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Dorset Ideas & Inspiration
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21 Jun 2019
Places to go for a Cream Tea in Dorset
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...
18 Jun 2019
Art in Dorset: Craft Your Creativity
We believe that local art deserves all of the credit it's due, which is why we're showing you many of the ways you can get creative with art in Dorset.
There are lots of...
14 Jun 2019
Weymouth Sealife Is On The Hunt For A Swashbuckling Junior Apprentice
Roll up, roll up. Calling all scurvy sailors and salty seadogs! SEA LIFE sites across the UK are on the hunt for an adventurous newcomer to join the team and enjoy a behind the scenes tour as...
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3 Jun 2019
Al Fresco Dining in Dorset
As summer beckons, days and evenings begin to warm. And there's nothing better than soaking up the sun with friends and family whilst enjoying the great food and drink that Dorset offers....
10 Apr 2019
Dorset Moon
It has travelled all over the world and wowed thousands. Now Luke Jerram’s internationally acclaimed Museum of the Moon is making its way to Dorset for the first time as part of...
24 Jul 2018
Sunday Carvery in Dorset
Let's be honest, nothing really beats a Sunday roast, and just because you're on holiday doesn't mean you have to miss out!
Dorset has an ever-growing reputation as a...
24 Jul 2018
Stay Cool with Dorset's Indoor Attractions
Dorset's beaches and public spaces provide plenty of opportunity to soak up the rays during a heatwave. But keep an eye out for Met Office advice and take care not to spend too long in...
11 Jun 2018
Inside Out Dorset
Extraordinary Events in Extraordinary Places
Spectacular, mainly free open-air entertainment for all the family. Inside Out Dorset takes place from 14th to 22nd September. Activate...
26 Mar 2018
Resort Dorset Magazine 2018
The popular Resort Dorset magazine for 2018 is out today. Our free title offers visitors the chance to discover all the best things to see and do across the county.
Resort is packed...
21 Feb 2018
Bournemouth Beach Tops Awards
Bournemouth beach came in at number one in the top ten UK beaches according to TripAdvisor users in their annual Travellers' Choice awards and also ranked as the fifth best in Europe. The...
11 Feb 2018
Caravans and Holiday Homes For Sale in Dorset
Getting away from it all is what holidays are all about, and that much-anticipated respite from everyday life can’t come soon enough. But just imagine if you could head off to the...
11 Feb 2018
Water Sports in Dorset
There are many ways to keep active and have fun whilst you are here in Dorset, with the choice of land or sea-based sports offering something for all ages. Of course, water sports are...
7 Feb 2018
Dorset Running Events 2018
Dorset isn’t shy when it comes to fitness and is an increasingly popular destination for sporting events, especially running; no surprise, really, with the glorious coast and countryside...
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8 Nov 2017
Wonderland brings you panto paws and Claus
Families are promised a festive treat at Adventure Wonderland with the Christmas
panto, Dick Whittington and his Cheshire Cat.
Join Dick on his daring journey through...
24 Oct 2017
Carly Paoli to perform with Collabro at Lighthouse, Poole
Carly Paoli has been delighting audiences throughout the world, shared stages with Andrea Bocelli, José Carreras and Elaine Paige, and can count the Pope and Prince Charles amongst her...
16 Aug 2017
Dining Out in Weymouth
Weymouth has many great places to eat out, with a wide variety of cuisine on offer. Whether you enjoy seafood and shellfish, or prefer a vegetarian option, you're guaranteed to find...
16 Aug 2017
Sizing up the competition at the Dorset County Show
The Dorchester Agricultural Society have begun the countdown to the Dorset County Show, taking place on Saturday September 2 and Sunday September 3.
With just three weeks left to go,...
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15 Aug 2017
Afternoon Tea in Dorset
It’s Afternoon Tea Week! We find out where to go in Dorset to enjoy this tasty tea-time tradition, and discover a little slice of history along the way.
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Upcoming events in Dorset
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Half-Term Activities at Bridport Museum
Bridport
Wed18thFebuntilSat21stFeb
Panto: Aladdin
Lyme Regis
Sat21stFeb
RNLI - Giant Quiz in aid of Weymouth Lifeboat
Weymouth
Sat14thFebuntilSun22ndFeb
Adventure Quest
Wareham
Sat14thFebuntilSun22ndFeb
Art School...In a Trail!
Dorchester
Sat13thDecuntilSun22ndFeb
Cool Coast Ice Rink Bournemouth 2025
Bournemouth
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