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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: Childrens or Family Event (8), Community (199), Durlston Country Park (142), Education (5), Exhibitions, Shows (2), Food and Drink (2), History and Heritage (1), Music (7), Theatre and Stage (1), .

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Events this week

Mar
22^nd

March Makers at The Old Blacksmiths Various times

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

The Flying Scotsman Various times

At Swanage Railway. Five services each day, non-stop, tickets £40, round trip only. ...
In History and Heritage events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette

U3a Archaeology 08:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Fri, 22 Mar 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

Live Music: Cecily - Wareham Whalers 19:30 to 21:30

Wareham Whalers celebrate poet Cicely Fox Smith (1882-1954), who wrote almost 700 poems and numerous books including a book of shanties that she collected from sailors. Readings, songs and shanties. ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events

Mar
23^rd

March Makers at The Old Blacksmiths Various times

The Flying Scotsman Various times

At Swanage Railway. Five services each day, non-stop, tickets £40, round trip only. ...
In History and Heritage events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette

Swanage Landers Litter Pick 09:30

Meet at 9.30am at Main Beach Car Park, Victoria Avenue, Swanage. Ffi: please see the Litter-Free Purbeck Facebook page or email litterfreepurbeck@gmail.com ...
In Community events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette

Christian Aid Lunch 12:30 to 13:30

At the Parish Hall Wareham suggested minimum donation £5 also Traidcraft stall. All welcome. ...
In Community events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette

Medicine Creek 20:00

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

Mar
24^th

March Makers at The Old Blacksmiths Various times

The Flying Scotsman Various times

At Swanage Railway. Five services each day, non-stop, tickets £40, round trip only. ...
In History and Heritage events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette

Dorset Countryside Volunteers Various times

At Upton Wood (at the Purbeck-Poole border) where we will be removing scrub to maintain open areas in the woodland. We welcome new people interested in caring for our countryside. For details see ...
In Animals and Conservation events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette

Wildlife Wander 14:00 to 15:30

Walk with a ranger to discover more about Durlston‘s wildlife. £3 Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events

Mutter Slater Band 15:30

At The Legion, Swanage. Ffi 01929 422722. ...
In Music events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette

Mar
25^th

March Makers at The Old Blacksmiths Various times

The Flying Scotsman Various times

At Swanage Railway. Five services each day, non-stop, tickets £40, round trip only. ...
In History and Heritage events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette

U3a Table Tennis 08:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Mon, 25 Mar 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

Pins Needles - Meeting Room 13:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Mon, 25 Mar 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

Cath Newman Monday Yoga 18:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Mon, 25 Mar 2019 6 pm - 11 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
At Harmans Cross in Community events

Mar
26^th

March Makers at The Old Blacksmiths Various times

The Flying Scotsman Various times

At Swanage Railway. Five services each day, non-stop, tickets £40, round trip only. ...
In History and Heritage events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette

Cath Newman Tuesday Yoga 08:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Tue, 26 Mar 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

Judy Robson Art Group 13:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Tue, 26 Mar 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

U3a Meeting 13:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Tue, 26 Mar 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

U3a Committee 13:00

Mar
27^th

March Makers at The Old Blacksmiths Various times

Flying Scotsman on static display Various times

At Corfe Castle Station. ...
In History and Heritage events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette

U3a French Group 08:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Wed, 27 Mar 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

Harmony Rocks Choir Practice 13:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Wed, 27 Mar 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

Gentle Stroll 14:30 to 15:00

Free half-hour stroll along some of Durlston’s trails. Donations welcome. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events

Mar
28^th

March Makers at The Old Blacksmiths Various times

Flying Scotsman on static display Various times

At Corfe Castle Station. ...
In History and Heritage events
Event supplied by The Purbeck Gazette

U3a Meeting Point 08:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Thu, 28 Mar 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

Post Office In Foyer 09:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Thu, 28 Mar 2019 9:30 am - 11:30 am GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
At Harmans Cross in Community events

Cath Newman Thursday Yoga 18:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Thu, 28 Mar 2019 6 pm - 11 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
At Harmans Cross in Community events

Festivals

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

Swanage Railway's Diesel Gala

10^th May 2019 to 12^th May 2019

The Diesel Gala will see an impressive line up of diesel locomotives operating on the Swanage Railway.

Purbeck Pirate Festival

24^th May 2019 to 27^th May 2019

The Purbeck Pirate Festival at Sandpit Field

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

25^th May 2019 to 9^th 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.

Swanage Fish Festival

8^th June 2019 to 9^th June 2019

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

Wilkswood Reggae Festival

19^th July 2019 to 21^st July 2019

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

Swanage Carnival Week

27^th July 2019 to 3^rd 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.