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Bank Holiday Weekend in Dorset

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Everyone loves a bank holiday and it's one of our favourite's. With great weather nearly every year, take some time to explore what Dorset has to offer over this Bank holiday weekend.

Whether it’s a boat ride along the harbour, or a family walk along the beach, if you’re looking to find out what's on Bank Holiday Monday, you won’t be stuck for something to do.

Check out our local events page below and head down to one of the many pubs or clubs for a night out - whatever your preference, there will be something for everyone this Bank Holiday.

With plenty of things to do in Dorset during the bank holiday's, you’ll be sure to have an enjoyable time with family and friends. So don’t delay; start planning your August Bank Holiday in Dorset today!

Things to do in Dorset

Tourist Attractions

Watersports in Dorset

What's On in Dorset

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Walks in Dorset

Sunday Lunch in Poole

Al Fresco Dining

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Jul 24

Dragon & Fairy Trails at Minterne Gardens

At: Minterne House

This summer, escape to Minterne House Enchanted Garden – a world of dancing fairies, fiery dragons and mischievous woodland boggarts!

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Jul 24

LOL Comedy Club

At: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

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Jul 24

Meet Dinosaur Squeak

Time: From 11.00am

At: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

Whether you dig the dino’s or you’re simply looking for a fantastic day out, Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park has got ...

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Jul 24

Wet Wednesdays: Wet The Western & Foam Parties

At: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

Join Farmers Palmers on Wednesdays throughout the Summer for fantastic fun at the Farm Park!

Every Wednesday

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Aug 24

Preacher The Storyteller

At: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

Not everyone likes telling stories and not everyone knows how to tell a story…Preacher however, LOVES telling stories and he’s ...

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CityFibre Poole Quay Summer Fireworks 2024

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Aug 24

Cityfibre Poole Quay Summer Fireworks

Location: Poole Quay, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1BW

Time: From 7.00pm

Pop on down to Poole Quay every Thursday from 7pm for some sensational FREE live music, entertainment and a spectacular ...

Every Thursday

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Aug 24

Disney Through The Decades

Time: From 12.00pm

At: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

Gemma and Heather, invite you to join them on a musical journey through the ages with their spellbinding performance, “Disney ...

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Aug 24

Camping at Farmers Palmers

At: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

Who doesn't love camping in the summer?

Recurring Event

Al Murray: Guv Island at Bournemouth Pavilion

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Aug 24

Al Murray: Guv Island at Bournemouth Pavilion

At: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

Head down to Bournemouth Pavilion for this fantastic show - Al Murray: Guv Island!

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Sep 24

Seafood and Sounds

Location: 21 The Quay, Poole BH15 1HJ

Time: From 12:00

Seafood and Sounds is returning to Poole Quay for its second year!

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Oct 24

The Great British Autumn

Time: From 10:00

At: Longleat

Celebrate all things Autumnal at Longleat!

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Nov 24

The Festival Of Light

Time: From 10:00

At: Longleat

Longleat is all set to tell you a story as The Festival of Light returns in spectacular style for 2024.

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Bank Holiday Weekend in Dorset

Everyone loves a bank holiday and it's one of our favourite's. With great weather nearly every year, take some time to explore what Dorset has to offer over this Bank holiday weekend.

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