Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

BCP Evensong

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

A ladies social group with coffee, cake and more. Meets on  the first Monday of[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]

Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Okeford Fitzpaine’s Parish Council meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month throughout the year[...]

Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

A quick stop and display for a group of Vintage MG’s – who will display their beautiful cars in our paddock before driving on. Some of them will have travelled all the way from Europe to visit the sites of the UK.

Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]

Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]

Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]

Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Keep fit classes designed to suit all ages and abilities, with plenty of flexibility built in, so no one feels out of place or outpaced. Whether you’re looking to improve fitness, mobility, balance or just enjoy moving a bit more, the sessions are welcoming and straightforward.

Yoga classes designed to suit all ages and abilities, with plenty of flexibility built in, so no one feels out of place or outpaced. Whether you’re looking to improve fitness, mobility, balance or just enjoy moving a bit more, the sessions are welcoming and straightforward.

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]

Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Join us for a guided walk around Bere Marsh Farm, led by Hannah Bosence, a member of our volunteer team, or a guest leader. Learn how we manage meadows, river and floodplain habitats, and how agroecological farming practices support wildlife and benefit the local area.

Friday nights at Lore of the Sky are all about slowing down and settling in. As the week winds down, we turn up the vibe with live music that sets the perfect tone … laid-back, soulful, and just the right volume to let conversation flow.

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]

For experienced ‘creatives’ or those at the beginning of their creative journey, these informal sessions let you explore your writing, drawing and thinking skills, and help you form a picture of the wildlife and flowers here, and what we (and you) are doing to support the work of the Countryside Regeneration Trust. Led by Farm estate and community officer Charlotte, each week starts a new theme, and sometimes, we will use real-world information from the wildlife and wildflower surveys undertaken each week by our team of volunteers. No need to book, just turn up on the day.

This show by Dr Mark Baldwin is one of the Second World War’s most fascinating stories is that of the Allied Codebreakers, who deciphered a vast number of German secret messages and used the intelligence so gained to hasten Allied victory. The Germans had entrusted their secret communications to an ingenious ciphering machine the Enigma, which was portable, easily operated, and could be set up in millions of ways.

Compton Abbas Airfield are delighted to be the host site of a fun and informal monthly car meet, for local and like-minded classic car owners.

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Holy Communion

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Fippenny Garden Club welcomes new members and visitors and has a wide range of speakers of interest to anyone who loves gardens, plants, wildlife and the countryside. We have speakers this year on a wide range of topics.

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]

Two down-on-their-luck musicians (Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson) form a joyous Neil Diamond tribute band, proving it’s never too late to find love and follow your dreams. But what is apparently a fairly standard rags-to-riches story is ruptured by a tragic twist of fate. Based on a true story.

Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

A lunch stop for a group of Austin Healey’s – who will display their beautiful cars in our paddock before driving on. Please note that this is not a formal display – just a relaxed lunch stop for ‘New Forest Centre’ of the Austin Healey Club.

Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]

Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]

Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]

Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Keep fit classes designed to suit all ages and abilities, with plenty of flexibility built in, so no one feels out of place or outpaced. Whether you’re looking to improve fitness, mobility, balance or just enjoy moving a bit more, the sessions are welcoming and straightforward.

Yoga classes designed to suit all ages and abilities, with plenty of flexibility built in, so no one feels out of place or outpaced. Whether you’re looking to improve fitness, mobility, balance or just enjoy moving a bit more, the sessions are welcoming and straightforward.

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]

Pegeen Flaherty’s life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he’s killed his father. Instead of being shunned, the killer becomes a local hero and begins to win hearts, that is until a second man unexpectedly arrives on the scene…

The Roses is a 2025 satirical black comedy film directed by Jay Roach from a screenplay by Tony McNamara. It is based on the 1981 novel The War of the Roses by Warren Adler, and a reimagining of its self-titled 1989 film.

Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Join us for a guided walk around Bere Marsh Farm, led by Hannah Bosence, a member of our volunteer team, or a guest leader. Learn how we manage meadows, river and floodplain habitats, and how agroecological farming practices support wildlife and benefit the local area.

Friday nights at Lore of the Sky are all about slowing down and settling in. As the week winds down, we turn up the vibe with live music that sets the perfect tone … laid-back, soulful, and just the right volume to let conversation flow.

Fippenny Garden Club welcomes new members and visitors and has a wide range of speakers of interest to anyone who loves gardens, plants, wildlife and the countryside. We have speakers this year on a wide range of topics.

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]

Sturminster Newton Orchestra was formed in 1990 by a group of friends wanting to create[...]

For experienced ‘creatives’ or those at the beginning of their creative journey, these informal sessions let you explore your writing, drawing and thinking skills, and help you form a picture of the wildlife and flowers here, and what we (and you) are doing to support the work of the Countryside Regeneration Trust. Led by Farm estate and community officer Charlotte, each week starts a new theme, and sometimes, we will use real-world information from the wildlife and wildflower surveys undertaken each week by our team of volunteers. No need to book, just turn up on the day.

Step into a world where music breathes again — raw, real, and deeply moving. UNPLUG’D is a stunning live production that celebrates the golden era of MTV Unplugged, capturing the heart and honesty of stripped-back performance. Rediscover the beauty of live music — unfiltered, unforgettable, and completely UNPLUG’D

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Sung Eucharist

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Please note - membership required. We are not allowed to advertise the films other than[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]

Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]

Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]

Join us to watch a casual Sunday morning car meet at Compton Abbas Airfield. A warm welcome is extended to all Supercar owners and enthusiasts to attend this event hosted by the team at South Coast Supercar Club.

Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]

Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Keep fit classes designed to suit all ages and abilities, with plenty of flexibility built in, so no one feels out of place or outpaced. Whether you’re looking to improve fitness, mobility, balance or just enjoy moving a bit more, the sessions are welcoming and straightforward.

Yoga classes designed to suit all ages and abilities, with plenty of flexibility built in, so no one feels out of place or outpaced. Whether you’re looking to improve fitness, mobility, balance or just enjoy moving a bit more, the sessions are welcoming and straightforward.

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors, between May and September 2026! These visits present an amazing opportunity to experience a flight in one of these iconic aircraft – for more information click here. Alternatively, contact Aero Legends Ltd. on 01622 812830 or via info@aerolegends.co.uk.

A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]

SNADS present two striking and uncompromising works by Claire Dowie that come together in a bold, immersive double bill that is as provocative as it is deeply human.

Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors, between May and September 2026! These visits present an amazing opportunity to experience a flight in one of these iconic aircraft – for more information click here. Alternatively, contact Aero Legends Ltd. on 01622 812830 or via info@aerolegends.co.uk.

Join us for a guided walk around Bere Marsh Farm, led by Hannah Bosence, a member of our volunteer team, or a guest leader. Learn how we manage meadows, river and floodplain habitats, and how agroecological farming practices support wildlife and benefit the local area.

SNADS present two striking and uncompromising works by Claire Dowie that come together in a bold, immersive double bill that is as provocative as it is deeply human.

Friday nights at Lore of the Sky are all about slowing down and settling in. As the week winds down, we turn up the vibe with live music that sets the perfect tone … laid-back, soulful, and just the right volume to let conversation flow.

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors, between May and September 2026! These visits present an amazing opportunity to experience a flight in one of these iconic aircraft – for more information click here. Alternatively, contact Aero Legends Ltd. on 01622 812830 or via info@aerolegends.co.uk.

Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]

For experienced ‘creatives’ or those at the beginning of their creative journey, these informal sessions let you explore your writing, drawing and thinking skills, and help you form a picture of the wildlife and flowers here, and what we (and you) are doing to support the work of the Countryside Regeneration Trust. Led by Farm estate and community officer Charlotte, each week starts a new theme, and sometimes, we will use real-world information from the wildlife and wildflower surveys undertaken each week by our team of volunteers. No need to book, just turn up on the day.

Join us to watch a casual Saturday sunset car meet at Compton Abbas Airfield. A warm welcome is extended to all McLaren owners and enthusiasts to attend this event hosted by the team at McLaren Owners Club.

Featuring over 100 singers from one of the area’s fastest-growing independent choirs, the performance will also proudly include the brand new Sturminster Newton ROKiT Choir group—making this a truly special local celebration of music and community.Audiences can look forward to a fantastic selection of songs from some of the most loved musicals around. From the powerful drama of Les Miserable to the feel-good anthems of We Will Rock You, alongside hits from Rock of Ages, Ghost and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

An outdoor theatre experience inspired by the Chaucer's Wife of Bath and presented by regular visitors to Child Okeford - The Rude Mechanical Theatre Company.

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors, between May and September 2026! These visits present an amazing opportunity to experience a flight in one of these iconic aircraft – for more information click here. Alternatively, contact Aero Legends Ltd. on 01622 812830 or via info@aerolegends.co.uk.

Holy Communion

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]

Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Join our hands-on workshop to grow mushrooms on a wooden log

Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

A summer workshop for children.

Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]

Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]

Join us to watch a casual Sunday morning car meet at Compton Abbas Airfield. A warm welcome is extended to all Supercar owners and enthusiasts to attend this event hosted by the team at South Coast Supercar Club.

Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]

Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Keep fit classes designed to suit all ages and abilities, with plenty of flexibility built in, so no one feels out of place or outpaced. Whether you’re looking to improve fitness, mobility, balance or just enjoy moving a bit more, the sessions are welcoming and straightforward.

Yoga classes designed to suit all ages and abilities, with plenty of flexibility built in, so no one feels out of place or outpaced. Whether you’re looking to improve fitness, mobility, balance or just enjoy moving a bit more, the sessions are welcoming and straightforward.

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors, between May and September 2026! These visits present an amazing opportunity to experience a flight in one of these iconic aircraft – for more information click here. Alternatively, contact Aero Legends Ltd. on 01622 812830 or via info@aerolegends.co.uk.

A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]

Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

H is for Hawk follows Helen who, after the sudden death of her father loses herself in the memories of their time birding and exploring the natural world together and turns the ancient art of falconry-rooted in European tradition-training a wild goshawk named Mabel to navigate her profound loss. But as she teaches Mabel to hunt and fly free, Helen discovers how deeply she has neglected her own emotions and life. What begins as an act of endurance transforms into an intimate journey of resilience and healing.

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors, between May and September 2026! These visits present an amazing opportunity to experience a flight in one of these iconic aircraft – for more information click here. Alternatively, contact Aero Legends Ltd. on 01622 812830 or via info@aerolegends.co.uk.

Join us for a guided walk around Bere Marsh Farm, led by Hannah Bosence, a member of our volunteer team, or a guest leader. Learn how we manage meadows, river and floodplain habitats, and how agroecological farming practices support wildlife and benefit the local area.

Join us for a casual MG Saturday morning car meet at Compton Abbas Airfield. A warm welcome is extended to all MG owners and enthusiasts to attend this event hosted by the team at MG Car Club South West Centre.

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors, between May and September 2026! These visits present an amazing opportunity to experience a flight in one of these iconic aircraft – for more information click here. Alternatively, contact Aero Legends Ltd. on 01622 812830 or via info@aerolegends.co.uk.

Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]

For experienced ‘creatives’ or those at the beginning of their creative journey, these informal sessions let you explore your writing, drawing and thinking skills, and help you form a picture of the wildlife and flowers here, and what we (and you) are doing to support the work of the Countryside Regeneration Trust. Led by Farm estate and community officer Charlotte, each week starts a new theme, and sometimes, we will use real-world information from the wildlife and wildflower surveys undertaken each week by our team of volunteers. No need to book, just turn up on the day.

Certain to be a winner on a warm summer day!

The Stur Half, organised by the Dorset Doddlers is a road race and has been running since 1990.  The route follows rural roads in and  around Sturminster Newton.

Holy Communion

Breakfast Service

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors, between May and September 2026! These visits present an amazing opportunity to experience a flight in one of these iconic aircraft – for more information click here. Alternatively, contact Aero Legends Ltd. on 01622 812830 or via info@aerolegends.co.uk.

BCP Evensong

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

A ladies social group with coffee, cake and more. Meets on  the first Monday of[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]

Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]

Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]

Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]

Young Peer is a lazy dreamer, who misinterprets Shakespeare’s advice “To thine own self be true” to mean “Look after number one”! He chases after riches and pleasure and lives a life of moral failure and endless excuses. Surely, he will come to no good?

Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Keep fit classes designed to suit all ages and abilities, with plenty of flexibility built in, so no one feels out of place or outpaced. Whether you’re looking to improve fitness, mobility, balance or just enjoy moving a bit more, the sessions are welcoming and straightforward.

Yoga classes designed to suit all ages and abilities, with plenty of flexibility built in, so no one feels out of place or outpaced. Whether you’re looking to improve fitness, mobility, balance or just enjoy moving a bit more, the sessions are welcoming and straightforward.

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]

Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]

Join us for First Friday Lunch at the village hall on the first Friday of[...]

Join us for a guided walk around Bere Marsh Farm, led by Hannah Bosence, a member of our volunteer team, or a guest leader. Learn how we manage meadows, river and floodplain habitats, and how agroecological farming practices support wildlife and benefit the local area.

Join us to watch a casual Friday sunset car meet at Compton Abbas Airfield. A warm welcome is extended to all Mercedes owners and enthusiasts to attend this event hosted by the team at Mercedes Benz Club.

Friday nights at Lore of the Sky are all about slowing down and settling in. As the week winds down, we turn up the vibe with live music that sets the perfect tone … laid-back, soulful, and just the right volume to let conversation flow.

For experienced ‘creatives’ or those at the beginning of their creative journey, these informal sessions let you explore your writing, drawing and thinking skills, and help you form a picture of the wildlife and flowers here, and what we (and you) are doing to support the work of the Countryside Regeneration Trust. Led by Farm estate and community officer Charlotte, each week starts a new theme, and sometimes, we will use real-world information from the wildlife and wildflower surveys undertaken each week by our team of volunteers. No need to book, just turn up on the day.

The Alter Eagles are delighted to be coming back to the Exchange for the fourth time, bringing with them a brand new theatre show for 2026 that celebrates their 21st year of touring. Since their debut gig in 2003, the Alter Eagles have established themselves as one of the country's top tribute acts, headlining at theatres all over the country, playing a mix of old and new Eagles' songs.

Let's see how many bat species we can discover on this exciting bat walk at Bere Marsh Farm

Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Join us for a guided walk around Bere Marsh Farm, led by Hannah Bosence, a member of our volunteer team, or a guest leader. Learn how we manage meadows, river and floodplain habitats, and how agroecological farming practices support wildlife and benefit the local area.

Friday nights at Lore of the Sky are all about slowing down and settling in. As the week winds down, we turn up the vibe with live music that sets the perfect tone … laid-back, soulful, and just the right volume to let conversation flow.

What better way to kick off the 2026 flying season, than celebrating the heritage machines of grassroots aviation.

For experienced ‘creatives’ or those at the beginning of their creative journey, these informal sessions let you explore your writing, drawing and thinking skills, and help you form a picture of the wildlife and flowers here, and what we (and you) are doing to support the work of the Countryside Regeneration Trust. Led by Farm estate and community officer Charlotte, each week starts a new theme, and sometimes, we will use real-world information from the wildlife and wildflower surveys undertaken each week by our team of volunteers. No need to book, just turn up on the day.

Back by popular demand. A wonderfully varied and thrilling night of blues! Three great acts showcasing the superb talents of the truly authentic Boogie-Woogie piano and vocals of Julian Phillips, the ‘uplifting’ and ‘inspirational’ Acoustic Roots of Mark Harrison (guitar & vocals); and as always, the night will close with the dynamic and ever-popular Zoe Schwarz Blue Commotion, whose Hammond-organ-driven electric blues blend old-school tradition with contemporary flare and sophistication.Prepare for an unforgettable night of entertainment!

Compton Abbas Airfield are delighted to be the host site of a fun and informal monthly car meet, for local and like-minded classic car owners.

Enjoy a creative day making your own willow garden sculpture at Bere Marsh Farm, with willow artist and basket maker Yanina Stockings

What better way to kick off the 2026 flying season, than celebrating the heritage machines of grassroots aviation.

H is for Hawk follows Helen (Claire Foy), who, after the sudden death of her father (Brendan Gleeson), loses herself in the memories of their time birding and exploring the natural world together. She turns to the ancient art of falconry – rooted in European tradition – and trains a wild goshawk named Mabel as a way to navigate her profound loss.

Join us for a joyful, family-friendly celebration of rural Britain. Celebrating the rich tradition of the UK’s great agricultural shows, we bring together livestock competitions, live ring entertainment, local food and drink, practical demonstrations, trade stands and hands-on activities for children – all in one unforgettable day out!

Join us for a joyful, family-friendly celebration of rural Britain. Celebrating the rich tradition of the UK’s great agricultural shows, we bring together livestock competitions, live ring entertainment, local food and drink, practical demonstrations, trade stands and hands-on activities for children – all in one unforgettable day out!

Two kids get their first mobile phones but they both receive a call from someone who claims to be from the future, and he needs the kids’ help if the world is going to survive. At first, the kids (DYLAN and MOLLY, both 12ish) think it’s a prank call, but when the mysterious caller (known only as ‘Future TX’) proves that he’s genuine, Dylan and Molly agree to get involved.

Join us for a guided walk around Bere Marsh Farm, led by Hannah Bosence, a member of our volunteer team, or a guest leader. Learn how we manage meadows, river and floodplain habitats, and how agroecological farming practices support wildlife and benefit the local area.

Friday nights at Lore of the Sky are all about slowing down and settling in. As the week winds down, we turn up the vibe with live music that sets the perfect tone … laid-back, soulful, and just the right volume to let conversation flow.

Local suppliers of locally grown and reared produce.

We’re celebrating Aviation heritage this summer weekend, so come along and join us for our seasonal Vintage Fly-In Weekend.

For experienced ‘creatives’ or those at the beginning of their creative journey, these informal sessions let you explore your writing, drawing and thinking skills, and help you form a picture of the wildlife and flowers here, and what we (and you) are doing to support the work of the Countryside Regeneration Trust. Led by Farm estate and community officer Charlotte, each week starts a new theme, and sometimes, we will use real-world information from the wildlife and wildflower surveys undertaken each week by our team of volunteers. No need to book, just turn up on the day.

Noasis is the definitive tribute to Manchester's super group Oasis, formed in 2006 the band has toured extensively performing the anthems that have defined a generation!

We’re celebrating Aviation heritage this summer weekend, so come along and join us for our seasonal Vintage Fly-In Weekend.

Join us for a guided walk around Bere Marsh Farm, led by Hannah Bosence, a member of our volunteer team, or a guest leader. Learn how we manage meadows, river and floodplain habitats, and how agroecological farming practices support wildlife and benefit the local area.

The Oak Fair is a totally unique event in rural Dorset. We are a family run estate & event and there is nothing corporate about us. One of the main reasons we are so special is of course our skilled and talented demonstrators and exhibitors who come from near and far to celebrate traditional crafts & skills with us. From demonstrations of surfboard making to have-a-go archery, there is something for everyone at the Oak Fair.

For experienced ‘creatives’ or those at the beginning of their creative journey, these informal sessions let you explore your writing, drawing and thinking skills, and help you form a picture of the wildlife and flowers here, and what we (and you) are doing to support the work of the Countryside Regeneration Trust. Led by Farm estate and community officer Charlotte, each week starts a new theme, and sometimes, we will use real-world information from the wildlife and wildflower surveys undertaken each week by our team of volunteers. No need to book, just turn up on the day.

Step into a world where music breathes again — raw, real, and deeply moving. UNPLUG’D is a stunning live production that celebrates the golden era of MTV Unplugged, capturing the heart and honesty of stripped-back performance. Rediscover the beauty of live music — unfiltered, unforgettable, and completely UNPLUG’D

The Oak Fair is a totally unique event in rural Dorset. We are a family run estate & event and there is nothing corporate about us. One of the main reasons we are so special is of course our skilled and talented demonstrators and exhibitors who come from near and far to celebrate traditional crafts & skills with us. From demonstrations of surfboard making to have-a-go archery, there is something for everyone at the Oak Fair.

Join us to watch a casual Friday sunset car meet at Compton Abbas Airfield. A warm welcome is extended to all Mercedes owners and enthusiasts to attend this event hosted by the team at Mercedes Benz Club.

Celebrating Dorset Agriculture, Countryside and rural life. Acting as Dorset’s end of harvest celebration. Annually, on the first weekend of September, Dorset comes together to showcase the very best that the County has to offer.

Enjoy local produce at the Bere Marsh Farm Farmers' & Makers Market

Let's see how many bat species we can discover on this exciting bat walk at Bere Marsh Farm

Traditional Celtic music at its best! With fire-driven instrumentals, topical songs, haunting ballads and a good dose of humour, the Tannahill Weavers have transformed traditional material and brought it into the modern world, vitally alive and kicking.

Celebrating Dorset Agriculture, Countryside and rural life. Acting as Dorset’s end of harvest celebration. Annually, on the first weekend of September, Dorset comes together to showcase the very best that the County has to offer.

Compton Abbas Airfield are delighted to be the host site of a fun and informal monthly car meet, for local and like-minded classic car owners.

It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors, between May and September 2026! These visits present an amazing opportunity to experience a flight in one of these iconic aircraft – for more information click here. Alternatively, contact Aero Legends Ltd. on 01622 812830 or via info@aerolegends.co.uk.

It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors, between May and September 2026! These visits present an amazing opportunity to experience a flight in one of these iconic aircraft – for more information click here. Alternatively, contact Aero Legends Ltd. on 01622 812830 or via info@aerolegends.co.uk.

Join us to watch a casual Friday sunset car meet at Compton Abbas Airfield. A warm welcome is extended to all Fiat Abarth owners and enthusiasts to attend this event hosted by the team at BAD Abarth.

Let's see how many bat species we can discover on this exciting bat walk at Bere Marsh Farm

Friday nights at Lore of the Sky are all about slowing down and settling in. As the week winds down, we turn up the vibe with live music that sets the perfect tone … laid-back, soulful, and just the right volume to let conversation flow.

Bringing you a taste of the cheesy goodness that is Sturminster Newton.

It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors, between May and September 2026! These visits present an amazing opportunity to experience a flight in one of these iconic aircraft – for more information click here. Alternatively, contact Aero Legends Ltd. on 01622 812830 or via info@aerolegends.co.uk.

When Paul McCartney, Phil Collins, The Rolling Stones, Tina Turner, Bob Geldof and Brian May need a Party Band, who do they call…? Well, they obviously want the best for their parties, so nothing else will do. And with JAMIE & THE FALCONS (formerly The World Famous Red Sox) they know they’re in in good hands, because at some point they’ve probably played with a Falcon or two..

Bringing you a taste of the cheesy goodness that is Sturminster Newton.

It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors, between May and September 2026! These visits present an amazing opportunity to experience a flight in one of these iconic aircraft – for more information click here. Alternatively, contact Aero Legends Ltd. on 01622 812830 or via info@aerolegends.co.uk.

Fippenny Garden Club welcomes new members and visitors and has a wide range of speakers of interest to anyone who loves gardens, plants, wildlife and the countryside. We have speakers this year on a wide range of topics.

It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors, between May and September 2026! These visits present an amazing opportunity to experience a flight in one of these iconic aircraft – for more information click here. Alternatively, contact Aero Legends Ltd. on 01622 812830 or via info@aerolegends.co.uk.

Marquise de Merteuil is a master in the art of survival. Alongside the magnetic Vicomte de Valmont, they turn seduction into strategy and weaponise desire.  But when their alliance collapses into rivalry, the battle between them threatens to destroy everyone in their path.

It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors, between May and September 2026! These visits present an amazing opportunity to experience a flight in one of these iconic aircraft – for more information click here. Alternatively, contact Aero Legends Ltd. on 01622 812830 or via info@aerolegends.co.uk.

A fantastic evening awaits you from a man who a short while ago was awarded the MBE by the Queen for Services to Music and who in May of 2019 made a welcome return to the British music charts with his top ten hits CD, Dreamboats & Petticoats presents The Very Best Of Marty Wilde and again in October 2020 he made the UK album charts with all-new material on his “Running Together” project which was issued on CD and Limited Edition vinyl.

As host venue of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic sailing events, the Weymouth area is an international sport event haven. Situated off the World Heritage Site Jurassic Coast, this race is a first-timer favourite, featuring sandy beaches, spectacular coastline and the stunning Dorset countryside.

Kerry is recognised as the leading lady of West End and Broadway musicals, with a number of starring roles in London, New York, and around the world. She has achieved chart-topping success as a recording artist signed to Universal Decca with her debut album Anthems.

We’re travelling back in time to relive the Golden Age of Aviation. This is our final seasonal Vintage Fly-In of the 2026 calendar, so why not join us and celebrate the best of a bygone era. Enjoy hearty fare from the Lore of The Sky, a refreshing pint of your choice, and a great day out!

Whether you’re a lifetime Springsteen fan or discovering his music for the first time, you will be captivated by the thundering guitars, iconic saxophone and powerful lyrics that defined generations.Get ready to experience the legacy of The Boss and rock the night away.

We’re travelling back in time to relive the Golden Age of Aviation. This is our final seasonal Vintage Fly-In of the 2026 calendar, so why not join us and celebrate the best of a bygone era. Enjoy hearty fare from the Lore of The Sky, a refreshing pint of your choice, and a great day out!

Compton Abbas Airfield are proud to welcome AeroSuperBatics this Bank Holiday weekend, for three exhilarating days of WingWalking!

Compton Abbas Airfield are proud to welcome AeroSuperBatics this Bank Holiday weekend, for three exhilarating days of WingWalking!

At last, an Irish music show that has come out of Ireland without the clichés that usually follow! There are no twee costumes or backing tracks here. Instead, you get incredibly talented musicians and dancers who simply want to bring you the sound and fun of Ireland in an intimate and homely setting.

Compton Abbas Airfield are proud to welcome AeroSuperBatics this Bank Holiday weekend, for three exhilarating days of WingWalking!

Join us for an autumnal fungi discovery at Bere Marsh Farm

A kaleidoscope of songs peppered with irreverent radio broadcast detours, inevitable surprises and is accompanied by pianist David Harrod featuring Solomon Bain. It’s a sharp-witted, funny and deliciously unpredictable evening you’ll struggle to forget.

A kaleidoscope of songs peppered with irreverent radio broadcast detours, inevitable surprises and is accompanied by pianist David Harrod featuring Solomon Bain. It’s a sharp-witted, funny and deliciously unpredictable evening you’ll struggle to forget.

Fippenny Garden Club welcomes new members and visitors and has a wide range of speakers of interest to anyone who loves gardens, plants, wildlife and the countryside. We have speakers this year on a wide range of topics.

The ON anoTHEr NIGHT show is DS:UK’s 5th tour, representing the final era of Dire Straits’ phenomenal career, and brings a genuine and unique experience that will bring fans the tracks they love from On Every Street, alongside the classic Dire Straits songs you love to hear.This will be DS:UK’s most packed and exciting set yet… are you and your friend gonna come around? Audiences can look forward to a fantastic selection of songs from some of the most loved musicals around. From the powerful drama of Les Miserable to the feel-good anthems of We Will Rock You, alongside hits from Rock of Ages, Ghost and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

The Stickler (now in its 31st year) is a 10.1 mile multi terrain running race. The Dorset Three Peaks involves over 1500ft of gruelling climbing, beginning with the infamous ’Stickle Path’.

Join us for an autumnal fungi discovery at Bere Marsh Farm

Join us for an autumnal fungi discovery at Bere Marsh Farm

The question of suitability to play the Moody Dane has preoccupied theatre makers for centuries. Scholars have long debated age, physique, gender and temperament - yet all have overlooked the perfect candidate: an egg.

The question of suitability to play the Moody Dane has preoccupied theatre makers for centuries. Scholars have long debated age, physique, gender and temperament - yet all have overlooked the perfect candidate: an egg.

If you love animals, then you are going to love this show. A show dedicated to and celebrating all creatures great and small. The only show around that you get to see your favourite animals bursting out onto the stage right before your very eyes. The original animal show with NO LIVE ANIMALS.

If you love animals, then you are going to love this show. A show dedicated to and celebrating all creatures great and small. The only show around that you get to see your favourite animals bursting out onto the stage right before your very eyes. The original animal show with NO LIVE ANIMALS.

Fippenny Garden Club welcomes new members and visitors and has a wide range of speakers of interest to anyone who loves gardens, plants, wildlife and the countryside. We have speakers this year on a wide range of topics.

Join us for an autumnal fungi discovery at Bere Marsh Farm

Local suppliers of locally grown and reared produce.

From Seal to Frankie Goes to Hollywood, from ABC to Yes, from Grace Jones to Belle and Sebastian, and from Robbie Williams to Pet Shop Boys, one man has been at the heart of some of Britain’s most important pop music of the past 50 years: Trevor Horn. Following the publication of his best-selling memoir, Adventures In Modern Recording: From ABC to ZTT, Horn is visiting a select handful of theatres to talk about his exploits as a bona fide legend of pop.

Los Pacaminos was formed in summer 1992, when UK pop star Paul Young’s love of all things Tex-Mex led to exploratory discussions with some like-minded musician friends. Within a few weeks, Los Pacaminos was born and rehearsals had begun.

Mark Smith, renowned for his expertise in medals and militaria, has been a celebrated figure on BBC TV’s Antiques Roadshow since 2014. Recognized as one of the show’s most popular experts, Mark captivates audiences with his deep knowledge and engaging storytelling.

ELO Again are back with their stunning 'BACK to the BLUE' Tour celebrating the truly universal music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra.  ELO Again really give you a dramatic taste of what a legendary ELO concert would have been like back in their heyday, the whole experience is professionally re-enacted with amazing sound reproduction, light show and visual effects.

Supersonic Queen are rapidly establishing themselves as the UK’s leading Queen tribute – and one of the most electrifying anywhere in the world.

Tenors Unlimited are back to celebrate with a feast of Yuletide songs, including firm family favourites - O Holy Night, O Come All Ye Faithful, Silent Night, Last Christmas, Hark The Herald Angels Sing, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, as well as their number 1 selling Christmas single ‘Who Is He?’

Peter Howarth, lead singer with The Hollies and West End star of Only the Lonely - The Roy Orbison Story, invites you to join him on a musical journey as he performs some of the all-time favourites such as He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother, You Got It, and Pretty Woman, to name but a few. You don’t want to miss this fabulous show.

Fippenny Garden Club welcomes new members and visitors and has a wide range of speakers of interest to anyone who loves gardens, plants, wildlife and the countryside. We have speakers this year on a wide range of topics.

Supersonic Queen are rapidly establishing themselves as the UK’s leading Queen tribute – and one of the most electrifying anywhere in the world.

Sturminster Newton Orchestra was formed in 1990 by a group of friends wanting to create[...]

Moscow Drug Club... Named after the BB Gabor song about an underground Jazz club during the cold war…Are heady and waggish mix of Jazz- French Musette- Latin Grooves -and New Orleans Swing.Combining their original material with songs by the likes of Jacques Brel, Tom Waits, Leonard Cohen & Eartha Kitt.

Let us take you Back Into Hell, where Rock and Roll dreams come true, with this 2 hour extravaganza celebrating the iconic music of Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman.

Sturminster Newton Orchestra was formed in 1990 by a group of friends wanting to create[...]

John Lydon is a legend and an icon, a revolutionary and an immortal. John Lydon – aka Johnny Rotten – changed the face of music and sparked a cultural revolution. The frontman and lyricist of the Sex Pistols and Public Image Ltd (PiL) caused a political earthquake and transformed music for good. To coincide with the publication of his new book, the brilliant, career-defining Archive, he is touring the UK.

Sturminster Newton Orchestra was formed in 1990 by a group of friends wanting to create[...]

Sturminster Newton Orchestra was formed in 1990 by a group of friends wanting to create[...]

Sturminster Newton Orchestra was formed in 1990 by a group of friends wanting to create[...]

Sturminster Newton Orchestra was formed in 1990 by a group of friends wanting to create[...]