Category: Blackmore Vale What's on

The Blackmore Vale what’s on section, showcasing our wonderful array of events throughout Dorset.

From live shows and plays, to village fetes, country shows and fairs.

Showcasing some of the worlds best events like the famous Great Dorset Steam fair. Not to mention the Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show and the fabulous Stock Gaylard Oak fair

All the news and dates of what is on where and when right across North Dorset, and beyond!

North Dorset or the Blackmore Vale is steeped in history, mystery and magic. Along with this history comes an array of fascinating, quirky and sometimes outright eccentric events that take place throughout the year that are sure to surprise and delight. Whether you fancy a go at a Nettle eating competition, or take part in a famous down hill cheese race, there is sure to be something for everyone in this fascinating and beautiful county.

Blackmore Vale What's on

Art Show in Aid of Breast Care Unit

Milborne Port art show in aid of Yeovil hospital breast care unit. In the village hall on 9th July by ticket only to include a...

Editorial team - 21 April 2021

Blackmore Vale What's on

Glorious Somerset Gardens | St Margarets Hospice Care

The return of St Margaret’s Hospice Care’s Glorious Somerset Gardens! More than a dozen stunning gardens are opening to visitors this summer in aid of...

Editorial team - 21 April 2021

Blackmore Vale What's on

U3A Invite You to an afternoon with Brad Ashton!

A sense of humor has been essential during lockdown. Who has not chortled at a funny What’s App or belly laughed through the repeat...

Editorial team - 19 April 2021

Blackmore Vale What's on

Getting Creative for the Community

Back in the darkest months of lockdown, Molly W-S, a Year 12 pupil at Clayesmore pitched a wonderful idea to Jo Thomson, Head at...

Editorial team - 7 April 2021

Blackmore Vale What's on

Sculpture by the Lakes – the art of tranquillity | FORM Sculpture Exhibition

Nestled in the Dorset countryside just six miles east of Dorchester is one of the county’s hidden gems - Sculpture by the Lakes. This...

Editorial team - 6 April 2021

Blackmore Vale What's on

The Daily Mail Chalke Valley History Festival set to return in 2021 – from Wednesday 23rd to Sunday 27th June

The largest celebration of history in the UK, The Daily Mail Chalke Valley History Festival is set to return from the afternoon of Wednesday...

Editorial team - 6 April 2021

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Bucked in the Yarn

Editorial team - 11 September 20240

Three small Somerset villages had a huge impact on global exploration and trade – Rachael Rowe talks to Professor Terry Stevens “Nothing much ever happened...

Local History

Hinton St Mary : Then and Now

Editorial team - 17 September 20240

Step back in time with our ‘Then and Now’ feature, where vintage postcards from the Barry Cuff Collection meet modern-day reality. Explore the past...