Whats On in September 2024
events in Swanage & the Isle of Purbeck
Throughout the year Swanage and the Isle of Purbeck plays host to a wide array of events and festivals for all ages. You can filter the events by: Animals and Conservation (129), Art and Museums (203), Childrens or Family Event (172), Community (380), Education (62), Environment (1), Exhibitions, Shows (34), Food and Drink (5), Gardens, Countryside (8), History and Heritage (152), Hobbies (4), Music (83), Sport and Exercise, Walks (55), Theatre and Stage (3), .
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August
1st
Sun
Keeper of the Castle: Storytelling tours
10:00 to 17:30
Education in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Join the Keeper of the Castle as you discover how clever design and strategic location made it fulfil its role throughout a turbulent history. During this fun and fact filled 45-minute tour you will discover some of the castles secrets and participate in interactive challenges...
Summer Games at Corfe Castle
10:00 to 17:30
Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Get involved with self-led activities and games that are fun for all the family. As you explore the castle ruins you will discover activities and activities new and old....
Meadow Discovery Activity Trail
10:00 to 16:00
Childrens or Family Event in Swanage
The meadows are full of life at this time of year! Join us at Durlston as we enjoy the Summer! Head to the Castle reception and collect your activit... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
A Parliament Of Owls Art Display
10:00 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Make sure to visit Durlston Castle’s Belvedere for a display by traditional pencil artist and illustrator Katy Harrald. Katy, specialising in... Venue: Durlston Castles Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Waymarked Exhibition
10:30 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head down to Durlston’s Fine Foundation Gallery to explore the tracks and pathways of Purbeck with the artists and makers of the Boilerhouse G... Venue: Fine Foundation Gallery Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Treasures of the toolkit family quest
10:00 to 17:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Corfe Castle is undergoing a multi-million pound conservation project and we need your help. Join in with this family quest to become a castle conservator. Hunt the castle ruins to learn about the tools used to conserve a 1000 year old ruin. Complete your quest sheet to earn y...
Birdwatching for Complete Beginners
10:30 to 12:00
Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage
Join a Ranger for an hour and a half guided walk to learn some birdwatching tips! Why not also borrow a pair of our binoculars if you dont have... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
2nd
Mon
U3a Table Tennis
07:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Medieval Tile Workshop
10:00 to 12:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Join our friendly artisan volunteers as they demonstrate the medieval craft of tile making in our 15th style timber frame workshop....
Treasures of the toolkit family quest
10:00 to 17:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Corfe Castle is undergoing a multi-million pound conservation project and we need your help. Join in with this family quest to become a castle conservator. Hunt the castle ruins to learn about the tools used to conserve a 1000 year old ruin. Complete your quest sheet to earn y...
Meadow Discovery Activity Trail
10:00 to 16:00
Childrens or Family Event in Swanage
The meadows are full of life at this time of year! Join us at Durlston as we enjoy the Summer! Head to the Castle reception and collect your activit... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
A Parliament Of Owls Art Display
10:00 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Make sure to visit Durlston Castle’s Belvedere for a display by traditional pencil artist and illustrator Katy Harrald. Katy, specialising in... Venue: Durlston Castles Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Waymarked Exhibition
10:30 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head down to Durlston’s Fine Foundation Gallery to explore the tracks and pathways of Purbeck with the artists and makers of the Boilerhouse G... Venue: Fine Foundation Gallery Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Medieval Tile Making Workshop
11:00 to 14:00
Education in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Join our friendly artisan volunteers to make traditional medieval-style clay tiles in our traditional 15th century style tile workshop....
Cath Yoga
17:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Cath Yoga at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
3rd
Tue Cath Yoga
07:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Cath Yoga at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Osprey and Birds of Arne Guided Walk
10:30 to 12:30
Animals and Conservation in Wareham
Join us at Arne for our guided osprey and heathland wildlife walk. With stunning views, its the perfect location to spot migrating Osprey fishing and soaring through the air. Well also be on the look out for heathland birds and other wildlife as well. After youre walk is complete its time to relax ...
Making Memories Dementia Friendly Cafe
10:00 to 12:00
Community in Swanage
Meet at the Show Bar in the Mowlem Theatre, Shore Road, Swanage from 10am to 12 noon on the first and third Tuesday in the month. Meeting fiends socially over a cup of tea or coffee and homemade cake with occasional entertainment. A stimulating way to share memories and experiences with other peo...
Meadow Discovery Activity Trail
10:00 to 16:00
Childrens or Family Event in Swanage
The meadows are full of life at this time of year! Join us at Durlston as we enjoy the Summer! Head to the Castle reception and collect your activit... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
A Parliament Of Owls Art Display
10:00 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Make sure to visit Durlston Castle’s Belvedere for a display by traditional pencil artist and illustrator Katy Harrald. Katy, specialising in... Venue: Durlston Castles Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Waymarked Exhibition
10:30 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head down to Durlston’s Fine Foundation Gallery to explore the tracks and pathways of Purbeck with the artists and makers of the Boilerhouse G... Venue: Fine Foundation Gallery Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Treasures of the toolkit family quest
10:00 to 17:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Corfe Castle is undergoing a multi-million pound conservation project and we need your help. Join in with this family quest to become a castle conservator. Hunt the castle ruins to learn about the tools used to conserve a 1000 year old ruin. Complete your quest sheet to earn y...
Swanage Town Walks
14:00 to 15:30
History and Heritage in Swanage
The walks start outside the Swanage Museum in the Square at 2pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the season from Easter to the end of September. There is no need to purchase a ticket in advance, please just turn up on the day, however a voluntary contribution in cash at the end of the walk woul...
Evening Talk A Naturalists Purbeck by Bryan Edwards
19:30 to 21:00
Community in Swanage
Join us in the Learning Centre for an evening talk by naturalist and ecologist Bryan Edwards to learn about his career working for Dorset Environmen... Venue: Learning Centre Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
4th
Wed Hall Out Of Use For Maintenance
07:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Hall Out Of Use For Maintenance at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Treasures of the toolkit family quest
10:00 to 17:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Corfe Castle is undergoing a multi-million pound conservation project and we need your help. Join in with this family quest to become a castle conservator. Hunt the castle ruins to learn about the tools used to conserve a 1000 year old ruin. Complete your quest sheet to earn y...
Meadow Discovery Activity Trail
10:00 to 16:00
Childrens or Family Event in Swanage
The meadows are full of life at this time of year! Join us at Durlston as we enjoy the Summer! Head to the Castle reception and collect your activit... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
A Parliament Of Owls Art Display
10:00 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Make sure to visit Durlston Castle’s Belvedere for a display by traditional pencil artist and illustrator Katy Harrald. Katy, specialising in... Venue: Durlston Castles Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Waymarked Exhibition
10:30 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head down to Durlston’s Fine Foundation Gallery to explore the tracks and pathways of Purbeck with the artists and makers of the Boilerhouse G... Venue: Fine Foundation Gallery Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Men’s Wellbeing Walk At Arne
12:30 to 15:00
Animals and Conservation in Swanage
Join us at Arne for our men’s wellbeing walk. The stresses of life can take its toll on our mental health and wellbeing. This event starts at 12.30 for a soup lunch and a drink of your choice included in the ticket price. This is also a great opportunity to get to know each other before the walk co...
Choir Rehearsals
13:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Choir Rehearsals at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Martial Arts Training
17:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Martial Arts Training at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
5th
Thu Purbeck Patchwork Quilting
08:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Purbeck Patchwork Quilting at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Meadow Discovery Activity Trail
10:00 to 16:00
Childrens or Family Event in Swanage
The meadows are full of life at this time of year! Join us at Durlston as we enjoy the Summer! Head to the Castle reception and collect your activit... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
A Parliament Of Owls Art Display
10:00 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Make sure to visit Durlston Castle’s Belvedere for a display by traditional pencil artist and illustrator Katy Harrald. Katy, specialising in... Venue: Durlston Castles Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Waymarked Exhibition
10:30 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head down to Durlston’s Fine Foundation Gallery to explore the tracks and pathways of Purbeck with the artists and makers of the Boilerhouse G... Venue: Fine Foundation Gallery Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Treasures of the toolkit family quest
10:00 to 17:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Corfe Castle is undergoing a multi-million pound conservation project and we need your help. Join in with this family quest to become a castle conservator. Hunt the castle ruins to learn about the tools used to conserve a 1000 year old ruin. Complete your quest sheet to earn y...
Pleasure Grounds Guided Walk
11:00 to 12:30
Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage
Join us for an hour and a half guided walk around Durlston Country Park to explore the history of the park, its wildlife, the history of the Durlsto... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Singing for Pleasure
14:00 to 15:00
Music in Swanage
Every Thursday 2pm to 3pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Supported by Dementia Friendly Purbeck We encourage people with dementia and their carers to come along. Followed by light refreshments All Welcome ...
Swanage Town Walks
14:00 to 15:30
History and Heritage in Swanage
The walks start outside the Swanage Museum in the Square at 2pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the season from Easter to the end of September. There is no need to purchase a ticket in advance, please just turn up on the day, however a voluntary contribution in cash at the end of the walk woul...
Cath Yoga
17:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Cath Yoga at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
6th
FriSwanage Folk Festival
06/09/2024 to 08/09/2024
Festival
Every year for the weekend on the second Friday after the August Bank Holiday Monday Swanage comes alive with hundreds of Morris dancers in their bright costumes and jingling bells, and folk music lovers. Folk music followers can flock to the join-in sessions, concerts and try something new at wor...
Treasures of the toolkit family quest
10:00 to 17:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Corfe Castle is undergoing a multi-million pound conservation project and we need your help. Join in with this family quest to become a castle conservator. Hunt the castle ruins to learn about the tools used to conserve a 1000 year old ruin. Complete your quest sheet to earn y...
Waymarked Exhibition
10:30 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head down to Durlston’s Fine Foundation Gallery to explore the tracks and pathways of Purbeck with the artists and makers of the Boilerhouse G... Venue: Fine Foundation Gallery Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Artisan Crafts
11:00 to 14:00
Exhibitions, Shows in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Find our friendly artisan volunteers in the Outer Bailey every Friday displaying heritage crafts such as stone carving, wood carving, wattle and daubing, and more! *Displays dependent on volunteer availability...
7th
SatSwanage Folk Festival
06/09/2024 to 08/09/2024
Festival
Every year for the weekend on the second Friday after the August Bank Holiday Monday Swanage comes alive with hundreds of Morris dancers in their bright costumes and jingling bells, and folk music lovers. Folk music followers can flock to the join-in sessions, concerts and try something new at wor...
Civil War Reenactment
10:00 to 16:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Step back in time with The English Civil War Society as they garrison the Castle and go about their daily life. Watch Lady Bankes dine with her friends as her cooks busy themselves preparing the food. On your visit you can train with the soldiers, see up close the costumes, ar...
Waymarked Exhibition
10:30 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head down to Durlston’s Fine Foundation Gallery to explore the tracks and pathways of Purbeck with the artists and makers of the Boilerhouse G... Venue: Fine Foundation Gallery Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Treasures of the toolkit family quest
10:00 to 17:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Corfe Castle is undergoing a multi-million pound conservation project and we need your help. Join in with this family quest to become a castle conservator. Hunt the castle ruins to learn about the tools used to conserve a 1000 year old ruin. Complete your quest sheet to earn y...
Stargazing
19:30 to 21:00
Hobbies in Swanage
Join us and the Wessex Astronomical Society at the Learning Centre for a chance to view Saturn and the Autumn constellations through the telescopes ... Venue: Learning Centre Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
8th
SunSwanage Folk Festival
06/09/2024 to 08/09/2024
Festival
Every year for the weekend on the second Friday after the August Bank Holiday Monday Swanage comes alive with hundreds of Morris dancers in their bright costumes and jingling bells, and folk music lovers. Folk music followers can flock to the join-in sessions, concerts and try something new at wor...
Treasures of the toolkit family quest
10:00 to 17:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Corfe Castle is undergoing a multi-million pound conservation project and we need your help. Join in with this family quest to become a castle conservator. Hunt the castle ruins to learn about the tools used to conserve a 1000 year old ruin. Complete your quest sheet to earn y...
Park to Pier Guided Walk
10:30 to 12:30
Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage
Join a Jurassic Coast Volunteer for a guided walk from Durlston Castle to Swanage Pier learning about wildlife, geology and history of Durlston Coun... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
All-Terrain Vehicle Nature Tour
10:00 to 11:30
Education in Studland
National Trust event. Let one of our team show you the nature and history of this special place, all from the comfort of one of our ATVs. You will be taken along a vast stretch of the beautiful Jurassic Coast and back in land around our sand dunes and heather trail. There will be stops where partici...
Waymarked Exhibition
10:30 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head down to Durlston’s Fine Foundation Gallery to explore the tracks and pathways of Purbeck with the artists and makers of the Boilerhouse G... Venue: Fine Foundation Gallery Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Civil War Reenactment
10:00 to 16:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Step back in time with The English Civil War Society as they garrison the Castle and go about their daily life. Watch Lady Bankes dine with her friends as her cooks busy themselves preparing the food. On your visit you can train with the soldiers, see up close the costumes, ar...
9th
MonPurbeck WALX festival
09/09/2024 to 16/09/2024
Festival
Join WALX Dorset for a week of walking in Dorset - come for a day, a few days, the whole week or just the weekend. A low cost pass will secure you booking rights to 3 walks a day. Walks include the Purbeck favourites plus iconic Dorset walks including:- Cerne Abbas Giant, Golden Cap, Colmers Hill a...
U3a Table Tennis
07:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Nature Tots
10:00 to 11:00
Childrens or Family Event in Studland
National Trust event. Bring your little ones to our parent and volunteer led toddler group. Our Nature Tots group is for children aged up to 5 years old and their parents/carers. Each week parents and carers help the Nature Tots volunteers to organise and run nature inspired activities and together ...
Waymarked Exhibition
10:30 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head down to Durlston’s Fine Foundation Gallery to explore the tracks and pathways of Purbeck with the artists and makers of the Boilerhouse G... Venue: Fine Foundation Gallery Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Medieval Tile Workshop
10:00 to 12:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Join our friendly artisan volunteers as they demonstrate the medieval craft of tile making in our 15th style timber frame workshop....
Medieval Tile Making Workshop
11:00 to 14:00
Education in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Join our friendly artisan volunteers to make traditional medieval-style clay tiles in our traditional 15th century style tile workshop....
Pins And Needles
12:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Cath Yoga
17:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Cath Yoga at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
10th
TuePurbeck WALX festival
09/09/2024 to 16/09/2024
Festival
Join WALX Dorset for a week of walking in Dorset - come for a day, a few days, the whole week or just the weekend. A low cost pass will secure you booking rights to 3 walks a day. Walks include the Purbeck favourites plus iconic Dorset walks including:- Cerne Abbas Giant, Golden Cap, Colmers Hill a...
Cath Yoga
07:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Cath Yoga at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Waymarked Exhibition
10:30 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head down to Durlston’s Fine Foundation Gallery to explore the tracks and pathways of Purbeck with the artists and makers of the Boilerhouse G... Venue: Fine Foundation Gallery Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Osprey and Birds of Arne Guided Walk
10:30 to 12:30
Animals and Conservation in Wareham
Join us at Arne for our guided osprey and heathland wildlife walk. With stunning views, its the perfect location to spot migrating Osprey fishing and soaring through the air. Well also be on the look out for heathland birds and other wildlife as well. After youre walk is complete its time to relax ...
Swanage Town Walks
14:00 to 15:30
History and Heritage in Swanage
The walks start outside the Swanage Museum in the Square at 2pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the season from Easter to the end of September. There is no need to purchase a ticket in advance, please just turn up on the day, however a voluntary contribution in cash at the end of the walk woul...
Movie Night
17:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Movie Night at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
11th
WedPurbeck WALX festival
09/09/2024 to 16/09/2024
Festival
Join WALX Dorset for a week of walking in Dorset - come for a day, a few days, the whole week or just the weekend. A low cost pass will secure you booking rights to 3 walks a day. Walks include the Purbeck favourites plus iconic Dorset walks including:- Cerne Abbas Giant, Golden Cap, Colmers Hill a...
Hall Out Of Use For Maintenance
07:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Hall Out Of Use For Maintenance at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Choir Rehearsals
13:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Choir Rehearsals at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Martial Arts Training
17:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Martial Arts Training at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
12th
ThuPurbeck WALX festival
09/09/2024 to 16/09/2024
Festival
Join WALX Dorset for a week of walking in Dorset - come for a day, a few days, the whole week or just the weekend. A low cost pass will secure you booking rights to 3 walks a day. Walks include the Purbeck favourites plus iconic Dorset walks including:- Cerne Abbas Giant, Golden Cap, Colmers Hill a...
Singing for Pleasure
14:00 to 15:00
Music in Swanage
Every Thursday 2pm to 3pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Supported by Dementia Friendly Purbeck We encourage people with dementia and their carers to come along. Followed by light refreshments All Welcome ...
Swanage Town Walks
14:00 to 15:30
History and Heritage in Swanage
The walks start outside the Swanage Museum in the Square at 2pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the season from Easter to the end of September. There is no need to purchase a ticket in advance, please just turn up on the day, however a voluntary contribution in cash at the end of the walk woul...
13th
FriPurbeck WALX festival
09/09/2024 to 16/09/2024
Festival
Join WALX Dorset for a week of walking in Dorset - come for a day, a few days, the whole week or just the weekend. A low cost pass will secure you booking rights to 3 walks a day. Walks include the Purbeck favourites plus iconic Dorset walks including:- Cerne Abbas Giant, Golden Cap, Colmers Hill a...
Nordic Walking Group Friday And Saturday
07:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Nordic Walking Group Friday And Saturday at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Artisan Crafts
11:00 to 14:00
Exhibitions, Shows in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Find our friendly artisan volunteers in the Outer Bailey every Friday displaying heritage crafts such as stone carving, wood carving, wattle and daubing, and more! *Displays dependent on volunteer availability...
14th
SatPurbeck WALX festival
09/09/2024 to 16/09/2024
Festival
Join WALX Dorset for a week of walking in Dorset - come for a day, a few days, the whole week or just the weekend. A low cost pass will secure you booking rights to 3 walks a day. Walks include the Purbeck favourites plus iconic Dorset walks including:- Cerne Abbas Giant, Golden Cap, Colmers Hill a...
Festival of Cultural Heritage
10:00 to 16:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. To celebrate National Heritage Open Days 2024, we are hosting the Corfe Castle Festival of Cultural Heritage, with free entry for all visitors. It is a space to celebrate and champion our local heritage. From artisan crafts to talks and demonstrations, learn about the rich and...
15th
SunPurbeck WALX festival
09/09/2024 to 16/09/2024
Festival
Join WALX Dorset for a week of walking in Dorset - come for a day, a few days, the whole week or just the weekend. A low cost pass will secure you booking rights to 3 walks a day. Walks include the Purbeck favourites plus iconic Dorset walks including:- Cerne Abbas Giant, Golden Cap, Colmers Hill a...
Festival of Cultural Heritage
10:00 to 16:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. To celebrate National Heritage Open Days 2024, we are hosting the Corfe Castle Festival of Cultural Heritage, with free entry for all visitors. It is a space to celebrate and champion our local heritage. From artisan crafts to talks and demonstrations, learn about the rich and...
16th
MonPurbeck WALX festival
09/09/2024 to 16/09/2024
Festival
Join WALX Dorset for a week of walking in Dorset - come for a day, a few days, the whole week or just the weekend. A low cost pass will secure you booking rights to 3 walks a day. Walks include the Purbeck favourites plus iconic Dorset walks including:- Cerne Abbas Giant, Golden Cap, Colmers Hill a...
U3a Table Tennis
07:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Nature Tots
10:00 to 11:00
Childrens or Family Event in Studland
National Trust event. Bring your little ones to our parent and volunteer led toddler group. Our Nature Tots group is for children aged up to 5 years old and their parents/carers. Each week parents and carers help the Nature Tots volunteers to organise and run nature inspired activities and together ...
Medieval Tile Workshop
10:00 to 12:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Join our friendly artisan volunteers as they demonstrate the medieval craft of tile making in our 15th style timber frame workshop....
Medieval Tile Making Workshop
11:00 to 14:00
Education in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Join our friendly artisan volunteers to make traditional medieval-style clay tiles in our traditional 15th century style tile workshop....
Pins And Needles
12:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
17th
Tue Osprey and Birds of Arne Guided Walk
10:30 to 12:30
Animals and Conservation in Wareham
Join us at Arne for our guided osprey and heathland wildlife walk. With stunning views, its the perfect location to spot migrating Osprey fishing and soaring through the air. Well also be on the look out for heathland birds and other wildlife as well. After youre walk is complete its time to relax ...
Making Memories Dementia Friendly Cafe
10:00 to 12:00
Community in Swanage
Meet at the Show Bar in the Mowlem Theatre, Shore Road, Swanage from 10am to 12 noon on the first and third Tuesday in the month. Meeting fiends socially over a cup of tea or coffee and homemade cake with occasional entertainment. A stimulating way to share memories and experiences with other peo...
Swanage Town Walks
14:00 to 15:30
History and Heritage in Swanage
The walks start outside the Swanage Museum in the Square at 2pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the season from Easter to the end of September. There is no need to purchase a ticket in advance, please just turn up on the day, however a voluntary contribution in cash at the end of the walk woul...
18th
Wed U3a Science Technology
07:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Science Technology at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
U3a French
07:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a French at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
A Hikers View Photography Display
10:00 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head to the Castles Belvedere room for a display of landscape photography from around the world by Ben Delahay. Ben Delahay is a Landscape ph... Venue: Durlston Castles Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Choir Rehearsals
13:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Choir Rehearsals at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Martial Arts Training
17:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Martial Arts Training at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
19th
Thu Purbeck Patchwork Quilting
08:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Purbeck Patchwork Quilting at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
A Hikers View Photography Display
10:00 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head to the Castles Belvedere room for a display of landscape photography from around the world by Ben Delahay. Ben Delahay is a Landscape ph... Venue: Durlston Castles Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Swanage Town Walks
14:00 to 15:30
History and Heritage in Swanage
The walks start outside the Swanage Museum in the Square at 2pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the season from Easter to the end of September. There is no need to purchase a ticket in advance, please just turn up on the day, however a voluntary contribution in cash at the end of the walk woul...
Singing for Pleasure
14:00 to 15:00
Music in Swanage
Every Thursday 2pm to 3pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Supported by Dementia Friendly Purbeck We encourage people with dementia and their carers to come along. Followed by light refreshments All Welcome ...
20th
Fri A Hikers View Photography Display
10:00 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head to the Castles Belvedere room for a display of landscape photography from around the world by Ben Delahay. Ben Delahay is a Landscape ph... Venue: Durlston Castles Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Artisan Crafts
11:00 to 14:00
Exhibitions, Shows in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Find our friendly artisan volunteers in the Outer Bailey every Friday displaying heritage crafts such as stone carving, wood carving, wattle and daubing, and more! *Displays dependent on volunteer availability...
21st
Sat A Hikers View Photography Display
10:00 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head to the Castles Belvedere room for a display of landscape photography from around the world by Ben Delahay. Ben Delahay is a Landscape ph... Venue: Durlston Castles Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Meet a Moth
11:00 to 11:30
Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage
Join one of our Durlston volunteers to open up last nights moth traps. Durlston is a superb place to discover these mysterious and beautiful ... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
22nd
Sun A Hikers View Photography Display
10:00 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head to the Castles Belvedere room for a display of landscape photography from around the world by Ben Delahay. Ben Delahay is a Landscape ph... Venue: Durlston Castles Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Glass Engraving Workshop
11:00 to 12:30
Art and Museums in Swanage
Join Rob Page from the South West Guild of Glass Engravers for a brilliant workshop demonstrating and teaching the art of Glass Engraving. No experi... Venue: Learning Centre Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
23rd
Mon U3a Table Tennis
07:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
A Hikers View Photography Display
10:00 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head to the Castles Belvedere room for a display of landscape photography from around the world by Ben Delahay. Ben Delahay is a Landscape ph... Venue: Durlston Castles Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Medieval Tile Workshop
10:00 to 12:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Join our friendly artisan volunteers as they demonstrate the medieval craft of tile making in our 15th style timber frame workshop....
Nature Tots
10:00 to 11:00
Childrens or Family Event in Studland
National Trust event. Bring your little ones to our parent and volunteer led toddler group. Our Nature Tots group is for children aged up to 5 years old and their parents/carers. Each week parents and carers help the Nature Tots volunteers to organise and run nature inspired activities and together ...
Medieval Tile Making Workshop
11:00 to 14:00
Education in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Join our friendly artisan volunteers to make traditional medieval-style clay tiles in our traditional 15th century style tile workshop....
Pins And Needles
12:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
24th
Tue Osprey and Birds of Arne Guided Walk
10:30 to 12:30
Animals and Conservation in Wareham
Join us at Arne for our guided osprey and heathland wildlife walk. With stunning views, its the perfect location to spot migrating Osprey fishing and soaring through the air. Well also be on the look out for heathland birds and other wildlife as well. After youre walk is complete its time to relax ...
A Hikers View Photography Display
10:00 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head to the Castles Belvedere room for a display of landscape photography from around the world by Ben Delahay. Ben Delahay is a Landscape ph... Venue: Durlston Castles Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Swanage Town Walks
14:00 to 15:30
History and Heritage in Swanage
The walks start outside the Swanage Museum in the Square at 2pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the season from Easter to the end of September. There is no need to purchase a ticket in advance, please just turn up on the day, however a voluntary contribution in cash at the end of the walk woul...
25th
Wed Hall Out Of Use For Maintenance
07:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Hall Out Of Use For Maintenance at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
U3a French
07:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a French at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
A Hikers View Photography Display
10:00 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head to the Castles Belvedere room for a display of landscape photography from around the world by Ben Delahay. Ben Delahay is a Landscape ph... Venue: Durlston Castles Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Choir Rehearsals
13:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Choir Rehearsals at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Martial Arts Training
17:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Martial Arts Training at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
26th
Thu U3a Meeting Point
07:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Meeting Point at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
History Walks at Arne
10:00 to 12:00
Animals and Conservation in Wareham
If you like history then why not join us at Arne for one of our fantastic history walks. With history spanning from the bronze age all the way up to ww2 there will be something for everyone. After your walk it’s time to relax in our café for cake and coffee included in the price of your ticket. Wal...
A Hikers View Photography Display
10:00 to 17:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Head to the Castles Belvedere room for a display of landscape photography from around the world by Ben Delahay. Ben Delahay is a Landscape ph... Venue: Durlston Castles Belvedere Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Drawing in Pencil, Pen, and Ink Workshop
11:00 to 13:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Join local artist Madelaine Devanay for a 2 hour workshop suitable for beginners and improvers. Learn new techniques or just master your skills! Mat... Venue: Learning Centre Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Singing for Pleasure
14:00 to 15:00
Music in Swanage
Every Thursday 2pm to 3pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Supported by Dementia Friendly Purbeck We encourage people with dementia and their carers to come along. Followed by light refreshments All Welcome ...
Swanage Town Walks
14:00 to 15:30
History and Heritage in Swanage
The walks start outside the Swanage Museum in the Square at 2pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the season from Easter to the end of September. There is no need to purchase a ticket in advance, please just turn up on the day, however a voluntary contribution in cash at the end of the walk woul...
27th
Fri Artisan Crafts
11:00 to 14:00
Exhibitions, Shows in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Find our friendly artisan volunteers in the Outer Bailey every Friday displaying heritage crafts such as stone carving, wood carving, wattle and daubing, and more! *Displays dependent on volunteer availability...
28th
Sat Robin Mackenzie Wood Engraving Workshop
10:30 to 16:00
Art and Museums in Swanage
Join artist and printmaker Robin Mackenzie to create a wood engraving. The event will take place at the Learning Centre. £85 per person. ... Venue: Learning Centre Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
Stargazing
19:00 to 20:30
Hobbies in Swanage
Join us and the Wessex Astronomical Society at the Learning Centre for a chance to view Saturn and the Autumn constellations through the telescopes ... Venue: Learning Centre Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
29th
Sun Layers in the Landscape Guided Walk
11:00 to 12:30
Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage
Join a Ranger to discover how geology, history and natural processes have created Durlstons unique landscape. £3.50 per person. No n... Venue: Castle Reception Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
30th
Mon U3a Table Tennis
07:30
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Medieval Tile Workshop
10:00 to 12:30
History and Heritage in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Join our friendly artisan volunteers as they demonstrate the medieval craft of tile making in our 15th style timber frame workshop....
Nature Tots
10:00 to 11:00
Childrens or Family Event in Studland
National Trust event. Bring your little ones to our parent and volunteer led toddler group. Our Nature Tots group is for children aged up to 5 years old and their parents/carers. Each week parents and carers help the Nature Tots volunteers to organise and run nature inspired activities and together ...
Medieval Tile Making Workshop
11:00 to 14:00
Education in Corfe Castle
National Trust event. Join our friendly artisan volunteers to make traditional medieval-style clay tiles in our traditional 15th century style tile workshop....
Pins And Needles
12:00
Community in Harmans Cross
Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
Festivals
Up and coming festivals in the Isle of Purbeck. See All Festivals
25th May 2024 to 9th June 2024
Purbeck Art Weeks Festival offers wonderful art, concerts and talks in venues across beautiful Purbeck. Enjoy exploring the array of Open Studios and the huge range of artistic riches, from painting, photography and sculpture to ceramics.
15th June 2024 to 16th June 2024
Join us for a celebration of all things ‘fishy’ as Swanage comes alive with a focus on delicious seafood and family activities.
18th July 2024 to 21st July 2024
Peace, love & harmony in the woods by the sea.
27th July 2024 to 3rd August 2024
The week long event begins on Saturday night with a large firework display followed by the procession of decorated floats and bands on Sunday afternoon.
6th September 2024 to 8th September 2024
Swanage comes alive with hundreds of Morris dancers in their bright costumes and jingling bells, and folk music lovers.
9th September 2024 to 16th September 2024
Nordic Walkers of all levels are invited to join the team at Nordic Walking UK for a week of Nordic walking, workshops and social events in the stunning Isle of Purbeck in Dorset
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