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When you visit Dorset, you are transported into an unspoilt world of outstanding natural beauty, a place where sea, coastline, hills, streams, meadows and woods stretch out as far as the eye can see.

One of the great draws of this beautiful county is the chance to unplug from the daily rush and indulge in the simple pleasures of country life.

Get even closer to the natural world in Dorset by taking part in these nature-based events.

Lend nature a helping hand

Whether you want to get stuck in helping with practical management of a reserve, or your children want to join in with face-painting, nestbox making and pond-dipping, you’ll love taking part in the hands-on activities here in Dorset.

There’s plenty going on throughout the year at Moors Valley Country Park, Durlston Country Park and the National Trust's Brownsea Island. The RSPB and Dorset Wildlife Trust also run a range of exciting events where you can get involved.

You could be building a den one day to embarking on a mini-beast safari the next!

Get to know Dorset better

Guided walks help you get better acquainted with the wildlife of an area, whether you are local or on holiday, plus it really helps to enrich your experience of the countryside.

Expert guides lead these group walks, and will be able to answer all your burning questions along the way.

So, if you’ve always wanted to know how to recognise what bird is making that beautiful melody, or what species of butterfly has those striking markings, then book on to a walk at your nearest nature reserve and you can find out…

Mindful Dorset

The Dorset countryside is a place to stir the senses and calm the mind, a place where you can feel Mother Nature’s spirit all around you!

There is a fantastic selection of heath and wellbeing events on in Dorset that take advantage of our glorious surroundings.

From practicing yoga on the beach and relaxation walks to stargazing workshops and dancing at ancient sites, you’ll find a deeper connection with the landscape here.

Environmentally conscious accommodation

You’ll find lots of accommodation here in Dorset that adopts a sustainable approach, so rest assured you’ll be doing every bit to protect this area of outstanding natural beauty.

Look out for accommodation that takes part in the Green Tourism Scheme or has a David Bellamy Conservation Award.

Or, what better way to feel at one with nature than to camp outdoors? There’s some wonderful sites to choose from; take your pick below:

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Events at Durlston Country Park: Hatha Yoga

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Type:

Workshop

Swanage

Hatha Yoga

Venue

Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve, Swanage

Dates

From:

5 October 2019to14 December 2019
Magical Fun with ‘Farmer Christmas’ at Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

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Type:

Event

Organford, Poole

Weekends from Saturday 30th November, Magical Fun with ‘Farmer Christmas’ at Farmer Palmer's Farm Park.

Dates

From:

30 November 2019to23 December 2019Open 10:00 - 16:00

Price £4.95 to £38.00 Per Ticket
Wreath Making Workshops

Type

Type:

Christmas

Lyme Regis

Wreath making workshops in the Poulett Hall at the Alexandra.
Sea themed wreaths using sea heather, eucalyptus, driftwood and more.
Tickets include all materials, tea, coffee and biscuits, and a 2 course lunch with a glass of Prosecco.

Dates

From:
12 December 2019Open 10:30 - 14:00

Price £77.00 Per Ticket
Brownsea Bird Boats

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Nature

Poole

Join the National Trust, Dorset Wildlife Trust and the RSPB for the rare opportunity to view one of the best autumn and winter bird spectacles in the UK and exclusive access to Brownsea Island when it is closed to the public.

Dates

From:
14 December 2019
From:
12 January 2020
From:
14 January 2020
From:
26 January 2020

Price £12.50 to £25.00 Per Ticket
Events at Durlston Country Park:Park to Pier Walk: History and Wildlife

Type

Type:

Guided Walk

Swanage

Park to Pier Walk: History and Wildlife

Venue

Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve, Swanage

Dates

From:
15 December 2019
From:
15 March 2020
From:
16 April 2020

Price £3.00 Per Ticket
Events at Durlston Country Park: Christmas Crafts

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Type:

Guided Walk

Swanage

Christmas Crafts

Venue

Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve, Swanage

Dates

From:
15 December 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Christmas Wreath Trail

Type

Type:

Participatory Event

Swanage

Christmas Wreath Trail

Venue

Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve, Swanage

Dates

From:

20 December 2019to5 January 2020
Winter Solstice at Corfe Castle

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Type:

Nature

Corfe Castle, Wareham

Watch the sun rise on the shortest day of the year from the castle ruins long before anyone else arrives. Enjoy a breakfast roll in the Castle Tea-Rooms. £12.50pp. Gates open 7.15am, last entry 7.30am. Booking essential. Please wear sensible…

Venue

Corfe Castle, Corfe Castle

Dates

From:
21 December 2019Various Opening Times
Events at Durlston Country Park: Weaving in the Woodland

Type

Type:

Workshop

Swanage

Weaving in the Woodland

Venue

Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve, Swanage

Dates

From:
30 December 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Wild Wednesdays

Type

Type:

Workshop

Swanage

Wild Wednesdays

Venue

Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve, Swanage

Dates

From:
1 January 2020
From:
8 April 2020
From:
15 April 2020
Events at Durlston Country Park: New Year Plant Hunt

Type

Type:

Guided Walk

Swanage

New Year Plant Hunt

Venue

Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve, Swanage

Dates

From:
4 January 2020
Events at Durlston Country Park: Durlston Rocks

Type

Type:

Guided Walk

Swanage

Durlston Rocks

Venue

Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve, Swanage

Dates

From:
9 February 2020

Price £3.00 Per Ticket
Events at Durlston Country: Durlston & the Sea: Exhibition

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Type:

Exhibition

Swanage

Durlston & the Sea: Exhibition

Venue

Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve, Swanage

Dates

From:

15 February 2020to31 March 2020

Free
Upton Wood Volunteer Day

Type

Type:

Participatory Event

POOLE

Todays conservation task will be tidying up the wildlife hedge - cutting out bramble and using traditonal hand tools to lay the hedge, which will make the vegetation to grow thicker and be a benefit to wildlife.
Hot and cold drinks will be…

Venue

Upton Wood, Upton & Surrounding

Dates

From:
16 February 2020Open 10:00 - 13:00
Events at Durlston Country Park: Bird Walks With a Ranger

Type

Type:

Guided Walk

Swanage

Bird Walks With a Ranger

Venue

Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve, Swanage

Dates

From:
16 February 2020
From:
30 April 2020
Events at Durlston Country Park: Mucky Monday

Type

Type:

Participatory Event

Swanage

Mucky Monday

Venue

Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve, Swanage

Dates

From:
19 February 2020
From:
6 April 2020
Events at Durlston Country Park: Welcome to the Pleasure Grounds! Guided Tour

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Type:

Guided Walk

Swanage

Welcome to the Pleasure Grounds! Guided Tour

Venue

Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve, Swanage

Dates

From:
20 February 2020
Events at Durlston Country Park:Victorian Durlston Walk

Type

Type:

Guided Walk

Swanage

Victorian Durlston Walk

Venue

Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve, Swanage

Dates

From:
25 February 2020
Events at Durlston Country Park: Walk With a Ranger

Type

Type:

Guided Walk

Swanage

Walk With a Ranger

Venue

Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve, Swanage

Dates

From:
8 March 2020
From:
22 March 2020
Half Day Old Harry Rocks Kayak Adventure

Type

Type:

Sporting

Swanage

Old Harry Rocks is a beautiful and iconic sea kayaking destination, and the best way to explore this iconic landmark is from a sea Kayak with Fore / Adventure on Middle beach in Studland bay, which is just a short paddle away.
So jump aboard…

Dates

From:

31 March 2020to31 October 2020Open 09:00 - 16:00

Price £50.00 Per person per day

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