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Christmas in Dorset 2025

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This fantastically festive guide to Christmas in Dorset shows you all the best family friendly Christmas events in 2025, where to go for a delicious Christmas day lunch in Dorset, things to do on boxing day, and the ultimate Christmas gift guide.

Whether you're stuck on where to go to get your perfect Christmas tree in Dorset, or unsure on how you can keep the kids occupied during the festive season, no matter what it is, Total guide to Dorset should be your first port of call.

From bright, festive light switch-ons to Christmas markets and carol singers in Dorset, we bring you an incredibly helpful guide to the most magical season of them all.

Christmas Events

Wreath Making

Christmas Markets

Christmas Trees

Office Parties

Christmas Gift Guide

Santa's Grottos

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Christmas Shows

Christmas Light Trails

Christmas Lunch in Dorset

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Nov 25

Festive Afternoon Tea with Hotel Du Vin

Location: Hotel Du Vin, Poole

Enjoy an Afternoon Tea with a Festive twist!

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Nov 25

Skate Bournemouth

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

Time: From 10.30am

Skate Bournemouth are back and excited to get their huge real ice rink and Moguls Alpine Bar to Bournemouth's Lower Gardens!

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Nov 25

Gala Ball

At: Diverse Abilities

Join Diverse Abilities for a glamorous night to help make a difference for hundreds of children and adults with physical ...

Drag On The Pier: Vicki Vivacious Sleighs The Night

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Nov 25

Drag On The Pier: Vicki Vivacious Sleighs The Night

At: The Bournemouth Pier

Back by popular demand! RuPaul's Drag Race UK star Vicki Vivacious is returning to Key West for another dazzling night ...

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Nov 25

Poole Christmas Maritime Light Festival

Location: Various Locations

The Poole Christmas Maritime Light Festival takes place this November until January 2026!

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Nov 25

Christmas at Brasserie Blanc

At: Brasserie Blanc

Celebrate the Festive Season at Brasserie Blanc in Bournemouth promises to be a festive and delectable experience.

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Nov 25

Christmas at Stourhead

At: Stourhead

Plan the perfect Christmas with family and friends! Christmas at Stourhead returns with a brand-new light trail, stunning installations and ...

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Nov 25

Reindeer Barn at Nutley Farm

Location: Nutley Farm

Nutley Farm's reindeer – Rudolph, Prancer, Sprout, and Parsnip – live at Nutley Farm all year round, and they’re always ...

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Christmas Lights Experience at Nutley Farm

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Nov 25

Christmas Lights Experience at Nutley Farm

Time: From 3.00pm

Explore a festive trail of colour, wonder and light as you explore Nutley Farm’s most spectacular trail yet.

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Nov 25

Christmas At Westonbirt

Location: Westonbirt, Tetbury, GL8 8QS

Time: From 4.15pm

A dazzling festive experience awaits at Christmas at Westonbirt.

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Scrooge: A Grave Tale of Things Yet To Come Christmas Dining Experience

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Scrooge: A Grave Tale of Things Yet To Come Christmas Dining Experience

Time: From 19:00

At: The Bournemouth Pier

Above the waves, an immersive 3-course dining & theatre experience returns to Bournemouth Pier!

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Nov 25

Elvis Tribute on Bournemouth Pier

At: The Bournemouth Pier

Elvis comes to Bournemouth Pier – An outstanding, exciting tribute to one of the worlds’ greatest and most iconic King ...

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Win a family pass to Christmas at Stourhead's Opening Night

At: Stourhead

Your family can journey Stourhead's Christmas Light Trail for FREE, with this competition for their opening night on 28th November!

Competition closes:

14/11/2025

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Christmas Stays with Hotel Du Vin

This Christmas, indulge in an unforgettable festive experience at Hotel du Vin, where luxury meets charm in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Valid from 24/12/2025

Until: 27/12/2025

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New Years Eve Stays with Hotel Du Vin

Celebrate the turn of the year in style at Hotel du Vin, where every detail is designed for an unforgettable ...

Valid from 31/12/2025

Until: 01/01/2026

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BCP Council has got Christmas waste all wrapped up!

With Christmas just around the corner, BCP Council is encouraging residents to plan ahead to reduce all the extra waste ...

BBC One Unveil Christmas Day Running Order

The BBC have unveiled their eagerly-anticipated BBC One Christmas Day television running order with families around the country able to ...

Inventor Tom Lawton Offers Unique Rainbow Prints To Support Key Workers Over Christmas

Wiltshire-based inventor Tom Lawton, founder of Uplifting Products, wishes to donate three of his distinctive ‘Blueprint Of A Rainbow’ prints ...

VIDEO: Check out Poole's Christmas lights

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Dolphin Shopping Centre extends opening hours in the run up to Christmas

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WHERE TO MAKE YOUR OWN CHRISTMAS WREATHS IN DORSET 2025

Have you ever wondered how to make your own Christmas wreath? If so, our Christmas Wreath Workshops in Dorset guide ...

Christmas Lunch & Dinner in Dorset – Festive Dining, Family Gatherings & Office Parties

Searching for the perfect place for Christmas lunch in Dorset or a memorable Christmas dinner in Dorset? Whether you’re planning ...

CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS 2025

With Christmas just around the corner, it's important to start thinking about what you're getting the little ones, siblings, friends, ...

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