Events

Saturday 17th May 2025
Three Okefords Preservation Society
 
  Welcome to Three Okefords Preservation Society! The Three Okefords Rally is an action packed[...]
Warbird Weekend #2
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
Mud Pie Cafe
 
Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]
Travelling Wilbury's Experience
 
Paul Hopkins’ Roy Orbison & the Traveling Wilburys Experience Come and enjoy a fantastic evening[...]

Sunday 18th May 2025
Wessex Ridgeway Relay Race
 
The Wessex Ridgeway Relay starts in Tollard Royal. Teams of 2 to 6 runners compete in a 100km race along the ancient Wessex Ridgeway trail - which crosses Okeford Hill.
The North Dorset Cycle Ride
 
The main beneficiary is to help the fight to cure Prostate Cancer Sunday 18th May[...]
Three Okefords Preservation Society
 
  Welcome to Three Okefords Preservation Society! The Three Okefords Rally is an action packed[...]
Warbird Weekend #2
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
Fifth Sunday of Easter: Sung Eucharist
 
Led By:   Readings: Acts 11:1-18   Revelation 21:1-6   John 13:31-35 Event Code: [SIOB]

Monday 19th May 2025
Fippenny Flix Film Club
 
Please note - membership required. We are not allowed to advertise the films other than[...]

Tuesday 20th May 2025
Little Hands Baby & Toddler Group
 
Little Hands is a group for babies, toddlers and mums which meets weekly at our[...]
Dorset Health/Well-Being Walks - Blandford
 
Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]
Tuesdays
 
Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]
Maria (12A)
 
In September 1977, legendary opera singer Maria Callas (Angelina Jolie) is in her final days, and her grasp on reality is tenuous at best. She rearranges the world with herself at the centre, though where once entire crowds were subject to her whims, now there remain only her loyal butler (Pierfrancesco Favino) and maid (Alba Rohrwacher).
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Wednesday 21st May 2025
Yoga for Men and Women of All Ages
 
Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]
Pilates (Intermediate)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Pilates (Stretch and Strength)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Country Fit
 
Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]
New Age Kurling
 
Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Thursday 22nd May 2025
Keep Fit Class
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Angie's Fitness Yoga
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Pound Fitness (Adults)
 
A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]
SNADS Presents: The Vicar of Dibley
 
SNADS present The Vicar of Dibley Do come and support Sturminster Newton’s very own amatuer dramatic group as they bring The Vicar of Dibley to the stage. Directed by John Skinner and starring Alice Ralph as the Revd.Geraldine Granger

Friday 23rd May 2025
Flexwing Friday Fly-In
@10:00 - 16:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Is it a bird, is it a plane… This flying season, join us as we[...]
SNADS Presents: The Vicar of Dibley
 
SNADS present The Vicar of Dibley Do come and support Sturminster Newton’s very own amatuer dramatic group as they bring The Vicar of Dibley to the stage. Directed by John Skinner and starring Alice Ralph as the Revd.Geraldine Granger

Saturday 24th May 2025
Mud Pie Cafe
 
Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]
SNADS Presents: The Vicar of Dibley
 
SNADS present The Vicar of Dibley Do come and support Sturminster Newton’s very own amatuer dramatic group as they bring The Vicar of Dibley to the stage. Directed by John Skinner and starring Alice Ralph as the Revd.Geraldine Granger

Sunday 25th May 2025
Sixth Sunday of Easter: Holy Communion
 
Led By:   Readings: Acts 16:9-15;   Revelation 21:10,22-22:5;   John 14:23-29 Event Code: [SIOB]
Turnworth Day
@11:00 - 16:30 at Old Rectory, Turnworth
 
Take a walk, cycle ride or drive over the hill and visit the folks in our over-the-hill neighbour - Turnworth!

Tuesday 27th May 2025
Little Hands Baby & Toddler Group
 
Little Hands is a group for babies, toddlers and mums which meets weekly at our[...]
Dorset Health/Well-Being Walks - Blandford
 
Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]
Tuesdays
 
Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Wednesday 28th May 2025
Yoga for Men and Women of All Ages
 
Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]
Pilates (Intermediate)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Pilates (Stretch and Strength)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Country Fit
 
Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]
New Age Kurling
 
Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Thursday 29th May 2025
Keep Fit Class
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Angie's Fitness Yoga
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Pound Fitness (Adults)
 
A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Saturday 31st May 2025
Radial Day Fly-In
@10:00 - 16:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
The Star of the Show… Arguably one of the most distinctive aircraft engines on the[...]
Mud Pie Cafe
 
Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]

Sunday 1st June 2025
Seventh Sunday of Easter: Holy Communion
 
Led By:   Readings: Ezekiel 36:24-28   Acts 16:16-34   John 17:20-end Event Code: [SIOB]
Classic Cars at Compton
@10:00 - 13:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Rolling back the years by road… Compton Abbas Airfield are delighted to be the host[...]
Seventh Sunday of Easter: Breakfast Service
 
Led By:   Readings: Acts 16:16-34 Event Code: [SIOB]
Seventh Sunday of Easter: BCP Evensong
 
Led By:   Readings: Psalm 68:1-10   Deuteronomy 34   Acts 1:1-14 Event Code: [SIOB]

Monday 2nd June 2025
W.O.O.F. (Women of Okeford Fitzpaine)
 
A ladies social group with coffee, cake and more. Meets on  the first Monday of[...]

Tuesday 3rd June 2025
Little Hands Baby & Toddler Group
 
Little Hands is a group for babies, toddlers and mums which meets weekly at our[...]
Dorset Health/Well-Being Walks - Blandford
 
Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]
Tuesdays
 
Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]
Parish Council Meeting
 
Okeford Fitzpaine’s Parish Council meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month throughout the year[...]

Wednesday 4th June 2025
Yoga for Men and Women of All Ages
 
Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]
Pilates (Intermediate)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Pilates (Stretch and Strength)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Country Fit
 
Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]
New Age Kurling
 
Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Thursday 5th June 2025
Keep Fit Class
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Angie's Fitness Yoga
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Pound Fitness (Adults)
 
A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Friday 6th June 2025
BAEA British Aerobatics Association Competition
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Ladies and Gentlemen, keep your eyes to the sky … The BAeA British Aerobatics Association[...]
First Friday Lunch
 
Join us for First Friday Lunch at the village hall on the first Friday of[...]
SNLF: Cleopatra. Natasha Solomons in Conversation
 
International bestselling author Natasha Solomons will discuss her latest book, Cleopatra, with Jenny Devitt. Told from the perspectives of both Cleopatra and Caesar's mistress Servilia, CLEOPATRA is a powerful, unmissable new retelling that draws out the real woman behind the great legend. It is a captivating story of female power and vulnerability, of love and loss, fierce friendship and terrible betrayal: it's time to meet the real Cleopatra.
SNLF: Flights to Freedom with Pen Farthing and Mark Blackburn
 
Flights to Freedom—Claret Press authors Pen Farthing and Mark Blackburn discuss their very different but equally turbulent travel tales in their books Operation Ark and Final Approach: My Father and Other Turbulence.

Saturday 7th June 2025
BAEA British Aerobatics Association Competition
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Ladies and Gentlemen, keep your eyes to the sky … The BAeA British Aerobatics Association[...]
SNLF: Writing Nature
 
Writers have always looked to nature for inspiration. The natural world can form the backdrop to a story, or sometimes even become a character in itself. In this workshop we will look at examples of nature writing in fiction and memoir and examine how depiction of landscape, wildlife and weather can create mood and tone. Author Elizabeth Delo will guide you through a series of exercises to explore your relationship with the natural world, and describe the environment around you.
Mud Pie Cafe
 
Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]
St Nicholas School Fete
 
St. Nicholas School, Child Okeford lets its hair down for the afternoon. Stall holders are needed so if you're interested get in touch.
SNLF: This is Where We Find Ourselves
 
Sturlitfest 2025 is hosting a celebration of our town's vibrant community of families from Bulgaria and Central Europe with an afternoon of stories, music, dance, images and food.
An Intimate Evening with Martin Fry
 
ABC – An Intimate Evening with Martin Fry A Look At Life And A Look[...]

Sunday 8th June 2025
Leaf Open Farm Sunday
@UK. Check description for times / booking instructions.
 
Open Farm Sun­day is a fab­u­lous oppor­tu­ni­ty to con­nect farm­ers and the pub­lic to dis­cov­er the[...]
SNLF: Walking with Elvis in Memphis
 
One of the most important parts of Lorraine Gibson’s research for Elvis: The King of Fashion was staying in Memphis to soak up the atmosphere and visit the locations in the city where Elvis lived, worked, and first found fame. Following in his blue-suede footsteps, she discovered amazing places, people and stories, some of which are included in her talk (illustrated with a slide-show of photos).

Monday 9th June 2025
SNLF: Death in Stur. A Walk Though the Darker Side of the Town's History
 
Join us on a short walk around Sturminster Newton where you’ll hear about the darker side of the town’s history. Discover stories of violent deaths, tragic cases, and even a possible murder. This walk is unsuitable for children under 16.
Fippenny Garden Club: Paul and Helen Stickland, Black Shed Flowers Sherborne: Dahlias
 
Paul and Helen Stickland, Black Shed Flowers Sherborne: Dahlias The Fippenny Garden Club is a[...]

Tuesday 10th June 2025
Little Hands Baby & Toddler Group
 
Little Hands is a group for babies, toddlers and mums which meets weekly at our[...]
Dorset Health/Well-Being Walks - Blandford
 
Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]
Tuesdays
 
Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]
SNLF: The Secrets of Flowers. Daisy Delbridge in Conversation with Sally Page
 
In this special event for Sturminster Newton Literary Festival, Sally Page will talk about the inspiration for her book, The Secrets of Flowers with local florist Emma Whicher from Martha and the Meadow. The talk will be preceded by a floristry demonstration by Esme from Daisy Delbridge. The Secrets of Flowers is a story based on a newly widowed lady and the florist on the Titanic.
SNLF: The Shakespeare Ladies Club: The Forgotten Women Who Rescued the Bawdy Bard
 
Chancing upon this obscure all-female literary club in academic works led the authors to investigate further. Founded in 1736 by the young, free-thinking Susanna Ashley-Cooper the 4th Countess of Shaftesbury, the members met to read and discuss Shakespeare’s plays. Appalled that The Bard’s “earthy” plays had been “cleaned-up”, the SLC campaigned to re-stage the original texts – and to install a long overdue statue to him in Poet’s Corner, Westminster Abbey.
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Wednesday 11th June 2025
Yoga for Men and Women of All Ages
 
Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]
SNLF: Tess Burnett in Conversation with Jo Durrant
 
Winner of the 2022 Dorchester Literary Festival Prize for local writers, Tess Burnett’s debut novel, The Hanging of Hettie Gale, is inspired by a love of Dartmoor. In this discussion with Jo Durrant, Tess will talk about her writing journey, finding her confidence to write, and starting her writing journey at an older age. She will also talk about how nature, myths and legends inspire her stories and that it’s never too late to follow your dream.
Pilates (Intermediate)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Pilates (Stretch and Strength)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Country Fit
 
Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]
SNLF: How to Find a Dorset Location to Dump a Body
 
Award winning crime writer Rachel McLean sets many of her novels in Dorset. In this talk she will outline how she researches locations in Dorset and sets the scene for a crime to take place in her books. Rachel will also highlight her latest book, The Lyme Regis Women’s Swimming Club.
New Age Kurling
 
Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Thursday 12th June 2025
Keep Fit Class
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Warbird Weekend #3
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
Angie's Fitness Yoga
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
SNLF: Tess’ Marlott – A walk in the countryside that inspired Tess of the D’Urbervilles
 
Enjoy a meandering walk in and at the southern edges of Marnhull that is Marlott in Thomas Hardy’s Tess of the D’Urbervilles. Marlott was where Tess grew up; the home that she left four times, and to which she returned on three.
SNLF: Nature Walk for Children
 
Join us for a walk through Sturminster Newton to admire some of our magnificent trees, followed by a river walk, and on to our conservation site at Butt’s Pond where we will have a talk about conservation and the Great Crested Newts. To finish, we will join together in a nature writing exercise.
Pound Fitness (Adults)
 
A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]
SNLF: From Sea to Summit. Jessica Hepburn in Conversation with Sue Ashby
 
From sea to summit, Jessica Hepburn tells tales from her new book Save Me From the Waves, which charts her journey of survival, endurance and personal growth. An unlikely athlete, Hepburn hates exercise, only discovering its assets when she finds herself heartbroken and in her forties. Now, she is the first and only woman to have completed the ‘Sea, Street, Summit’ challenge (swim the English channel, run the London Marathon and climb Mount Everest) in the world.
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Friday 13th June 2025
Warbird Weekend #3
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
SNLF: Thomas Hardy and the Death of Emma: What His Writings Reveal
 
Andrew Norman’s book is about how the great Dorset man-of-letters described, in his poems and novels, his love for Emma; but also his estrangement from her as their marriage gradually deteriorated over the years; and finally his intense grief at her death. Why did he feel such grief, given the circumstances, and how did he cope with bereavement? Finally, he reveals a liaison which Hardy had with one of his female servants, which took place at Sturminster Newton and had unforeseen consequences!
SNLF: A Casterbridge Tale. Michael Langridge in Conversation with Tracy Hayes
 
Michael Langridge, in conversation with Dr Tracy Hayes, talks about his latest novel, ‘A Casterbridge Tale’. Set in Thomas Hardy’s Wessex, it is a crime novel featuring Detective Inspector Hawkins, a principal character from his highly acclaimed first novel ‘A Second Mrs Clare’. In ‘A Casterbridge Tale’. Hawkins must negotiate his way between his duty and his conscience, jeopardising his career and his life as he tracks down the instigators of a brutal and outrageous crime.
SNLF: The Glassmaker – Women in Glassmaking
 
In this special event, internationally acclaimed author Tracy Chevalier will be in conversation with Sarah Sexton and Jenny Devitt. The Glassmaker follows the fortunes and failures of a glassmaking family over the course of 500 years, entwining personal history with the history of Venice. Tracy will discuss the inspiration behind the novel, her research into glassmaking, and her writing process. Sarah Sexton will also discuss Sturminster Newton’s pioneering stained glass artist and suffragist, Mary Lowndes.

Saturday 14th June 2025
SNLF: Close Editing Workshop with Don Nordberg
 
Want to sharpen your writing? Understand better what editing is and does? The “Close Editing” workshop will give you guidance and let you practice • How to detect the flab in your paragraphs, sentences and word selection • How to read closely, too, to see reveal the processes that other writers use and learn technique from reading
Warbird Weekend #3
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
Mud Pie Cafe
 
Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]
SNLF: The Science Lover’s Guide to Dorset
 
The Science Lover’s Guide to London features several scientists with a Dorset and Westcountry background. In this talk, Rachael will outline famous scientists from Dorset who made a difference to society with their inventions. There are several Dorset connections to the science world, from developing safer obstetric forceps to pioneering citizen science and describing a new disease. Rachael will outline where you can see places associated with the scientists in the talk, both in London and locally.
SNLF: Champagne in a Broken Teacup
 
Greg Duncan has recently published “Champagne in a Broken Teacup” a historical novel inspired by the activities of his French aunt who was a forger and fighter in the French Resistance during WW2. In his talk he will be explaining how he researched the historical setting for this novel and how he wove critical historical elements into the story to provide a living background for the plot.
SNLF: Damien Lewis on Great Escapes 4 – stories of extraordinary escapes by the SAS in WW2
 
Sunday Times bestselling author & WW2 SAS expert, Damien Lewis, will discuss SAS Great Escapes 4, focusing on his process and collaboration with key people, including the relatives of those in the SAS who escaped. He’ll share the compelling stories, along with diaries and documents that were crucial in bringing these historical events to light.

Sunday 15th June 2025
Warbird Weekend #3
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
The Surtierra Tour
 
In a unique project developed with Artsreach, the iconic Anglo-Chilean band Quimantu is collaborating with the singers of Cloud 9 Chorus, Palida Choir and Shaftesbury School Choir to perform the Misa de los Mineros, 'The Miners' Mass', composed by Mauricio Venegas-Astorga.

Monday 16th June 2025
Fippenny Flix Film Club
 
Please note - membership required. We are not allowed to advertise the films other than[...]

Tuesday 17th June 2025
Little Hands Baby & Toddler Group
 
Little Hands is a group for babies, toddlers and mums which meets weekly at our[...]
Dorset Health/Well-Being Walks - Blandford
 
Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]
Tuesdays
 
Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Wednesday 18th June 2025
Yoga for Men and Women of All Ages
 
Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]
Pilates (Intermediate)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Pilates (Stretch and Strength)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Country Fit
 
Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]
New Age Kurling
 
Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Thursday 19th June 2025
Keep Fit Class
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Warbird Weekend #4
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
Angie's Fitness Yoga
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Pound Fitness (Adults)
 
A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]
Maria (12A)
 
In September 1977, legendary opera singer Maria Callas (Angelina Jolie) is in her final days, and her grasp on reality is tenuous at best. She rearranges the world with herself at the centre, though where once entire crowds were subject to her whims, now there remain only her loyal butler (Pierfrancesco Favino) and maid (Alba Rohrwacher).
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Friday 20th June 2025
Warbird Weekend #4
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
Fleetwood Unchained
 
Fleetwood Unchained, the ultimate tribute to one of the most iconic and beloved bands of[...]

Saturday 21st June 2025
Warbird Weekend #4
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
Mud Pie Cafe
 
Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]
The New Jersey Boys
 
Featuring the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons plus tributes to Showaddywaddy and[...]

Sunday 22nd June 2025
Warbird Weekend #4
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]

Monday 23rd June 2025
Chalke History Festival
@Church Bottom, Broadchalke. Check description for times / booking instructions.
 
  A week of history related talks, performances, experiences, activities and music for everyone with[...]

Tuesday 24th June 2025
Chalke History Festival
@Church Bottom, Broadchalke. Check description for times / booking instructions.
 
  A week of history related talks, performances, experiences, activities and music for everyone with[...]
Little Hands Baby & Toddler Group
 
Little Hands is a group for babies, toddlers and mums which meets weekly at our[...]
Dorset Health/Well-Being Walks - Blandford
 
Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]
Tuesdays
 
Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Wednesday 25th June 2025
Chalke History Festival
@Church Bottom, Broadchalke. Check description for times / booking instructions.
 
  A week of history related talks, performances, experiences, activities and music for everyone with[...]
Yoga for Men and Women of All Ages
 
Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]
Pilates (Intermediate)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Pilates (Stretch and Strength)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Country Fit
 
Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]
New Age Kurling
 
Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Thursday 26th June 2025
Chalke History Festival
@Church Bottom, Broadchalke. Check description for times / booking instructions.
 
  A week of history related talks, performances, experiences, activities and music for everyone with[...]
Keep Fit Class
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Angie's Fitness Yoga
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Pound Fitness (Adults)
 
A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Friday 27th June 2025
Chalke History Festival
@Church Bottom, Broadchalke. Check description for times / booking instructions.
 
  A week of history related talks, performances, experiences, activities and music for everyone with[...]

Saturday 28th June 2025
Chalke History Festival
@Church Bottom, Broadchalke. Check description for times / booking instructions.
 
  A week of history related talks, performances, experiences, activities and music for everyone with[...]
Stampe Saturday Fly-In
@10:00 - 16:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
A summer Saturday special… The next in our Aviator’s Spotlight series, the Stampe takes pride[...]
Mud Pie Cafe
 
Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]
Hey Day
 
Child Okeford's annual fete. More details coming soon.

Sunday 29th June 2025
Chalke History Festival
@Church Bottom, Broadchalke. Check description for times / booking instructions.
 
  A week of history related talks, performances, experiences, activities and music for everyone with[...]
Classic Cars at Compton
@10:00 - 13:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Rolling back the years by road… Compton Abbas Airfield are delighted to be the host[...]

Tuesday 1st July 2025
Little Hands Baby & Toddler Group
 
Little Hands is a group for babies, toddlers and mums which meets weekly at our[...]
Dorset Health/Well-Being Walks - Blandford
 
Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]
Tuesdays
 
Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]
Parish Council Meeting
 
Okeford Fitzpaine’s Parish Council meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month throughout the year[...]

Wednesday 2nd July 2025
Yoga for Men and Women of All Ages
 
Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]
Pilates (Intermediate)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Pilates (Stretch and Strength)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Country Fit
 
Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]
New Age Kurling
 
Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Thursday 3rd July 2025
Keep Fit Class
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Angie's Fitness Yoga
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Pound Fitness (Adults)
 
A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Friday 4th July 2025
First Friday Lunch
 
Join us for First Friday Lunch at the village hall on the first Friday of[...]

Saturday 5th July 2025
Land Rover Weekend
@10:00 - 16:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
LAUDED… A one-of-a-kind two day event, as the Great British Land Rover Club host Lauded,[...]
Mud Pie Cafe
 
Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]

Sunday 6th July 2025
Land Rover Weekend
@10:00 - 16:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
LAUDED… A one-of-a-kind two day event, as the Great British Land Rover Club host Lauded,[...]

Monday 7th July 2025
W.O.O.F. (Women of Okeford Fitzpaine)
 
A ladies social group with coffee, cake and more. Meets on  the first Monday of[...]

Tuesday 8th July 2025
Little Hands Baby & Toddler Group
 
Little Hands is a group for babies, toddlers and mums which meets weekly at our[...]
Dorset Health/Well-Being Walks - Blandford
 
Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]
Tuesdays
 
Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Wednesday 9th July 2025
Yoga for Men and Women of All Ages
 
Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]
Pilates (Intermediate)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Pilates (Stretch and Strength)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Country Fit
 
Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]
New Age Kurling
 
Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Thursday 10th July 2025
Keep Fit Class
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Angie's Fitness Yoga
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Pound Fitness (Adults)
 
A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Friday 11th July 2025
Spanish Evening
 
The wine, tapas and flamenco flow at the Spanish evening at The Exchange.

Saturday 12th July 2025
Mud Pie Cafe
 
Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]
Stour Hall and Bow Room Concert
 
Sturminster Newton Orchestra was formed in 1990 by a group of friends wanting to create[...]
The History of Rock
 
Join us as we celebrate a rock line-up like no other headlined by one of the greatest bands of all time!

Monday 14th July 2025
Fippenny Garden Club: Micky Little : Roses- My Journey to and from Work
 
Micky Little : Roses- My Journey to and from Work The Fippenny Garden Club is[...]

Tuesday 15th July 2025
Little Hands Baby & Toddler Group
 
Little Hands is a group for babies, toddlers and mums which meets weekly at our[...]
Dorset Health/Well-Being Walks - Blandford
 
Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]
Tuesdays
 
Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Wednesday 16th July 2025
Yoga for Men and Women of All Ages
 
Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]
Pilates (Intermediate)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Pilates (Stretch and Strength)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Country Fit
 
Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]
New Age Kurling
 
Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Thursday 17th July 2025
Keep Fit Class
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Angie's Fitness Yoga
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Pound Fitness (Adults)
 
A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]
Bridget Jones - Mad About the Boy (15)
 
Renee Zellweger’s Bridget is now a widow – and romanced by both Leo Woodall’s younger man and Chiwetel Ejiofor’s kindly teacher – and this sequel, adapted from Helen Fielding’s third book in her series of novels, is vulnerable, honest and very funny.
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Saturday 19th July 2025
Mud Pie Cafe
 
Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]
The Counterfeit Sixties
 
After their success at The Exchange Theatre, The Counterfeit Sixties make a welcome return with[...]

Monday 21st July 2025
Fippenny Flix Film Club
 
Please note - membership required. We are not allowed to advertise the films other than[...]

Tuesday 22nd July 2025
Little Hands Baby & Toddler Group
 
Little Hands is a group for babies, toddlers and mums which meets weekly at our[...]
Dorset Health/Well-Being Walks - Blandford
 
Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]
Tuesdays
 
Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Wednesday 23rd July 2025
Yoga for Men and Women of All Ages
 
Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]
Pilates (Intermediate)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Pilates (Stretch and Strength)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Country Fit
 
Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]
New Age Kurling
 
Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Thursday 24th July 2025
Keep Fit Class
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Warbird Weekend #5
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
Angie's Fitness Yoga
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Pound Fitness (Adults)
 
A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Friday 25th July 2025
Warbird Weekend #5
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
Living the Life of Riley
 
LIVING THE LIFE OF RILEY Starring Vicky Entwistle Living the Life of Riley is a[...]
The Rude Mechanical Theatre Company - Gentle Harry's Farm
 
The Rude Mechanical Theatre Company presents an outdoor production of their smash hit comedy - Gentle Harry's Farm.

Saturday 26th July 2025
Warbird Weekend #5
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
Mud Pie Cafe
 
Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]
Aber Valley Male Voice Choir
 
The Exchange are delighted to welcome back one of Wales' most successful and popular male voice choirs.
Jamie & The Falcons
 
When Paul McCartney, Phil Collins, The Rolling Stones, Tina Turner, Bob Geldof and Brian May need a Party Band, who do they call…? - JAMIE & THE FALCONS!

Sunday 27th July 2025
Warbird Weekend #5
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
Rokit Legends
 
Book now and experience the magic of live music, incredible harmonies, and anthems that will have you dancing in your seat!

Tuesday 29th July 2025
Little Hands Baby & Toddler Group
 
Little Hands is a group for babies, toddlers and mums which meets weekly at our[...]
Dorset Health/Well-Being Walks - Blandford
 
Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]
Tuesdays
 
Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Wednesday 30th July 2025
Yoga for Men and Women of All Ages
 
Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]
Pilates (Intermediate)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Pilates (Stretch and Strength)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Country Fit
 
Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]
New Age Kurling
 
Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Thursday 31st July 2025
Keep Fit Class
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Warbird Weekend #6
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
Angie's Fitness Yoga
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Pound Fitness (Adults)
 
A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Friday 1st August 2025
Warbird Weekend #6
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
First Friday Lunch
 
Join us for First Friday Lunch at the village hall on the first Friday of[...]

Saturday 2nd August 2025
Great Dorset Chilli Festival
@10:00 - 17:00 at Stock Gaylard
 
THE HOTTEST DAY OUT IN DORSET We are delighted to be back at the Stock[...]
Warbird Weekend #6
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
Mud Pie Cafe
 
Our pop up cafe is an ideal opportunity to catch up with neighbours and friends.[...]

Sunday 3rd August 2025
Stur Half and 5K
@High School, Sturminster Newton. Check description for times / booking instructions.
 
The Stur Half, organised by the Dorset Doddlers is a road race which has been running since 1990. The route follows rural roads in and around Sturminster Newton.
Great Dorset Chilli Festival
@10:00 - 17:00 at Stock Gaylard
 
THE HOTTEST DAY OUT IN DORSET We are delighted to be back at the Stock[...]
Warbird Weekend #6
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]

Monday 4th August 2025
W.O.O.F. (Women of Okeford Fitzpaine)
 
A ladies social group with coffee, cake and more. Meets on  the first Monday of[...]

Tuesday 5th August 2025
Little Hands Baby & Toddler Group
 
Little Hands is a group for babies, toddlers and mums which meets weekly at our[...]
Dorset Health/Well-Being Walks - Blandford
 
Dorset Health Walks are free and friendly offering you the perfect opportunity to help you[...]
Tuesdays
 
Tea, coffee, home made soup, a roll and good company - all for a small[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Wednesday 6th August 2025
Yoga for Men and Women of All Ages
 
Event Code: [RYOG] Note that recurring events might be cancelled due to bank holidays or[...]
Pilates (Intermediate)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Pilates (Stretch and Strength)
 
Mark Thistlewood Pilates Classes 4pm: A challenging class, towards intermediate level. 5pm: A gentle stretching[...]
Country Fit
 
Whether you're a absolute beginner, or ready to sign up as a pro on Strictly,[...]
New Age Kurling
 
Suitable for all ages and abilities. £1 entry to cover hall hire. Just turn up[...]

Thursday 7th August 2025
Keep Fit Class
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Angie's Fitness Yoga
 
Please be aware that recurring events may be cancelled for bank and organiser's personal holidays.[...]
Pound Fitness (Adults)
 
A fitness class for adults of all ages and abilities. Booking is essential. Please be[...]
Short Mat Bowls Club
 
Okeford Fitzpaine Short Mat Bowls Club meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the Village[...]

Friday 8th August 2025
An Audience with John Cleese
 
Meet Monty Python (and so much more) comedy legend. This promises to be a show not to miss.

Saturday 9th August 2025
Golden Age of Aviation Air Show
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Important Update: Sadly, the Golden Age of Aviation Air Show has been postponed until August[...]
The Jerry Lee Lewis Songbook
 
National theatre tours performer Peter Gill and his outstanding rock ‘n’ roll band perform the works of the most explosive, most dynamic and the first wildman of rock 'n' roll ... Jerry Lee Lewis.

Sunday 10th August 2025
Golden Age of Aviation Air Show
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Important Update: Sadly, the Golden Age of Aviation Air Show has been postponed until August[...]

Wednesday 13th August 2025
Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show
 
Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show raises funds for the Gillingham & Shaftesbury Agricultural Society to help[...]

Thursday 14th August 2025
Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show
 
Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show raises funds for the Gillingham & Shaftesbury Agricultural Society to help[...]

Saturday 16th August 2025
de Havilland Fly-In
@10:00 - 16:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Enter the aviation revolution… Almost a century ago, grassroots aviation was changed forever by the[...]

Sunday 17th August 2025
Classic Cars at Compton
@10:00 - 13:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Rolling back the years by road… Compton Abbas Airfield are delighted to be the host[...]

Saturday 23rd August 2025
Stock Gaylard Oak Fair
@10:00 - 17:00 at Stock Gaylard
 
Stock Gaylard Oak Fair is a totally unique event in rural Dorset. Stock Gaylard is[...]
Summer Vintage Fly-In
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Travel back in time this Summer Holiday … We’re reliving the Golden Age of Aviation[...]
Peter Howarth
 
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.

Sunday 24th August 2025
Stock Gaylard Oak Fair
@10:00 - 17:00 at Stock Gaylard
 
Stock Gaylard Oak Fair is a totally unique event in rural Dorset. Stock Gaylard is[...]

Saturday 30th August 2025
Fippenny Garden Club: Summer Show
@Village Hall, Okeford Fitzpaine. Check description for times / booking instructions.
 
Summer Show August 30th 2025 sees the return of the traditional flower show. So plan[...]
MUD
 
It’s over fifty years since glamrockers Mud had their first hit record ‘Crazy’ under the guidance of legendary producer Mickie Most and song-writers Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman. They went on to score 3 UK number 1s, 11 UK top 10s and 15 UK top 40s as well as hits in Europe and many other parts of the world.

Saturday 6th September 2025
Dorset County Show
 
Celebrating Dorset Agriculture, Countryside and rural life. Acting as Dorset’s end of harvest celebration.  Find[...]
Bootleg Blondie
 
Debbie Harris, lead vocalist of Bootleg Blondie, has the looks, the voice and the attitude of the original Blondie bombshell and like her heroine is typically outrageous on stage ....

Sunday 7th September 2025
Dorset County Show
 
Celebrating Dorset Agriculture, Countryside and rural life. Acting as Dorset’s end of harvest celebration.  Find[...]
Classic Cars at Compton
@10:00 - 13:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Rolling back the years by road… Compton Abbas Airfield are delighted to be the host[...]

Monday 8th September 2025
Fippenny Garden Club: Castle Gardens Speaker : Home Grown Fruit
 
Castle Gardens Speaker : Home Grown Fruit The Fippenny Garden Club is a friendly club[...]

Thursday 11th September 2025
Warbird Weekend #7
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]

Friday 12th September 2025
Warbird Weekend #7
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]

Saturday 13th September 2025
Ride + Stride for Churches
@Varies. Check description for times / booking instructions.
 
The Dorset Historic Churches Trust is a registered charity which, in partnership with the National Churches Trust, is dedicated to the preservation of Christian churches and chapels of all denominations in the administrative County of Dorset.
Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival
 
Arising from what Thomas Hardy referred to as 'The vale of little dairies', Sturminster Newton[...]
Warbird Weekend #7
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
Carpenters Voice of the Heart
 
It is now just over 30 years since the legendary Karen Carpenter passed away, she left behind an amazing catalogue of hit songs and golden memories and is still played daily on radio stations throughout the UK. This stunning show celebrates the music of The Carpenters, and the evening is guaranteed to lead everyone through a magical memory.

Sunday 14th September 2025
Ironman 70.3 Weymouth
@Weymouth. Check description for times / booking instructions.
 
Are you up for ... a 1.2 mile swim + a 56 mile bike course[...]
Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival
 
Arising from what Thomas Hardy referred to as 'The vale of little dairies', Sturminster Newton[...]
Warbird Weekend #7
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]

Thursday 18th September 2025
Warbird Weekend #8
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]

Friday 19th September 2025
Warbird Weekend #8
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]

Saturday 20th September 2025
Warbird Weekend #8
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]
Ed Sheeran Experience
 
Featuring the ballads, the beats, the ginger hair, the loop pedal magic and now a live band!Ed Sheeran Experience is a live show consisting of all the hits. Jack Shepherd has been performing as Ed since 2014 and has even been credited by the man himself in which he was told “I think what you dois awesome.”Sing-alongs, slow songs and all the hits the Ed Sheeran Experience is a show not to be missed.

Sunday 21st September 2025
Warbird Weekend #8
@10:00 - 17:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Tally-ho! It is with great pleasure we welcome Aero Legends’ Warbird fleet as frequent visitors,[...]

Saturday 27th September 2025
Microlight Fly-In
@10:00 - 16:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Travelling light … For our final Aviator’s Spotlight Fly-In, we turn to the aircraft class[...]

Monday 29th September 2025
Tony Stockwell
 
Remarkably compelling, amazingly detailed, and always humorous The popular star of TV’s Street Psychic, Psychic[...]

Saturday 4th October 2025
Autumn Vintage Fly-In
@10:00 - 16:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Wrap-up warm this autumn weekend … We’re travelling back in time to relive the Golden[...]

Sunday 5th October 2025
Autumn Vintage Fly-In
@10:00 - 16:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Wrap-up warm this autumn weekend … We’re travelling back in time to relive the Golden[...]

Monday 13th October 2025
Fippenny Garden Club: Pauline and David Wright: “Letting go of Lift the Latch and the Birth of Little Latch”
 
Pauline and David Wright: “Letting go of Lift the Latch and the Birth of Little[...]

Thursday 16th October 2025
Robbie Cumming
 
Come and enjoy this fun and interactive theatre show of canal themed escapism with Robbie; a vlogger, streamer, recording artist and TV personality who is known all over the north, midlands and south of England as “the Canal Man”.An intimate experience for fans of canals, alternative living and storytelling.

Friday 17th October 2025
Too Many Greek Myths (12+)
 
Join Living Spit as they tackle everything from Hades to Heracles, Midas to Medusa, with their trademark blend of hare-brained humour, questionable wigs and a total disregard for historical accuracy. Can they conquer the labyrinth of legends before time runs out? Or will the gods have the last laugh? Prepare for a mythological marathon-Living Spit style! An intimate experience for fans of canals, alternative living and storytelling.

Saturday 18th October 2025
Too Many Greek Myths (12+)
 
Join Living Spit as they tackle everything from Hades to Heracles, Midas to Medusa, with their trademark blend of hare-brained humour, questionable wigs and a total disregard for historical accuracy. Can they conquer the labyrinth of legends before time runs out? Or will the gods have the last laugh? Prepare for a mythological marathon-Living Spit style! An intimate experience for fans of canals, alternative living and storytelling.

Saturday 25th October 2025
Searchers & Hollies Experience
 
The Best Of Both Worlds brings to the stage the magical hits of the two legendary harmony bands, with memories of the most high-energy decade in pop music history. Let the haunting melodies transport you to that exciting era when millions of records were sold.

Sunday 26th October 2025
The Stickler
 
The Stickler (now in its 29th year) is a 10.1 mile multi terrain running race.

Saturday 8th November 2025
Fireworks Night
@17:30 - 21:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
Remember, remember… Fireworks Night returns to Compton Abbas Airfield!  A classic evening in the Compton[...]
TOM ROBINSON with Adam Phillips
 
Tom Robinson - banned by Radio One - exiled in East Berlin - and hounded by the tabloids - presents an evening of songs and stories from fifty years wandering the wilder shores of the Record Industry.

Monday 10th November 2025
Fippenny Garden Club: Harvest Supper
 
Harvest Supper The Fippenny Garden Club is a friendly club which welcomes new members and[...]

Saturday 15th November 2025
Andy Fairweather Low & The Lowriders
 
One of the most respected musicians in the world, Andy has played guitar with more legendary artists than most people can name – Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, The Band, Roger Waters ……..and hundreds more.  Andy now tours the world together with his band Ian Jennings  -  Bass & Vocals, Paul Beavis - Drums, Nick Pentelow  -  Sax & Clarinet & Richard Milner – Organ.

Saturday 22nd November 2025
Beyond the Barricade
 
Beyond the Barricade, the UK’s longest running Musical Theatre Concert Tour, is back for 2025.[...]

Saturday 29th November 2025
Los Pacaminos
 
The fun-loving spirit of Los Pacaminos is infectious, turning any evening into a celebration of music, rhythm, and great company.

Saturday 6th December 2025
Christmas Fly-In
@10:00 - 16:00 at Airfield, Compton Abbas
 
‘Tis the season of festive flying … Christmas comes to Compton Abbas Airfield! Any pilot[...]

Monday 8th December 2025
Fippenny Garden Club: Mitch Perkins, Dorset Wildlife Trust: Gardening for Wildlife
 
Mitch Perkins, Dorset Wildlife Trust: Gardening for Wildlife The Fippenny Garden Club is a friendly[...]

Saturday 13th December 2025
Stour Hall and Bow Room Concert
 
Sturminster Newton Orchestra was formed in 1990 by a group of friends wanting to create[...]

Wednesday 17th December 2025
Christmas Memories
 
Neil Sands and his amazing cast return with the brand-new 2025 production of their must-see Christmas Cracker! Don’t miss an afternoon full of festive joy and heartwarming nostalgia, featuring over 60 of your all-time favourite Christmas songs and carols.

Saturday 21st March 2026
Stour Hall and Bow Room Concert
 
Sturminster Newton Orchestra was formed in 1990 by a group of friends wanting to create[...]

Saturday 18th July 2026
Stour Hall and Bow Room Concert
 
Sturminster Newton Orchestra was formed in 1990 by a group of friends wanting to create[...]