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Whats On in the Isle of Purbeck

Throughout the year Swanage and the Isle of Purbeck plays host to a wide array of events and festivals for all ages. You can filter the events by: Art and Museums (1), Childrens or Family Event (18), Community (134), Durlston Country Park (238), Education (5), Exhibitions, Shows (5), Fetes and Festivals (3), Food and Drink (4), Gardens, Countryside (1), History and Heritage (3), Hobbies (2), Music (9), Sport and Exercise, Walks (62), Theatre and Stage (3), .

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Events this week

May
21st 

2 Hour Old Harry Rocks adventures £35pp 09:00 to 11:00

Join one of our 2 hour kayaking tours (suitable for age 8+) to see the World Famous old Harry Rocks in Studland, Dorset rated ????? on Trip Advisor! These 2 hour old harry rocks kayaking tours in studland, ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Half Day Old Harry Rocks Kayak Adventure £50pp 13:00 to 16:00

Join one of our signature half day kayaking tours (suitable for age 12+) to see the World Famous old Harry Rocks in Studland, Dorset rated ????? on Trip Advisor! These half day old harry rocks kayaking ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Judy Robson Art Group 13:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Tue, 21 May 2019 1 pm - 7 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
At Harmans Cross in Community events
  

Stand Up Paddleboarding 2 Hour Taster Course £35pp 14:30 to 16:30

Stand Up Paddleboarding is becoming the fastest growing watersport and we know exactly why! Join our expert Stand Up Paddleboarding Instructors to learn how to SUP at one of the South Coasts most perfectly ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Prospero's Books Dir. Peter Greenaway 19:00 to 22:00

This film reflects the Flights of Fancy theme of our Festival. It is a 1991 British avant-garde adaptation of Shakespeare’s The Tempest writtenand directed by Peter Greenaway. Sir John Geilgud plays ...
At Wareham in Theatre and Stage events
May
22nd 

2 Hour Old Harry Rocks adventures £35pp 09:00 to 11:00

Join one of our 2 hour kayaking tours (suitable for age 8+) to see the World Famous old Harry Rocks in Studland, Dorset rated ????? on Trip Advisor! These 2 hour old harry rocks kayaking tours in studland, ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Half Day Old Harry Rocks Kayak Adventure £50pp 13:00 to 16:00

Join one of our signature half day kayaking tours (suitable for age 12+) to see the World Famous old Harry Rocks in Studland, Dorset rated ????? on Trip Advisor! These half day old harry rocks kayaking ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Harmony Rocks Choir Practice 13:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Wed, 22 May 2019 1 pm - 6 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
At Harmans Cross in Community events
  

Stand Up Paddleboarding 2 Hour Taster Course £35pp 14:30 to 16:30

Stand Up Paddleboarding is becoming the fastest growing watersport and we know exactly why! Join our expert Stand Up Paddleboarding Instructors to learn how to SUP at one of the South Coasts most perfectly ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Prospero's Books Dir. Peter Greenaway 19:00 to 22:00

This film reflects the Flights of Fancy theme of our Festival. It is a 1991 British avant-garde adaptation of Shakespeare’s The Tempest writtenand directed by Peter Greenaway. Sir John Geilgud plays ...
At Wareham in Theatre and Stage events
  

Wareham & District Archaeology & Local History Soc 19:30

Meetings held at Wareham Town Hall. Lilian Ladle - Trade around Poole Harbour – bringing in and taking out the goods BC – AD. ...
In History and Heritage events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
May
23rd 

U3a Meeting Point 08:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Thu, 23 May 2019 8:30 am - 1 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
At Harmans Cross in Community events
  

2 Hour Old Harry Rocks adventures £35pp 09:00 to 11:00

Join one of our 2 hour kayaking tours (suitable for age 8+) to see the World Famous old Harry Rocks in Studland, Dorset rated ????? on Trip Advisor! These 2 hour old harry rocks kayaking tours in studland, ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Half Day Old Harry Rocks Kayak Adventure £50pp 13:00 to 16:00

Join one of our signature half day kayaking tours (suitable for age 12+) to see the World Famous old Harry Rocks in Studland, Dorset rated ????? on Trip Advisor! These half day old harry rocks kayaking ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Stand Up Paddleboarding 2 Hour Taster Course £35pp 14:30 to 16:30

Stand Up Paddleboarding is becoming the fastest growing watersport and we know exactly why! Join our expert Stand Up Paddleboarding Instructors to learn how to SUP at one of the South Coasts most perfectly ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Prospero's Books Dir. Peter Greenaway 19:00 to 22:00

This film reflects the Flights of Fancy theme of our Festival. It is a 1991 British avant-garde adaptation of Shakespeare’s The Tempest writtenand directed by Peter Greenaway. Sir John Geilgud plays ...
At Wareham in Theatre and Stage events
  

The Vintage Motor Cycle Club Open Meeting 20:00

South Dorset Section is undergoing a recruitment drive to attract new members.  The open meeting will be held at The Three Compasses Inn at Charminster, nr Dorchester, DT2  9QT.  All motorcyclists ...
In Hobbies events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
May
24th 
details for

Purbeck Pirate Festival

Held in the seaside town of Swanage on the Isle of Purbeck in south Dorset, the Purbeck Pirate Festival is a three-day affair, held during the late May Bank Holiday each year. The festival encompasses
In Local Festivals
  

Beer Fesival Various times

At The Kings Arms, Stoborough. Live music all weekend, wide range of beers, ciders and ales available! ...
In Fetes and Festivals events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

2 Hour Old Harry Rocks adventures £35pp 09:00 to 11:00

Join one of our 2 hour kayaking tours (suitable for age 8+) to see the World Famous old Harry Rocks in Studland, Dorset rated ????? on Trip Advisor! These 2 hour old harry rocks kayaking tours in studland, ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Art Exhibition All Day 09:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Fri, 24 May 2019 All Day) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
At Harmans Cross in Community events
  

Half Day Old Harry Rocks Kayak Adventure £50pp 13:00 to 16:00

Join one of our signature half day kayaking tours (suitable for age 12+) to see the World Famous old Harry Rocks in Studland, Dorset rated ????? on Trip Advisor! These half day old harry rocks kayaking ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Stand Up Paddleboarding 2 Hour Taster Course £35pp 14:30 to 16:30

Stand Up Paddleboarding is becoming the fastest growing watersport and we know exactly why! Join our expert Stand Up Paddleboarding Instructors to learn how to SUP at one of the South Coasts most perfectly ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Seabird Boat Trip 19:00 to 21:00

Evening cruise from Swanage Pier guided by Durlston Rangers Seabirds, geology and more! To book, call 02077400400 visit Swanage Pier or citycruisespoole.com £18 A, £12 C, Family (1A3C) £30, Family (2A3C) ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
  

Jim Carey and the Saboteurs: Riots and Lobsters 19:30 to 22:00

Expect an enthralling evening of music first created for plays toured nationally by Kneehigh Theatre in the 1990s, including Ting Tang Mine, The Bogus, The King of Prussia, and The Riot. All the music ...
At Corfe Castle in Theatre and Stage events
  

Prospero's Books Dir. Peter Greenaway 19:00 to 22:00

This film reflects the Flights of Fancy theme of our Festival. It is a 1991 British avant-garde adaptation of Shakespeare’s The Tempest writtenand directed by Peter Greenaway. Sir John Geilgud plays ...
At Wareham in Theatre and Stage events
May
25th 
details for

Purbeck Pirate Festival

Held in the seaside town of Swanage on the Isle of Purbeck in south Dorset, the Purbeck Pirate Festival is a three-day affair, held during the late May Bank Holiday each year. The festival encompasses
In Local Festivals
  
details for

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

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
In Local Festivals
  

Beer Fesival Various times

At The Kings Arms, Stoborough. Live music all weekend, wide range of beers, ciders and ales available! ...
In Fetes and Festivals events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Purbeck Art Weeks Various times

Ffi: purbeckartweeks.co.uk ...
In Art and Museums events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Purbeck Pirate Festival Various times

Events all over Swanage! Re-enactments, beach skirmishes, parade, stalls, games, music and much more! ...
In Childrens or Family Event events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Free Art Exhibition Various times

At Faith House, Holton Lee. Part of Purbeck Art Weeks (venue no.45). Free Parking, sat nav BH16 6JN. ...
In Art and Museums events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

2 Hour Old Harry Rocks adventures £35pp 09:00 to 11:00

Join one of our 2 hour kayaking tours (suitable for age 8+) to see the World Famous old Harry Rocks in Studland, Dorset rated ????? on Trip Advisor! These 2 hour old harry rocks kayaking tours in studland, ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Art Exhibition All Day 09:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Sat, 25 May 2019 All Day) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
At Harmans Cross in Community events
  

Fore / Adventure - Kayak, Fish, Forage and Feast 09:30 to 14:30

We happen to have some pretty nifty kayak fishing instructors on the team so you're in the best hands to try and catch your lunch or dinner. We’ll be fishing off the kayaks using rods or handlines for ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  
details for

May half term medieval mischief

Celebrate a little May madness at the castle this half-term. Join in with the medieval jester academy, play the games you discover as you explore the castle and find the shields to complete the castle ...
At Corfe Castle in Childrens or Family Event events
  

'Into the Blue' Art Exhibition - Cathy Veale 10:00 to 17:00

Exhibition of new paintings by Cathy Veale. Original paintings and limited edition prints for sale. Admission free. ...
At Swanage in Exhibitions, Shows events
  

Make your own Pirate Mask 10:00 to 16:00

Join in and make yourself a pirate mask to take home with you . . . simple cutting and sticking with artist Darrell Wakelam. Just turn up and have run. £3.00 per person ...
At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
  

Heather Gibbons: Drawn to the Edge with Brushes of Colour 10:00 to 17:00

Evocative Purbeck in Oils and Charcoal and Peter Boyce-Tomkins Sculptures in wood. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
  
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May half term: Medieval Fool's School

  Learn new skills, play games and make mischief at the medieval Fool’s School in the Outer Bailey. Event ticket prices This event is free, but normal admission charges apply ...
At Corfe Castle in Childrens or Family Event events
  

Mindfulness Walk 10:30 to 12:00

Join ‘Mindful Nurse‘ Nikki Harman to learn some simple relaxation techniques. Booking essential. £5. Learning Centre Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
  

Purbeck Art Weeks @ The Old Blacksmiths 10:30 to 17:00

An ever-changing showcase of the best in fine art, ceramics, jewellery, textiles, artisan produce and handmade gifts, all set in an idyllic venue within the heart of Purbeck. Locally made tasty treats ...
At West Creech in Exhibitions, Shows events
  

Exhibition of Local Artists & makers 10:00 to 17:00

At The Old Blacksmaiths, Creech, BH20 5DG. Refreshments (inc. gluten free cake) available. Ffi: theoldblacksmiths.com ...
In Exhibitions, Shows events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

PAW Festival Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00

At The Gallery at 41, Corfe Castle. Closed Tues. Ffi: galleryat41.com ...
In Art and Museums events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Cathy Veale Exhibition of Paintings 10:00 to 17:00

At Purbeck House Hotel, Swanage. Ffi: cathyveale.co.uk ...
In Art and Museums events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

PAW Makers Market 10:00 to 16:30

At Burngate Stone Craving Centre, Worth Matravers. Demonstrations, work for sale, refreshments. ...
In Fetes and Festivals events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Half Day Old Harry Rocks Kayak Adventure £50pp 13:00 to 16:00

Join one of our signature half day kayaking tours (suitable for age 12+) to see the World Famous old Harry Rocks in Studland, Dorset rated ????? on Trip Advisor! These half day old harry rocks kayaking ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Fore / Adventure - Kayak, Fish, Forage and Feast 13:30 to 18:30

We happen to have some pretty nifty kayak fishing instructors on the team so you're in the best hands to try and catch your lunch or dinner. We’ll be fishing off the kayaks using rods or handlines for ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Stand Up Paddleboarding 2 Hour Taster Course £35pp 14:30 to 16:30

Stand Up Paddleboarding is becoming the fastest growing watersport and we know exactly why! Join our expert Stand Up Paddleboarding Instructors to learn how to SUP at one of the South Coasts most perfectly ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Introduction to Orienteering 14:00 to 16:00

Learn to read an orienteering map and navigate a course. Kids and adults welcome. Booking essential. £4. Learning Centre Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
  

Free Sailing Taster Session 14:00 to 17:00

At Swanage Sailing Club, adults & kids. Just turn up or contac:t gbuglass@bipcom.co.uk ...
In Childrens or Family Event events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

An English Coronation 18:30 to 20:30

The four coronations of the 20th century were enormous and extravagant. Replete with festive pageantry, these ceremonies were joyful celebrations of British music, employing tremendous forces. Choirs ...
At Wareham in Music events
  

'An English Coronation'/ Gabrieli Consort 18:30

At St Mary's, Wareham. Part of Purbeck Art Weeks. ...
In Music events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Prospero's Books Dir. Peter Greenaway 19:00 to 22:00

This film reflects the Flights of Fancy theme of our Festival. It is a 1991 British avant-garde adaptation of Shakespeare’s The Tempest writtenand directed by Peter Greenaway. Sir John Geilgud plays ...
At Wareham in Theatre and Stage events
  

Mountain Firework Company 20:00

At The Square & Compass, Worth Matravers. Ffi: 01929 439229 ...
In Music events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
May
26th 
details for

Purbeck Pirate Festival

Held in the seaside town of Swanage on the Isle of Purbeck in south Dorset, the Purbeck Pirate Festival is a three-day affair, held during the late May Bank Holiday each year. The festival encompasses
In Local Festivals
  
details for

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

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
In Local Festivals
  

Beer Fesival Various times

At The Kings Arms, Stoborough. Live music all weekend, wide range of beers, ciders and ales available! ...
In Fetes and Festivals events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Purbeck Art Weeks Various times

Ffi: purbeckartweeks.co.uk ...
In Art and Museums events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Purbeck Pirate Festival Various times

Events all over Swanage! Re-enactments, beach skirmishes, parade, stalls, games, music and much more! ...
In Childrens or Family Event events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Free Art Exhibition Various times

At Faith House, Holton Lee. Part of Purbeck Art Weeks (venue no.45). Free Parking, sat nav BH16 6JN. ...
In Art and Museums events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

2 Hour Old Harry Rocks adventures £35pp 09:00 to 11:00

Join one of our 2 hour kayaking tours (suitable for age 8+) to see the World Famous old Harry Rocks in Studland, Dorset rated ????? on Trip Advisor! These 2 hour old harry rocks kayaking tours in studland, ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Art Exhibition All Day 09:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Sun, 26 May 2019 All Day) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
At Harmans Cross in Community events
  
details for

Trust10

Trust10 is a free monthly trail run across selected National Trust sites, open to both members and non members. Come along with your friends and family, explore the landscape and enjoy a challenging multi ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Park Yoga 09:30 to 10:30

Enjoy a 1 hour outdoor yoga session. Please visit www.parkyoga.co for more information. Every Sunday until 1 Sept. Free. Learning Centre. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
  
details for

May half term medieval mischief

Celebrate a little May madness at the castle this half-term. Join in with the medieval jester academy, play the games you discover as you explore the castle and find the shields to complete the castle ...
At Corfe Castle in Childrens or Family Event events
  

'Into the Blue' Art Exhibition - Cathy Veale 10:00 to 17:00

Exhibition of new paintings by Cathy Veale. Original paintings and limited edition prints for sale. Admission free. ...
At Swanage in Exhibitions, Shows events
  

Heather Gibbons: Drawn to the Edge with Brushes of Colour 10:00 to 17:00

Evocative Purbeck in Oils and Charcoal and Peter Boyce-Tomkins Sculptures in wood. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
  
details for

May half term: Medieval Fool's School

  Learn new skills, play games and make mischief at the medieval Fool’s School in the Outer Bailey. Event ticket prices This event is free, but normal admission charges apply ...
At Corfe Castle in Childrens or Family Event events
  

Purbeck Art Weeks @ The Old Blacksmiths 10:30 to 17:00

An ever-changing showcase of the best in fine art, ceramics, jewellery, textiles, artisan produce and handmade gifts, all set in an idyllic venue within the heart of Purbeck. Locally made tasty treats ...
At West Creech in Exhibitions, Shows events
  

Pirate Magic Show 10:00 to 16:00

Kevin Burke returns to the pier with his hugely popular Pirate Magic Show; between shows, Kevin will be stilt-walking around the area, along with juggling & magic ... fun for kids and adults alike! ...
At Swanage in Childrens or Family Event events
  

Purbeck Footprints: Wildlife Photography Walk 10:30 to 12:00

Join wildlife photographer Julian Sawyer to ‘develop‘ your photographic skills. Booking essential. £5. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
  

Exhibition of Local Artists & makers 10:00 to 17:00

At The Old Blacksmaiths, Creech, BH20 5DG. Refreshments (inc. gluten free cake) available. Ffi: theoldblacksmiths.com ...
In Exhibitions, Shows events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

PAW Festival Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00

At The Gallery at 41, Corfe Castle. Closed Tues. Ffi: galleryat41.com ...
In Art and Museums events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Cathy Veale Exhibition of Paintings 10:00 to 17:00

At Purbeck House Hotel, Swanage. Ffi: cathyveale.co.uk ...
In Art and Museums events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

PAW Makers Market 10:00 to 16:30

At Burngate Stone Craving Centre, Worth Matravers. Demonstrations, work for sale, refreshments. ...
In Fetes and Festivals events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

GroundDog Day 11:00

At Maragaret Grenn Lincoln Farm Rescue Centre, Bere Rd, Winterborne Kingston DT11 9BP. Dog Show, dog agility, food and refreshments. ...
In Childrens or Family Event events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Half Day Old Harry Rocks Kayak Adventure £50pp 13:00 to 16:00

Join one of our signature half day kayaking tours (suitable for age 12+) to see the World Famous old Harry Rocks in Studland, Dorset rated ????? on Trip Advisor! These half day old harry rocks kayaking ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Stand Up Paddleboarding 2 Hour Taster Course £35pp 14:30 to 16:30

Stand Up Paddleboarding is becoming the fastest growing watersport and we know exactly why! Join our expert Stand Up Paddleboarding Instructors to learn how to SUP at one of the South Coasts most perfectly ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Orchids and Ox-eyes: Wildflower Walk 14:30 to 16:00

Stroll with botanist Ted Pratt to enjoy spectacular displays of wildflowers. £3. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
  

Gadjo 14:00

At The Square & Compass, Worth Matravers. Ffi: 01929 439229 ...
In Music events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Prospero's Books Dir. Peter Greenaway 19:00 to 22:00

This film reflects the Flights of Fancy theme of our Festival. It is a 1991 British avant-garde adaptation of Shakespeare’s The Tempest writtenand directed by Peter Greenaway. Sir John Geilgud plays ...
At Wareham in Theatre and Stage events
May
27th 
details for

Purbeck Pirate Festival

Held in the seaside town of Swanage on the Isle of Purbeck in south Dorset, the Purbeck Pirate Festival is a three-day affair, held during the late May Bank Holiday each year. The festival encompasses
In Local Festivals
  
details for

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

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
In Local Festivals
  

Beer Fesival Various times

At The Kings Arms, Stoborough. Live music all weekend, wide range of beers, ciders and ales available! ...
In Fetes and Festivals events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Purbeck Art Weeks Various times

Ffi: purbeckartweeks.co.uk ...
In Art and Museums events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Purbeck Pirate Festival Various times

Events all over Swanage! Re-enactments, beach skirmishes, parade, stalls, games, music and much more! ...
In Childrens or Family Event events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Free Art Exhibition Various times

At Faith House, Holton Lee. Part of Purbeck Art Weeks (venue no.45). Free Parking, sat nav BH16 6JN. ...
In Art and Museums events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

2 Hour Old Harry Rocks adventures £35pp 09:00 to 11:00

Join one of our 2 hour kayaking tours (suitable for age 8+) to see the World Famous old Harry Rocks in Studland, Dorset rated ????? on Trip Advisor! These 2 hour old harry rocks kayaking tours in studland, ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

'Into the Blue' Art Exhibition - Cathy Veale 10:00 to 17:00

Exhibition of new paintings by Cathy Veale. Original paintings and limited edition prints for sale. Admission free. ...
At Swanage in Exhibitions, Shows events
  

Heather Gibbons: Drawn to the Edge with Brushes of Colour 10:00 to 17:00

Evocative Purbeck in Oils and Charcoal and Peter Boyce-Tomkins Sculptures in wood. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
  

Purbeck Art Weeks @ The Old Blacksmiths 10:30 to 17:00

An ever-changing showcase of the best in fine art, ceramics, jewellery, textiles, artisan produce and handmade gifts, all set in an idyllic venue within the heart of Purbeck. Locally made tasty treats ...
At West Creech in Exhibitions, Shows events
  
details for

May half term: Corfe Castle village May Fair

Visit the castle and enjoy a traditional May Fair celebration organised by Corfe Castle village, with a selection of stalls, food and drink, a dog agility show and a full programme of entertainment. ...
At Corfe Castle in Childrens or Family Event events
  

Exhibition of Local Artists & makers 10:00 to 17:00

At The Old Blacksmaiths, Creech, BH20 5DG. Refreshments (inc. gluten free cake) available. Ffi: theoldblacksmiths.com ...
In Exhibitions, Shows events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

PAW Festival Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00

At The Gallery at 41, Corfe Castle. Closed Tues. Ffi: galleryat41.com ...
In Art and Museums events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Cathy Veale Exhibition of Paintings 10:00 to 17:00

At Purbeck House Hotel, Swanage. Ffi: cathyveale.co.uk ...
In Art and Museums events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

PAW Makers Market 10:00 to 16:30

At Burngate Stone Craving Centre, Worth Matravers. Demonstrations, work for sale, refreshments. ...
In Fetes and Festivals events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

St John's the Evangelist Church Flower Festival 10:00

In the grounds of St John’s the Evangelist Church East Holme. The church will be decorated with floral displays and outside there will be a book stall, raffle, tombola, plant stall, games for the ...
In Fetes and Festivals events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette
  

Half Day Old Harry Rocks Kayak Adventure £50pp 13:00 to 16:00

Join one of our signature half day kayaking tours (suitable for age 12+) to see the World Famous old Harry Rocks in Studland, Dorset rated ????? on Trip Advisor! These half day old harry rocks kayaking ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Stand Up Paddleboarding 2 Hour Taster Course £35pp 14:30 to 16:30

Stand Up Paddleboarding is becoming the fastest growing watersport and we know exactly why! Join our expert Stand Up Paddleboarding Instructors to learn how to SUP at one of the South Coasts most perfectly ...
At Studland in Sport and Exercise, Walks events
  

Companions in Song 19:30 to 21:00

Roseanna Bowen (soprano) and Grace Lovelass (mezzo-soprano) present some of opera’s greatest characters alongside their quarrelsome siblings and most trusted confidantes – with Matthew Clarke ...
At Langton Matravers in Music events
  

Prospero's Books Dir. Peter Greenaway 19:00 to 22:00

This film reflects the Flights of Fancy theme of our Festival. It is a 1991 British avant-garde adaptation of Shakespeare’s The Tempest writtenand directed by Peter Greenaway. Sir John Geilgud plays ...
At Wareham in Theatre and Stage events

Festivals

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

details for Purbeck Pirate Festival
Purbeck Pirate Festival

24th May 2019 to 27th May 2019

The Purbeck Pirate Festival at Sandpit Field
details for Purbeck Art Weeks Festival
Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

25th May 2019 to 9th June 2019

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival offers wonderful art, concerts and talks in venues across beautiful Purbeck.  Enjoy exploring the array of Open Studios  and the huge range of artistic riches, from painting, photography and sculpture to ceramics.
details for Swanage Fish Festival
Swanage Fish Festival

8th June 2019 to 9th June 2019

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

19th July 2019 to 21st July 2019

Peace, love & harmony in the woods by the sea.
details for Swanage Carnival Week
Swanage Carnival Week

27th July 2019 to 3rd August 2019

The week long event begins on Saturday night with a large firework display followed by the procession of decorated floats and bands on Sunday afternoon.
details for Swanage Rep Theatre Season
Swanage Rep Theatre Season

7th August 2019 to 24th August 2019

Three plays in three weeks! Professional theatre at its best
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