Events in Swanage

Whats On in February 2025 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 (1), Art and Museums (1), Childrens or Family Event (4), Community (21), Education (2), Exhibitions and Shows (3), Fetes and Festivals (2), History and Heritage (3), Hobbies (2), Music (1), Sport and Exercise, Walks (3), .

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February 2025

Sat

1st

parkrun at Durlston

09:00 to 10:30 every Saturday

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – its up to you! Its free to enter but you need to register through www.parkrun.org.uk ...

Quiet Morning at The Tank Museum

09:00 to 11:00

History and Heritage in Wool

Join us for a quiet morning aimed at anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to The Tank Museum.From 9am-11am all sounds, and interactives will be turned off to reduce sensory input.This session is primarily for, but not limited to, families of children with autism; young people and adults with ...

Durlston Past Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to explore the 20th Century history of Durlston and the Durlston Pleasure Grounds. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Kings view experience

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

For the first time since 1646, you can ascend the Kings Tower at Corfe Castle to experience rare historical features and panoramic views - once only reserved for royalty. This is a chargeable event for both members and non members - usual admission fees apply. Kings view experience takes place on...

Sun

2nd

Durlston Past Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to explore the 20th Century history of Durlston and the Durlston Pleasure Grounds. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Kings view experience

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

For the first time since 1646, you can ascend the Kings Tower at Corfe Castle to experience rare historical features and panoramic views - once only reserved for royalty. This is a chargeable event for both members and non members - usual admission fees apply. Kings view experience takes place on...

Mon

3rd

U3a Table Tennis

08:30 every Monday

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 ...

Durlston Past Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to explore the 20th Century history of Durlston and the Durlston Pleasure Grounds. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Nature Tots

10:00 to 11:30 every Monday

Childrens or Family Event in Studland

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 we experience and lea...

Pins And Needles

13:00 every Monday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall.  Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall ...

Cuppa and a Chat

14:00 to 16:00 every Monday

Community in Swanage

Drop in to the Durlston shed, get to know some of our volunteers, make friends and enjoy the lovely setting. Free to pop in for a brew! Venue: The Durlston Shed Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Tue

4th

Durlston Past Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to explore the 20th Century history of Durlston and the Durlston Pleasure Grounds. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Wed

5th

U3a French

08:30 every Wednesday

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 ...

Kings view experience

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

For the first time since 1646, you can ascend the Kings Tower at Corfe Castle to experience rare historical features and panoramic views - once only reserved for royalty. This is a chargeable event for both members and non members - usual admission fees apply. Kings view experience takes place on...

Drum Practice P.L

18:00 to 22:00 every Wednesday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Drum Practice P.L at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall ...

Thu

6th

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Singing for Pleasure

14:00 to 15:00 every Thursday

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 ...

Fri

7th

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Sat

8th

parkrun at Durlston

09:00 to 10:30 every Saturday

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – its up to you! Its free to enter but you need to register through www.parkrun.org.uk ...

South West Model Show Spring

09:30 to 17:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Bovington

The biggest Model Show of the South West will be returning to The Tank Museum from the 8 – 9 February 2025!Traders, exhibitors and modelling demonstrations alongside the real thing. A huge collection of model tanks, plus planes, ships and trains – all types and sizes will be available to see, make ...

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Kings view experience

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

For the first time since 1646, you can ascend the Kings Tower at Corfe Castle to experience rare historical features and panoramic views - once only reserved for royalty. This is a chargeable event for both members and non members - usual admission fees apply. Kings view experience takes place on...

Sun

9th

South West Model Show Spring

09:30 to 17:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Bovington

The biggest Model Show of the South West will be returning to The Tank Museum from the 8 – 9 February 2025!Traders, exhibitors and modelling demonstrations alongside the real thing. A huge collection of model tanks, plus planes, ships and trains – all types and sizes will be available to see, make ...

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Kings view experience

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

For the first time since 1646, you can ascend the Kings Tower at Corfe Castle to experience rare historical features and panoramic views - once only reserved for royalty. This is a chargeable event for both members and non members - usual admission fees apply. Kings view experience takes place on...

Mon

10th

U3a Table Tennis

08:30 every Monday

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 ...

Nature Tots

10:00 to 11:30 every Monday

Childrens or Family Event in Studland

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 we experience and lea...

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Pins And Needles

13:00 every Monday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall.  Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall ...

Cuppa and a Chat

14:00 to 16:00 every Monday

Community in Swanage

Drop in to the Durlston shed, get to know some of our volunteers, make friends and enjoy the lovely setting. Free to pop in for a brew! Venue: The Durlston Shed Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Tue

11th

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Battle Over Britain

18:30

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Battle Over Britain at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall ...

Wed

12th

U3a French

08:30 every Wednesday

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 ...

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Kings view experience

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

For the first time since 1646, you can ascend the Kings Tower at Corfe Castle to experience rare historical features and panoramic views - once only reserved for royalty. This is a chargeable event for both members and non members - usual admission fees apply. Kings view experience takes place on...

Drum Practice P.L

18:00 to 22:00 every Wednesday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Drum Practice P.L at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall ...

Thu

13th

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Singing for Pleasure

14:00 to 15:00 every Thursday

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 ...

Fri

14th

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Sat

15th

parkrun at Durlston

09:00 to 10:30 every Saturday

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – its up to you! Its free to enter but you need to register through www.parkrun.org.uk ...

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Kings view experience

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

For the first time since 1646, you can ascend the Kings Tower at Corfe Castle to experience rare historical features and panoramic views - once only reserved for royalty. This is a chargeable event for both members and non members - usual admission fees apply. Kings view experience takes place on...

February Half Term Fun at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

Get involved this February with a new family quest and the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. Bring your own teddy or borrow a furry Corfe Castle veteran and get involved with the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. As your teddy zooms down the zip wire can they h...

February Half Term: Camouflage in Combat

10:00 to 17:00

Childrens or Family Event in Bovington

This February Half Term, we’re exploring Camouflage in Combat. Enjoy family activities investigating how tanks kept themselves hidden on the battlefield, from WWI to the present day.Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dors...

Sun

16th

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

February Half Term Fun at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

Get involved this February with a new family quest and the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. Bring your own teddy or borrow a furry Corfe Castle veteran and get involved with the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. As your teddy zooms down the zip wire can they h...

February Half Term: Camouflage in Combat

10:00 to 17:00

Childrens or Family Event in Bovington

This February Half Term, we’re exploring Camouflage in Combat. Enjoy family activities investigating how tanks kept themselves hidden on the battlefield, from WWI to the present day.Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dors...

Kings view experience

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

For the first time since 1646, you can ascend the Kings Tower at Corfe Castle to experience rare historical features and panoramic views - once only reserved for royalty. This is a chargeable event for both members and non members - usual admission fees apply. Kings view experience takes place on...

Mon

17th

U3a Table Tennis

08:30 every Monday

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 ...

Nature Tots

10:00 to 11:30 every Monday

Childrens or Family Event in Studland

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 we experience and lea...

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

February Half Term Fun at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

Get involved this February with a new family quest and the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. Bring your own teddy or borrow a furry Corfe Castle veteran and get involved with the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. As your teddy zooms down the zip wire can they h...

February Half Term: Camouflage in Combat

10:00 to 17:00

Childrens or Family Event in Bovington

This February Half Term, we’re exploring Camouflage in Combat. Enjoy family activities investigating how tanks kept themselves hidden on the battlefield, from WWI to the present day.Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dors...

Pins And Needles

13:00 every Monday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall.  Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall ...

Cuppa and a Chat

14:00 to 16:00 every Monday

Community in Swanage

Drop in to the Durlston shed, get to know some of our volunteers, make friends and enjoy the lovely setting. Free to pop in for a brew! Venue: The Durlston Shed Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Tue

18th

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

February Half Term Fun at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

Get involved this February with a new family quest and the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. Bring your own teddy or borrow a furry Corfe Castle veteran and get involved with the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. As your teddy zooms down the zip wire can they h...

February Half Term: Camouflage in Combat

10:00 to 17:00

Childrens or Family Event in Bovington

This February Half Term, we’re exploring Camouflage in Combat. Enjoy family activities investigating how tanks kept themselves hidden on the battlefield, from WWI to the present day.Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dors...

Wed

19th

U3a French

08:30 every Wednesday

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 ...

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

February Half Term Fun at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

Get involved this February with a new family quest and the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. Bring your own teddy or borrow a furry Corfe Castle veteran and get involved with the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. As your teddy zooms down the zip wire can they h...

February Half Term: Camouflage in Combat

10:00 to 17:00

Childrens or Family Event in Bovington

This February Half Term, we’re exploring Camouflage in Combat. Enjoy family activities investigating how tanks kept themselves hidden on the battlefield, from WWI to the present day.Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dors...

Kings view experience

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

For the first time since 1646, you can ascend the Kings Tower at Corfe Castle to experience rare historical features and panoramic views - once only reserved for royalty. This is a chargeable event for both members and non members - usual admission fees apply. Kings view experience takes place on...

Wild Wednesdays

11:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Swanage

Drop in at the Learning Centre from 11am - 3pm to have a go at painting, crafts and activities . Wild Wednesdays runs every Wednesday of the schoo... Venue: Learning Centre Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Drum Practice P.L

18:00 to 22:00 every Wednesday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Drum Practice P.L at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall ...

Thu

20th

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

February Half Term Fun at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

Get involved this February with a new family quest and the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. Bring your own teddy or borrow a furry Corfe Castle veteran and get involved with the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. As your teddy zooms down the zip wire can they h...

February Half Term: Camouflage in Combat

10:00 to 17:00

Childrens or Family Event in Bovington

This February Half Term, we’re exploring Camouflage in Combat. Enjoy family activities investigating how tanks kept themselves hidden on the battlefield, from WWI to the present day.Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dors...

Singing for Pleasure

14:00 to 15:00 every Thursday

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 ...

Fri

21st

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

February Half Term Fun at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

Get involved this February with a new family quest and the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. Bring your own teddy or borrow a furry Corfe Castle veteran and get involved with the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. As your teddy zooms down the zip wire can they h...

February Half Term: Camouflage in Combat

10:00 to 17:00

Childrens or Family Event in Bovington

This February Half Term, we’re exploring Camouflage in Combat. Enjoy family activities investigating how tanks kept themselves hidden on the battlefield, from WWI to the present day.Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dors...

Sat

22nd

parkrun at Durlston

09:00 to 10:30 every Saturday

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Swanage

Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – its up to you! Its free to enter but you need to register through www.parkrun.org.uk ...

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

February Half Term Fun at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

Get involved this February with a new family quest and the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. Bring your own teddy or borrow a furry Corfe Castle veteran and get involved with the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. As your teddy zooms down the zip wire can they h...

February Half Term: Camouflage in Combat

10:00 to 17:00

Childrens or Family Event in Bovington

This February Half Term, we’re exploring Camouflage in Combat. Enjoy family activities investigating how tanks kept themselves hidden on the battlefield, from WWI to the present day.Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dors...

Kings view experience

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

For the first time since 1646, you can ascend the Kings Tower at Corfe Castle to experience rare historical features and panoramic views - once only reserved for royalty. This is a chargeable event for both members and non members - usual admission fees apply. Kings view experience takes place on...

Sun

23rd

Trust10

08:50 to 11:00

Sport and Exercise, Walks in Studland

Trust10 running is about enjoying the landscapes and nature surrounding you rather than a competitive event supported by timing systems. Therefore, if timing is important to you, we recommend that you bring your own device to record your run. Our Trust10 10k trail run is a challenging multi terrain...

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

February Half Term Fun at Corfe Castle

10:00 to 15:00

Childrens or Family Event in Corfe Castle

Get involved this February with a new family quest and the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. Bring your own teddy or borrow a furry Corfe Castle veteran and get involved with the return of the family favourite teddy bear zip wire. As your teddy zooms down the zip wire can they h...

February Half Term: Camouflage in Combat

10:00 to 17:00

Childrens or Family Event in Bovington

This February Half Term, we’re exploring Camouflage in Combat. Enjoy family activities investigating how tanks kept themselves hidden on the battlefield, from WWI to the present day.Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dors...

Kings view experience

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

For the first time since 1646, you can ascend the Kings Tower at Corfe Castle to experience rare historical features and panoramic views - once only reserved for royalty. This is a chargeable event for both members and non members - usual admission fees apply. Kings view experience takes place on...

Mon

24th

U3a Table Tennis

08:30 every Monday

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 ...

Nature Tots

10:00 to 11:30 every Monday

Childrens or Family Event in Studland

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 we experience and lea...

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Pins And Needles

13:00 every Monday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall.  Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall ...

Cuppa and a Chat

14:00 to 16:00 every Monday

Community in Swanage

Drop in to the Durlston shed, get to know some of our volunteers, make friends and enjoy the lovely setting. Free to pop in for a brew! Venue: The Durlston Shed Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...

Tue

25th

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Wed

26th

U3a French

08:30 every Wednesday

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 ...

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Kings view experience

10:00 to 15:30

History and Heritage in Corfe Castle

For the first time since 1646, you can ascend the Kings Tower at Corfe Castle to experience rare historical features and panoramic views - once only reserved for royalty. This is a chargeable event for both members and non members - usual admission fees apply. Kings view experience takes place on...

Drum Practice P.L

18:00 to 22:00 every Wednesday

Community in Harmans Cross

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Drum Practice P.L at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall ...

Thu

27th

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...

Singing for Pleasure

14:00 to 15:00 every Thursday

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 ...

Fri

28th

Durlston and the Sea Exhibition

10:00 to 16:00

Exhibitions and Shows in Swanage

Head down to the Fine Foundation Gallery to find out more about the wildlife and history beneath the waves. Open daily. Free entry. ...


Festivals

Up and coming festivals in the Isle of Purbeck. See All Festivals

details for Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

24th May 2025 to 8th June 2025

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.

details for Swanage Jazz Festival

Swanage Jazz Festival

11th July 2025 to 13th July 2025

Swanage Jazz Festival 2024

details for Wilkswood Reggae Festival

Wilkswood Reggae Festival

24th July 2025 to 27th July 2025

Peace, love & harmony in the woods by the sea.

details for Swanage Carnival Week

Swanage Carnival Week

26th July 2025 to 2nd August 2025

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.

details for Purbeck Valley Folk Festival

Purbeck Valley Folk Festival

14th August 2025 to 17th August 2025

The annual Purbeck Valley Folk Festival

details for Swanage Fish Festival

Swanage Fish Festival

21st August 2025 to 22nd August 2025

Join us for a celebration of all things ‘fishy’ as Swanage comes alive with a focus on delicious seafood and family activities.

details for Swanage Folk Festival

Swanage Folk Festival

5th September 2025 to 7th September 2025

Swanage comes alive with hundreds of Morris dancers in their bright costumes and jingling bells, and folk music lovers.

details for Purbeck WALX festival

Purbeck WALX festival

15th September 2025 to 21st September 2025

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

details for Swanage Blues Festival

Swanage Blues Festival

3rd October 2025 to 5th October 2025

Swanage Blues Festivals take place in October each year

details for Purbeck Film Festival

Purbeck Film Festival

17th October 2025 to 2nd November 2025

Films shown in and around the Isle of Purbeck

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