Dorset Events Calendar - Festivals, Exhibitions & Things to Do

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Our Dorset events calendar lets you easily browse and filter upcoming events in Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch, Wareham, Swanage, Studland, The Purbecks, Dorchester, Bridport, and across the county.

From major annual festivals to smaller local exhibitions, live shows, and community events, we’ve got all the inspiration you need for your visit, or to enjoy what’s happening near you if you live here.

Stay up to date with the best events in Dorset by checking our calendar regularly, and never miss out on what’s happening in and around the county.

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Dec 26

Live Music at The White Hart Lymington

Location: The White Hart Lymington

At: The White Hart Lymington

Is it even Friday if you aren’t at The White Hart?

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Dec 26

Adult Dance Classes at Dance Majic

Location: Dance Majic

At: Dance Majic

They teach a range of adult classes including Heels, Commercial, Beginner & Intermediate Ballroom & Latin, One-to-One Tuition & Wedding ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

BABYBALLET at Noisy Lobster

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

Award-winning babyballet holds classes on a Friday morning at the Noisy Lobster for little girls and boys aged between 18 ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Runtribe

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

RunTribe Mudeford is a welcoming, social running group for all abilities — whether you're just getting started or already love ...

Daily Event

NEW ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS COMING TO MEYRICK PARK THIS SEPTEMBER

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Dec 26

NEW ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS COMING TO MEYRICK PARK THIS SEPTEMBER

Location: Individuality Swimming & Fitness

At: Individuality Swimming and Fitness

You asked, and Individuality Swimming & Fitness listened.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas 2026 at Village Hotel Bournemouth – £10pp Deposit

Location: Village Hotel Bournemouth, Wessex Fields, Deansleigh Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 4EW

At: Village Hotel

Start planning your Christmas 2026 celebration with a £10pp deposit and choose from festive party nights, Party in the Pub, ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Tree of Remembrance

Location: Dolphin Centre, Poole

At: GATHER

A month-long Tree of Remembrance at the Dolphin Centre in Poole during December 2026, with further details to be confirmed.

Daily Event

Christmas in Colour with Father Christmas at Lulworth Castle

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Dec 26

Christmas in Colour with Father Christmas at Lulworth Castle

Location: Lulworth Castle

Join Lulworth Castle from the 6th December and discover their beautifully decorated real Christmas Trees.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas in Bournemouth (The Coconut Tree Bournemouth)

Location: The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, 185-187 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset

At: The Coconut Tree

A Sri Lankan festive dining experience at The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, offering Christmas menus and festive packages for parties, work ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Thai Tapas Thursdays

Location: Nusara Thai (all Nusara locations), England

At: Nusara Thai

A weekly small-plates promotion running every Thursday all day, offering 4-for-3 on small plates.

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Poole Print Makers

Location: GATHER, Ground Floor, The Dolphin, Poole, Dorset

At: GATHER

Poole Print Makers bring nine days of original prints to Gather, with artwork available to browse and buy for Christmas gifts.

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Dec 26

Lore of the Sky Festive Menu (Christmas at Lore of the Sky)

Location: Lore of the Sky, Compton Abbas Airfield, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England

At: Lore of the Sky

Lore of the Sky offers a seasonal festive menu inspired by the Dorset countryside, available for a limited winter run ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Cracker Concert

Location: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre, Westover Road, Bournemouth

Time: From 2:30 PM

At: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

Get into the festive spirit with the free Christmas Cracker Concert at Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre, featuring traditional carols, live organ ...

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the Oaks (Christmas 2026)

Location: The Oaks, 189 Lymington Road, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset

At: The Oaks Highcliffe

The Oaks in Highcliffe serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses, available for festive get-togethers throughout ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the White Hart

Location: The White Hart, Lymington, Hampshire

At: The White Hart Lymington

The White Hart in Lymington serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses available for pre-Christmas celebrations.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Enchanted Gardens Light Trail Winter 2026

Location: Careys Secret Garden, Dorset

Evening light trail sessions at Careys Secret Garden, with illuminated garden and woodland paths, food and drink options, and pre-booked ...

Recurring Event

Father Christmas Yuletide Express at Swanage Railway

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Yuletide Express at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From Multiple departure times – check the booking timetable.

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a magical Christmas train journey through the Purbeck countryside, with a special visit from Father Christmas, festive elves, gifts ...

Daily Event

Christmas Belle – Festive Afternoon Tea at Swanage Railway

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Dec 26

Christmas Belle – Festive Afternoon Tea at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From Check the Booking Timetable.

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a luxurious festive afternoon tea aboard the beautifully restored Devon Belle Pullman Observation Car, with a steam-hauled journey through ...

Daily Event

The Festive Gin & Rum Express at Swanage Railway

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Dec 26

The Festive Gin & Rum Express at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a festive evening aboard Swanage Railway's Devon Belle Observation Car, with gin, rum, festive cocktails, delicious nibbles and Christmas ...

Daily Event

Christmas Carol Trains – Steam & Song at Swanage Railway

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Dec 26

Christmas Carol Trains – Steam & Song at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From 7:00 PM

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a magical Christmas evening aboard a heritage steam train from Swanage to Corfe Castle, with traditional carols, live bell ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Nutley Farm Christmas 2026

Location: Nutley Farm Winfrith Heath, Dorchester

Experience the magic of Nutley Farm Christmas, one of Dorset's most loved festive events, returning for 2026.

Daily Event

Free Online Courses at Bournemouth & Poole College

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Dec 26

Free Online Courses at Bournemouth & Poole College

At: Bournemouth and Poole College

Develop your skills, explore a new interest or boost your career prospects with Bournemouth & Poole College’s free, nationally recognised ...

Duration: 8–21 weeks, depending on the course, with a few hours of flexible online study each week. Start within three days of applying.

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Dec 26

Christmas at Marwell Zoo

Location: Thompson's Lane, Colden Common, Winchester, SO21 1JH

Enjoy a festive family day out at Marwell Zoo, with animal encounters, seasonal activities, Christmas markets, Santa’s Grotto and the ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Rock Stars After School Club

At: The Bournemouth Pier

Get ready for 12 weeks of climbing, confidence-building, and teamwork with the RockReef Rockstars!

Weekly Event

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Dec 26

Afternoon Tea at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

As the afternoon arrives, why not indulge in our exquisite and ever popular Afternoon Tea.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Room on the Broom Trail

Time: From 9:00

At: Moors Valley Country Park & Forest – A Family-Friendly Outdoor Adventure

Join Witch and her friends on an enchanting adventure at Moors Valley Country Park.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Skate Bournemouth 2026

Location: Lower Gardens, Westover Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5AH

Time: From 10.30am

Enjoy a festive skate beneath the trees in Bournemouth’s Lower Gardens as SKATE Bournemouth returns from 12th November 2026 to ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Farmer Palmer’s Family Christmas Dorset | Santa & Twilight

Location: Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park, Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, Dorset

Time: From 04.00pm

At: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

A festive Christmas programme at Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park featuring daytime Christmas visits and evening Twilight Christmas experiences with Farmer ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Quiz at the Quay Pub, Poole

Location: The Quay Pub, Poole, Dorset, England

Time: From 6.30pm

A festive charity quiz night at The Quay Pub in Poole, with teams of up to six and entry payable ...

Fri 18 Dec

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the Oaks (Christmas 2026)

Location: The Oaks, 189 Lymington Road, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset

At: The Oaks Highcliffe

The Oaks in Highcliffe serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses, available for festive get-togethers throughout ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

The Festive Gin & Rum Express at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a festive evening aboard Swanage Railway's Devon Belle Observation Car, with gin, rum, festive cocktails, delicious nibbles and Christmas ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Belle – Festive Afternoon Tea at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From Check the Booking Timetable.

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a luxurious festive afternoon tea aboard the beautifully restored Devon Belle Pullman Observation Car, with a steam-hauled journey through ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Yuletide Express at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From Multiple departure times – check the booking timetable.

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a magical Christmas train journey through the Purbeck countryside, with a special visit from Father Christmas, festive elves, gifts ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the White Hart

Location: The White Hart, Lymington, Hampshire

At: The White Hart Lymington

The White Hart in Lymington serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses available for pre-Christmas celebrations.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Lore of the Sky Festive Menu (Christmas at Lore of the Sky)

Location: Lore of the Sky, Compton Abbas Airfield, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England

At: Lore of the Sky

Lore of the Sky offers a seasonal festive menu inspired by the Dorset countryside, available for a limited winter run ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Office Christmas Parties – the Careys Manor Christmas Ball

Location: Careys Manor Hotel, Brockenhurst, New Forest, Hampshire, England

At: Careys Manor Hotel & SenSpa

A Christmas party night at Careys Manor featuring sparkling wine on arrival, a three-course dinner, wine, DJ and carriages at ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Poole Print Makers

Location: GATHER, Ground Floor, The Dolphin, Poole, Dorset

At: GATHER

Poole Print Makers bring nine days of original prints to Gather, with artwork available to browse and buy for Christmas gifts.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas in Bournemouth (The Coconut Tree Bournemouth)

Location: The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, 185-187 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset

At: The Coconut Tree

A Sri Lankan festive dining experience at The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, offering Christmas menus and festive packages for parties, work ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas in Colour with Father Christmas at Lulworth Castle

Location: Lulworth Castle

Join Lulworth Castle from the 6th December and discover their beautifully decorated real Christmas Trees.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Live Music Fridays at Lore of the Sky

Location: Lore of the Sky, Dorset, England

At: Lore of the Sky

Friday nights at Lore of the Sky feature relaxed live music evenings with bar service until late.

Weekly Event

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Dec 26

Tree of Remembrance

Location: Dolphin Centre, Poole

At: GATHER

A month-long Tree of Remembrance at the Dolphin Centre in Poole during December 2026, with further details to be confirmed.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Live Music at The White Hart Lymington

Location: The White Hart Lymington

At: The White Hart Lymington

Is it even Friday if you aren’t at The White Hart?

Daily Event

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Dec 26

BABYBALLET at Noisy Lobster

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

Award-winning babyballet holds classes on a Friday morning at the Noisy Lobster for little girls and boys aged between 18 ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Adult Dance Classes at Dance Majic

Location: Dance Majic

At: Dance Majic

They teach a range of adult classes including Heels, Commercial, Beginner & Intermediate Ballroom & Latin, One-to-One Tuition & Wedding ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Runtribe

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

RunTribe Mudeford is a welcoming, social running group for all abilities — whether you're just getting started or already love ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas 2026 at Village Hotel Bournemouth – £10pp Deposit

Location: Village Hotel Bournemouth, Wessex Fields, Deansleigh Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 4EW

At: Village Hotel

Start planning your Christmas 2026 celebration with a £10pp deposit and choose from festive party nights, Party in the Pub, ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

NEW ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS COMING TO MEYRICK PARK THIS SEPTEMBER

Location: Individuality Swimming & Fitness

At: Individuality Swimming and Fitness

You asked, and Individuality Swimming & Fitness listened.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Steak Night at Guildhall Tavern

At: Guildhall Tavern

Guildhall Tavern will be hosting their Steak Night every Friday!

Every Friday

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Dec 26

Afternoon Tea at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

As the afternoon arrives, why not indulge in our exquisite and ever popular Afternoon Tea.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas at Marwell Zoo

Location: Thompson's Lane, Colden Common, Winchester, SO21 1JH

Enjoy a festive family day out at Marwell Zoo, with animal encounters, seasonal activities, Christmas markets, Santa’s Grotto and the ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Free Online Courses at Bournemouth & Poole College

At: Bournemouth and Poole College

Develop your skills, explore a new interest or boost your career prospects with Bournemouth & Poole College’s free, nationally recognised ...

Duration: 8–21 weeks, depending on the course, with a few hours of flexible online study each week. Start within three days of applying.

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Dec 26

Nutley Farm Christmas 2026

Location: Nutley Farm Winfrith Heath, Dorchester

Experience the magic of Nutley Farm Christmas, one of Dorset's most loved festive events, returning for 2026.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Room on the Broom Trail

Time: From 9:00

At: Moors Valley Country Park & Forest – A Family-Friendly Outdoor Adventure

Join Witch and her friends on an enchanting adventure at Moors Valley Country Park.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Skate Bournemouth 2026

Location: Lower Gardens, Westover Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5AH

Time: From 10.30am

Enjoy a festive skate beneath the trees in Bournemouth’s Lower Gardens as SKATE Bournemouth returns from 12th November 2026 to ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Aladdin Pantomime

Location: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre, Westover Road, Bournemouth

Time: From 2.30pm

At: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

A festive family pantomime brings Aladdin to Bournemouth Pavilion with spectacular staging, comedy, special effects and plenty of audience participation, ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Jack and the Beanstalk

Location: Tivoli Theatre, Wimborne, Dorset, England

Time: From 1.00pm

At: Tivoli Theatre Wimborne

A festive family pantomime at the Tivoli Theatre featuring Vicki Michelle as Fairy French Bean and a full cast of ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Farmer Palmer’s Family Christmas Dorset | Santa & Twilight

Location: Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park, Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, Dorset

Time: From 04.00pm

At: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

A festive Christmas programme at Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park featuring daytime Christmas visits and evening Twilight Christmas experiences with Farmer ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Experience December 2026

Location: Careys Secret Garden, Dorset

Time: From 4.00pm

An interactive Father Christmas experience at Careys Secret Garden including entry to the Enchanted Gardens Light Trail, with bookable 30-minute slots.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Poole Christmas Party Cruise

Location: Poole Quay, Poole

Time: From 7.00pm

At: Poole Harbour Boat Tours

A festive evening party cruise on Poole Harbour with mulled wine, a two-course buffet and a DJ for dancing.

Recurring Event

Sat 19 Dec

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Dec 26

Office Christmas Parties – the Careys Manor Christmas Ball

Location: Careys Manor Hotel, Brockenhurst, New Forest, Hampshire, England

At: Careys Manor Hotel & SenSpa

A Christmas party night at Careys Manor featuring sparkling wine on arrival, a three-course dinner, wine, DJ and carriages at ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Lore of the Sky Festive Menu (Christmas at Lore of the Sky)

Location: Lore of the Sky, Compton Abbas Airfield, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England

At: Lore of the Sky

Lore of the Sky offers a seasonal festive menu inspired by the Dorset countryside, available for a limited winter run ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Tree of Remembrance

Location: Dolphin Centre, Poole

At: GATHER

A month-long Tree of Remembrance at the Dolphin Centre in Poole during December 2026, with further details to be confirmed.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas in Colour with Father Christmas at Lulworth Castle

Location: Lulworth Castle

Join Lulworth Castle from the 6th December and discover their beautifully decorated real Christmas Trees.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas in Bournemouth (The Coconut Tree Bournemouth)

Location: The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, 185-187 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset

At: The Coconut Tree

A Sri Lankan festive dining experience at The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, offering Christmas menus and festive packages for parties, work ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Poole Print Makers

Location: GATHER, Ground Floor, The Dolphin, Poole, Dorset

At: GATHER

Poole Print Makers bring nine days of original prints to Gather, with artwork available to browse and buy for Christmas gifts.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Live Music at The White Hart Lymington

Location: The White Hart Lymington

At: The White Hart Lymington

Is it even Friday if you aren’t at The White Hart?

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Adult Dance Classes at Dance Majic

Location: Dance Majic

At: Dance Majic

They teach a range of adult classes including Heels, Commercial, Beginner & Intermediate Ballroom & Latin, One-to-One Tuition & Wedding ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

BABYBALLET at Noisy Lobster

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

Award-winning babyballet holds classes on a Friday morning at the Noisy Lobster for little girls and boys aged between 18 ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Runtribe

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

RunTribe Mudeford is a welcoming, social running group for all abilities — whether you're just getting started or already love ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

NEW ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS COMING TO MEYRICK PARK THIS SEPTEMBER

Location: Individuality Swimming & Fitness

At: Individuality Swimming and Fitness

You asked, and Individuality Swimming & Fitness listened.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas 2026 at Village Hotel Bournemouth – £10pp Deposit

Location: Village Hotel Bournemouth, Wessex Fields, Deansleigh Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 4EW

At: Village Hotel

Start planning your Christmas 2026 celebration with a £10pp deposit and choose from festive party nights, Party in the Pub, ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the White Hart

Location: The White Hart, Lymington, Hampshire

At: The White Hart Lymington

The White Hart in Lymington serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses available for pre-Christmas celebrations.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Yuletide Express at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From Multiple departure times – check the booking timetable.

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a magical Christmas train journey through the Purbeck countryside, with a special visit from Father Christmas, festive elves, gifts ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Belle – Festive Afternoon Tea at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From Check the Booking Timetable.

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a luxurious festive afternoon tea aboard the beautifully restored Devon Belle Pullman Observation Car, with a steam-hauled journey through ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

The Festive Gin & Rum Express at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a festive evening aboard Swanage Railway's Devon Belle Observation Car, with gin, rum, festive cocktails, delicious nibbles and Christmas ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the Oaks (Christmas 2026)

Location: The Oaks, 189 Lymington Road, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset

At: The Oaks Highcliffe

The Oaks in Highcliffe serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses, available for festive get-togethers throughout ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Holidays at RockReef & PierZip!

Location: RockReef & PierZip, Bournemouth Pier, Pier Approach, Bournemouth

At: RockReef

Daily Christmas holiday opening at RockReef and PierZip on Bournemouth Pier with advance booking discounts.

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Dec 26

Carols Under the Castle 2026 at the Greyhound Inn, Corfe Castle

Location: The Greyhound Inn, Corfe Castle, Dorset, England

At: The Greyhound Inn

Seasonal carol events held on two Saturdays in December at The Greyhound Inn under Corfe Castle.

Fortnightly Event

Indoor Christmas Market at Compton Abbas Airfield

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Dec 26

Indoor Christmas Market at Compton Abbas Airfield

Location: Compton Abbas Airfield

Time: From 9:30 AM

At: Lore of the Sky

Enjoy a festive day of Christmas shopping at Compton Abbas Airfield, with market stalls, hot mulled wine and mince pies.

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Dec 26

Nutley Farm Christmas 2026

Location: Nutley Farm Winfrith Heath, Dorchester

Experience the magic of Nutley Farm Christmas, one of Dorset's most loved festive events, returning for 2026.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Free Online Courses at Bournemouth & Poole College

At: Bournemouth and Poole College

Develop your skills, explore a new interest or boost your career prospects with Bournemouth & Poole College’s free, nationally recognised ...

Duration: 8–21 weeks, depending on the course, with a few hours of flexible online study each week. Start within three days of applying.

Father Christmas Yuletide Express 2026 | Swanage Railway

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Yuletide Express 2026 | Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway

At: Swanage Railway

Step into a world of twinkling lights, festive cheer and timeless Christmas traditions. Father Christmas's Yuletide Express is more than ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Afternoon Tea at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

As the afternoon arrives, why not indulge in our exquisite and ever popular Afternoon Tea.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas at Marwell Zoo

Location: Thompson's Lane, Colden Common, Winchester, SO21 1JH

Enjoy a festive family day out at Marwell Zoo, with animal encounters, seasonal activities, Christmas markets, Santa’s Grotto and the ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Parkrun

Location: Compton Abbas Airfield, Lore of the Sky venue (Dorset, England)

Time: From 09.00am

At: Lore of the Sky

A free weekly 5k community parkrun where participants can jog, run, volunteer or spectate.

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Indoor Christmas Market at Compton Abbas Airfield

Location: Compton Abbas Airfield (Lore of the Sky), Shaftesbury, Dorset, England

Time: From 09.30am

At: Lore of the Sky

A one-day indoor Christmas market at Compton Abbas Airfield featuring festive drinks and food alongside stalls for last-minute gifts.

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Dec 26

Breakfast with Santa on Bournemouth Pier

Location: Key West Coastal Restaurant & Entertainment, Pier Approach, Bournemouth

Time: From 08.45am

At: The Bournemouth Pier

A festive family breakfast experience with Santa, an unlimited buffet and games with elves at Key West on Bournemouth Pier.

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Breakfast with Santa at Key West

Location: Key West, Bournemouth Pier, Bournemouth, England

Time: From 9.00am

At: The Bournemouth Pier

A festive family breakfast event with Santa at Key West on Bournemouth Pier.

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Dec 26

Room on the Broom Trail

Time: From 9:00

At: Moors Valley Country Park & Forest – A Family-Friendly Outdoor Adventure

Join Witch and her friends on an enchanting adventure at Moors Valley Country Park.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Farmer Palmer’s Family Christmas Dorset | Santa & Twilight

Location: Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park, Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, Dorset

Time: From 04.00pm

At: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

A festive Christmas programme at Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park featuring daytime Christmas visits and evening Twilight Christmas experiences with Farmer ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Skate Bournemouth 2026

Location: Lower Gardens, Westover Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5AH

Time: From 10.30am

Enjoy a festive skate beneath the trees in Bournemouth’s Lower Gardens as SKATE Bournemouth returns from 12th November 2026 to ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Santa Experience Afloat: Santa’s Magical Harbour Adventure

Location: Poole Quay, Poole

Time: From 11.00am

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

A family Christmas boat experience in Poole featuring festive storytelling and games, a hot chocolate station, and a visit to ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Festive Harbour Cruise

Location: Blue Coastal Cruises Kiosk, Poole Quay, Poole

Time: From 11.30am

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

A seasonal Poole Harbour cruise in December with live commentary plus complimentary mulled wine and a mince pie.

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Jack and the Beanstalk

Location: Tivoli Theatre, Wimborne, Dorset, England

Time: From 1.00pm

At: Tivoli Theatre Wimborne

A festive family pantomime at the Tivoli Theatre featuring Vicki Michelle as Fairy French Bean and a full cast of ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Santa Experience Afloat: Santa’s Magical Harbour Adventure

Location: Poole Quay, Poole

Time: From 11.00am

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

A family Christmas boat experience in Poole featuring festive storytelling and games, a hot chocolate station, and a visit to ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Aladdin Pantomime

Location: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre, Westover Road, Bournemouth

Time: From 2.30pm

At: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

A festive family pantomime brings Aladdin to Bournemouth Pavilion with spectacular staging, comedy, special effects and plenty of audience participation, ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Santa Experience Afloat: Santa’s Magical Harbour Adventure

Location: Poole Quay, Poole

Time: From 11.00am

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

A family Christmas boat experience in Poole featuring festive storytelling and games, a hot chocolate station, and a visit to ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Experience December 2026

Location: Careys Secret Garden, Dorset

Time: From 4.00pm

An interactive Father Christmas experience at Careys Secret Garden including entry to the Enchanted Gardens Light Trail, with bookable 30-minute slots.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Poole Christmas Party Cruise

Location: Poole Quay, Poole

Time: From 7.00pm

At: Poole Harbour Boat Tours

A festive evening party cruise on Poole Harbour with mulled wine, a two-course buffet and a DJ for dancing.

Recurring Event

Sun 20 Dec

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Dec 26

Lore of the Sky Festive Menu (Christmas at Lore of the Sky)

Location: Lore of the Sky, Compton Abbas Airfield, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England

At: Lore of the Sky

Lore of the Sky offers a seasonal festive menu inspired by the Dorset countryside, available for a limited winter run ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Tree of Remembrance

Location: Dolphin Centre, Poole

At: GATHER

A month-long Tree of Remembrance at the Dolphin Centre in Poole during December 2026, with further details to be confirmed.

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Dec 26

Poole Print Makers

Location: GATHER, Ground Floor, The Dolphin, Poole, Dorset

At: GATHER

Poole Print Makers bring nine days of original prints to Gather, with artwork available to browse and buy for Christmas gifts.

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Dec 26

Christmas in Bournemouth (The Coconut Tree Bournemouth)

Location: The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, 185-187 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset

At: The Coconut Tree

A Sri Lankan festive dining experience at The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, offering Christmas menus and festive packages for parties, work ...

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Dec 26

Live Music at The White Hart Lymington

Location: The White Hart Lymington

At: The White Hart Lymington

Is it even Friday if you aren’t at The White Hart?

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Dec 26

BABYBALLET at Noisy Lobster

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

Award-winning babyballet holds classes on a Friday morning at the Noisy Lobster for little girls and boys aged between 18 ...

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Dec 26

Adult Dance Classes at Dance Majic

Location: Dance Majic

At: Dance Majic

They teach a range of adult classes including Heels, Commercial, Beginner & Intermediate Ballroom & Latin, One-to-One Tuition & Wedding ...

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Dec 26

Runtribe

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

RunTribe Mudeford is a welcoming, social running group for all abilities — whether you're just getting started or already love ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas 2026 at Village Hotel Bournemouth – £10pp Deposit

Location: Village Hotel Bournemouth, Wessex Fields, Deansleigh Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 4EW

At: Village Hotel

Start planning your Christmas 2026 celebration with a £10pp deposit and choose from festive party nights, Party in the Pub, ...

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Dec 26

NEW ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS COMING TO MEYRICK PARK THIS SEPTEMBER

Location: Individuality Swimming & Fitness

At: Individuality Swimming and Fitness

You asked, and Individuality Swimming & Fitness listened.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas in Colour with Father Christmas at Lulworth Castle

Location: Lulworth Castle

Join Lulworth Castle from the 6th December and discover their beautifully decorated real Christmas Trees.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the White Hart

Location: The White Hart, Lymington, Hampshire

At: The White Hart Lymington

The White Hart in Lymington serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses available for pre-Christmas celebrations.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

The Festive Gin & Rum Express at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a festive evening aboard Swanage Railway's Devon Belle Observation Car, with gin, rum, festive cocktails, delicious nibbles and Christmas ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Belle – Festive Afternoon Tea at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From Check the Booking Timetable.

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a luxurious festive afternoon tea aboard the beautifully restored Devon Belle Pullman Observation Car, with a steam-hauled journey through ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Yuletide Express at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From Multiple departure times – check the booking timetable.

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a magical Christmas train journey through the Purbeck countryside, with a special visit from Father Christmas, festive elves, gifts ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the Oaks (Christmas 2026)

Location: The Oaks, 189 Lymington Road, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset

At: The Oaks Highcliffe

The Oaks in Highcliffe serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses, available for festive get-togethers throughout ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Yuletide Express 2026 | Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway

At: Swanage Railway

Step into a world of twinkling lights, festive cheer and timeless Christmas traditions. Father Christmas's Yuletide Express is more than ...

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Dec 26

Free Online Courses at Bournemouth & Poole College

At: Bournemouth and Poole College

Develop your skills, explore a new interest or boost your career prospects with Bournemouth & Poole College’s free, nationally recognised ...

Duration: 8–21 weeks, depending on the course, with a few hours of flexible online study each week. Start within three days of applying.

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Dec 26

Nutley Farm Christmas 2026

Location: Nutley Farm Winfrith Heath, Dorchester

Experience the magic of Nutley Farm Christmas, one of Dorset's most loved festive events, returning for 2026.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Sunday Lunch at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

The Priory's traditional Sunday lunch with all the trimmings as you would expect, is one of your favourites.

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Dec 26

Afternoon Tea at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

As the afternoon arrives, why not indulge in our exquisite and ever popular Afternoon Tea.

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Dec 26

Sunday Roasts at Lore of the Sky

Time: From 12:00 PM

At: Lore of the Sky

Enjoy a traditional Sunday Roast at Lore of the Sky, featuring a sharing platter with house-smoked meats and seasonal ingredients.

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Dec 26

Christmas at Marwell Zoo

Location: Thompson's Lane, Colden Common, Winchester, SO21 1JH

Enjoy a festive family day out at Marwell Zoo, with animal encounters, seasonal activities, Christmas markets, Santa’s Grotto and the ...

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Dec 26

Breakfast with Santa on Bournemouth Pier

Location: Key West Coastal Restaurant & Entertainment, Pier Approach, Bournemouth

Time: From 08.45am

At: The Bournemouth Pier

A festive family breakfast experience with Santa, an unlimited buffet and games with elves at Key West on Bournemouth Pier.

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Dec 26

Breakfast with Santa at Key West

Location: Key West, Bournemouth Pier, Bournemouth, England

Time: From 9.00am

At: The Bournemouth Pier

A festive family breakfast event with Santa at Key West on Bournemouth Pier.

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Dec 26

Room on the Broom Trail

Time: From 9:00

At: Moors Valley Country Park & Forest – A Family-Friendly Outdoor Adventure

Join Witch and her friends on an enchanting adventure at Moors Valley Country Park.

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Dec 26

Farmer Palmer’s Family Christmas Dorset | Santa & Twilight

Location: Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park, Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, Dorset

Time: From 04.00pm

At: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

A festive Christmas programme at Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park featuring daytime Christmas visits and evening Twilight Christmas experiences with Farmer ...

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Dec 26

Skate Bournemouth 2026

Location: Lower Gardens, Westover Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5AH

Time: From 10.30am

Enjoy a festive skate beneath the trees in Bournemouth’s Lower Gardens as SKATE Bournemouth returns from 12th November 2026 to ...

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Dec 26

Festive Harbour Cruise

Location: Blue Coastal Cruises Kiosk, Poole Quay, Poole

Time: From 11.30am

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

A seasonal Poole Harbour cruise in December with live commentary plus complimentary mulled wine and a mince pie.

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Dec 26

Jack and the Beanstalk

Location: Tivoli Theatre, Wimborne, Dorset, England

Time: From 1.00pm

At: Tivoli Theatre Wimborne

A festive family pantomime at the Tivoli Theatre featuring Vicki Michelle as Fairy French Bean and a full cast of ...

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Dec 26

Meet Santa at Vivo Lounge

Location: Vivo Lounge, Brewery Square

Time: From 2:00pm

Bring the little ones to meet Santa in his grotto at Vivo Lounge this Christmas.

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Dec 26

Aladdin Pantomime

Location: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre, Westover Road, Bournemouth

Time: From 2.30pm

At: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

A festive family pantomime brings Aladdin to Bournemouth Pavilion with spectacular staging, comedy, special effects and plenty of audience participation, ...

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Dec 26

Turn of the Wheel: Winter Solstice (Seasonal Storytelling & Feast)

Location: Upwey Wishing Well (Wishing Well Cottage), 161 Church Street, Weymouth, Dorset, United Kingdom

Time: From 03.30pm

The Winter Solstice gathering is part of the Turn of the Wheel series, featuring storytelling and a seasonal feast to ...

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Experience December 2026

Location: Careys Secret Garden, Dorset

Time: From 4.00pm

An interactive Father Christmas experience at Careys Secret Garden including entry to the Enchanted Gardens Light Trail, with bookable 30-minute slots.

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Dec 26

The Festive Sunday Supper with Live Music From Laura Hemming

Location: Guildhall Tavern, 15 Market St, Poole

Time: From 6.15pm

At: Guildhall Tavern

A festive three-course Sunday supper at Guildhall Tavern, accompanied by live Christmas music performed by vocalist Laura Hemming.

Mon 21 Dec

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the White Hart

Location: The White Hart, Lymington, Hampshire

At: The White Hart Lymington

The White Hart in Lymington serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses available for pre-Christmas celebrations.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Yuletide Express at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From Multiple departure times – check the booking timetable.

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a magical Christmas train journey through the Purbeck countryside, with a special visit from Father Christmas, festive elves, gifts ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Belle – Festive Afternoon Tea at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From Check the Booking Timetable.

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a luxurious festive afternoon tea aboard the beautifully restored Devon Belle Pullman Observation Car, with a steam-hauled journey through ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

The Festive Gin & Rum Express at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a festive evening aboard Swanage Railway's Devon Belle Observation Car, with gin, rum, festive cocktails, delicious nibbles and Christmas ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the Oaks (Christmas 2026)

Location: The Oaks, 189 Lymington Road, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset

At: The Oaks Highcliffe

The Oaks in Highcliffe serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses, available for festive get-togethers throughout ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Runtribe

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

RunTribe Mudeford is a welcoming, social running group for all abilities — whether you're just getting started or already love ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas in Colour with Father Christmas at Lulworth Castle

Location: Lulworth Castle

Join Lulworth Castle from the 6th December and discover their beautifully decorated real Christmas Trees.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

NEW ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS COMING TO MEYRICK PARK THIS SEPTEMBER

Location: Individuality Swimming & Fitness

At: Individuality Swimming and Fitness

You asked, and Individuality Swimming & Fitness listened.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas 2026 at Village Hotel Bournemouth – £10pp Deposit

Location: Village Hotel Bournemouth, Wessex Fields, Deansleigh Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 4EW

At: Village Hotel

Start planning your Christmas 2026 celebration with a £10pp deposit and choose from festive party nights, Party in the Pub, ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Live Music at The White Hart Lymington

Location: The White Hart Lymington

At: The White Hart Lymington

Is it even Friday if you aren’t at The White Hart?

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Adult Dance Classes at Dance Majic

Location: Dance Majic

At: Dance Majic

They teach a range of adult classes including Heels, Commercial, Beginner & Intermediate Ballroom & Latin, One-to-One Tuition & Wedding ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

BABYBALLET at Noisy Lobster

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

Award-winning babyballet holds classes on a Friday morning at the Noisy Lobster for little girls and boys aged between 18 ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Lore of the Sky Festive Menu (Christmas at Lore of the Sky)

Location: Lore of the Sky, Compton Abbas Airfield, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England

At: Lore of the Sky

Lore of the Sky offers a seasonal festive menu inspired by the Dorset countryside, available for a limited winter run ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Tree of Remembrance

Location: Dolphin Centre, Poole

At: GATHER

A month-long Tree of Remembrance at the Dolphin Centre in Poole during December 2026, with further details to be confirmed.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas in Bournemouth (The Coconut Tree Bournemouth)

Location: The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, 185-187 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset

At: The Coconut Tree

A Sri Lankan festive dining experience at The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, offering Christmas menus and festive packages for parties, work ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Poole Print Makers

Location: GATHER, Ground Floor, The Dolphin, Poole, Dorset

At: GATHER

Poole Print Makers bring nine days of original prints to Gather, with artwork available to browse and buy for Christmas gifts.

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Dec 26

Christmas at Marwell Zoo

Location: Thompson's Lane, Colden Common, Winchester, SO21 1JH

Enjoy a festive family day out at Marwell Zoo, with animal encounters, seasonal activities, Christmas markets, Santa’s Grotto and the ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Afternoon Tea at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

As the afternoon arrives, why not indulge in our exquisite and ever popular Afternoon Tea.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Nutley Farm Christmas 2026

Location: Nutley Farm Winfrith Heath, Dorchester

Experience the magic of Nutley Farm Christmas, one of Dorset's most loved festive events, returning for 2026.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Free Online Courses at Bournemouth & Poole College

At: Bournemouth and Poole College

Develop your skills, explore a new interest or boost your career prospects with Bournemouth & Poole College’s free, nationally recognised ...

Duration: 8–21 weeks, depending on the course, with a few hours of flexible online study each week. Start within three days of applying.

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Yuletide Express 2026 | Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway

At: Swanage Railway

Step into a world of twinkling lights, festive cheer and timeless Christmas traditions. Father Christmas's Yuletide Express is more than ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Room on the Broom Trail

Time: From 9:00

At: Moors Valley Country Park & Forest – A Family-Friendly Outdoor Adventure

Join Witch and her friends on an enchanting adventure at Moors Valley Country Park.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Farmer Palmer’s Family Christmas Dorset | Santa & Twilight

Location: Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park, Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, Dorset

Time: From 04.00pm

At: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

A festive Christmas programme at Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park featuring daytime Christmas visits and evening Twilight Christmas experiences with Farmer ...

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Dec 26

Skate Bournemouth 2026

Location: Lower Gardens, Westover Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5AH

Time: From 10.30am

Enjoy a festive skate beneath the trees in Bournemouth’s Lower Gardens as SKATE Bournemouth returns from 12th November 2026 to ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Jack and the Beanstalk

Location: Tivoli Theatre, Wimborne, Dorset, England

Time: From 1.00pm

At: Tivoli Theatre Wimborne

A festive family pantomime at the Tivoli Theatre featuring Vicki Michelle as Fairy French Bean and a full cast of ...

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Dec 26

Christmas Disco

Time: From 1:00pm

At: BH Live Active Littledown

Get festive at a magical Christmas disco at BH Live Active, Littledown, with games, dance competitions and prizes.

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Dec 26

Aladdin Pantomime

Location: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre, Westover Road, Bournemouth

Time: From 2.30pm

At: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

A festive family pantomime brings Aladdin to Bournemouth Pavilion with spectacular staging, comedy, special effects and plenty of audience participation, ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Experience December 2026

Location: Careys Secret Garden, Dorset

Time: From 4.00pm

An interactive Father Christmas experience at Careys Secret Garden including entry to the Enchanted Gardens Light Trail, with bookable 30-minute slots.

Daily Event

Tue 22 Dec

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the White Hart

Location: The White Hart, Lymington, Hampshire

At: The White Hart Lymington

The White Hart in Lymington serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses available for pre-Christmas celebrations.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

The Festive Gin & Rum Express at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a festive evening aboard Swanage Railway's Devon Belle Observation Car, with gin, rum, festive cocktails, delicious nibbles and Christmas ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Belle – Festive Afternoon Tea at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From Check the Booking Timetable.

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a luxurious festive afternoon tea aboard the beautifully restored Devon Belle Pullman Observation Car, with a steam-hauled journey through ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Yuletide Express at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From Multiple departure times – check the booking timetable.

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a magical Christmas train journey through the Purbeck countryside, with a special visit from Father Christmas, festive elves, gifts ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the Oaks (Christmas 2026)

Location: The Oaks, 189 Lymington Road, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset

At: The Oaks Highcliffe

The Oaks in Highcliffe serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses, available for festive get-togethers throughout ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Lore of the Sky Festive Menu (Christmas at Lore of the Sky)

Location: Lore of the Sky, Compton Abbas Airfield, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England

At: Lore of the Sky

Lore of the Sky offers a seasonal festive menu inspired by the Dorset countryside, available for a limited winter run ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Tree of Remembrance

Location: Dolphin Centre, Poole

At: GATHER

A month-long Tree of Remembrance at the Dolphin Centre in Poole during December 2026, with further details to be confirmed.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas in Bournemouth (The Coconut Tree Bournemouth)

Location: The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, 185-187 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset

At: The Coconut Tree

A Sri Lankan festive dining experience at The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, offering Christmas menus and festive packages for parties, work ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Live Music at The White Hart Lymington

Location: The White Hart Lymington

At: The White Hart Lymington

Is it even Friday if you aren’t at The White Hart?

Daily Event

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Dec 26

BABYBALLET at Noisy Lobster

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

Award-winning babyballet holds classes on a Friday morning at the Noisy Lobster for little girls and boys aged between 18 ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Adult Dance Classes at Dance Majic

Location: Dance Majic

At: Dance Majic

They teach a range of adult classes including Heels, Commercial, Beginner & Intermediate Ballroom & Latin, One-to-One Tuition & Wedding ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Runtribe

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

RunTribe Mudeford is a welcoming, social running group for all abilities — whether you're just getting started or already love ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas 2026 at Village Hotel Bournemouth – £10pp Deposit

Location: Village Hotel Bournemouth, Wessex Fields, Deansleigh Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 4EW

At: Village Hotel

Start planning your Christmas 2026 celebration with a £10pp deposit and choose from festive party nights, Party in the Pub, ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

NEW ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS COMING TO MEYRICK PARK THIS SEPTEMBER

Location: Individuality Swimming & Fitness

At: Individuality Swimming and Fitness

You asked, and Individuality Swimming & Fitness listened.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas in Colour with Father Christmas at Lulworth Castle

Location: Lulworth Castle

Join Lulworth Castle from the 6th December and discover their beautifully decorated real Christmas Trees.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Afternoon Tea at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

As the afternoon arrives, why not indulge in our exquisite and ever popular Afternoon Tea.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas at Marwell Zoo

Location: Thompson's Lane, Colden Common, Winchester, SO21 1JH

Enjoy a festive family day out at Marwell Zoo, with animal encounters, seasonal activities, Christmas markets, Santa’s Grotto and the ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Yuletide Express 2026 | Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway

At: Swanage Railway

Step into a world of twinkling lights, festive cheer and timeless Christmas traditions. Father Christmas's Yuletide Express is more than ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Free Online Courses at Bournemouth & Poole College

At: Bournemouth and Poole College

Develop your skills, explore a new interest or boost your career prospects with Bournemouth & Poole College’s free, nationally recognised ...

Duration: 8–21 weeks, depending on the course, with a few hours of flexible online study each week. Start within three days of applying.

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Dec 26

Nutley Farm Christmas 2026

Location: Nutley Farm Winfrith Heath, Dorchester

Experience the magic of Nutley Farm Christmas, one of Dorset's most loved festive events, returning for 2026.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Room on the Broom Trail

Time: From 9:00

At: Moors Valley Country Park & Forest – A Family-Friendly Outdoor Adventure

Join Witch and her friends on an enchanting adventure at Moors Valley Country Park.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Farmer Palmer’s Family Christmas Dorset | Santa & Twilight

Location: Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park, Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, Dorset

Time: From 04.00pm

At: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

A festive Christmas programme at Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park featuring daytime Christmas visits and evening Twilight Christmas experiences with Farmer ...

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Dec 26

Transforming Care Together – Royal Bournemouth and Poole Hospitals

Location: GATHER, Ground Floor, The Dolphin, Poole, Dorset

Time: From 10.00am

At: GATHER

Hospital staff from Royal Bournemouth and Poole Hospitals host a drop-in session at Gather to explain service changes and answer questions.

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Dec 26

Skate Bournemouth 2026

Location: Lower Gardens, Westover Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5AH

Time: From 10.30am

Enjoy a festive skate beneath the trees in Bournemouth’s Lower Gardens as SKATE Bournemouth returns from 12th November 2026 to ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Santa Experience Afloat: Santa’s Magical Harbour Adventure

Location: Poole Quay, Poole

Time: From 11.00am

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

A family Christmas boat experience in Poole featuring festive storytelling and games, a hot chocolate station, and a visit to ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Jack and the Beanstalk

Location: Tivoli Theatre, Wimborne, Dorset, England

Time: From 1.00pm

At: Tivoli Theatre Wimborne

A festive family pantomime at the Tivoli Theatre featuring Vicki Michelle as Fairy French Bean and a full cast of ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Santa Experience Afloat: Santa’s Magical Harbour Adventure

Location: Poole Quay, Poole

Time: From 11.00am

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

A family Christmas boat experience in Poole featuring festive storytelling and games, a hot chocolate station, and a visit to ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Aladdin Pantomime

Location: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre, Westover Road, Bournemouth

Time: From 2.30pm

At: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

A festive family pantomime brings Aladdin to Bournemouth Pavilion with spectacular staging, comedy, special effects and plenty of audience participation, ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Santa Experience Afloat: Santa’s Magical Harbour Adventure

Location: Poole Quay, Poole

Time: From 11.00am

At: Coastal Cruises Poole

A family Christmas boat experience in Poole featuring festive storytelling and games, a hot chocolate station, and a visit to ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Experience December 2026

Location: Careys Secret Garden, Dorset

Time: From 4.00pm

An interactive Father Christmas experience at Careys Secret Garden including entry to the Enchanted Gardens Light Trail, with bookable 30-minute slots.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Thai Tuesdays

Location: Nusara Thai (all Nusara locations), England

Time: From 05.00pm

At: Nusara Thai

A weekly two-course Thai dining promotion running every Tuesday from 5pm at Nusara Thai locations.

Recurring Event

Wed 23 Dec

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Dec 26

Wok It Wednesdays

Location: Nusara Thai (all Nusara locations), England

At: Nusara Thai

A weekly curry promotion running every Wednesday all day, offering buy one get one free on curries for dine-in or ...

Recurring Event

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Dec 26

Christmas in Bournemouth (The Coconut Tree Bournemouth)

Location: The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, 185-187 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset

At: The Coconut Tree

A Sri Lankan festive dining experience at The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, offering Christmas menus and festive packages for parties, work ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Tree of Remembrance

Location: Dolphin Centre, Poole

At: GATHER

A month-long Tree of Remembrance at the Dolphin Centre in Poole during December 2026, with further details to be confirmed.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Lore of the Sky Festive Menu (Christmas at Lore of the Sky)

Location: Lore of the Sky, Compton Abbas Airfield, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England

At: Lore of the Sky

Lore of the Sky offers a seasonal festive menu inspired by the Dorset countryside, available for a limited winter run ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Live Music at The White Hart Lymington

Location: The White Hart Lymington

At: The White Hart Lymington

Is it even Friday if you aren’t at The White Hart?

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Adult Dance Classes at Dance Majic

Location: Dance Majic

At: Dance Majic

They teach a range of adult classes including Heels, Commercial, Beginner & Intermediate Ballroom & Latin, One-to-One Tuition & Wedding ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

BABYBALLET at Noisy Lobster

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

Award-winning babyballet holds classes on a Friday morning at the Noisy Lobster for little girls and boys aged between 18 ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Runtribe

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

RunTribe Mudeford is a welcoming, social running group for all abilities — whether you're just getting started or already love ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas in Colour with Father Christmas at Lulworth Castle

Location: Lulworth Castle

Join Lulworth Castle from the 6th December and discover their beautifully decorated real Christmas Trees.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

NEW ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS COMING TO MEYRICK PARK THIS SEPTEMBER

Location: Individuality Swimming & Fitness

At: Individuality Swimming and Fitness

You asked, and Individuality Swimming & Fitness listened.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas 2026 at Village Hotel Bournemouth – £10pp Deposit

Location: Village Hotel Bournemouth, Wessex Fields, Deansleigh Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 4EW

At: Village Hotel

Start planning your Christmas 2026 celebration with a £10pp deposit and choose from festive party nights, Party in the Pub, ...

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the White Hart

Location: The White Hart, Lymington, Hampshire

At: The White Hart Lymington

The White Hart in Lymington serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses available for pre-Christmas celebrations.

Daily Event

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Yuletide Express at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From Multiple departure times – check the booking timetable.

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a magical Christmas train journey through the Purbeck countryside, with a special visit from Father Christmas, festive elves, gifts ...

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Dec 26

Christmas Belle – Festive Afternoon Tea at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From Check the Booking Timetable.

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a luxurious festive afternoon tea aboard the beautifully restored Devon Belle Pullman Observation Car, with a steam-hauled journey through ...

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Dec 26

The Festive Gin & Rum Express at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a festive evening aboard Swanage Railway's Devon Belle Observation Car, with gin, rum, festive cocktails, delicious nibbles and Christmas ...

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the Oaks (Christmas 2026)

Location: The Oaks, 189 Lymington Road, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset

At: The Oaks Highcliffe

The Oaks in Highcliffe serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses, available for festive get-togethers throughout ...

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Dec 26

Nutley Farm Christmas 2026

Location: Nutley Farm Winfrith Heath, Dorchester

Experience the magic of Nutley Farm Christmas, one of Dorset's most loved festive events, returning for 2026.

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Dec 26

Free Online Courses at Bournemouth & Poole College

At: Bournemouth and Poole College

Develop your skills, explore a new interest or boost your career prospects with Bournemouth & Poole College’s free, nationally recognised ...

Duration: 8–21 weeks, depending on the course, with a few hours of flexible online study each week. Start within three days of applying.

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Yuletide Express 2026 | Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway

At: Swanage Railway

Step into a world of twinkling lights, festive cheer and timeless Christmas traditions. Father Christmas's Yuletide Express is more than ...

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Dec 26

Afternoon Tea at The Priory

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

As the afternoon arrives, why not indulge in our exquisite and ever popular Afternoon Tea.

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Dec 26

Christmas at Marwell Zoo

Location: Thompson's Lane, Colden Common, Winchester, SO21 1JH

Enjoy a festive family day out at Marwell Zoo, with animal encounters, seasonal activities, Christmas markets, Santa’s Grotto and the ...

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Dec 26

Room on the Broom Trail

Time: From 9:00

At: Moors Valley Country Park & Forest – A Family-Friendly Outdoor Adventure

Join Witch and her friends on an enchanting adventure at Moors Valley Country Park.

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Dec 26

Farmer Palmer’s Family Christmas Dorset | Santa & Twilight

Location: Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park, Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, Dorset

Time: From 04.00pm

At: Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

A festive Christmas programme at Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park featuring daytime Christmas visits and evening Twilight Christmas experiences with Farmer ...

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Dec 26

Skate Bournemouth 2026

Location: Lower Gardens, Westover Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5AH

Time: From 10.30am

Enjoy a festive skate beneath the trees in Bournemouth’s Lower Gardens as SKATE Bournemouth returns from 12th November 2026 to ...

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Dec 26

Jack and the Beanstalk

Location: Tivoli Theatre, Wimborne, Dorset, England

Time: From 1.00pm

At: Tivoli Theatre Wimborne

A festive family pantomime at the Tivoli Theatre featuring Vicki Michelle as Fairy French Bean and a full cast of ...

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Dec 26

Aladdin Pantomime

Location: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre, Westover Road, Bournemouth

Time: From 2.30pm

At: Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

A festive family pantomime brings Aladdin to Bournemouth Pavilion with spectacular staging, comedy, special effects and plenty of audience participation, ...

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Experience December 2026

Location: Careys Secret Garden, Dorset

Time: From 4.00pm

An interactive Father Christmas experience at Careys Secret Garden including entry to the Enchanted Gardens Light Trail, with bookable 30-minute slots.

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Dec 26

Steak Night at the Britannia (Every Wednesday From 5Pm)

Location: The Britannia, 20 Britannia Road, Parkstone, Poole

Time: From 5.00pm

At: The Britannia

A weekly Steak Night runs every Wednesday evening at The Britannia, with a bottle of wine and complimentary sauces available ...

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the Oaks (Christmas 2026)

Location: The Oaks, 189 Lymington Road, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset

At: The Oaks Highcliffe

The Oaks in Highcliffe serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses, available for festive get-togethers throughout ...

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Dec 26

Christmas Party Menu at the White Hart

Location: The White Hart, Lymington, Hampshire

At: The White Hart Lymington

The White Hart in Lymington serves a seasonal Christmas Party Menu with two or three courses available for pre-Christmas celebrations.

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Dec 26

Father Christmas Yuletide Express at Swanage Railway

Location: Swanage Railway, Swanage Station

Time: From Multiple departure times – check the booking timetable.

At: Swanage Railway

Enjoy a magical Christmas train journey through the Purbeck countryside, with a special visit from Father Christmas, festive elves, gifts ...

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Dec 26

Lore of the Sky Festive Menu (Christmas at Lore of the Sky)

Location: Lore of the Sky, Compton Abbas Airfield, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England

At: Lore of the Sky

Lore of the Sky offers a seasonal festive menu inspired by the Dorset countryside, available for a limited winter run ...

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Dec 26

Tree of Remembrance

Location: Dolphin Centre, Poole

At: GATHER

A month-long Tree of Remembrance at the Dolphin Centre in Poole during December 2026, with further details to be confirmed.

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Dec 26

Christmas in Bournemouth (The Coconut Tree Bournemouth)

Location: The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, 185-187 Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset

At: The Coconut Tree

A Sri Lankan festive dining experience at The Coconut Tree Bournemouth, offering Christmas menus and festive packages for parties, work ...

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Dec 26

Thai Tapas Thursdays

Location: Nusara Thai (all Nusara locations), England

At: Nusara Thai

A weekly small-plates promotion running every Thursday all day, offering 4-for-3 on small plates.

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Dec 26

Live Music at The White Hart Lymington

Location: The White Hart Lymington

At: The White Hart Lymington

Is it even Friday if you aren’t at The White Hart?

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Dec 26

BABYBALLET at Noisy Lobster

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

Award-winning babyballet holds classes on a Friday morning at the Noisy Lobster for little girls and boys aged between 18 ...

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Dec 26

Adult Dance Classes at Dance Majic

Location: Dance Majic

At: Dance Majic

They teach a range of adult classes including Heels, Commercial, Beginner & Intermediate Ballroom & Latin, One-to-One Tuition & Wedding ...

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Dec 26

Runtribe

Location: Noisy Lobster

At: The Noisy Lobster

RunTribe Mudeford is a welcoming, social running group for all abilities — whether you're just getting started or already love ...

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Dec 26

Christmas 2026 at Village Hotel Bournemouth – £10pp Deposit

Location: Village Hotel Bournemouth, Wessex Fields, Deansleigh Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 4EW

At: Village Hotel

Start planning your Christmas 2026 celebration with a £10pp deposit and choose from festive party nights, Party in the Pub, ...

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Dec 26

Our 3-night Christmas Itinerary

Location: The Priory, Wareham, Dorset, England

At: The Priory Hotel Wareham

A three-night Christmas stay at The Priory in Wareham featuring festive dining, afternoon teas, a champagne reception, and relaxed breakfasts ...

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