upComing EvEntS

pre-loved rainbow trail
Feb
12
to 31 Dec

pre-loved rainbow trail

Wimborne’s Pre-LOVEd Rainbow Trail has been created to encourage sustainable shopping choices. Buying second-hand reduces both the use of resources to make something new and the disposal of throwaway items, often to landfill. Making sustainable spending decisions is one of the most important things we can do to care for our planet.

The Pre-LOVEd Trail is one of many trails created by Planet Wimborne for Wimborne Town of Culture 2026, and to endure into the future as a legacy.

Location: All Charity and Second Hand Book Shops

Free to attend

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'the libraries of turkey' talk
Nov
18

'the libraries of turkey' talk

Come with local resident Beth on a fascinating journey of discovery around the wonderful libraries of Turkey. She lived in Turkey for a few years, and visited a number of different types of libraries to be found in the Republic of Turkey from ancient and classical to a rubbish bin library.

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wimborne art club winter exhibition
Nov
20

wimborne art club winter exhibition

Wimborne Art Club are holding their annual Winter Exhibition at Pamphill Village Hall from 20th - 22 of November.

The Christmas exhibition showcases the work of its members and includes crafts, cards as well as paintings, all for sale.

Cost: Free to attend

Location: Pamphill Village Hall, Abbott Street, Pamphill, Wimborne BH21 4ED

Access provision: Step free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Clear pathways (aisles wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooters, buggies and prams), Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces)


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christmas shopping day
Nov
28

christmas shopping day

Browse a wonderful selection of gifts and unique finds, enjoy live music throughout the day, and treat yourself to delicious festive food and drinks. Enjoy free entry to the Museum while you shop and soak up the Christmas atmosphere.

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christmas grotto at the museum
Dec
5

christmas grotto at the museum

Join us this Christmas for our festive family experiences:
North Pole Breakfast with Santa; 5, 12 & 19 Dec Arrive - 09:15 am

Cost: £15 Per Child & £6 Per Adult

Make magical memories with a delicious North Pole Breakfast with Santa


Santa Paws - 5 Dec

Times: 2pm - 3.30pm

Cost £8 Per Dog

Make magical memories at our Santa Paws Grotto for dogs


SEND Santa's Grotto - 9 Dec

Times 4pm - 5pm

Cost £10 Per Child, £8 Per Sibling

Make magical memories at our SEND Santa's Grotto


Sensory Grotto for 3 and under - 9 Dec

Times: 10am - 12pm

Cost £10 per child

Make magical memories with our Sensory Grotto, specially designed for children age 3 and under

Access provision: Step-free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Changing & feeding facilities, Family toilet facilities, Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces), Clear pathways (aisles/space wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooter, double buggies and prams), Buggy parking, Assistance dogs allowed


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christmas concert
Dec
17

christmas concert

Join Cantilena Voices and Vivamente Voices for an evening of Christmas music including beautiful arrangements of traditional carols with carols for audience participation at the beautiful Wimborne Minster. We are delighted to be joined by the Bournemouth Concert Brass Ensemble - what a festive treat. It's set to be a fantastic evening! Both choirs are supporting the local children's charity, Meredith's Mission. For more information about Meredith's Mission click on our charity tab.

Cost: Tickets for the concert are £12.50 for seating in the central nave, £10.00 for seating in the transepts and side aisles (with screens) and £7.50 for all U13s.

Location: Wimborne Minster Church

Access provision: Step-free access, Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces), Clear pathways (aisles/space wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooter, double buggies and prams), Assistance dogs allowed

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family sound bath
Oct
30

family sound bath

Family friendly sound bath for all the family. This sound bath uses crystal singing bowel for family relaxation.
Family Crystal Singing Bowl Sound Bath
October Half Term
Take some time out together this October half term with a Family Crystal Singing Bowl Sound Bath at The Museum of East Dorset.

Location: Museum of East Dorset, Garden Room

Cost: Free

Access provision: Step-free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Changing & feeding facilities, Family toilet facilities, Blue badge parking onsite or nearby?, Clear pathways (aisles/space wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooter, double buggies and prams)

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then now and next: a craft eco system, how does craft thrive in dorset
Oct
28

then now and next: a craft eco system, how does craft thrive in dorset

In the second Then, Now and Next discussion, our speakers will turn their attention to the future of craft in Dorset and the South West. What will it take to create strong, connected ecosystems in which craft can flourish? Where are the new ideas, opportunities and emerging possibilities, and what is still missing? What role can established organisations such as Walford Mill, Dorset Visual Arts, Making Dorset and Heritage Crafts play in supporting makers, encouraging collaboration and helping to shape a thriving future for craft across the region?

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and the river always flows - sensory dance experience
Oct
26

and the river always flows - sensory dance experience

Inspired by the River Stour, And The River Always Flows is an inclusive sensory dance experience created specifically with people with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) in mind, but open to people of all abilities. Joanne Collingbourne uses gentle lighting, sound, texture, soft materials and supported movement to create an environment where participants can explore dance and take part in their own way.

Afternoon session: 2.00pm - 3.30pm

Cost: Free to attend

Location: The Garden Room, Museum of East Dorset, 23 - 29 High St, Wimborne BH21 1HR

Access provision: Step-free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Changing & feeding facilities, Blue badge parking onsite or nearby?, Clear pathways (aisles/space wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooter, double buggies and prams)


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once upon a rhyme
Oct
25

once upon a rhyme

Once Upon a Rhyme is a brand-new children’s show bringing beloved nursery rhyme mascot characters to life!

Join Egg Sheeran, Farmer MacDoodle, Goldirocks, Alice and Bunny on a fun-filled musical adventure as they work together to fix a pesky storm’s higgledy-piggledy mess before their Super Show.

Packed with catchy songs, dancing, laughter and storybook magic, it’s the perfect family adventure. Every performance includes a FREE meet & greet with the mascot stars of the show!

Running Time: 60 minutes, no interval + Meet & Greet after the show.

Cost: £14 - £17.50

Location: Tivoli Theatre, West Borough, Wimborne BH21 1LT

Access provision: Clear signage, Step free access, Family toilet facilities, Interactivity, Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces), Inclusive toilet facilities

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uncovering roman wimborne
Oct
24

uncovering roman wimborne

The exhibition will reveal how archaeologists uncovered evidence of a major Roman military presence in the area and explain the significance of the fortress, believed to be linked to Vespasian, the Roman commander who would later become Emperor and commission the construction of the Colosseum.

Alongside displays and information about the excavation, visitors will be able to meet the people bringing Wimborne’s Roman past to life and learn more about the archaeology that is continuing to reshape our understanding of the town’s early history.

There will also be interactive activities for all ages, including the opportunity to design a coin for Roman Wimborne, making this a fascinating family-friendly event for history enthusiasts, budding archaeologists and curious visitors alike.

With free entry and plenty to discover, the exhibition offers a unique opportunity to uncover the story of Roman Wimborne and explore one of the area’s most important archaeological finds.

Uncovering Roman Wimborne: Vespasian’s Fortress at Lake Farm

Cost: Free Entry

Location: Allendale House

Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 October 10am - 4pm

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wimborne's first glow ride
Oct
22

wimborne's first glow ride

WIMBORNE’S FIRST GLOW RIDE!

Last year, thousands of cyclists took part in CycleUK’s Glow Rides in towns and cities across the UK.

This year, Wimborne will join in for the first time!

On the evening of Thursday, 22 October, a group of local cyclists , brightly dressed and lit, will be cycling round Wimborne. We aim to promote safe cycling for all and the message is “Be Seen, Be Safe”

Come and cheer us on in Wimborne between 6 and 7pm on 22nd October!

Want to join in the ride? Or just come and support us?

Cost: Free to attend

Location: Wimborne Town Centre

Access provision: Step free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Clear pathways (aisles wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooters, buggies and prams), Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces)

For more information contact:
Viv at viv.burgess@btinternet.com or
Tina at tstiby@yahoo.co.uk

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a journey amongst monsters and storytellers with nick jubber
Oct
21

a journey amongst monsters and storytellers with nick jubber

In a talk combining elements of his last two books, 'Monsterland' and 'The Fairy Tellers', award-winning writer Nicholas Jubber recounts his travels in pursuit of monsters from all over the world and his search for the origins of fairy tales.
Event followed by book sales, courtesy Gullivers Bookshop, and book signing.

Cost: Friends of Wimborne Library - Free & Guests £5

Location: Wimborne Library, 3 High St, Wimborne, BH21 1HS

Access provision: Step-free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Changing & feeding facilities, Family toilet facilities, Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces), Clear pathways (aisles/space wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooter, double buggies and prams), Interactivity, Lowered displays (exhibitions lowered for wheelchairs, mobility scooters and children), Buggy parking, Clear signage (icons, faces and names etc), Blue badge parking onsite or nearby?

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then, now and next: walford mill, forty years in the making
Oct
21

then, now and next: walford mill, forty years in the making

Join us for a special evening of conversation celebrating forty years of creativity with makers closely associated with Walford Mill…

Furniture maker and President of the Walford Mill Education Trust, Simon Pirie, will lead a discussion with three distinguished makers: Debby Kirby, a silk weaver and resident maker at the Mill for forty years; Jonathan Garratt, a potter who creates terracotta, sculpture and slipware using locally dug clay and wood firing; and Ruth Dresman, a glass artist whose nature-inspired work uses sandblasting to create rich layers of colour and texture.

Together, the four will reflect on the Mill’s role in leading the crafts in Dorset, share their experiences as professional makers and explore how the landscape of craft has changed over the past four decades. They will also look ahead and consider what the future might hold for makers, craftsmanship and Walford Mill.

Hosted by The Little Pickle Café at Walford Mill, guests are invited to arrive from 7pm for a welcome drink. The discussion will take place from 7.30pm until 8.30pm, followed by an opportunity to continue the conversation and mingle with the speakers and fellow guests until 9pm.

Location: Little Pickle at the Mill, Walford Mill Crafts, Knobcrook Rd, Wimborne BH21 1NL

Cost: £10

Step-free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Changing & feeding facilities, Family toilet facilities, Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces), Blue badge parking onsite or nearby?, Clear pathways (aisles/space wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooter, double buggies and prams), Assistance dogs allowed, Buggy parking, Clear signage (icons, faces and names etc)

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nocturne: in the night garden
Oct
15

nocturne: in the night garden

Step into the Museum of East Dorset’s beautiful walled garden after dark for an atmospheric evening of music, poetry and reflection beneath the trees. Discover the magic of natural darkness as you pause, listen and experience the garden in a whole new way, surrounded by moonlight, stars and the scent of flowers. Join us for a peaceful and immersive celebration of night, nature and human connection.

Location: Museum of East Dorset

Cost: £8

Access provision: Inclusive toilet facilities, Step-free access, Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces), Blue badge parking onsite or nearby?, Clear pathways (aisles/space wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooter, double buggies and prams)

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pumpkin sewing workshop
Oct
13
to 14 Oct

pumpkin sewing workshop

Get creative this autumn and join us for a fun and festive sewing workshop! Learn how to make your very own handmade fabric pumpkins, perfect for adding a cosy autumn touch to your home.

During the workshop, you’ll make two fabric pumpkins – one large and one small. You’ll be guided through the process step by step, creating your own unique pumpkins to take home and enjoy year after year.

The workshop is suitable for adults and children aged 12 and over. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No previous sewing experience is necessary – just bring your creativity and get ready to sew!

Your workshop also includes a cup of tea or an Americano, so you can enjoy a hot drink while you get creative.

Cost: £15

Location: Museum of East Dorset

Access provision: Step-free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Changing & feeding facilities, Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces), Blue badge parking onsite or nearby?, Clear pathways (aisles/space wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooter, double buggies and prams), Buggy parking, Assistance dogs allowed

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rivermind choral concert
Oct
11

rivermind choral concert

Brief description of event: A premiere of a new musical work dedicated to our local rivers, for singers, vibraphone and percussion, composed by Karen Wimhurst. This is a chance to be immersed in songs celebrating our precious rivers. The event will also feature visuals and sound recordings from the River Stour and River Allen. Featuring Palida Choir with Soprano Brittany Soriano; Bass Ed Bersey; Vibes Naomi Maddick; Percussion Archie Macfarlane and Jacob Spence. The concert will take place at the Allendale Centre, Wimborne at 7.30 pm. Tickets £12 from the Allendale Centre ticket office. The event forms part of Wimborne Green Festival organised by Planet Wimborne, and is supported through a Culture Catalyst Micro-Commission as part of Wimborne Town of Culture 2026.

Location: Allendale Community Centre, Hanham Rd BH21 1AS

Cost: £12

Access provision: Step free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Clear pathways (aisles wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooters, buggies and prams), Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces), Clear signage

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mental mapping art workshop series - create a pictorial map of wimborne
Oct
4
to 8 Nov

mental mapping art workshop series - create a pictorial map of wimborne

Join local artist Anthony Reid for Mental Mapping, a series of five creative workshops exploring Wimborne through art.

Participants will create their own individual artworks documenting a journey through Wimborne, using a medium of their choice – from sketching, drawing and painting to collage, photography and text. The workshops are open to all abilities, and you don’t need to attend every session.

Finished works will have the opportunity to be exhibited as part of a local exhibition at Wimborne Minster in December 2026.

Anthony Reid is a Wimborne-based artist with a background in sculpture, art and design technology and vernacular architecture. His practice explores our relationship with landscape and the built environment, with a particular interest in monochromatic work through sketching and photomontage.

Workshop dates:
Sunday 4 October, 11am–3.30pm
Sunday 11 October, 11am–3.30pm
Saturday 31 October, 10am–4.30pm
Sunday 1 November, 11am–3.30pm
Sunday 8 November, 11am–3.30pm

Venue: Walford Mill Craft Centre, Wimborne
Cost: £95 for the workshop series
Who can take part: All abilities welcome

A limited supply of materials will be available, but participants are encouraged to bring their own. Tea and coffee will be provided. Lunch is not included, with food available to purchase nearby and at the on-site café.

For more information, availability and bookings, contact Anthony Reid at anthony.reid14@yahoo.com.

Mental Mapping is supported through a Culture Catalyst Micro-Commission as part of Wimborne Town of Culture 2026.

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cowboys and space
Oct
3

cowboys and space

Join the space cowboys on a mission to rescue abducted cattle! Take on the Balancing Bronco challenge, navigate the Giant Space Maze, capture aliens in our lasso game, and dress up as your favourite character!

Location: Museum of East Dorset

Cost: Free with Museum Entry Fee

Access provision: Step-free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Changing & feeding facilities, Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces), Blue badge parking onsite or nearby?, Clear pathways (aisles/space wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooter, double buggies and prams), Interactivity, Hearing loops, Interpretation - languages/BSL/Audio Description/Easy readv, Buggy parking, Assistance dogs allowed

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there's a monster in your show
Oct
2

there's a monster in your show

Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage, as the beloved ‘Who’s in Your Book?’ series tours the UK in a brand-new musical show.

A group of performers are preparing to start their show, but quickly discover they are not alone on stage. Little Monster wants to be part of the fun too! With an invitation to his friends, Dragon, Alien and Unicorn to join him, you can expect comedy and chaos as they help to create a magical show, learning about the joy of books and friendship along the way.

Location: Tivoli Theatre, Wimborne

Cost: £16 Adult and £14 Child

Access provision: Step free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Clear pathways (aisles wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooters, buggies and prams), Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces), Hearing loops, Buggy parking, Changing & feeding facilities, Family toilet facilities

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tearoom makers market
Sept
26

tearoom makers market

The Makers Market celebrates local artists, makers and small businesses offering a wonderful mix of handmade goods, unique finds and thoughtful designs.

And don’t forget – the fabulous Tearoom will be open serving it’s usual delicious treats.

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wimborne valognes twinning association - twinning treasures
Sept
25

wimborne valognes twinning association - twinning treasures

An exhibition of gifts over nearly 60 years from our twin town of Valognes.

Cost: Free to attend

Other dates: Saturday 26 Sep 10am - 4pm & Sunday 27 Sep 11am - 4pm

Location: Walford Mill Crafts, Knobcrook Road, Wimborne BH21 1NL

Access provision: Step-free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Changing & feeding facilities, Family toilet facilities, Blue badge parking onsite or nearby?, Clear pathways (aisles/space wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooter, double buggies and prams), Support workers/Guides/Disability trained staff.

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the curious incident of the dog in the night time
Sept
24

the curious incident of the dog in the night time

Revive Theatre returns with Simon Stephens' award-winning adaptation of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. Christopher Boone is fifteen years old, exceptional at maths, and determined to solve the mystery of who killed Wellington the dog. His investigation leads him on a life-changing journey that challenges everything he thought he knew about his family and the world around him.

Location: The Tivoli Theatre

Cost: £18

Access Provision: Step free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Clear pathways (aisles wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooters, buggies and prams), Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces), Clear signage

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fused glass with linda rowe
Sept
24

fused glass with linda rowe

Join us at the Museum of East Dorset and discover the art of glass fusing in our small, friendly workshops designed for both beginners and returning participants. Learn the basics or build on your experience while creating your own beautiful fused glass pieces in a relaxed and creative setting. All materials and kiln firing are included.

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wimborne wellness walks
Sept
23

wimborne wellness walks

Take time for yourself and enjoy a gentle guided walk in the beautiful surroundings.
Free monthly guided walks designed to support wellbeing through time spent outdoors, encouraging people to connect with nature, improve mental wellbeing and enjoy gentle physical activity in the company of others.
Take time, connect with nature and others in the glorious Wimborne Town.

Location: Coach and Horses Pub, Poole Rd, Wimborne

Cost: Free to attend

Access provision: Step-free access, Blue badge parking onsite or nearby?

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belonging: our search for home
Sept
22
to 27 Sept

belonging: our search for home

Wimborne Community Theatre in association with Wimborne Town of Culture presents Belonging: Our Search for Home.

A powerful new play, made by and for the local community, which guides the audience on a magical and immersive journey through the Kingston Lacy landscape, asking, is home a place or a feeling?

A fair full of secrets. A landscape full of noises.

A teenager about to leave Wimborne. An old man with something still unsaid.

The legends of the gardens walk among us, with their stories to tell.

Everyone's looking for somewhere to belong.

In this compelling and dreamlike production, discover Kingston Lacy with the people who once called it home. An unforgettable experience inspired by Wimborne’s past and present.

With a cast of adults and young people, ‘Belonging’ celebrates 35 years of Wimborne Community Theatre creating locally made site-specific theatre, inspired by the environment of East Dorset and the lives of people, past and present.

The performance starts at 7pm, but we invite you to explore our interactive fair from 6.30pm, the gates open at 6.15pm.

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finding mary smith - an afternoon with al isaacs
Sept
19

finding mary smith - an afternoon with al isaacs

American author Al Isaacs shares the remarkable true story behind his award-winning memoir Finding Mary Smith. After discovering at age 52 that he had been adopted, Al followed a trail of DNA, family secrets and a 1960s folk-music mystery that eventually led him across the Atlantic to his birth mother, Mary—now living in Dorset. Join Al for an afternoon of laughter, surprises, Q&A and a very special reunion, with Mary herself in attendance.

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meet natasha solomons, award winning dorset author
Sept
19

meet natasha solomons, award winning dorset author

Natasha Solomons will be talking about her books and her writing life. Copies of her most recent books will be available to buy and have signed. This talk is organised by the Friends of Wimborne Library.

Location: Wimborne Library

Cost: £5 - members of Friends of Wimborne Library Free. Please book at the library

Access provision: Step free access, Clear pathways (aisles wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooters, buggies and prams), Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces)

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sounds by the river: sound bath
Sept
14

sounds by the river: sound bath

A FREE Crystal Bowl Sound Bath at Longclose Yard, BH21 1NR, suitable for all.

Cost: Free to attend

Location: Longclose Yard, Wimborne BH21 1NR

Access provision: Step free access, Inclusive toilet facilities

Take a moment to pause, breathe and reset.

Join us for a 45-minute Crystal Singing Bowl Sound Bath at Longclose Yard Wimborne. Whether you're completely new to sound baths or have experienced them before, this gentle outdoor session is designed to be welcoming, accessible and relaxing for everyone.

Crystal singing bowls create soothing vibrations and calming tones that can help quiet a busy mind and encourage deep relaxation. Many people leave feeling calmer, lighter and more grounded.

Potential benefits include:

Deep relaxation and stress relief
Helping calm the nervous system
Supporting mindfulness and emotional wellbeing
Reducing feelings of anxiety and tension
Encouraging rest and mental clarity
Creating a sense of balance and inner calm
What to bring
Bring whatever helps you feel comfortable. You might like to bring:

A blanket
A pillow or cushion
A yoga mat
A camping chair or fold-up chair
Anything else that helps you relax
You're welcome to sit or lie down throughout the session—there is no right or wrong way to take part. A small number of blankets will also be available to borrow if you need one.

Good to know
Suitable for beginners
No booking necessary – just come along
Accessible and inclusive
45-minute session
Afterwards, why not stay and enjoy a tea, coffee or Sauna? The Rum Life and Bake Sauna's will be open, offering the perfect opportunity to relax, chat and continue your mindful morning.

Come as you are, make yourself comfortable, and let the calming sounds of the crystal singing bowls help you relax, unwind and reconnect.

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allendale house open day
Sept
12

allendale house open day

As part of Dorset Architectural Heritage Week, Allendale House, our wonderful Grade II listed building, is open for the day. Find out about East Dorset Heritage Trust, our history and what we do. There will be information boards, exhibitions, a tearooms and a table top sale.

Location: East Dorset Heritage Trust, Allendale House, Hanham Road, Wimborne Minster. BH21 1AS

Cost: Free to attend

Access provision: Step-free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Blue badge parking onsite or nearby?, Assistance dogs allowed

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snail race
Sept
5

snail race

Join us for a hilarious family event, races with a twist, virtual on-screen races using cartoon snails – no snails will be harmed in the process!! Have fun betting on your favourite snail characters, or sponsor a race, and help raise funds to enhance the children's area of Wimborne Library. Betting cash only- £1 stakes-Winners receive 50% of tote. Sponsor a snail for £2 to be awarded bubbly and rosette. All tickets will be entered into a numbered draw.

Location: Wimborne Library

Cost: Adults £5 - Children £3

Access provision: Step-free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Changing & feeding facilities, Family toilet facilities, Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces), Clear pathways (aisles/space wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooter, double buggies and prams), Lowered displays (exhibitions lowered for wheelchairs, mobility scooters and children), Interactivity, Captions or subtitles, Buggy parking, Clear signage (icons, faces and names etc), Blue badge parking onsite or nearby?

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wimborne community fun day
Sept
5

wimborne community fun day

A fun afternoon for all the family; a scarecrow competition, children's games, variety of stalls, music, a human fruit machine and much much more!

Location: Opposite Beaucroft College BH21 1HQ

Cost: Free to attend

Access provision: Step-free access, Family toilet facilities, Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces), Blue badge parking onsite or nearby?, Clear pathways (aisles/space wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooter, double buggies and prams), Interactivity, Noise management, Clear signage (icons, faces and names etc), Buggy parking, Assistance dogs allowed

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sounds by the river: sound bath
Sept
4

sounds by the river: sound bath

Enjoy a family-friendly visit to Greenspace Art Place, featuring nature-inspired creative activities including ecopoetry, nature printing, ecomusic making and wildlife listening, alongside a relaxing Family Crystal Singing Bowl Sound Bath. A wonderful opportunity for children and grown-ups to create, connect and unwind together.

Location: Wimborne Chase

Cost: Free to attend

Access provision: Step free access, Relaxed hours

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wimborne funfair
Sept
4

wimborne funfair

A family funfair with special live performances and guests free entry and free parking

Location: Wimborne Showground

Access provision: Step free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces), Clear pathways (aisles wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooters, buggies and prams), Family toilet facilities, Assistance dogs allowed

Cost: Free

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summer concert
Sept
3

summer concert

Award-winning Wimborne choir, Vivamente Voices, are delighted to be performing a late summer concert in the gorgeous setting of Canford School, bringing you a variety of songs from classic pop to musical theatre: everything from Freddie Mercury and Ed Sheeran to Les Misérables and Miss Saigon. The concert is in support of local charity Routes to Roots for whom we will be holding a 'raffle of hampers.' We'd love to see you there!

Location: Concert Hall, Canford School, BH21 3AD

Cost: £14 / U13 £8

Access provision: Step free access, Inclusive toilet facilities, Clear pathways (aisles wide enough for wheelchairs, mobility scooters, buggies and prams), Seating options (perch points, accessible viewing points, wheelchair spaces), Quiet space, Clear signage

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submit your event

Wimborne's year as Dorset Town of Culture is shaped by our community – and that means you! Whether you're planning a brand new event or already run regular activities in Wimborne, we'd love to feature your event in our 2026 programme.

All types of events are welcome: workshops, performances, exhibitions, heritage walks, sports activities, festivals, talks, and anything else that brings our community together through culture. Fill out the form to tell us about your event.