Swanage and Purbeck Events for May 2019

May
1^st

Jurassic coast experience 09:00 to 16:45

H2oadventures loves to be out and about on the Jurassic coast with miles of breathtaking coastal walks and the miles of Jurassic coastline to explore by kayaks and canoes. New to 2019 H2oadventures ...
At Swanage in Sport and Exercise, Walks events

Jurassic Coast and Other Rocks: Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00

Photographs, Paintings and Digital Work by Sally Maltby. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events

Harmony Rocks Choir Practice 13:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Wed, 01 May 2019 1 pm - 6 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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May
2^nd

Local Election Main Hall All Day 06:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Thu, 02 May 2019 6:30 am - 10:30 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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Jurassic coast experience 09:00 to 16:45

Jurassic Coast and Other Rocks: Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00

Photographs, Paintings and Digital Work by Sally Maltby. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
At Swanage in Durlston Country Park events

Coffee Junction - Committee Room 10:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Thu, 02 May 2019 10 am - 1 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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Pramble 10:30 to 11:30

Enjoy fresh air, sea views and make friends. One hour - pram friendly walk finishing at Seventhwave Café. Donations welcome. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Swanage Trefoil 19:15

Meet at Guide H.Q bell St. for Geocaching or Guiding Skills. new members and visitors welcome. contact tel 01929 556374. ...
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May
3^rd

U3a Computers 08:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Fri, 03 May 2019 8:30 am - 1 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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Jurassic coast experience 09:00 to 16:45

Jurassic Coast and Other Rocks: Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00

Photographs, Paintings and Digital Work by Sally Maltby. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Swanage Photographic Society 19:30

Meets in the Rectory classroom, Church Hill for: AGM and presentation of Trophies. Visitors welcome, ffi: www.swanagephotographicsociety.com ...
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May
4^th

Real Ale & Local Cider Festival Various times

Real Ale & Cider Festival 4th – 6th May Vikings are taking over Corfe Castle this weekend, but fear not they will be eating drinking and making merry as well as re-enacting notorious battles. ...
At Corfe Castle in Food and Drink events

Jurassic coast experience 09:00 to 16:45

Jurassic Coast and Other Rocks: Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00

Photographs, Paintings and Digital Work by Sally Maltby. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Saxons & Vikings: The Siege of Wareham

This May bank holiday, witness the sound and fury of Saxon and Viking warriors in pitched battle as they recreate the siege of Wareham. King Alfred's court and the little warrior's training school ...
At Corfe Castle in History and Heritage events

Meet a Moth! 10:30 to 11:00

Look into last night‘s trap at the Castle. Donations welcome. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Venfest 2019 10:00 to 16:00

Celebrating all that is Dorset & Venison plus much more, live music, enhanced childrens area, falconry displays, live cooking demos, chainsaw displays, lots of venison / lots of hot and cold foods ...
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May
5^th

Real Ale & Local Cider Festival Various times

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 ...
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Jurassic Coast and Other Rocks: Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00

Photographs, Paintings and Digital Work by Sally Maltby. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Saxons & Vikings: The Siege of Wareham

Life on the Edge: Seabirds of Durlston 10:30 to 12:00

A walk with a Ranger to explore Durlston‘ s nationally important seabird colonies. £3 Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Have-a-Go Morning 10:00 to 12:00

At Swanage Bowls Club, Beach Gardens, Swanage. 10am, for 10.30 start. Ffi: Ken Morgan: 01929 423537 Barrie Tatman: 01929 421162 or www.swanagebowlingclub.org.uk ...
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May
6^th

Real Ale & Local Cider Festival Various times

Jurassic Coast and Other Rocks: Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00

Photographs, Paintings and Digital Work by Sally Maltby. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Saxons & Vikings: The Siege of Wareham

Clifftop Tour 10:30 to 11:00

Free half-hour stroll along the clifftop. Donations welcome. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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May
7^th

Jurassic Coast and Other Rocks: Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00

Photographs, Paintings and Digital Work by Sally Maltby. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Judy Robson Art Group 13:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Tue, 07 May 2019 1 pm - 7 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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May
8^th

Swanage Area Forum 09:30

Coach Trip to Salisbury. Leaves Swanage 9am, returns 5.30pm. £10 per person. Ffi: 01929 422215. ...
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Jurassic Coast and Other Rocks: Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00

Photographs, Paintings and Digital Work by Sally Maltby. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Harmony Rocks Choir Practice 13:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Wed, 08 May 2019 1 pm - 6 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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May
9^th

U3a Patchwork And Quilting Group 08:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Thu, 09 May 2019 8:30 am - 1 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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Jurassic Coast and Other Rocks: Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00

Photographs, Paintings and Digital Work by Sally Maltby. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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May
10^th

Swanage Railway's Diesel Gala

Diesel action all weekend with visiting main line locomotives plus our resident diesel fleet.
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Diesel Gala & Beer Festival Various times

At Swanage Railway. Intensive timetable, food & drink, trade stands, visiting diesel engines, evening services, merchandise. ...
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Jurassic Coast and Other Rocks: Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00

Photographs, Paintings and Digital Work by Sally Maltby. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Gentle Stroll 14:30 to 15:00

Free half-hour stroll along Durlston‘ s trails. Donations welcome Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Purbeck Railway Circle 18:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Fri, 10 May 2019 6 pm - 11 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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May
11^th

Swanage Railway's Diesel Gala

Diesel action all weekend with visiting main line locomotives plus our resident diesel fleet.
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Diesel Gala & Beer Festival Various times

At Swanage Railway. Intensive timetable, food & drink, trade stands, visiting diesel engines, evening services, merchandise. ...
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Stalls In The Hall 08:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Sat, 11 May 2019 8 am - 1 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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Pause at the Pier - Mindfulness Walk 08:00 to 09:00

Join "mindful nurse" Nikki Harman (RGN) for a mindfulness-based stroll on the pier, with some relaxing techniques to add in to the beautiful scenery and put a spring in your step. ...
At Swanage in Sport and Exercise, Walks events

Jurassic Coast and Other Rocks: Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00

Photographs, Paintings and Digital Work by Sally Maltby. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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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 for the venue. ...
At Corfe Castle in Childrens or Family Event events

Heathland Hullaballo

Join our ranger team for an exciting day exploring our heathland We love heathland! Come along to Knoll beach and discover more about the surrounding heathland and the organizations which help look ...
At Studland in Animals and Conservation events

Swanage Beach Buddies 10:00

M eeting for the summer season, at Swanage Fire Station, Kings Road for regular and new volunteers and anyone interested in becoming a beach clean leader or assistant leader. Please ...
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Glass Engraving 11:00 to 12:30

Join the Guild of Glass Engravers and take home your own masterpiece. No experience required, equipment provided. Booking essential, £10. Learning Centre Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Ray Bryant Memorial Gig 18:00

At The Barrington Centre, Ferndown. Tickets £10. Box office 01202 894858 ...
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May
12^th

Swanage Railway's Diesel Gala

Diesel action all weekend with visiting main line locomotives plus our resident diesel fleet.
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Diesel Gala & Beer Festival Various times

At Swanage Railway. Intensive timetable, food & drink, trade stands, visiting diesel engines, evening services, merchandise. ...
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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 ...
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Jurassic Coast and Other Rocks: Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00

Photographs, Paintings and Digital Work by Sally Maltby. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Medieval Fool's School

Sea kayaking adventure day £70pp 10:00 to 15:30

H2oadventures has a great passion for all things sea kayaking and being based on the Jurassic coast its the perfect location for you to come and explore the coastline under the guidance of a qualified ...
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Park to Pier 10:30 to 12:00

Take a stroll from Durlston Castle to Swanage Pier. History, wildlife and geology and stories of stone. £3 Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Have-a-Go Morning 10:00 to 12:00

Spring Flower Walk 14:30 to 16:00

Enjoy spring flowers and orchids on this gentle walk with Ted Pratt. £3. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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May
13^th

U3a Table Tennis 08:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Mon, 13 May 2019 8:30 am - 1 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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Jurassic Coast and Other Rocks: Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00

Photographs, Paintings and Digital Work by Sally Maltby. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Wareham Area Seniors' Forum 10:00 to 12:00

At Carey Hall, Mistover rd, Wareham. Popular Vocalists - a talk by Hilary Foggo. Coffee, tea, cake on arrival. ...
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Pins Needles - Meeting Room 13:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Mon, 13 May 2019 1 pm - 6 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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May
14^th

Pause at the Pier - Mindfulness Walk 09:30 to 10:30

Jurassic Coast and Other Rocks: Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00

Photographs, Paintings and Digital Work by Sally Maltby. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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The Purbeck Carers Group 10:30 to 12:00

We meet on the 2 nd Tuesday of each month in a private room, Wareham Library. On behalf of everyone you are most welcome. The groups ethos is with friendship and information to support ...
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Judy Robson Art Group 13:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Tue, 14 May 2019 1 pm - 7 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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Castle Tour 14:30 to 15:00

Free half-hour tour of Durlston‘ s Victorian Castle. Donations welcome. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Movie Night 18:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Tue, 14 May 2019 6 pm - 11 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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May
15^th

Purbeck Society Talks Various times

Visit to Swanage Handmade Bricks Co at Godlingston Brickworks. time TBC details 01929 425049. ...
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Jurassic Coast and Other Rocks: Exhibition 10:30 to 17:00

Photographs, Paintings and Digital Work by Sally Maltby. Fine Foundation Gallery Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Harmony Rocks Choir Practice 13:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Wed, 15 May 2019 1 pm - 6 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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Studland History Group 14:30

Meets in the Village Hall for a talk by Philip Browne, “ A Freezing Horror – the Wreck of the Halsewell 1786”. All welcome. Ffi the Secretary 01929 439245. ...
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May
16^th

U3a Meeting 08:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Thu, 16 May 2019 8:30 am - 1 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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Coffee Junction - Committee Room 10:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Thu, 16 May 2019 10 am - 1 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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Swanage Community Drum Circle 19:15 to 21:00

Swanage Community Drum Circle. We meet monthly and all are welcome to allow you to discover and explore your inner musician. No musical experience is necessary, in fact it’s even more fun if you’ve ...
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May
17^th

U3a Computers 08:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Fri, 17 May 2019 8:30 am - 1 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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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) ...
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May
18^th

Medieval falconry

Explore an exciting period when falconry developed into a sophisticated and noble sport with new techniques brought back from the Crusades. Witness these birds of prey demonstrate spectacular aerial ...
At Corfe Castle in Childrens or Family Event events

Meet a Moth! 10:30 to 11:00

Look into last night‘s trap at the Castle. Donations welcome. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Around the World in 80 Minutes. 19:30 to 21:30

The Swanage based Belvedere Singers present their Spring Concert 'Around the World in 80 Minutes'. Tickets available on the door, Adults £10, Under 18's Free. ...
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Belvedere Singers Around the world in 80 minutes 19:30

At St Marys Church, Swanage. Tickets £10, under 18's free, from Aubrey & Hall or on the door. ...
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May
19^th

Big Green Dog Walk Various times

Decide on your route, invite your friends and donate! Organised by Margaret Green Animal Rescue. Ffi: margaretgreenanimalrescue.org.uk ...
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Park Yoga 09:30 to 10:30

Medieval falconry

Art Workshop: Drawing in Pen and Pencil 11:00 to 14:00

Develop your drawing in pencil, pen and ink with Madelaine Devenay. Suitable for beginners and improvers - tools provided. Booking essential. £20. Learning Centre. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Victorian Walk 14:30 to 16:00

Discover Durlston‘s fascinating Victorian past. £3. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Church Service - Committee Room 17:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Sun, 19 May 2019 5 pm - 7:30 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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May
20^th

Big Green Dog Walk Various times

U3a Table Tennis 08:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Mon, 20 May 2019 8:30 am - 1 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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Pins Needles - Meeting Room 13:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Mon, 20 May 2019 1 pm - 6 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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May
21^st

Big Green Dog Walk Various times

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 ...
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Any Questions 19:30 to 21:00

At Swanage Methodist Church, High Street BH19 2LZ . Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up. A critical look at some of the contemporary world views about Jesus. Discussion introduced and led by Dr Helen ...
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May
22^nd

Big Green Dog Walk Various times

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 ...
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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. ...
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May
23^rd

Big Green Dog Walk Various times

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 ...
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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 ...
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May
24^th

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
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Big Green Dog Walk Various times

Beer Fesival Various times

At The Kings Arms, Stoborough. Live music all weekend, wide range of beers, ciders and ales available! ...
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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 ...
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Seabird Boat Trip 19:00 to 21:00

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

May
25^th

Purbeck Pirate Festival

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
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Big Green Dog Walk Various times

Beer Fesival Various times

At The Kings Arms, Stoborough. Live music all weekend, wide range of beers, ciders and ales available! ...
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Purbeck Pirate Festival Various times

Events all over Swanage! Re-enactments, beach skirmishes, parade, stalls, games, music and much more! ...
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Purbeck Art Weeks Various times

Ffi: purbeckartweeks.co.uk ...
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Free Art Exhibition Various times

At Faith House, Holton Lee. Part of Purbeck Art Weeks (venue no.45). Free Parking, sat nav BH16 6JN. ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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Cathy Veale Exhibition of Paintings 10:00 to 17:00

At Purbeck House Hotel, Swanage. Ffi: cathyveale.co.uk ...
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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 ...
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PAW Festival Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00

At The Gallery at 41, Corfe Castle. Closed Tues. Ffi: galleryat41.com ...
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PAW Makers Market 10:00 to 16:30

At Burngate Stone Craving Centre, Worth Matravers. Demonstrations, work for sale, refreshments. ...
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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 ...
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'An English Coronation'/ Gabrieli Consort 18:30

At St Mary's, Wareham. Part of Purbeck Art Weeks. ...
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May
26^th

Purbeck Pirate Festival

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

Big Green Dog Walk Various times

Beer Fesival Various times

At The Kings Arms, Stoborough. Live music all weekend, wide range of beers, ciders and ales available! ...
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Purbeck Pirate Festival Various times

Events all over Swanage! Re-enactments, beach skirmishes, parade, stalls, games, music and much more! ...
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Purbeck Art Weeks Various times

Ffi: purbeckartweeks.co.uk ...
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Free Art Exhibition Various times

At Faith House, Holton Lee. Part of Purbeck Art Weeks (venue no.45). Free Parking, sat nav BH16 6JN. ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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Park Yoga 09:30 to 10:30

May half term medieval mischief

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

May half term: Medieval Fool's School

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

Pirate Magic Show 10:00 to 16:00

Kevin Burke returns to the pier with his hugely popular Pirate Magic Show; and between shows, Kevin will be stilt-walking around the area and making balloon models... fun for kids and adults alike! Shows ...
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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 ...
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Cathy Veale Exhibition of Paintings 10:00 to 17:00

At Purbeck House Hotel, Swanage. Ffi: cathyveale.co.uk ...
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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 ...
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PAW Festival Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00

At The Gallery at 41, Corfe Castle. Closed Tues. Ffi: galleryat41.com ...
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PAW Makers Market 10:00 to 16:30

At Burngate Stone Craving Centre, Worth Matravers. Demonstrations, work for sale, refreshments. ...
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GroundDog Day 11:00

At Maragaret Grenn Lincoln Farm Rescue Centre, Bere Rd, Winterborne Kingston DT11 9BP. Dog Show, dog agility, food and refreshments. ...
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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 ...
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May
27^th

Purbeck Pirate Festival

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

Beer Fesival Various times

At The Kings Arms, Stoborough. Live music all weekend, wide range of beers, ciders and ales available! ...
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Purbeck Pirate Festival Various times

Events all over Swanage! Re-enactments, beach skirmishes, parade, stalls, games, music and much more! ...
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Purbeck Art Weeks Various times

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Free Art Exhibition Various times

At Faith House, Holton Lee. Part of Purbeck Art Weeks (venue no.45). Free Parking, sat nav BH16 6JN. ...
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Heather Gibbons: Drawn to the Edge with Brushes of Colour 10:00 to 17:00

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

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

At Purbeck House Hotel, Swanage. Ffi: cathyveale.co.uk ...
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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 ...
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PAW Festival Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00

At The Gallery at 41, Corfe Castle. Closed Tues. Ffi: galleryat41.com ...
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PAW Makers Market 10:00 to 16:30

At Burngate Stone Craving Centre, Worth Matravers. Demonstrations, work for sale, refreshments. ...
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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 ...
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May
28^th

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

Purbeck Art Weeks Various times

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Free Art Exhibition Various times

At Faith House, Holton Lee. Part of Purbeck Art Weeks (venue no.45). Free Parking, sat nav BH16 6JN. ...
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Heather Gibbons: Drawn to the Edge with Brushes of Colour 10:00 to 17:00

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

May half term: Medieval mayhem with Fiery Jack

Celebrate a little May madness at the castle this half term with Fiery Jack and the medieval jester academy. Experience new and different activities throughout the week to entertain the fools in your ...
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May half term medieval mischief

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

At Purbeck House Hotel, Swanage. Ffi: cathyveale.co.uk ...
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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 ...
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PAW Festival Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00

At The Gallery at 41, Corfe Castle. Closed Tues. Ffi: galleryat41.com ...
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PAW Makers Market 10:00 to 16:30

At Burngate Stone Craving Centre, Worth Matravers. Demonstrations, work for sale, refreshments. ...
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Family Have a go at Stone Carving 10:00 to 12:00

At Burngate Stone Carving Centre. £30 per adult, £17.50 per child, booking essential. ...
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Judy Robson Art Group 13:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Tue, 28 May 2019 1 pm - 7 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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May
29^th

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

Purbeck Art Weeks Various times

Ffi: purbeckartweeks.co.uk ...
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Free Art Exhibition Various times

At Faith House, Holton Lee. Part of Purbeck Art Weeks (venue no.45). Free Parking, sat nav BH16 6JN. ...
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Heather Gibbons: Drawn to the Edge with Brushes of Colour 10:00 to 17:00

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

May half term: Medieval mayhem with Fiery Jack

May half term medieval mischief

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

At Purbeck House Hotel, Swanage. Ffi: cathyveale.co.uk ...
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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 ...
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PAW Festival Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00

At The Gallery at 41, Corfe Castle. Closed Tues. Ffi: galleryat41.com ...
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PAW Makers Market 10:00 to 16:30

At Burngate Stone Craving Centre, Worth Matravers. Demonstrations, work for sale, refreshments. ...
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Family Have a go at Stone Carving 10:00 to 12:00

At Burngate Stone Carving Centre. £30 per adult, £17.50 per child, booking essential. ...
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Wild Wednesday 11:00 to 15:00

Free drop-in craft activity session in the Belvedere. Donations welcome. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Celebrating our Musicians 19:30

At the Emmanuel Baptist Church, Swanage. Part of Purbeck Art Weeks. ...
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May
30^th

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

Purbeck Art Weeks Various times

Ffi: purbeckartweeks.co.uk ...
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Free Art Exhibition Various times

At Faith House, Holton Lee. Part of Purbeck Art Weeks (venue no.45). Free Parking, sat nav BH16 6JN. ...
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U3a Patchwork And Quilting Group 08:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Thu, 30 May 2019 8:30 am - 1 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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Heather Gibbons: Drawn to the Edge with Brushes of Colour 10:00 to 17:00

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

May half term: Medieval mayhem with Fiery Jack

May half term medieval mischief

Coffee Junction - Committee Room 10:00

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Thu, 30 May 2019 10 am - 1 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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Cathy Veale Exhibition of Paintings 10:00 to 17:00

At Purbeck House Hotel, Swanage. Ffi: cathyveale.co.uk ...
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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 ...
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PAW Festival Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00

At The Gallery at 41, Corfe Castle. Closed Tues. Ffi: galleryat41.com ...
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PAW Makers Market 10:00 to 16:30

At Burngate Stone Craving Centre, Worth Matravers. Demonstrations, work for sale, refreshments. ...
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Family Have a go at Stone Carving 10:00 to 12:00

At Burngate Stone Carving Centre. £30 per adult, £17.50 per child, booking essential. ...
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Durlston Pleasure Grounds Tour 11:00 to 13:00

Enjoy a tour through the Durlston Pleasure Grounds and see the work being done to make the park accessible for all. Donations welcome. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Weaving in the Woodland 14:30 to 16:00

Have a go at ‘wild weaving‘. Booking essential. £3. Learning Centre Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Illustrated Talk by Gwen Yarker 19:30

At Harman's Cross Village Hall. Part of Purbeck Art Weeks. ...
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May
31^st

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

Purbeck Art Weeks Various times

Ffi: purbeckartweeks.co.uk ...
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Free Art Exhibition Various times

At Faith House, Holton Lee. Part of Purbeck Art Weeks (venue no.45). Free Parking, sat nav BH16 6JN. ...
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U3a Archaeology 08:30

Harmans Cross Village Hall event on (Fri, 31 May 2019 8:30 am - 1 pm GMT) Visit the website for further information. Venue: Harmans Cross Village Hall Web: www.harmanscrosshall.co.uk ...
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Wildlife Detectives 09:00 to 10:30

Put on your detective hats, look for animal tracks, trails and signs and maybe meet a mammal. Suitable age 5+. Booking essential. £3. Learning Centre. Venue: Durlston Country Park Web: www.durlston.co.uk ...
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Heather Gibbons: Drawn to the Edge with Brushes of Colour 10:00 to 17:00

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

May half term: Medieval mayhem with Fiery Jack

May half term medieval mischief

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

At Purbeck House Hotel, Swanage. Ffi: cathyveale.co.uk ...
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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 ...
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PAW Festival Exhibition 10:00 to 17:00

At The Gallery at 41, Corfe Castle. Closed Tues. Ffi: galleryat41.com ...
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PAW Makers Market 10:00 to 16:30

At Burngate Stone Craving Centre, Worth Matravers. Demonstrations, work for sale, refreshments. ...
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Seabird Boat Trip 19:00 to 21:00

The Art of the Countertenor 19:30

With mark Chambers, at St. James' Church, Kingston. Part of Purbeck Art Weeks. ...
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Whats On for May 2019

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Events in May 2019

Festivals

Swanage Railway's Diesel Gala

Purbeck Pirate Festival

Purbeck Art Weeks Festival

Swanage Fish Festival

Wilkswood Reggae Festival

Swanage Carnival Week