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Events and what's on in Bridport

Bridport is an iconic, historical town situated on the west side of Dorset. With attractive buildings deriving from the 18th century and querky street, Bridport is home to many fun and exciting events.

Bridport host the traditional yet popular Melplash show each year, along with their food & beer festival and Bridport Folk Festival.

The fun doesn't stop here - check out more events in Bridport below.

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The next 8 events in Bridport appear below.

13 Jun 2025 to 14 Jun 2025

Bridport, Dorset
Bridport Beer FestivalLadies and Gentlemen, brace yourselves for the epic, legendary "Event in the Tent"! This shindig is so famous in Bridport that even the seagulls know about it. If you're not here, you might as well be stranded on a deserted island with only a coconut for company. We've got all the good stuff: beers, ciders, cocktails, Pimms, and wine, so don't forget to stay hydrated, we don't want anyone passing out and missing all the fun! The event is brought to you by the fine folks of Bridport Round ...
13 Jun 2025 to 14 Jun 2025

Bridport Food & Beer FestivalJoin us for our 21st year at Askers Meadow for the Bridport Beer Festival on 13th June and the Bridport Food Festival on the 14th June 2025 BEER FESTIVAL - FREE ENTRY FOOD FESTIVAL: Advance: £3.50 On the day: £5.00 Click the link below for tickets and for details of local restaurant Soulshine's Fundraising Festival Feast in collaboration with some of the best restaurants in the area.
21 June 2025

Bridport Vegan MarketAfter a little hiatus we are thrilled to be working with Bridport Town Council to revive their successful vegan market in 2025! This year we are joining forces with them to bring you a Vegan Market on Millennium Green to celebrate all things vegan and eco-living with a range of traders selling everything from street food, cakes and bakes, deli items, ethical clothing, cruelty free skincare and homeware, arts and crafts and more! Bridport Millennium Green Rax Lane Bridport DT6 ...
28 June 2025

Bridport Arts & Craft MarketBridport Arts & Crafts Markets are back for 2025, returning to Bridport W.I. Hall. If you would like to have a stall, the cost is £15 and you can download a form here: https://bridportandwestbay.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Craft-Fair-Application-2025.docx FUTURE DATES: 19 JULY 23 AUGUST 27 SEPTEMBER 18 OCTOBER 29 NOVEMBER 20 DECEMBER
01 Jul 2025 to 29 Jul 2025

Symondsbury Estate, Bridport, Dorset
Wildlings Parent & Toddler GroupJoin us every Tuesday in July at 9:30am on the Top Lawn for joyful sessions full of sensory discovery, nature art, planting, songs and community building. We use sustainable, eco-friendly materials to care for the environment as we learn and play together. Suitable for children from walking age (approximately 18 months) up to 4 years old. Book the full course - get your last session free! Younger siblings join free, and grown-ups enjoy 10% off tea and coffee at the deli on session days!
13 Apr 2025 to 26 Oct 2025

West Bay SUNDAY Car Boot SaleWest Bay Car Boot Sale is back for 2025! Every Sunday, from 13th April through to 26th October. Traders can arrive from 6.30am to set up. Open to the public from 7.30am to around 11.30am
08 Feb 2025 to 27 Dec 2025

Bridport MarketWeekly Wednesday and Saturday Markets take place in Bridport’s three main streets throughout the year, from 8am until mid afternoon.
13 Jun 2025 to 31 Dec 2025

Bridport Loves DogsYou and your dog are very welcome to Bridport, we've created these guidelines so that you and your dog can have a tiptop day!

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The latest Bridport articles from Resort Dorset are previewed below.

9 Jun 2025
Dog-Friendly Dorset A fully-fledged member of the family, your four-legged friend doesn’t need to feel left out of the holiday loop and will be well-catered for when you come to dog-friendly Dorset. Dog-Friendly Accommodation When it comes to finding somewhere to stay, there’s no shortage of dog and pet friendly accommodation to choose from. Whether it’s camping, a caravan, cottage or lodge you’re after, Dorset has plenty of dog-friendly options to choose from to make the ... Read more...
3 Jun 2025
Dorset Camping Get back to nature and sleep under the stars, camping in Dorset. According to the Met Office’s latest three-month outlook, the meteorological summer, running from 1 June to 31 August, is twice as likely to be hotter than usual in 2025. So, what better time to sleep under canvas. Dorset has some brilliant campsites to choose from; some on working farms, others right by the coast, or within walking distance of a cracking pub. We’ve put together a list to help you ... Read more...
15 May 2025
Half-term Events in Dorset So, it’s the May 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 half term holidays. If you're looking for things to do in Dorset we have found lots of Dorset events to keep you entertained. Our Resort family has children of different ages, here are some of the things we plan to enjoy during the ... Read more...
3 Apr 2025
Stampede by the Sea A Trunkload of Fun! Have you ‘herd’ about the trunkload of fun that's stampeded to West Dorset this spring? To support the brilliant Weldmar Hospicecare, local businesses have kindly sponsored an exciting and eye-catching art sculpture trail of 59 beautifully decorated elephants, individually and uniquely designed by local & national artists. Small and giant elephant sculptures can be found at coastal locations and in historic towns until 27th May in West ... Read more...
12 Mar 2025
Bridport Market Bridport's Historic Street Market One of our favourite weekend treats is a visit to the fabulous year-round Bridport Market, which runs on Wednesday and Saturdays, the latter being the busier of the two days. Stalls offer a mix of everything and anything, with furniture, antiques, collectables, toys, chocolate brownies, vinyl records, local prints, vintage fashion, socks, walking sticks, organic fruit and vegetables, macramé, rugs, hand-made goods, cheese, local ... Read more...

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