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Dorset Ideas & Inspiration
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26 Apr 2026
May Bank Holiday Events 2026 - Things to Do in Dorset
Top events, attractions and family fun across the county
May Bank Holiday Weekend – Things to Do in Dorset!
If you're lucky enough to have the Bank Holiday weekend off,...
22 Apr 2026
GLOBALLS Weymouth: Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf
Indoor Family Fun in Weymouth
Something bold, bright, and incredibly fun has arrived in Weymouth. It’s unlike anywhere we’ve been before.
When we first heard about...
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17 Apr 2026
Gorgeous Gardens in Dorset
Dorset Gardens in Bloom
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...
17 Apr 2026
Things to Do with Kids in Dorset
Kids Activities in Dorset
Providing the backdrop for many beloved children’s stories, Dorset is the ideal setting for idyllic childhood adventures - although nowadays kids might...
16 Apr 2026
Wellness Breaks in Dorset
Wellness Breaks in Dorset: Relax, Recharge and Rebalance
Dorset has been a wellbeing destination of choice since the late 18th century, when King George III stayed in Weymouth while...
18 Mar 2026
Portland A to Z
Portland A to Z: Your Guide to the Isle of Portland
Discover the Isle of Portland from A to Z, an island shaped by stone, sea, and stories. From dramatic coastal landscapes and...
17 Mar 2026
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...
9 Mar 2026
Easter Events in Dorset
Dorset’s Egg-stravaganza of Easter Activities!
The Easter holidays are upon us! Whether you’re visiting Dorset for a holiday or live here and want to explore more of your...
3 Mar 2026
Things to Do in Dorset in March
5 Perfect Early Spring Ideas
March in Dorset is when the county begins to wake from winter. Coastal paths are quieter, countryside views stretch for miles, and there’s still just...
2 Mar 2026
Spring Breaks in Dorset
Stay in Dorset this Spring
It’s that time of year when winter feels like it’s overstayed its welcome. Grey skies, muddy shoes, cabin fever setting in. Everything feels a...
1 Mar 2026
Mother's Day in Dorset
Meals and Memories
The kitchen. It’s the heart of the home where meals and memories are made. It’s where the kettle resides, ready to make those much-needed cups of tea...
27 Jan 2026
Portland Bill Lighthouse Tour
Climb Portland Bill Lighthouse
Portland Bill - Scoop of Dorset
As a local Weymouth girl, I’ve always admired Portland Bill Lighthouse. Our Resort offices were once within striking...
24 Jan 2026
Things to do on a rainy day in Dorset
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...
6 Jan 2026
Blue Monday
The third Monday in January is recognised as the gloomiest day of the year, that's the 19th January 2026. So, if you are likely to feel the effects of ‘Blue Monday’, let’s...
4 Jan 2026
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...
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3 Jan 2026
Dorset Snowdrops
Snowdrops: The First Flowers to Herald Spring in Dorset
Belinda Fewings, Unsplash
Whilst meteorological spring doesn’t start until 1st March this year, the first sight of...
28 Dec 2025
Pancake Day
Flippin’ Tasty
Pancake Day, aka Shrove Tuesday, is here on the 17th February!
Traditionally a time to use up those luxury items of sugar, fat, flour and eggs from the cupboard...
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25 Nov 2025
Dorset's Farm Shops
Your guide to the best places for local produce, gifts & foodie treats this season
Dorset is blessed with a wonderful selection of farm shops, delicatessens and country stores,...
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Upcoming events in Dorset
Sat28thMaruntilThu30thApr
Easter Holiday Dinosaur Hunt
Dorchester
Thu30thApr
Quiz Cruise with Ultimate Party Nights
Weymouth
Sat28thMaruntilThu30thApr
Tutankhamun Easter Holiday Treasure Hunt
Dorchester
Fri1stMay
Sunset BBQ on the Bay Cruise
Weymouth
Sat2ndMay
Allington Hill Country Fair
Bridport
Sat2ndMay
Andrew Simpson Sailing Centre Open Day
Portland
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