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 FastFree 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 and […]

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 […]

INDUSTRIAL JOINERY & WORKSHOP EQUIPMENT

Unit 4 (Marston Trading Estate) Handlemaker Road, Frome

Cooper and Tanner is holding an auction of specialist industrial joinery and workshop equipment. More than 100 lots are available. It will take place on Saturday, May 18, from 11am, with viewing open from 9am.  Viewing day: Tuesday, May 14, between 10am and 3pm. Machines will be live and available for supervised test on the […]

Mental Health Awareness Drop In

Shaftesbury Library Bell Street, Shaftesbury

Mental Health Awareness WeekDo you or anyone you care about feel anxious about the cost of living crisis, or have any other worries and concerns regarding mental health? Meet a representative from Mind Dorset for an informal drop-in advice and guidance session.Free admission

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.

Shreen Harmony & Friends Spring Concert

United Reformed Church 1, Boar Street, Mere

Charity concert in support of Dementia Action Week - retiring collection in aid of The Mindful Memory. Shreen Harmony, a local community choir based in Mere, will be performing a selection from its extensive repertoire of four part harmonies including folk songs, ballads and popular classics. Sharing the billing will be local female singing group […]

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