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Whats On for April 2022

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 (2), Community (308), Durlston Country Park (210), Fetes and Festivals (2), History and Heritage (3), .

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Events in April 2022

Apr
1st 

U3a Computer Group Subject To Covid Restriction 07:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. More details - http://harmanscross.greenhousecms.co.uk/Diary/U3A-COMPUTER-GROUP-subject-to-Covid-res-2022-04-01 Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans ...
At Harmans Cross in Community events
  

Drawing in Pencil, Pen & Ink 11:00

Join Madelaine Devenay for a 3 hour drawing workshop. Suitable for beginners and improvers. All materials provided. Booking essential £20. Learning Centre. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
  

FREE Total Body Walx! 12:30

Join Walx for a free taster into Nordic Walking. Free use of Nordic Poles included. Book via WALX Dorset using code : 1FREEWALX Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
2nd 

On Wing & Shore Exhibition 10:30

Expressive and finely detailed artwork by local artist Katy Harrald. Using the traditional artform of pencil and graphite to explore the hidden lives and complexity of Dorset coastline flora & fauna. Fine ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
4th 

Cuppa and a Chat 14:00

Enjoy a cuppa, make some new friends and enjoy the lovely woodland setting of the Durlston ‘Shed‘. Just drop in and say hello to our lovely ‘Sheddies‘. FREE. Shed. Venue: Durlston ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
7th 

Castle Tour 11:00

Take a tour to discover more about Durlston Castle. Donations welcome. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
8th 

U3a Genealogy Group Subject To Covid Restriction 07:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. More details - http://harmanscross.greenhousecms.co.uk/Diary/U3A-GENEALOGY-GROUP-subject-to-Covid-re-2022-04-08 Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans ...
At Harmans Cross in Community events
  

Easter Trail 10:00

The Easter Bunny has been busy at Durlston, hop along the Easter trail to win a prize! £3. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
  

U3a Advanced Driving 12:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Takes place on: 20220410 13:00:00 More details - http://harmanscross.greenhousecms.co.uk/Diary/U3A-Advanced-Driving-2022-04-10 Visit the website for further information. ...
At Harmans Cross in Community events
Apr
9th 

Spring Seed Bomb Making! 11:00

Drop in any time from 11am until 4:30pm to make your own seed bomb! Wrap in biodegradable paper and decorate! £1 per seed bomb. Belvedere. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
11th 

Childrens Nature and Woodland Art 11:00

Join Artist/Illustrator Mark Page for a workshop learning the art of drawing animals, plants and the nature around us! All materials are included. Ages 7+. Booking essential £15. Learning Centre. Venue: ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
  

Cuppa and a Chat 14:00

Enjoy a cuppa, make some new friends and enjoy the lovely woodland setting of the Durlston ‘Shed‘. Just drop in and say hello to our lovely ‘Sheddies‘. FREE. Shed. Venue: Durlston ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
12th 

Movie Night 17:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. More details - http://harmanscross.greenhousecms.co.uk/Diary/Movie-Night-2022-04-12 Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: ...
At Harmans Cross in Community events
Apr
14th 

Family Event: Lets Go Fly a Kite 11:00

Design and make your own mini kites, then learn to fly them! Booking essential £3. Learning Centre. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
17th 

Life on the Edge! Seabirds of Durlston Walk 11:00

Join a Ranger to learn about the seabirds of Durlston. Bring your binoculars! £3. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
18th 

Cuppa and a Chat 14:00

Enjoy a cuppa, make some new friends and enjoy the lovely woodland setting of the Durlston ‘Shed‘. Just drop in and say hello to our lovely ‘Sheddies‘. FREE. Shed. Venue: Durlston ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
19th 

Family Event Dolphins and the Deep Blue Sea 11:00

Discover more about the lives of Dolphins seen at Durlston through games and activities. Booking essential £3. Learning Centre. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
20th 

Wild Wednesdays 11:00

Drop in anytime between 11am-3pm for wild wednesdays with painting, crafts and activities. Donations welcome. Learning Centre. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
21st 

Life on the Edge! Seabirds of Durlston Walk 11:00

Join a Ranger to learn about the seabirds of Durlston. Bring your binoculars! £3. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
22nd 

Wild Play Day! 11:00

Come along and try our fantastic Wild Play Trail. Try your hand at our children‘s Easter Activity trail, have a go at orienteering, get your hands on our Activity Cards or make some wild art! (Charges ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
24th 

Glass Engraving for Beginners 11:00

Come and learn this fascinating and beautiful craft. No experience needed. Create your own masterpiece. Ages 8+. Booking essential £10. Learning Centre. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
25th 

Cuppa and a Chat 14:00

Enjoy a cuppa, make some new friends and enjoy the lovely woodland setting of the Durlston ‘Shed‘. Just drop in and say hello to our lovely ‘Sheddies‘. FREE. Shed. Venue: Durlston ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
27th 

Happy Horticulture 10:00

Join the Sheddies for some gentle gardening to get the shed ready for spring. FREE. Donations welcome. Shed. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events
Apr
28th 

Weaving Wood and Stone Exhibition 10:30

A showcase of highly skilled artist and makers bespoke and handcrafted 2D and 3D works; celebrating form, texture, mark-making and the beauty of tactile natural materials. FREE. Fine Foundation Gallery. ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events

Festivals

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

details for Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

11th September 2021 to 26th September 2021

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 Blues Festival

Swanage Blues Festival

30th September 2021 to 3rd October 2021

Swanage Blues Festivals take place in March and October each year
details for Purbeck Film Festival

Purbeck Film Festival

22nd October 2021 to 31st October 2021

Films shown in and around the Isle of Purbeck
details for Swanage Blues Festival

Swanage Blues Festival

3rd March 2022 to 6th March 2022

Swanage Blues Festivals take place in March and October each year
details for Wilkswood Reggae Festival

Wilkswood Reggae Festival

22nd July 2022 to 24th July 2022

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

Swanage Carnival Week

30th July 2022 to 6th August 2022

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.
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