Events Listing
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Upcoming Local Events:
JULY
20-24 and 27-31 July
Christchurch - ‘Romeo and Juliet,’ presented by Bournemouth Shakespeare Players in the Priory House Garden, Christchurch at 7.30pm. Tickets and further details on 01202 534776, tickets2@btinternet.com.
26 July – 7 August
Wimborne – Wimborne Art Club’s Summer Exhibition in Church House next to the Minster, 10am–5pm daily, admission is free.
27–29 July
Brockenhurst – The New Forest Show 2010 at New Park in Brockenhurst. A great family day out with much to do, learn and see. The show attracts, on average, 95,000 visitors every year and brings together a celebration of traditional country pursuits, crafts, produce and entertainment.
30 July – 1 August
Lulworth – Camp Bestival at Lulworth Castle Dorset. A weekend packed with live bands, Djs and comedy acts. One not to miss. Visit www.campbestival.co.uk
31 July
Music and Art in the Garden - The Friends of the Priest’s House Museum invite members of the public to enjoy an afternoon of music and art in the garden. 1-5pm at Deans Court, Wimborne by kind permission of Sir William Hanham. Come and see a 90 foot tulip trip thought to date back to the early 17th century. 01202 882533.
AUGUST
6 August
Bournemouth - Hardcore Heaven at the 02 Academy, Boscombe. Slammin Vinyl welcomes the summertime with a Hardcore Heaven Special. 9pm-5am. £16 - £19 adv. Box Office 0844 477 2000 (24hrs) / ticketweb.co.uk
6 – 8 August
Sixpenny Handley - The Endorse it in Dorset Festival. This three-day music festival takes place in the countryside by Sixpenny Handley in Cranborne Chase and serves up a weekend of cider, ska, punk and rockabilly. Visit www.endorseit.co.uk
7 August
Dorset Wildlife Trust's Marine species event at the Fine Foundation Marine Centre, Kimmeridge Bay, BH20 5PF. 11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm. Two indoor, marine-themed, arts and crafts sessions with Dorset Wildlife Trust suitable for children aged 6–12yrs. Family event: parents must accompany children. Cost: £1.50 /child per session. Call 01929 481044 for further information.
Christchurch - Stompin' on the Quomps with singer, Louise Clare Marshall making a guest appearance. Al fresco, smooth jazz event. Louise will be performing with local band Not Just Sax. The live event takes place on Christchurch Quay from 12 noon until 10pm.
11 August
Heathfield Safari on Sopley Common 10am-12.30 pm. Sopley Common, nr Hurn. Come with Dorset Wildlife Trust on a discovery walk to find rare reptiles, beautiful butterflies and marvellous minibeasts. Ideal for children and adults looking to explore the heathland and discover some of its hidden gems. Call on 01202 642780 for further information. Meet at the Ramsdown car park, Hurn.
Ferndown – Family Fun Day at the Dudsbury Golf Club. A fun filled, action packed day for children, adults, and even grandparents. Free golf lessons, bouncy castle, face painting, raffle, and a chance to meet some of AFC Bournemouth’s footballers. Free entry. Contact 01202 853153 for more information.
13 August
Moors Valley – local produce market run in conjunction with New Forest Markets. Expect to find locally produced beef, pork, chicken and scrumptious sausages, as well as eggs, and handmade wooden games, jewellery, cards and crafts, goats cheese, salad dressings and perfect preserves.
13-15 August
Pamphill – Pelhams Art Club Annual Exhibition at Pamphill Parish Hall. A wide range of paintings in all styles and media. Entry is free from 10am until 6pm (5pm on Sunday)
14 August
Verwood - the Verwood Garden Green Fair from 10am-3pm at the Hub Sensory Garden, Brock Way, Verwood BH31 6WW. Free event. For more details, ring Dorset Wildlife Trust on 01202 692033.
19 August
Verwood - Verwood Trad Jazz Club, New Orleans Heat Jazz Band 8-11pm at the Clubhouse, Crane Valley Golf Club, Verwood. Tickets on the door from 7.15pm. For more details ring Janet 01202 813955.
19 - 22 August
Bournemouth – Bournemouth Air Festival. Incredible air displays, attractions and fantastic evening entertainment by the sea, and completely free. Contact 0845 051 1700 for more details.
28 August
Wimborne - Annual Duck Race on the River Allen. Launch at 4pm from the bridge at the bottom of Mill Lane. Tickets (ducks) on sale on Saturday 21, Thursday 26, Friday 27 and on the race day itself from outside Somerfield and Waitrose Supermarkets at £1 each.
SEPTEMBER
4 September
Ferndown - The Ringwood and Burley Band in concert at the Barrington Theatre, Ferndown on 4 September. For information visit www.ringwoodandburelyband.co.uk
10–13 September
Wimborne – Wimborne Minster Flower Festival held in the Minster. Flower displays and arrangements. Call 01202 888703 for any information.
11 September
Wimborne – Cream teas at Church House on the High Street. 2pm–5.30pm.
12 September
Wimborne - Travelling Market at Honeybrook Farm, Wimborne BH21 4JD 11am-4pm
16 September
Verwood - Verwood Trad Jazz Club, Maddocks – Huxley Reeds United. 8-11pm at Crane Valley Golf Club, Verwood. For more details ring Janet 01202 813955.
18 September
Ringwood – Ringwood Carnival. Evening torchlight procession, fun fair, live bands, trade stands, community stalls, and a grand firework display. Visit www.ringwoodcarnival.org for more information.
OCTOBER
29–31 October
Poole – Poole Literary Festival. With over 30 acclaimed writers, and over 50 events including talks, workshops, book signings, and story telling. Tickets on sale in August from Poole Lighthouse’s Centre for the Arts. Contact 0844 4068666. Tickets £5-£35.
NOVEMBER
20 November
Wimborne - Travelling Market at Honeybrook Farm, Wimborne BH21 4JD 11am-4pm
DECEMBER
19 December
Shaftesbury Christmas Market (times to be confirmed)
