Blackmore Vale Events

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Mobility at the Museum

Haynes Motor Museum Sparkford, Somerset, United Kingdom

A host of leading UK mobility brands are scheduled to exhibit at a free event this May in Somerset. Nationwide providers of life-changing equipment for people with disabilities including Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVs), specialist bathing, beds, chairs, lifts, and wheelchairs, will gather for 2 days from Friday 10th – Saturday 11th May at Haynes Motor […]

Taste of West Dorset Market

Mapperton House Gardens & Wildlands, Mapperton

Discover the culinary treasures of West Dorset at Mapperton's vibrant “Taste of West Dorset Market” on 11 and 12 May 2024. Immerse yourself in a celebration of local flavours, where the region’s finest food and drink artisans come together to showcase their passion for quality and authenticity.

£5

Spring Craft Fair

Charlton Marshall Village Hall Green Close, Charlton Marshall

Great selection of local makers. Refreshments – charity raffle for Acts Fast Free entry.

Flower Festival

St Martin's Church Martinstown, Dorchester

A Flower Festival on the theme of Dorset Life is being held in St Martin's Church and the Churchyard over the weekend of 11th – 12th May. Proceeds will be shared between Dorset Poverty Action Group and Church funds. Refreshments will be served in the Village Hall, where parking is available. Free entry, donations in […]

Choral Concert

St Martin's Church Martinstown, Dorchester

St Martin's Church presents a concert, In Springtime, given by Parnham Voices directed by Stephen Tilton, on Saturday 11th May at 7 pm in the Church, Martinstown. Refreshments will be served. Donations at the door in aid of Dorset Poverty Action Group and Church funds. Free, donations welcome in aid of Dorset Poverty Action Group […]

Choral Eucharist

St Peter's Church (Dorchester) High West Street, Dorchester, Dorset

You are warmly invited to our monthly, cathedral-style service of Choral Eucharist on Sunday 12th May at 10.30am in St Peter’s Church, Dorchester. The music, to mark Ascensiontide, includes: Croft ‘God is gone up’, Mozart ‘Missa brevis in D K.194’ and ‘Ubi caritas’ by Ole Gjeilo. All are very welcome to this free service and […]

Community policing drop-in surgery

Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

PCSO 5382 Leatt will be at Shaftesbury Library to offer crime prevention advice and leaflets, and to hear any local concerns.

Sherborne Bowls Club, Culverhayes , Sherborns – Give bowls a go!

Sherborne Bowling Club Culverhayes, Sherborne

Saturday morning Taster Sessions 10.30 – 12.30 on 18th May, 22nd June, 27th July and 17th August. All equipment supplied. Wear trainers or flat soled shoes . 15 years+. Friendly club for all abilities and ages.

Poyntington May Fair

Poynington Manor House Poyntington, Sherborne

Held in the grounds of the Manor House (gardens open) a fair with stalls featuring plants and produce from local artisans, Wessex Morris Men, live music, refreshments, and children’s activities – including a fancy dress competition (best book character). Something for everyone! Free parking. Wifi limited please bring cash for purchases. Free admission

Lunchtime Concert

St Peter's Church (Dorchester) High West Street, Dorchester, Dorset

Join us at St Peter's Church, Dorchester on Saturday 18th May between 12.30 and 1pm for our monthly lunchtime concert given by trumpeter, Winston Leese, and organist, Ian Davis. Their programme will include music by Clark, Purcell, Stanford and Archer and be interspersed with Hardy readings presented by Jan Wylde. Enjoy a wonderful half hour […]

The Occasional Singers 30th Anniversary Concert

St Mary's Church (Dorchester) Edward Road, Dorchester

The Occasional Singers 30th Anniversary Concert Sunday 19 May at 4.00pmSt Mary’s Church, Edward Road, Dorchester DT1 2HLYou are warmly invited to join The Occasional Singers for their 30th Anniversary Afternoon Concert to be held on Sunday 19 May at 4.00 at St Mary’s Church in Dorchester. The programme will be a selection of short […]

Choral Evensong for Pentecost

St Peter's Church (Dorchester) High West Street, Dorchester, Dorset

You are warmly invited to our monthly, cathedral-style service of Choral Evensong on Saturday 25th May at 4.30pm in St Peter’s Church, Dorchester. The music, which marks Pentecost, includes Gibbons ‘Come Holy Ghost’, William Matthias ‘Jesus College Service’, Ayleward ‘Preces and responses’ and Elgar ‘The spirit of the Lord’. Do join us for this free […]