss this special opportunity to discover the wonders of RSPB Arne by moonlight, in an event uniquely created by women for women... more >

Arne RSPB Reserve, Arne Rd BH20 5BJ

Tue 17 Sep

Summer Guided Tours of Shire Hall Museum

We’re offering guided tours of Shire Hall Museum on Wednesdays in August and September. Discover more about the history of Shire Hall and the..... more >

Shire Hall Museum, High West Street DT1 1UY

Wed 18 Sep, Wed 25 Sep

FREE taster session with the Poole Rock Choir

Are you looking to join a choir? The local Poole choir is run by vocal coach Chris Mutch-Jones. Over the past few years Rock Choir has entered..... more >

Poole High School, Wimborne Road, Poole BH15 2BP

Thu 19 Sep, Thu 26 Sep, Thu 10 Oct, Thu 24 Oct, Thu 7 Nov

More Rock Choirs

Knoll Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

A unique, naturalistic and calming garden, renowned for its whispering ornamental grasses, it also surprises and delights with an abundance of... more >

Knoll Gardens, Wimborne BH21 7ND

Fri 20 Sep

Steampunk Orchestra - The Regent, Christchurch

Step into a realm where classical elegance converges with the pulsating energy of classic rock, indie, and pop hits... more >

51 High St, Christchurch BH23 1AS

Fri 20 Sep

Early bird morning walk and breakfast

Dorset Wildlife Trust and the National Trust have partnered to offer you an opportunity to enjoy the island and its wildlife before the crowds... more >

Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, Poole BH13 7EE

Sat 21 Sep, Sat 19 Oct

Mind BodySpiritFayre

Digby Hall Hound Street Sherborne DT9 3AA on 21st September..11am till 5pm a great day out for all..Psychic Mediums..Psychic Artist.... more >

Digby Hall Hound Street Sherborne DT9 3AA

Sat 21 Sep

Spies!

Who doesn't love the music of James Bond? Or Mission Impossible? Or even Johnny English, The Pink Panther or Austin Powers?... more >

O2 Academy Bournemouth 570 Christchurch Road Boscombe BH1 4BH

Sat 21 Sep

Athelhampton House Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

The award-winning gardens at Athelhampton, surround the Tudor manor house, and date from 1891. The Great Court with 12 giant yew topiary pyramids is..... more >

Athelhampton House Gardens, Dorchester DT2 7LG

Sun 22 Sep

Evening of Mediumship with Nikki Kitt - Swanage

Mediumship Demonstration with Psychic Medium Nikki Kitt Psychic Medium Nikki Kitt is a Spiritualist Medium who is currently touring the UK with her... more >

Harmans Cross Village Hall Haycrafts Lane Harman’s Cross Swanage BH19 3EB

Mon 23 Sep

Join our choir in Dorchester for a FREE taster session

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? Your local Dorchester choir is run by singer/pianist Sadie..... more >

United Church, Charles Street, Dorchester DT1 1EE

Tue 24 Sep, Tue 22 Oct, Tue 12 Nov, Tue 19 Nov

More Rock Choirs

Join our choir in Weymouth for a FREE taster session

If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!... more >

Radipole School, Radipole, Weymouth DT3 5HS

Wed 25 Sep, Wed 23 Oct, Wed 20 Nov

More Rock Choirs

Pottery Painting Workshop

Give pottery painting a whirl as we team up with Splat Pottery in Winton. Zero experience required – just show up, have fun, and support a fantastic..... more >

Splat Pottery, Wimborne Road, Winton BH9 2DT

Thu 26 Sep

Fungi Foray

Can you spot a Fly Agaric or maybe a Destroying Angel, beautiful but deadly? Join our experts from the Dorset Fungus Group on this delightful romp..... more >

Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour BH13 7EE

Sat 28 Sep, Sat 12 Oct

FREE taster session with the Sherborne Rock Choir

If you are wanting to learn to sing you'll like singing with us in the Sherborne Rock Choir. Your friendly local Sherborne choir is run by..... more >

The Digby Hall, Hound Street, Sherborne DT9 3AA

Mon 30 Sep, Wed 16 Oct, Mon 4 Nov, Wed 6 Nov, Mon 18 Nov

More Rock Choirs

Santa's Winter Wonderland Tickets on Sale Date

Although Santa is enjoying soaking up the sunshine on his summer holiday, he didn’t want you to miss out on the ticket sale date so you can book a... more >

Stewarts Christchurch, Lyndhurst Road, Christchurch BH23 4SA

Tue 1 Oct

Santa's Winter Wonderland Tickets on Sale Date

Although Santa is enjoying soaking up the sunshine on his summer holiday, he didn’t want you to miss out on the ticket sale date so you can book a... more >

Stewarts Broomhill, God’s Blessing Lane, Broomhill BH21 7DF

Tue 1 Oct

The Lion and the Unicorn

Fascinating new drama The Lion and the Unicorn is set on an evening in 1939, just six weeks after war has been declared, at a private dinner between... more >

Weymouth Pavilion Esplanade, Weymouth DT4 8ED

Thu 3 Oct

The Best of Grohl - The Anvil, Bournemouth

et ready to rock out with The Best of Grohl, the ultimate rock show dedicated to the legendary rock icon Dave Grohl... more >

15 Holdenhurst Rd, Bournemouth BH8 8EH

Fri 4 Oct

Weymouth Octoberfest - Real Ale and Cider Festival

Weymouth’s ever popular Octoberfest is set to make its annual return on Friday October 4th and Saturday the 5th in the Ocean Room, Weymouth Pavilion... more >

Weymouth Pavilion DT4 8ED

Fri 4 Oct and Sat 5 Oct

FREE taster session with the Bournemouth / Southbourne / Christchurch Rock Choir

Are you looking to find a local choir to join? Your local Bournemouth choir is run by vocal coach Chris Mutch-Jones... more >

Bournemouth School for Girls, Castle Gate Close, Bournemouth BH8 9UJ

Mon 7 Oct, Mon 4 Nov, Mon 11 Nov, Mon 18 Nov

More Rock Choirs

Fire Walk

Think you’ve got what it takes to step up to the (hot)plate and walk over coals? Great for team building, team celebrating, or even just team..... more >

The Treehouse, Merritown Lane, Christchurch BH23 6DT

Wed 9 Oct

Portway Blues Band - An evening of the best live blues music

We return to Sherborne in Dorset for another evening of the best live blues music! We look forward to seeing you all again soon!... more >

The Mermaid, Bristol Rd, Sherborne DT9 4JD

Sat 12 Oct

Frankham Farm - Open Garden for NGS

3½ acre garden, created since 1960 by the late Jo Earle for year-round interest. This large and lovely garden is filled with a wide variety of well..... more >

Frankham Farm, Sherborne DT9 6JT

Sun 13 Oct

Full Moon Walk October| Women Only

Don't miss this special opportunity to discover the wonders of RSPB Arne by moonlight, in an event uniquely created by women for women... more >

Arne RSPB Reserve, Arne Rd BH20 5BJ

Thu 17 Oct

Full Moon Walk | October Hunter's Moon

Don't miss this special opportunity to discover the wonders of RSPB Arne by moonlight, now open to all!... more >

Arne RSPB Reserve, Arne Rd BH20 5BJ

Fri 18 Oct

Waders Of Arne Guided Walk

Join our experts this October for our waders of Arne guided walk. A stroll through heathland and woodland will take you to the sandy shores of..... more >

Arne RSPB Reserve, Arne Rd BH20 5BJ

Sat 19 Oct

Fungi and Woodland Stroll at Arne

Join our expert guide for a walk to see the spectacular sight of Fungi at Arne. Buried deep in the woodland there’s everything from common puff balls..... more >

Arne RSPB Reserve, Arne Rd BH20 5BJ

Sun 20 Oct

Halloween Activity Trail

Are you brave enough to join us on our creepy challenges??? Go on, we dare you to join us. Suitable for 5+, join us for some creepy challenges like..... more >

Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre, Bransgore, Christchurch BH23 8EE

Sun 27 Oct

Halloween at Monkey World

FREE entry for children in FULL Halloween fancy dress. Free fancy dress competition with prizes, as well as the Activity Centre open for children. more >

Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre, Longthorns, Nr Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6HH

Thu 31 Oct

Showstopper! The Improvised Musical

The incredible ‘Showstopper! The Improvised Musical will be bringing their award winning show to Poole's Lighthouse this October... more >

Centre For The Arts, 21 Kingland Rd, Poole BH15 1UG

Thu 31 Oct

Seasonal Family Bushcraft Workshops

New for 2024 season, bring your parents along to these seasonal family bushcraft workshops with local expert Joe Peartree... more >

Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour BH13 7EE

Fri 1 Nov and Sat 2 Nov

FREE taster session with the Bridport Rock Choir

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Bridport Rock Choir... more >

Bridport Town Hall ( Above Tourist Information Centre), East Street, Bridport DT6 3LF

Mon 4 Nov, Mon 11 Nov, Mon 25 Nov

More Rock Choirs

Squirrels & Cream teas in the castle

A fantastic opportunity to come to Brownsea Island when it is closed to the general public and catch sight of the rare red squirrels as they scurry... more >

Brownsea Island Poole Harbour Poole BH13 7EE

Thu 7 Nov, Thu 14 Nov

Fundraising Quiz Night

Teams - Max of 6 per team Event - Family friendly - booking essential Booking - email hello@spaceyouthproject.co... more >

Flirt Cafe Bar, 21 The Triangle, Bournemouth , UK, Dorset BH2 5RG

Sat 9 Nov

Full Moon Walk | November Beaver Moon

Don't miss this special opportunity to discover the wonders of RSPB Arne by moonlight, now open to all!... more >

Arne RSPB Reserve, Arne Rd BH20 5BJ

Thu 14 Nov

Full Moon Walk November| Women Only

Don't miss this special opportunity to discover the wonders of RSPB Arne by moonlight, in an event uniquely created by women for women... more >

Arne RSPB Reserve, Arne Rd BH20 5BJ

Fri 15 Nov

Swing from Paris at Bridport Arts Centre

An evening of Parisian-flavoured jazz and Gypsy Swing at Bridport Arts Centre, with quartet Swing from Paris... more >

Bridport Arts Centre, 9 South St, Bridport DT6 3NR

Fri 15 Nov

FREE taster session with the Dorchester Rock Choir

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir... more >

Dorchester RFC, Coburg Road, Dorchester DT1 2HX

Tue 19 Nov, Tue 26 Nov

More Rock Choirs

Red squirrel walk and cream tea at the castle

A fantastic opportunity to come to Brownsea Island when it is closed to the general public and catch sight of the rare red squirrels as they scurry... more >

Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour BH13 7EE

Thu 21 Nov, Thu 28 Nov

Music concert featuring Dervish

Fronted by the enchanting Cathy Jordan, Dervish are without doubt one of Irish music’s finest. From the West of Ireland, they have gained their..... more >

Corfe Mullen Village Hall BH21 3UA

Fri 22 Nov

Santa's Winter Wonderland at Stewarts Christchurch

Santa and his elves have prepared the most magical experience yet in the Stewarts Winter Wonderland which will open on 23rd November until 24th... more >

Stewarts Christchurch, Lyndhurst Road, Christchurch BH23 4SA

Sat 23 Nov to Tue 24 Dec

Santa's Winter Wonderland at Stewarts Broomhill

Santa and his elves have prepared the most magical experience yet in the Stewarts Winter Wonderland which will open on 23rd November until 24th... more >

Stewarts Broomhill, God’s Blessing Lane, Broomhill, Wimborne BH21 7DF

Sat 23 Nov to Tue 24 Dec

Annalal's Gallery - Open Garden for NGS

Enchanting 180 yr old cottage, home of two Royal Academy artists. 32ft x 12½ft garden on 3 patio levels... more >

Annalal’s Gallery, Christchurch BH23 1DN

Sun 24 Nov, Sun 8 Dec

Wreath Workshop

Hosted by the fabulous Academy of Floristry, this workshop will guide you through the process of making a beautiful Christmas Wreath to hang on your... more >

The Beehive, 15 Manor Avenue, Poole BH12 4LB

Wed 27 Nov

Wreath Workshop

Hosted by the fabulous Academy of Floristry, this workshop will guide you through the process of making a beautiful Christmas Wreath to hang on your... more >

The Beehive, 15 Manor Avenue, Poole BH12 4LB

Sat 30 Nov

Christmas Biscuits Workshop with Maggie the Seaside Baker

Join ‘Great British Bake Off’ contestant Maggie, the Seaside Baker, and decorate homemade Christmas biscuits... more >

110 Dolphin Centre, Poole, England BH15 1SZ

Sun 1 Dec

Christmas Garland Workshop

Hosted by the fabulous Academy of Floristry, this workshop will guide you through the process of making a spectacular Christmas Garland to help you... more >

The Beehive, 15 Manor Avenue, Poole BH12 4LB

Wed 4 Dec

Mediumship Evening with Bernie Scott in Blandford Forum

. Join us for a wonderful Evening of Mediumship with renowned Psychic Medium Bernie Scott. The night will be filled with love and upliftment as..... more >

Durweston Village Hall Church Rd. Durweston Blandford Forum DT11 0QA

Fri 6 Dec

Christmas wreath making on Brownsea Island

Escape the Christmas madness on the mainland and join a relaxing session of wreath making in the castle on Brownsea Island... more >

Brownsea Island Poole Harbour Poole BH13 7EE

Tue 10 Dec to Thu 12 Dec

Christmas Concert

Join us in the spectacular surroundings of St. Peter’s Church, Bournemouth, for an evening of carols and festive joy in aid of Diverse Abilities. more >

St. Peter’s Church, Hinton Road, Bournemouth, England BH1 2EE

Wed 11 Dec

Full Moon Walk | December Cold Moon

Don't miss this special opportunity to discover the wonders of RSPB Arne by moonlight, now open to all!... more >

Arne RSPB Reserve, Arne Rd BH20 5BJ

Sat 14 Dec

Full Moon Walk December| Women Only

Don't miss this special opportunity to discover the wonders of RSPB Arne by moonlight, in an event uniquely created by women for women... more >

Arne RSPB Reserve, Arne Rd BH20 5BJ

Sun 15 Dec

Santa Experience at Monkey World

Santa lands at Monkey World! Kids enjoy a fairy lit buggy ride, making presents for the primate and meeting and receiving a present from Santa. more >

Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre, Longthorns, Nr Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6HH

Thu 19 Dec and Fri 20 Dec

Athelhampton House Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

The award-winning gardens at Athelhampton, surround the Tudor manor house, and date from 1891. The Great Court with 12 giant yew topiary pyramids is..... more >

Athelhampton House Gardens, Dorchester DT2 7LG

Sat 21 Dec

Shaftesbury Seed Fair

Shaftesbury Seed Fair SEED FAIR Stalls include BEANS AND HERBS seed business. For sale - Organic Seed of Vegetables, Herbs and Flowers... more >

Town Hall, High Street, Shaftesbury SP7 8LY

Sat 15 Feb 25

Swing from Paris at the Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis

An evening of Parisian-flavoured jazz and Gypsy Swing at the Marine Theatre Lyme Regis, with quartet Swing from Paris... more >

Marine Theatre, Church St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QB

Sun 27 Apr 25

The Police 3.0 - The Anvil, Bournemouth

Professional trio bringing The Police & Sting’s greatest hits to life, we deliver high-energy performances that capture the essence of these timeless... more >

The Anvil, 5 Holdenhurst Rd, Bournemouth BH8 8EH

Thu 26 Jun 25

Things to do around Dorset

Here's an extended summary of delightful activities for a day out in Dorset:

1. Eat Around Shaftesbury:
- Shaftesbury, a historic working town with roots dating back to Saxon times, offers a charming day out. Don't miss the iconic Gold Hill, made famous by an advertisement for 'Hovis' bread. Enjoy spectacular views over Blackmore Vale. Explore the town's markets – Thursdays for the charter market, regular farmer's markets, flea markets, and book fairs. Take a leisurely stroll along Park Walk for panoramic vistas. For wine enthusiasts, visit Melbury Vine Vineyard, where you can learn about English wines and their growing prominence.

2. Visit Castles & Coast on the Isle of Purbeck:
- Hop on the steam train to Corfe Castle, an iconic defensive fortress with a rich history. Explore the castle ruins and the historic village below. Guided walks and story trails are perfect for families. Venture further into the Isle of Purbeck, where cycling allows you to appreciate the stunning landscape sustainably. Don't forget to take the scenic Breezer Bus.

3. Learn the History of Dorchester:
- Dorchester, the county town of Dorset, is steeped in history. Visit the Dorset County Museum to delve into local heritage, including the famous Dorset Giant, Thomas Hardy, and Roman artifacts. Explore the charming streets, perhaps stopping for a traditional cream tea or browsing independent shops.

4. Hive Beach to Lyme Regis Coastal Walk:
- Embark on a coastal adventure from Hive Beach to Lyme Regis. The scenic walk offers breathtaking views of the Jurassic Coast, fossil-rich cliffs, and the dramatic coastline. Explore the charming town of Lyme Regis, known for its beaches, fossils, and literary connections (think Jane Austen and Mary Anning).

5. Sherborne Castles & Abbey:
- Discover the historic town of Sherborne. Visit the magnificent Sherborne Castle, built by Sir Walter Raleigh, and explore its beautiful gardens. Don't miss Sherborne Abbey, a stunning medieval church with intricate architecture. Wander through the town's quaint streets and enjoy a leisurely lunch at a local eatery.

6. Relax at a Day Spa in Dorset:
- Treat yourself to relaxation and rejuvenation at one of Dorset's day spas. Unwind with massages, facials, and soothing treatments amidst tranquil surroundings. Whether it's a coastal spa or a countryside retreat, pamper yourself and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Remember, Dorset offers a blend of natural beauty, history, and coastal charm – perfect for a memorable day out! 🌿🏰🌊¹³.