Dorset Features
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20 Nov 2024
This Christmas why not find some special Dorset gifts to spoil your loved ones with and support your local businesses. Surprise a loved one with something considered and special and, of course, from Dorset! Below are a few ideas to get you started.
1 – Have you got a tank enthusiast in the family? Take a look at the Tank Museum online shop: from baubles to model kits and themed T-shirts, their shop has something for everyone.
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11 Nov 2024
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For families looking for sen-friendly christmas events, we have compiled a list of what's on in Dorset from attractions and businesses who are hosting sensory-friendly events.
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6 Nov 2024
Whether you call him Santa Claus, Father Christmas, St Nicks or simply Santa, your little one will want to meet the real Santa in Dorset this year. Lucky for you, many of Dorset's businesses have arranged magical experiences and Santa's Grottos throughout Dorset for you and your family to do just that.
Maybe you're looking for breakfast with Santa, a winter wonderland, a meet and greet Santa, or a SEN Santa visit.
We are building up all the best local events, so ... Read more...
6 Nov 2024
‘Tis the season to be jolly, and you will be when you discover the fantastic selection of Christmas markets and festive fairs that are set to be held around Dorset in the coming weeks.
If you’re getting organised with your shopping, these events are a great way to find those perfect gifts; if delicious food and drink is on your wish list, then you’ll love the tasty selection available from local producers; or maybe you’d like a day out to get you in the ... Read more...
29 Sep 2024
The October half-term is now synonymous with Halloween and the themed fun that takes place. If you’re out and about in Dorset, you’ll find many a Halloween event happening, so grab your broomsticks, sharpen those fangs, and prepare to have one hell of a good time!
It's scary how much there is to choose from...
Halloween Events
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17 Sep 2024
Celebrate with a bang this Guy Fawkes here in Dorset, where you'll find a wide range of firework displays and bonfire events for the whole family to enjoy.
Dorset Bonfire and Fireworks Displays can be found here:
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5 Sep 2024
So, it’s the half term and you may be wondering how you’re going to keep the kids entertained!
Well don’t worry, whether you are local resident or are staying in Dorset on a break, there’s lots to do throughout the seasons. The October half-term also includes Halloween, so whether you're a fan of fancy dress, spooky trails, pumpkin picking or just wish to get out and about in Dorset, we can help keep you entertained. Our Resort family has children of ... Read more...
4 Sep 2024
Heritage Open Days return for 2024! Events are running from Friday 6th September until Sunday 15nd September.
Each year in September, thousands of volunteers unite, and doors are opened to hidden places rich in heritage, history and culture.
Where many of the venues that are taking part are often closed during the rest of the year, this is a great opportunity to explore the diverse history and culture within.
Dorset is extremely popular for its historical and cultural roots, ... Read more...
31 Aug 2024
Escape to the Dorset countryside and breathe in the fresh air as you gaze over a landscape that looks untouched by time; you can just imagine days gone by, when horses pulled the plough and milk churns were left at the farm gate awaiting collection.
Rural Dorset sits to the north and east of the county and is made up of rolling hills, chalk downlands, flower meadows, heathlands, and fertile farmland that produces a variety of crops. The Dorset Wildlife Trust has a number of ... Read more...
25 Jun 2024
The Great Garden Trail of Dorset — showcasing the very best in English garden design, planting and history.
World famous for its camellia groves and magnolias and with its own micro climate, Abbotsbury Sub Tropical Gardens cover more than 30 acres and has a plant collection of over 6,000 species from around the world. Highlights include the Mediterranean bank and lily ponds, the Burma Rope Bridge and stunning views of the Jurassic Coast.
Situated close to Dorchester, ... Read more...
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