Events and Festivals in Swanage & the Isle of Purbeck
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08:30 to 13:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: ...
10:00 to 16:00
Fine Foundation Gallery, Swanage
Art and Museums events
Take a trip to the Fine Foundation Gallery for one of Durlston's in-house exhibitions 'Durlston Past'. Explore ...
10:00 to 17:00
February Half Term: Adventure Quest
The Tank Museum, Bovington
Childrens or Family Event events
Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dorset’s ...
13:00 to 18:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Pins And Needles at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
14:00 to 16:00
The Durlston Shed , Swanage
Community events
Drop in to the Durlston shed, get to know some of our volunteers, make friends and enjoy the lovely setting. Free to ...
18:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Jodi Purbeck Yoga at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
18:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Jodi Purbeck Yoga at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
10:00 to 12:00
Knoll Beach, Ferry Road, Studland
Sport and Exercise, Walks events
A walk for neurodivergent people to connect and enjoy nature together. Led by ADHD coach Jane Woods and National Trust.A ...
10:00 to 17:00
February Half Term: Adventure Quest
The Tank Museum, Bovington
Childrens or Family Event events
Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dorset’s ...
18:30 to 20:00
Hxvh Movie Night Group Meeting
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Hxvh Movie Night Group Meeting at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village ...
08:30 to 13:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
U3a French Group at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
10:00 to 17:00
February Half Term: Adventure Quest
The Tank Museum, Bovington
Childrens or Family Event events
Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dorset’s ...
13:00 to 18:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Harmony Rocks at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
18:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Drum Practice P.L at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: ...
09:00 to 12:30
Purbeck Patchwork And Quilting
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Purbeck Patchwork And Quilting at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village ...
10:00 to 16:00
Fine Foundation Gallery, Swanage
Art and Museums events
Unseen | Unmasked is a powerful photographic exhibition by Harris (The1Harris), sharing experiences of Neurodivergence, ...
10:00 to 17:00
February Half Term: Adventure Quest
The Tank Museum, Bovington
Childrens or Family Event events
Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dorset’s ...
13:00 to 18:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Life Drawing at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
18:00 to 22:00
Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross
Community events
Yoga With Semra at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details.Venue: Harmans Cross Village HallWeb: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
10:00 to 16:00
Fine Foundation Gallery, Swanage
Art and Museums events
Unseen | Unmasked is a powerful photographic exhibition by Harris (The1Harris), sharing experiences of Neurodivergence, ...
10:00 to 17:00
February Half Term: Adventure Quest
The Tank Museum, Bovington
Childrens or Family Event events
Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dorset’s ...
09:00 to 11:00
Quiet Morning at The Tank Museum
The Tank Museum, Wool
History and Heritage events
Join us for a quiet morning aimed at anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to The Tank Museum. From 9am-11am all ...
10:00 to 16:00
Fine Foundation Gallery, Swanage
Art and Museums events
Unseen | Unmasked is a powerful photographic exhibition by Harris (The1Harris), sharing experiences of Neurodivergence, ...
10:00 to 17:00
February Half Term: Adventure Quest
The Tank Museum, Bovington
Childrens or Family Event events
Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dorset’s ...
13:00 to 14:00
British Sign Language Tour - The Tank Museum
The Tank Museum, Wool
History and Heritage events
The Tank Museum is hosting a BSL Tour on 31 January 2026. The hour-long tour will take place in the Tank Story Hall, featuring ...
18:30 to 21:30
Rectory Classroom, St Mary's Church, Church Hill, Swanage
Hobbies events
Would you enjoy a game of cards on a Saturday evening? You are welcome to join our friendly, local whist drive with tea, ...
10:00 to 17:00
February Half Term: Adventure Quest
The Tank Museum, Bovington
Childrens or Family Event events
Experience the biggest day out in history with interactive exhibitions, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dorset’s ...
18:30 to 21:30
Rectory Classroom, St Mary's Church, Church Hill, Swanage
Hobbies events
Would you enjoy a game of cards on a Saturday evening? You are welcome to join our friendly, local whist drive with tea, ...
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Up and coming festivals in the Isle of Purbeck. See All Festivals
23rd May 2026 to 7th June 2026
Purbeck Art Weeks Festival offers wonderful art, concerts and talks in venues across beautiful Purbeck. Enjoy exploring the array of Open Studios and the huge range of artistic riches, from painting, photography and sculpture to ceramics.
23rd May 2026 to 24th May 2026
The Swanage Pirate Festival is held in Swanage on the Isle of Purbeck in South Dorset
Swanage Fish and Food Festival
13th June 2026 to 14th June 2026
Join us for a celebration of all things ‘fishy’ as Swanage comes alive with a focus on delicious seafood and family activities.
