What's on in Acton

Dorset, England

Acton sits snugly in Dorset with a quiet charm that makes it easy to find things worth doing without driving miles for them. We keep an eye on local gatherings so you don't have to wander round hoping to stumble upon a gathering by chance. From community groups meeting at the village hall to casual meetups around the green, there is plenty of reason to drop in and chat with neighbours. Near Here lists what's on near your door so you can spend less time searching and more time enjoying the local scene.

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Arts & Culture

Around £85

Finding Forms, Purbeck

Paintings and Ceramics by Susan Cox exploring how images and landscapes are constructed through colour, mark making, and movement, revealing symboli...

Sat 18 Apr09:00Durlston Castle(2.9mi)

via Durlston CastleLocal gem

Community

Tiger Day Spring

Event starting on 18 April 2026 at 09:30

Sat 18 Apr09:30Pitch and Putt(2.2mi)

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Sports & FitnessCommunity

Around £85

parkrun at Durlston

Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! I...

Sat 18 Apr10:30Durlston Castle(2.9mi)

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Community

Arty Bazaar

Event starting on 18 April 2026 at 12:00

Sat 18 Apr12:00Pitch and Putt(2.2mi)

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Community

Event Tbc

Event starting on 18 April 2026 at 12:00

Sat 18 Apr12:00Pitch and Putt(2.2mi)

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Community

Dawn Chorus Guided Walk + Breakfast at RSBP Arne

Event starting on 19 April 2026 at 05:00

Sun 19 Apr05:00Pitch and Putt(2.2mi)

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Community

All-Terrain Vehicle Nature Tour

Event starting on 19 April 2026 at 10:00

Sun 19 Apr10:00Pitch and Putt(2.2mi)

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Free! (worth double-checking)

Arts & Culture

Finding Forms, Purbeck

Paintings and Ceramics by Susan Cox exploring how images and landscapes are constructed through colour, mark making, and movement, revealing symboli...

Sun 19 Apr10:30Durlston Castle(2.9mi)

via Durlston CastleLocal gem

Community

Swanage Railway

Event starting on 19 April 2026 at 12:00

Sun 19 Apr12:00Pitch and Putt(2.2mi)

via Pitch and Putt

Free! (worth double-checking)

Food & DrinkCommunity

Cuppa and a Chat

Drop in to the Durlston shed, get to know some of our volunteers, make friends and enjoy the lovely setting. Free to pop in for a brew!

Mon 20 Apr10:30Durlston Castle(2.9mi)

via Durlston CastleLocal gem

Free! (worth double-checking)

Arts & Culture

Finding Forms, Purbeck

Paintings and Ceramics by Susan Cox exploring how images and landscapes are constructed through colour, mark making, and movement, revealing symboli...

Mon 20 Apr14:00Durlston Castle(2.9mi)

via Durlston CastleLocal gem

Cinema

Film Club

Join the Film Club for a screening of a movie.

Fri 24 AprWorth Matravers Village Hall(1.2mi)

via Worth Matravers Village HallLocal gem

Community

The Fish & Chips Special

Join us and Fox & Edwards Events for a steam train journey with a difference - a fish and chips meal to enjoy! Take in the picturesque scenery on a round trip from Norden station (where there is car parking - postcode BH20 5DW) in a heritage carriage from the 1950s or early 1960s, hauled by a steam locomotive. The trip takes approximately 70 minutes - perfect for getting a good "fill" of nostalgia or celebrating a birthday, anniversary or other special occasions. The fish and chips meal, bottle of water and baked sweet treat (flapjack or biscuits) are served at the half-way point in the journey for the return trip. Alternative meal options are offered for those who prefer not to have fish and these are selected when purchasing tickets. Reviews for other Fox & Edwards Events journeys include: "It was nice to have a bit of nostalgia from childhood memories" "Staff was pleasant and helpful polite, questions through emails was quickly answered fantastic service" "Lovely relaxing day out" "Thank you to all who helped make our day feel really special. We all felt like VIP's. Well done!" We are currently unable to welcome dogs on this trip. Service provided by Fox and Edwards not the Swanage Railway. Tickets must be prebooked in advance through Fox & Edwards. Swanage Railway does not take nor administer bookings, Swanage Railway gift card cannot be redeemed against this product.

Sat 25 AprCorfe Castle Steam Railway(1.1mi)

via Corfe Castle Steam RailwayLocal gem

Free! (worth double-checking)

Community

Gallery Closed for Wedding

Our Gallery level is closed for a Wedding. The rest of the Park, Castle and Seventh Wave restaurant are open as usual.

Sat 25 Apr09:00Durlston Castle(2.9mi)

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Free! (worth double-checking)

Sports & FitnessCommunity

parkrun at Durlston

Every Saturday at 9:00am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! I...

Sat 25 Apr11:00Durlston Castle(2.9mi)

via Durlston CastleLocal gem

Community

Devon Belle – The Prosecco Afternoon Tea Express

Indulge in bottomless Prosecco and an array of hand-crafted savoury and sweet delights, served aboard the rare Devon Belle Pullman Observation Car. Sit back, relax, and savour the elegance of a bygone era as you journey through the Purbeck countryside in vintage style. A Journey Like No Other Step aboard the Devon Belle and settle into your luxurious Pullman seat as the steam locomotive glides through the rolling Purbeck hills. Your personal steward will welcome you with a glass of Prosecco or sparkling elderflower, followed by a hand-crafted afternoon tea, freshly prepared for your journey. Savoury and sweet items are presented individually in elegant platter boxes, all served at your seat so you can relax and enjoy panoramic views of the Dorset countryside and the magnificent ruins of Corfe Castle through the carriage’s wide observation windows. On the return journey to Swanage, enjoy five and a half miles of unrivalled scenery as tea and freshly brewed coffee are served at your seat, accompanied by delicate petit fours—rounding off your experience with a comforting warm drink and a final indulgent treat. Afternoon Tea Menu (served at your seat) A selection of delicate savoury sandwiches A range of miniature sweet treats and patisserie Freshly brewed tea or coffee on the return journey Prosecco or elderflower remains bottomless throughout the experience, perfectly complementing the savoury and sweet offerings. Sip, savour, and celebrate in style as the bubbles keep...

Sun 26 AprCorfe Castle Steam Railway(1.1mi)

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Community

Diesel Gala and Beer Festival 2026

We've tracked down Diesel Gala and Beer Festival 2026 at Corfe Castle Steam Railway. For the rest of the intel, you'll want their website.

Fri 8 MayCorfe Castle Steam Railway(1.1mi)

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Community

Sir David Attenborough at 100 - A Purbeck Celebration

Sir David Attenborough at 100 - A Purbeck Celebration? At Museum of Jurassic Marine Life? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Fri 8 MayMuseum of Jurassic Marine Life(4.6mi)

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