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On the Isle of Purbeck, there is a year-round calendar of events to keep you entertained at all times and in all weathers. So whether you are wanting to take an art class, watch open-air theatre or eat all you can at a foodie festival, there is plenty on offer.

Toe tapping fun

If you’re a music lover, then we’ve got just about everything you could want, from headlining acts at Camp Bestival to up and coming local bands performing in pubs.

Blues, Roots and Folk are big on the list of music festivals which take place every year and have a huge following – so book your accommodation early to avoid disappointment.

Something for all seasons

It’s not just the summer which is packed with events. If you are visiting at Easter, you’ll find chocolate egg hunts and treasure trails for all ages – who doesn’t love chocolate!

Autumn brings Halloween fancy dress parties, pumpkin festivals and amazing firework displays and bonfires on Guy Fawkes Night. And then to close the year, you can celebrate the Winter Solstice, witness the lighting up of our towns and villages with Christmas Lights, join in with some carol singing, and then ring in the New Year with a glass of bubbly or two.

Challenge yourself

Are you the fitness fanatic in your family whose idea of a relaxing holiday is to go for a 5 mile run every morning? Then you might like to take part in or watch one of our many sporting events – marathons, rowing regattas, walking challenges and triathlons are just a few. Or why not make up your own running, cycling or walking route – there are plenty of hill climbs to get the heart racing!

Family friendly

The events calendar is bursting with things to keep the kiddies amused or to entertain the whole family during your visit.

The Tank Museum’s TankFest is a highlight of the year – the world's biggest and best live display of historic armour, living history, and much more at the Home of the Tank. And then when summer arrives it’s all about carnival week with fun and games, competitions, fancy dress and parades.

If art is more your scene, you won’t want to miss Purbeck Art Weeks where there are open studios to watch the artists at work, exhibitions and musical performances.

And if you are visiting during the school holidays, our local attractions always have extra special events to let the children burn off some energy and the adults put their feet up for five minutes!

Book your stay on the Isle of Purbeck

So you've planned what you are going to do while on holiday, now find somewhere to stay. You'll find lots of choices from homely guest houses to 5 star campsites. For extra advice, contact one of our Tourist Information Centres.

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History of Swanage Pier Part 2 Online Talk

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SWANAGE

Swanage Pier have immense pleasure in announcing a series of five talks about the wildlife, geology, and coastal history around the Purbeck Coast. Back by popular demand, March's talk will explore the history of Swanage Pier from the building of…

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Swanage Pier, Swanage

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25 March 2021Open 19:30 - 20:30
Old London by the Sea Online Talk

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SWANAGE

Swanage Pier have immense pleasure in announcing a series of five talks about the wildlife, geology, and coastal history around the Purbeck Coast. Thanks to the Victorian entrepreneurs, George Burt and John Mowlem, Swanage has a unique collection…

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Swanage Pier, Swanage

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29 April 2021Open 19:30 - 20:30
The Kyarra Online Talk

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SWANAGE

Swanage Pier have immense pleasure in announcing a series of five talks about the wildlife, geology, and coastal history around the Purbeck Coast. Lying on the seabed about a mile off the coast is the wreck of the Kyarra. Arguably one of the most…

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Swanage Pier, Swanage

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27 May 2021Open 19:30 - 20:30
Swanage Fish Festival

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SWANAGE

Prince Albert Gardens, overlooking the beautiful bay, is the stage for cooking demonstrations by of top-notch chefs by day and popular entertainment by evening. Stalls offering a mouth-watering array of exotic fish fare and locally sourced fresh…

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12 June 2021to13 June 2021Various Opening Times

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TANKFEST 2021

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Bovington

...bringing the story of tanks, tank crew and soldiers to life...
Join us for the world's biggest and best live display of historic armour, living history, and much more at the Home of the Tank - The Tank Museum, Bovington.
Save up to 20% with a…

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The Tank Museum, Bere Regis & Surrounding

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27 June 2021Open 09:00 - 18:00
Sandpolo at Sandbanks

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Poole

**Event Postponed until 2021** Sandpolo at Sandbanks - New dates for 2021 announced

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9 July 2021to10 July 2021Open 13:00 - 01:00
SandFest

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Poole

**Please note ** We have been forced to postpone the event until 2021 due to Covid-19. We will be back in 2021 with the date of 11 July 2021. SandFest at Sandbanks - Event postponed in 2020.

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11 July 2021Open 12:00 - 22:00
Camp Bestival

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East Lulworth

A music and performance festival hosted at Lulworth Castle, set against the backdrop of England’s dramatic Jurassic coastline in Dorset.

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Lulworth Castle & Park, Lulworth

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29 July 2021to1 August 2021
Swanage Carnival & Regatta

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Swanage

Swanage Regatta and Carnival is the premier carnival on the South Coast. For one week at the end of July and the beginning of August, Swanage will be radiating to the sound, fun and excitement.

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Swanage Beach, Swanage

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31 July 2021to7 August 2021
Swanage Folk Festival

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Swanage

The folk festival has come a long way since our first day of dance in 1992. It has grown into a full and varied weekend of music and dance. From Friday 11th September to Sunday 13th September our small seaside town on the beautiful Jurassic coast of…

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10 September 2021to12 September 2021Various Opening Times

Price £10.00 Per Ticket

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