Activate Performing Arts
Dorchester, Dorset
7 - 9 The Little Keep, the Barracks, Bridport Road, Dorchester., DT1 1SQ
Tel: 01305 260954
Activate present extraordinary outdoor performance and make inspirational, high quality arts events happen in both indoor and outdoor venues across the region. We hope to inspire young and old to make and be part of, extraordinary, transformational arts.
Inside Out Dorset 2016
16 – 25 September
Expect an unusual celebration of the autumn equinox, a sleepover with the RSPB and dazzling pyrotechnics at nightfall, as Inside Out Dorset, the biennial festival of FREE large-scale outdoor art and performance returns.
Various venues across Dorset – see insideoutdorset.co.uk for details.
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13 Sep 2019
As proud sponsors of the small visitor attraction of the year category, all at Resort Dorset would like to congratulate the businesses that have made it through to the finals of the Dorset Tourism Awards. Finalists for this category are:
Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park, Verwood
Langham Wine Estate, Dorchester
Shire Hall Historic Courthouse and Museum, Dorchester
Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum
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13 Aug 2019
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!
Dorset Halloween events include everything from zombie fests and enchanted illuminations, to pumpkin carving and the Sea Life Asquarium! It's scary how much there is to choose from...
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8 Aug 2019
Dorset is blessed with countless scenic locations to explore in the summer months, from Durdle Door to Portland Bill there are plenty of beauty spots and outdoor activities to enjoy. But what about those rainy days in Dorset when the number one priority is keeping dry?
We’ve compiled a list of fantastic Dorset attractions and activities to keep you and your family entertained when the rain takes hold.
Rainy Day Attractions & Activities in Dorset
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11 Jul 2019
Our village fairs pay homage to the rural culture that Dorset is built upon. It’s a way of celebrating Dorset that involves fun for everyone.
Dorset village fairs, fetes and festivals range from large to small, such as the Dorset County Show which has been running for more than 175 years and attracts over 60,000 visitors each year! Then, we have local fairs that celebrates life in the smaller villages such as the Milton Abbas Street Fayre which demonstrates the strength of our ... Read more...
21 Jun 2019
We're celebrating National Cream Tea Day on 28th June - are you?
Here in Dorset, looking for places to go for a cream tea (or afternoon tea) isn't exactly difficult. You're likely to be able to get a top-notch cream tea at just about any town or village you visit in our delightful county. So, to help you cream tea lovers celebrate on the 28th, we've compiled a list of just some of the many places you can enjoy a delicious cream tea. But obviously, a cream tea in ... Read more...