summer events in Dorset
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With summer quickly approaching there has never been a better time to start planning your time in Dorset.
Whether you are staying with us at our Dorset resort or you live locally this blog will be a handy read for you. We have done all the research for you and put together this list of different events that are on around the area throughout the summer. From festivals to family fun and everything in between, have a read and see which take your fancy before you head to the Jurassic Coast.
Great Dorset Chilli Festival
where? Stock Gaylard Estate, Sturminster Newton, DT10 2BG
closest resort? Wareham Forest
when? 2nd August – 3rd August
time? 10am – 6pm
how much? adults from £9, children from £3
other info:
- the hottest day out in Dorset
- great food and drink
- competitions entertainment and more
Summer Holidays at the Tank Museum
where? The Tank Museum, Bovington, Dorset, BH20 6JG
closest resort? Wareham Forest
when? 19th July – 2nd September
time? 9.30am – 5pm
how much? adults from £19, children from £10
other info:
- great day out for the whole family
- tanks in action displays
- vehicle rides and more
Wareham Carnival
where? Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4AQ
closest resort? Wareham Forest
when? 18th July – 20th July
time? 12pm – 5pm
how much? Free
other info:
- lots of fun across the weekend
- duck race, tombola, games
- town band and more
Country Dog Show
where? Church Knowle Rehoming & Visitors Centre, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5NQ
closest resort? Wareham Forest
when? 10th August
time? 11am – 6pm
how much? adults £5, children £2
other info:
- fun dog show
- stalls with traders, food and drink
- raffle and tombola and more
Summer of Play at Corfe Castle
where? The Square, Corfe Castle, Wareham, BH20 5EZ
closest resort? Wareham Forest
when? 19th July – 31st August
time? 10am – 5.30pm
how much? adults from £13, children from £6.50
other info:
- get involved with self-led activities and games
- fun for the whole family
- explore the castle ruins
Wet Wednesdays at Farmer Palmers
where? Farmer Palmers Farm Park, Wareham Road, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6EU
closest resort? Wareham Forest
when? 31st July – 28th August
time? 9.30am – 5pm
how much? adults from £17, children from £9
other info:
- dress up in your favourite costumes
- enjoy a musical journey
- perfect family day out
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