What’s On

Askerswell Coin Hoard

Askerswell Roman Coin hoard

Wed 29th Nov - All day
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Christmas Afternoon Tea

Treat yourself to a Christmas Afternoon at Shire Hall Museum this festive season.

Wed 29th Nov - 12:00pm
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Dorset Museum Collections Tour

Tour of the Collections at Dorset Museum

Thu 30th Nov - 11:00am
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Carols on the Green

Come and sing carols under the stars then head into the church to see the Christmas trees and enjoy mince pies, mulled punch or hot soup to warm the hands and heart

Fri 1st Dec - 6:00pm

Festive Fundraising Quiz

Put your knowledge to the test at our fundraising quiz night! Money raised will go towards the Museum's cultural and community projects.

Fri 1st Dec - 7:00pm

Special Exhibition

Exhibition of Elisabeth Frink's work in Dorset

Sat 2nd Dec - All day
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Poundbury Christmas Market

Come along and see over 70 fabulous independent makers, retailers, foods and so much more.

Sat 2nd Dec - 10:00am

A Sea of Talent Exhibition

Art in Poundbury Winter Exhibition

Sat 2nd Dec - 10:00am
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Elf Workshop

From crafting Christmas goodies and writing letters to Santa to running the Wrapping Station, offering glitter tattoos, and enjoying story time, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy.

Sun 3rd Dec - 11:30am
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Crochet Beginners Workshop

Mon 4th Dec - 6:00pm

The Restoration of Sherborne House

Part of Dorchester Civic Society's 2023/2024 talks programme.

Tue 5th Dec - 7:30pm

Afternoon Tea with Santa!

Meet Santa at Boo's Toy Shop for a Christmassy Afternoon Tea!

Sun 10th Dec - All day
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Hub Box Dorchester: Christmas Wreath Making Masterclass

Hub Box Dorchester: Christmas Wreath Making Workshop

Sun 10th Dec - 1:00pm
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Doggy Grotto at Kingston Maurward

Doggy Grotto at Kingston Maurward - Bring your dog to meet Santa in the Animal Park and Gardens this Christmas.

Fri 15th Dec - 4:00pm
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POTS N PINTS: Pottery-in-the-pub-night at Tom Browns, Dorchester! First drink is on us!

POTS N PINTS: Pottery-in-the-pub-night at Tom Browns, Dorchester! First drink is on us!

Fri 15th Dec - 7:00pm

Brewery Square Christmas Market

Brewery Square Christmas Market

Sat 16th Dec - 12:00pm

Christmas Lunchtime Concert

Christmas Lunchtime Concert

Sat 16th Dec - 12:30pm

Going the Rounds 2023

A Biennial THS Event in Conjunction with Tim Laycock and Dorset Musicians

Sat 16th Dec - 8:30pm

Vanilla Radio at Tom Browns – Christmas Extravaganza

A night of funky tunes with Vanilla Radio!

Sat 16th Dec - 9:00pm

Stories Around the Fireplace at Kingston Maurward

Join our Head Gardener Nigel for Christmas stories around the fireplace at Kingston Maurward

Mon 18th Dec - 10:00am
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Carols in the Gardens 2023!

Nothing will get you in the mood for Christmas quite like an evening of Christmas classics!

Thu 21st Dec - 6:30pm

The Joy of Decks at Vinyl Van

The Joy of Decks monthly social

Thu 21st Dec - 7:30pm

Thank Funk its Christmas!

Funk me, it's Xmas!

Fri 22nd Dec - 7:00pm

Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols

Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

Sat 23rd Dec - 4:30pm

Yoga and Brunch

A peaceful yoga session with experienced instructor Jeni from Space Yoga. Mat and other equipment provided, brunch & hot drink of choice. Limited availability so booking essential.

Sat 20th Jan - 10:00am

Spoken Word Night

Spoken Word Night at The Poet Laureate!

Tue 23rd Jan - 7:00pm

The Architecture of Modern Town & Village Developments

Part of Dorchester Civic Society's 2023/2024 talks programme.

Tue 6th Feb - 7:30pm

Thomas Hardy and Sylvia Townsend Warner: Wessex Writers

A Joint Study Weekend between the Sylvia Townsend Warner Society and Thomas Hardy Society

Sat 10th Feb - All day
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The Dynasts: A Thomas Hardy Society Study Day

The Dynasts: A Thomas Hardy Society Study Day

Sat 6th Apr - 9:30am

The Dorset Local Plan: How to Make it Sustainable?

Part of Dorchester Civic Society's 2023/2024 talks programme.

Tue 7th May - 7:30pm

Poundbury Independent Market

A fabulous street market that stretches across Poundbury from Hessary St across the park and inside Jubilee Hall!

Sun 12th May - 10:00am
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Thomas Hardy Society Birthday Weekend

Thomas Hardy Society Birthday Weekend

Sat 1st Jun - All day
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The 26th International Thomas Hardy Conference and Festival

The 26th International Thomas Hardy Conference and Festival

Sat 27th Jul - All day
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