Get spooky in Swanage this half term at the Pier's annual Spooktacular Halloween Trail.

Swanage Pier, Pier Approach, Swanage, BH19 2AP

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Explore Studland’s beach, dunes, and woodland this half term through its spooktacular Wicked Wildlife Trail.

Knoll Beach, Ferry Rd, Studland, BH19 3AQ

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Come and explore Corfe Castle this October half-term with a new family quest and the return of the teddy zip-wire.

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Get spooky this October half-term at The Blue Pool with a range of Halloween-themed activities.

The Blue Pool, Furzebrook Road, Wareham, BH20 5AR

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Things are getting spooky at Swanage Pier this half-term - and you can join in the fun too at a special Halloween crafting session, led by pier volunteers.

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Calling all little ghosts, ghouls and witches!

The Swanbrook, 27 Kings Road West, Swanage BH19 1HE

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Following its spooktastic success last year, Dorset Adventure Park's Terror Trail returns this Halloween for two nights of thrills in the woods by Corfe Castle.

Dorset Adventure Park, Arfleet Mill Lakes, Studland Road, Corfe Castle BH20 5JG

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Save the date for Swanage Bay View's annual kids' Halloween party this afternoon.

Swanage Bay View, Panorama Road, Swanage BH19 2QS

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Celebrate Halloween at East Bar tonight with DJs Ricki Hill and Craig Selby.

East Bar, 1A High Street, Swanage, BH19 2LN

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Swanage Literary Festival returns this November, with a weekend of author talks and writing workshops.

The Mowlem Studio (venue page)

Browse locally-made crafts and home produce at Langton Matravers' annual Christmas Craft Fair.

Langton Matravers Village Hall, 59 High Street, Langton Matravers, Swanage BH19 3HA

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Join the Swans for a day of festive fun and shopping as Swanage & Wareham RFC's Christmas market returns for another year.

Swanage & Wareham Rugby & Football Club, Bestwall Road, Wareham BH20 4HY

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Join artist and printmaker Robin Mackenzie for a Christmas-themed wood-engraving workshop at Durlston today.

The Learning Centre (venue page)

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Enjoy a festive day out in Swanage as the Artisans on the Beach return to fill the Shore Road beach huts with Christmas gifts, handmade items and artwork.

Shore Road Beach Huts, Swanage, BH19 1LB

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'Pull a pine' at the annual RSPB Arne Dorset Christmas Festival - take home as many trees to decorate as you like, and help with the nature reserve's conservation efforts.

RSPB Arne, Arne Road, Wareham BH20 5BJ

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Get the date in your diary for this year's Christmas lights switch-on in Swanage.

Outside The Mowlem/Station Road

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Swanage Railway’s Pullman Observation Car is having a special makeover for the festive season.

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Watch Swanage Pier be lit up for the festive season and enjoy family-friendly entertainment whilst remembering loved ones this Christmas.

Swanage Pier, Pier Approach, Swanage, BH19 2AP

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Enjoy a festive evening of music with Purbeck Arts Choir tonight at their annual Christmas concert.

St Mary's Church, Church Hill, Swanage BH19 1HU

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Visit Santa this festive period at the magical setting of The Blue Pool in Furzebrook.

The Blue Pool, Furzebrook Road, Wareham, BH20 5AR

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Swanage Christmas Market returns for another year, with over 60 festive stalls along Station Road and Institute Road.

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Join Swanage Town Band in a musical celebration of Christmas at its annual Carols on the Bandstand concert.

Swanage Bandstand, Recreation Ground

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Experience the magic of Corfe Castle this festive season at its annual Winter Lights event.

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Step into Swanage Pier’s winter wonderland grotto this Christmas

Swanage Pier, Pier Approach, Swanage, BH19 2AP

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Meet Father Christmas's reindeer, say hello to some friendly festive donkeys and enjoy magical family entertainment at Swanage Pier's special Festive Fun Days.

Swanage Pier, Pier Approach, Swanage BH19 2AP

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Celebrate the shortest day of the year on a magical morning walk to watch the sunrise at Old Harry Rocks in Studland.

The Boxing Day Swim on Swanage Beach is an annual community tradition, which sees hundreds of swimmers head into the chilly December water for a fun, festive dip.

Swanage Beach, Shore Road, Swanage, BH19 1LB

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Wander through magical illuminated woodland trails at The Blue Pool's annual winter illuminations.

The Blue Pool, Furzebrook Road, Wareham, BH20 5AR

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Join in the ancient tradition of wassailing at the Dorset Cider Farm this winter.

Dorset Cider Farm (venue page)

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Save the date for the second #WillDoes Lulworth Trail Run, set within the grounds of Lulworth Castle.

Lulworth Castle, East Lulworth, Wareham BH20 5QS

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Purbeck Art Weeks returns this spring for another two-week festival showcasing local talent through joint exhibitions, open studios, workshops and community art events.

Save the date for the next Swanage Fish & Food Festival.

Sandpit Field, Swanage, BH19 1NR

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Get the date in your diary for the 2027 Swanage Jazz Festival.

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Along with Swanage Carnival, nearby Wareham has its own summer carnival each July, the week before.

Wareham Recreation Ground, Worgret Road, Wareham, BH20 4PH

FamilyFree

Save the date for The Wild Swimming Festival 2027, which returns to Swanage for a weekend of summer swimming events and activities this weekend

Prince Albert Gardens Amphitheatre, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2AP

The family-friendly music festival returns to Lulworth Castle between Thursday 29th July – Sunday 1st August, with a brand new line-up and festival theme.

Lulworth Castle, East Lulworth, Wareham BH20 5QS

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Swanage Carnival is one of the main highlights of the year in Swanage and Purbeck, with eight days of entertainment taking over the town in one of Dorset's most popular family-friendly festivals.

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Save the date for Purbeck Valley Folk Festival 2027!

Purbeck Valley Farm, Valley Road, Corfe Castle, BH20 5HU

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Get the date in your diary for Swanage Folk Festival 2027.

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Swanage Repair Café is back at Herston village hall after a summer break, on the last Saturday of the month.

Herston Village Hall, 12 Jubilee Road, Swanage BH19 2SF

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Join a magical morning walk at RSPB Arne today and watch the sun rise over Poole Harbour.

RSPB Arne, Arne Road, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5BJ

Family

Combine your two favourite things - running and spectacular views - in this year's Purbeck Trail Series.

Check out this brand new party night at The Mowlem - especially for participants aged 13 and up in the Swanage and Purbeck area!

The Mowlem Studio (venue page)

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