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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>
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Sunrise Guided Walk at RSPB Arne - 24th May

Sun 24 May RSPB Arne, Arne Road, Arne, Wareham BH20 5BJ Immerse yourself in the peace and quiet of beautiful RSPB Arne, while watching the breath-taking spectacle of sunrise over Poole Harbour... READ MORE>

Celebrity Chef Cooking Demonstration

Celebrity Chef Cooking Demonstration Sat 16 May Misterton Village Hall, Unity Lane Ta18 8na TA18 8NA Misterton WI is very proud to host TV chef Lesley Waters for a cooking demonstration at Misterton Village Hall... READ MORE>
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Spring Art Exhibition

Today 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>

'Into The Light' Art Exhibition, Dorset Art Week Event

Fri 22 May, Mon 8 Jun The Gallery Upstairs Upton Country Park, Poole Road, Upton, Poole BH17 7BJ Exhibition Title: 'Into the Light' Dates: 22nd May – 8th June 2026 Venue: The Gallery Upstairs (above the tearooms), Upton Country Park... 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>

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>

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>

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>

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>

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>

Join our choir in Poole for a FREE taster session

Thu 14 May, Thu 2 Jul, Thu 9 Jul Montacute School, 3 Canford Heath Rd, Poole BH17 9NG Are you looking to join a choir? The Poole Rock Choir is led by local musician Chris Mutch-Jones. Our UK top twenty album gave ordinary people... READ MORE>
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Colin Blunstone: Believe In Miracles Tour

Tue 26 May The Tivoli Theatre West Borough Wimborne Minster Dorset BH21 1LT Colin Blunstone, lead singer of The Zombies and acclaimed Solo Artist, returns to UK stages with the “Believe In Miracles” Tour, his first national... 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>

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>

Poo-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>

Wild wetland bird walk

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>

Supper Club: Rick Stein

Thu 28 May Rick Stein Sandbanks 10-14 Banks Road, Poole BH13 7QB Join us at Rick Stein Sandbanks for our first Supper Club of 2026. Supper Club is an exclusive series of events taking place at different venues... READ MORE>

Portway Blues Band - Live @ The Bull Inn - Cider and Beer Festival

Portway Blues Band - Live @ The Bull Inn - Cider and Beer Festival Sat 23 May The Bull Inn, Marketplace, Ilchester BA22 8LH Join us for an evening of the best live Blues music! READ MORE>

The Manor - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 2 May and Sun 3 May The Manor, Wincanton BA9 9DL Hidden and unexpected large walled garden in town centre around C17 manor house. Developed by the current owners over the last 25 yrs... READ MORE>

East Lambrook Manor Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Sat 16 May, Sat 13 Jun, Sat 11 Jul East Lambrook Manor Gardens, East Lambrook TA13 5HH The quintessential English cottage garden created by C20 gardening legend Margery Fish. Plantsman's paradise with contemporary and... READ MORE>

10 Ryan Close - Open Garden for NGS

Sun 3 May, Sun 7 Jun 10 Ryan Close, Ferndown BH22 9TP In February 150 varieties of snowdrops carefully named in baskets. In early summer this plantswomans garden is filled with a remarkable selection of... READ MORE>

The Coastal Comedy Show with Mike Gunn

Fri 29 May The Barrington Arts Centre Penny’s Walk, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9TH Join us for a top night of stand-up with three fantastic acts plus your host as multi-award-winning Coastal Comedy launch their shows at The... READ MORE>

The Coastal Comedy Show with Mike Gunn

Fri 29 May The Barrington Arts Centre Penny’s Walk, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9TH Join us for a top night of stand-up with three fantastic acts plus your host as multi-award-winning Coastal Comedy launch their shows at The... READ MORE>
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