Events in Swanage
U3a Table Tennis
Mon 01st Dec
08:30

U3a Table Tennis

Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross

Community events

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit ...

U3a French
Wed 03rd Dec
08:30

U3a French

Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross

Community events

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a French at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the ...

Singing for Pleasure
Thu 04th Dec
14:00 to 15:00

Singing for Pleasure

Emmanuel Baptist Church, 160 Victoria Avenue, Swanage

Music events

Every Thursday 2pm to 3pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Supported by Dementia Friendly Purbeck We encourage people with ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Fri 05th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Poetry Show - Words To Inspire
Fri 05th Dec
13:00 to 14:00

Poetry Show - Words To Inspire

Swanage, Swanage

Exhibitions and Shows events

'Words To Inspire' poetry show each Friday at 13.00 on Purbeck Sounds. www.purbecksounds.com. We talk to local poets, hear ...

parkrun at Durlston
Sat 06th Dec
09:00 to 10:30

parkrun at Durlston

Durlston Country park, Swanage

Sport and Exercise, Walks events

Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's ...

Quiet Morning at The Tank Museum
Sat 06th Dec
09:00 to 12:00

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 sounds, ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Sat 06th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Swanage Christmas Market
Sat 06th Dec
10:00 to 16:00

Swanage Christmas Market

Station Road, Swanage

Community events

The Swanage Christmas Market is a cherished annual event that traditionally takes place along Station Road in Swanage, Dorset. ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Sun 07th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

U3a Table Tennis
Mon 08th Dec
08:30

U3a Table Tennis

Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross

Community events

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Mon 08th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Tue 09th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

U3a French
Wed 10th Dec
08:30

U3a French

Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross

Community events

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a French at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Wed 10th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Thu 11th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Singing for Pleasure
Thu 11th Dec
14:00 to 15:00

Singing for Pleasure

Emmanuel Baptist Church, 160 Victoria Avenue, Swanage

Music events

Every Thursday 2pm to 3pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Supported by Dementia Friendly Purbeck We encourage people with ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Fri 12th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Poetry Show - Words To Inspire
Fri 12th Dec
13:00 to 14:00

Poetry Show - Words To Inspire

Swanage, Swanage

Exhibitions and Shows events

'Words To Inspire' poetry show each Friday at 13.00 on Purbeck Sounds. www.purbecksounds.com. We talk to local poets, hear ...

Churchfitters Xmas Concert
Fri 12th Dec
14:00

Churchfitters Xmas Concert

Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross

Community events

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Churchfitters Xmas Concert at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit ...

parkrun at Durlston
Sat 13th Dec
09:00 to 10:30

parkrun at Durlston

Durlston Country park, Swanage

Sport and Exercise, Walks events

Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Sat 13th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Winter Lights
Sat 13th Dec
16:00 to 19:15

Winter Lights

The Square, Corfe Castle

Community events

Experience the magic of exploring Corfe Castle at night under the starsExplore the ruins of Corfe Castle lit under warm glowing ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Sun 14th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

U3a Table Tennis
Mon 15th Dec
08:30

U3a Table Tennis

Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross

Community events

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Mon 15th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Tue 16th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

U3a French
Wed 17th Dec
08:30

U3a French

Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross

Community events

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a French at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Wed 17th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Thu 18th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Singing for Pleasure
Thu 18th Dec
14:00 to 15:00

Singing for Pleasure

Emmanuel Baptist Church, 160 Victoria Avenue, Swanage

Music events

Every Thursday 2pm to 3pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Supported by Dementia Friendly Purbeck We encourage people with ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Fri 19th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Christmas at Corfe Castle
Fri 19th Dec
10:00 to 15:00

Christmas at Corfe Castle

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Experience the charm of Christmas at Corfe Castle, with festive touches and winter moments to enjoy.Take time to relax and ...

Hx Xmas Drinks Starts At 6.30Pm
Fri 19th Dec
12:00

Hx Xmas Drinks Starts At 6.30Pm

Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross

Community events

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. Hx Xmas Drinks Starts At 6.30Pm at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more ...

Poetry Show - Words To Inspire
Fri 19th Dec
13:00 to 14:00

Poetry Show - Words To Inspire

Swanage, Swanage

Exhibitions and Shows events

'Words To Inspire' poetry show each Friday at 13.00 on Purbeck Sounds. www.purbecksounds.com. We talk to local poets, hear ...

Winter Lights
Fri 19th Dec
16:00 to 19:15

Winter Lights

The Square, Corfe Castle

Community events

Experience the magic of exploring Corfe Castle at night under the starsExplore the ruins of Corfe Castle lit under warm glowing ...

parkrun at Durlston
Sat 20th Dec
09:00 to 10:30

parkrun at Durlston

Durlston Country park, Swanage

Sport and Exercise, Walks events

Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Sat 20th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Christmas crafts at the castle
Sat 20th Dec
10:00 to 15:00

Christmas crafts at the castle

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Get creative with simple seasonal crafts at Corfe Castle.Join us in the castle lodge for a relaxed crafting activity, perfect ...

Christmas at Corfe Castle
Sat 20th Dec
10:00 to 15:00

Christmas at Corfe Castle

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Experience the charm of Christmas at Corfe Castle, with festive touches and winter moments to enjoy.Take time to relax and ...

Winter Solstice at Corfe Castle
Sun 21st Dec
07:00 to 10:00

Winter Solstice at Corfe Castle

The Square, Corfe Castle

Community events

Corfe Castle will be opening its gates from 7am to experience the rare opportunity of watching the sun rise over East Hill ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Sun 21st Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Christmas crafts at the castle
Sun 21st Dec
10:00 to 15:00

Christmas crafts at the castle

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Get creative with simple seasonal crafts at Corfe Castle.Join us in the castle lodge for a relaxed crafting activity, perfect ...

Christmas at Corfe Castle
Sun 21st Dec
10:00 to 15:00

Christmas at Corfe Castle

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Experience the charm of Christmas at Corfe Castle, with festive touches and winter moments to enjoy.Take time to relax and ...

U3a Table Tennis
Mon 22nd Dec
08:30

U3a Table Tennis

Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross

Community events

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Mon 22nd Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Christmas crafts at the castle
Mon 22nd Dec
10:00 to 15:00

Christmas crafts at the castle

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Get creative with simple seasonal crafts at Corfe Castle.Join us in the castle lodge for a relaxed crafting activity, perfect ...

Christmas at Corfe Castle
Mon 22nd Dec
10:00 to 15:00

Christmas at Corfe Castle

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Experience the charm of Christmas at Corfe Castle, with festive touches and winter moments to enjoy.Take time to relax and ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Tue 23rd Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Christmas crafts at the castle
Tue 23rd Dec
10:00 to 15:00

Christmas crafts at the castle

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Get creative with simple seasonal crafts at Corfe Castle.Join us in the castle lodge for a relaxed crafting activity, perfect ...

Christmas at Corfe Castle
Tue 23rd Dec
10:00 to 15:00

Christmas at Corfe Castle

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Experience the charm of Christmas at Corfe Castle, with festive touches and winter moments to enjoy.Take time to relax and ...

U3a French
Wed 24th Dec
08:30

U3a French

Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross

Community events

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a French at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Wed 24th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Thu 25th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Singing for Pleasure
Thu 25th Dec
14:00 to 15:00

Singing for Pleasure

Emmanuel Baptist Church, 160 Victoria Avenue, Swanage

Music events

Every Thursday 2pm to 3pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church Supported by Dementia Friendly Purbeck We encourage people with ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Fri 26th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Poetry Show - Words To Inspire
Fri 26th Dec
13:00 to 14:00

Poetry Show - Words To Inspire

Swanage, Swanage

Exhibitions and Shows events

'Words To Inspire' poetry show each Friday at 13.00 on Purbeck Sounds. www.purbecksounds.com. We talk to local poets, hear ...

parkrun at Durlston
Sat 27th Dec
09:00 to 10:30

parkrun at Durlston

Durlston Country park, Swanage

Sport and Exercise, Walks events

Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Sat 27th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Christmas at Corfe Castle
Sat 27th Dec
10:00 to 15:00

Christmas at Corfe Castle

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Experience the charm of Christmas at Corfe Castle, with festive touches and winter moments to enjoy.Take time to relax and ...

Trust10
Sun 28th Dec
08:50 to 11:00

Trust10

Knoll Beach, Ferry Road, Studland

Sport and Exercise, Walks events

Join us for the Trust10 at Studland Bay and challenge yourself on this 10km trail run with breathtaking views.Trust10 running ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Sun 28th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Christmas at Corfe Castle
Sun 28th Dec
10:00 to 15:00

Christmas at Corfe Castle

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Experience the charm of Christmas at Corfe Castle, with festive touches and winter moments to enjoy.Take time to relax and ...

U3a Table Tennis
Mon 29th Dec
08:30

U3a Table Tennis

Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross

Community events

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a Table Tennis at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Mon 29th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Christmas at Corfe Castle
Mon 29th Dec
10:00 to 15:00

Christmas at Corfe Castle

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Experience the charm of Christmas at Corfe Castle, with festive touches and winter moments to enjoy.Take time to relax and ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Tue 30th Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Christmas at Corfe Castle
Tue 30th Dec
10:00 to 15:00

Christmas at Corfe Castle

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Experience the charm of Christmas at Corfe Castle, with festive touches and winter moments to enjoy.Take time to relax and ...

U3a French
Wed 31st Dec
08:30

U3a French

Harmans Cross Village Hall, Haycrafts Lane, Harmans Cross

Community events

Harmans Cross Village Hall event. U3a French at Harmans Cross Village Hall. See the website for more details. Visit the ...

Monty and Matilda - family quest
Wed 31st Dec
10:00 to 15:30

Monty and Matilda - family quest

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Explore the castle this festive season, searching for the festive scenes in the castle.Search for the festive scenes and ...

Christmas at Corfe Castle
Wed 31st Dec
10:00 to 15:00

Christmas at Corfe Castle

The Square, Corfe Castle

Childrens or Family Event events

Experience the charm of Christmas at Corfe Castle, with festive touches and winter moments to enjoy.Take time to relax and ...

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Festivals

details for Purbeck International Chamber Music Festival

Purbeck International Chamber Music Festival

4th September 2025 to 7th September 2025

The Festival welcomes Natalie Clein and Friends once more to the Isle of Purbeck on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast

details for Swanage Folk Festival

Swanage Folk Festival

5th September 2025 to 7th September 2025

Swanage comes alive with hundreds of Morris dancers in their bright costumes and jingling bells, and folk music lovers.

details for Purbeck WALX festival

Purbeck WALX festival

15th September 2025 to 21st September 2025

Nordic Walkers of all levels are invited to join the team at Nordic Walking UK for a week of Nordic walking, workshops and social events in the stunning Isle of Purbeck in Dorset

details for Swanage Blues Festival

Swanage Blues Festival

2nd October 2025 to 5th October 2025

Swanage Blues Festivals

details for Purbeck Film Festival

Purbeck Film Festival

17th October 2025 to 2nd November 2025

Films shown in and around the Isle of Purbeck

details for Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

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.

details for Swanage Pirate Festival

Swanage Pirate Festival

23rd May 2026 to 24th May 2026

The Swanage Pirate Festival is held in Swanage on the Isle of Purbeck in South Dorset

details for Swanage Fish and Food Festival

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.

details for Swanage Jazz Festival

Swanage Jazz Festival

10th July 2026 to 12th July 2026

Swanage Jazz Festival 2024

details for Swanage Carnival Week

Swanage Carnival Week

25th July 2026 to 1st August 2026

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 Purbeck Valley Folk Festival

Purbeck Valley Folk Festival

20th August 2026 to 23rd August 2026

The annual Purbeck Valley Folk Festival

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