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Every Wed in May/June/ July and Sept (weather permitting). Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of this beautiful location whilst local yoga teacher, Sonja Lockyer, guides you through a one-hour yoga session followed by a delicious picnic breakfast prepared by local plant-based chef Wylde Green Kitchen. The boat will leave the NT jetty at Sandbanks (to […]
Performance under marquee by multi-award-nominated experimental/folk duo Fran & Flora, captivating audiences with their reinventions of traditional Eastern European melodies and songs. Francesca Ter-Berg (cello/vox) and Flora Curzon (violin/vox) draw inspiration from archival recordings, recovered manuscripts and studying with traditional masters, infusing source material with drones, loops, free improvisation and electronics to create a ‘border-defying’ […]
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.
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 […]
Have fun this half term as you follow our interactive trail and learn some fascinating facts about animal poo. Follow our unique and quirky trail dedicated to animal droppings. Animals in the wild see poo as something valuable – it can be used, reused, recycled, and even played with. Have fun doing different activities as […]
During PAW 2024 you can expect an array of experiences across Purbeck, from eclectic exhibitions to Open Studios, captivating concerts and events, and even some surprises sprinkled along the way. This year's PAW Festival takes place from 25 May - 9 June. Prepare to be immersed in artistic wonder as painters, sculptors, textile artists, metalworkers, […]
You are warmly invited to our monthly, cathedral-style service of Choral Evensong on Saturday 25th May at 4.30pm in St Peter’s Church, Dorchester. The music, which marks Pentecost, includes Gibbons ‘Come Holy Ghost’, William Matthias ‘Jesus College Service’, Ayleward ‘Preces and responses’ and Elgar ‘The spirit of the Lord’. Do join us for this free […]
Part of the Purbeck Guitar Festival 25th May – 1st June! GRAMMY nominated musician and virtuoso guitarist Dr. Martin Taylor, MBE in concert at the Priory Church of Lady St Mary in Wareham. Martin Taylor is widely considered to be the world’s best guitarist in the field of solo jazz and fingerstyle guitar playing, Martin […]
New for 2024 season, bring your parents along to these seasonal family bushcraft workshops with local expert Joe Peartree. From wood carving, fire lighting skills, animal tracking to foraging and den building, the sessions will vary according to the season. Suitable for age 7 + through to teens and adults! All adults and children attending […]
Love It Local proudly presents Juan Martín. the renowned flamenco guitarist in concert at the The Priory Church of Lady Mary, Wareham as part of the Purbeck Guitar Festival. About Juan Martín Juan Martin is a internationally famous flamenco guitarist and composer. His unique sound has been honed through a lifetime of concerts and recordings […]
Love It Local proudly presents Carlos Bonell. the renowned guitarist in concert at the The Priory Church of Lady Mary, Wareham. Carlos Bonell has been described as “one of the great communicators of the guitar world” (Classical Guitar Magazine). Carlos’ recordings include the BBC TV Inspector Morse theme for the original series, as well as […]
Every Thursday through June, meet some of Brownsea's more elusive wildlife. The National Trust have teamed up with the Dorset Wildlife Trust to guide you on an exciting nocturnal adventure. A fantastic opportunity to meet some of Brownsea's nocturnal wildlife. Enjoy a boat ride to the island and a tasty homecooked meal before heading out […]