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What's on in Bartom's Hill

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Bartom's Hill.

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Festivals & Events

Kite Festival

Kite Festival Saturday 25 July 2026 11:00 16:30 The Great field Poundbury Peverell Avenue East Dorchester, England, DT1 3RH (map) Google Calendar ICS

Sat 25 Jul11:00JL Creations Personalised Gifts(4.3mi)

via JL Creations Personalised Gifts

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Vows renewal

Vows renewal? At St Mary's Church? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Sat 25 Jul14:00St Mary's Church(0.8mi)

via St Mary's Church

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Bloomfest 10am 0-15m Summer Special – Mixed Special

Mixed Special – 0 months to wobbly walkers

Tue 28 Jul11:00Bloom Baby Classes Dorset(3.7mi)

via Bloom Baby Classes DorsetLocal gem

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Bloomfest 11:30am Summer Special 0-15m – Mixed Special

Mixed Special – 0 months to wobbly walkers

Tue 28 Jul12:30Bloom Baby Classes Dorset(3.7mi)

via Bloom Baby Classes DorsetLocal gem

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Bloomfest 1pm 0-15m Summer Special – Mixed Special

Mixed Special – 0 months to wobbly walkers

Tue 28 Jul14:00Bloom Baby Classes Dorset(3.7mi)

via Bloom Baby Classes DorsetLocal gem

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Service Finder Training

Service Finder is a free tool for professionals to discover local services. In the session, we’ll walk you through: How to access Service Finder Using the full range of filters effectively Saving and sharing services with colleagues or clients Book your free place If you help people find local services and want to make that process easier with Service Finder, or if you are a health, council, or VCS professional working in Dorset and would like to use Service Finder, please get in touch at to arrange an online training session for you and/or your team. We’re flexible and happy to tailor training to your team.

Wed 29 Jul13:00Community Action Network(4mi)

via Community Action Network

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Club Calendar

Make sure to check back here regularly to find out what's going on at Lake Road Social Club throughout the year! If you are interested in coming along to one of the events, or hosting your own, please use the contact us page and take a look at our hiring options too. We also have information and stories of both previous and upcoming events on our club events page.

Thu 30 JulLake Road Social Club(4.3mi)

via Lake Road Social ClubLocal gem

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Service Finder Training

Tue 4 Aug11:00Community Action Network(4mi)

via Community Action Network

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Around £15

Vikki Slade MP BBQ Garden Party

Join Vikki Slade MP and the MDNP Lib Dem team at Vikki's BBQ Garden Party for a relaxed summer afternoon! Spend time with fellow Lib Dem members, supporters, friends, and family in a beautiful garden setting while enjoying great food, good company, and the chance to catch up with Vikki and the local team. ----- Ticket price includes: BBQ, dessert, and a drink on arrival. Please bring any additional drinks you'd like for the afternoon (soft drinks will also be available). There'll also be a raffle and plenty of fun garden games to enjoy throughout the event! ----- Sunday 9th August 2026 2:30pm – 5:30pm Broadstone (full address will be provided after ticket purchase) Tickets: £15 If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact: We'd love to see you there, bring your friends and family along for a fantastic summer afternoon at Vikki's BBQ!

Sun 9 Aug15:30Liberal Hall, Broadstone(4.2mi)

via Liberal Hall, BroadstoneLocal gem

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Summer Intensive 2026

We keep tabs on Steppin' Out Academy of Performance so you don't have to. Summer Intensive 2026 caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Mon 10 AugSteppin' Out Academy of Performance(3.7mi)

via Steppin' Out Academy of Performance

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Monday Methods

Monday Methods is happening at St Mary's Church. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Mon 10 Aug11:00St Mary's Church(0.8mi)

via St Mary's Church

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Service Finder Training

Wed 12 Aug16:00Community Action Network(4mi)

via Community Action Network

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Steppin’ Out Awards Night 2026

Filed under: Steppin’ Out Awards Night 2026 at Steppin' Out Academy of Performance looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Wed 12 Aug20:00Steppin' Out Academy of Performance(3.7mi)

via Steppin' Out Academy of Performance

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Canford Summer Fair

Canford Summer Fair Saturday 15 August 2026 10:00 17:00 Canford School Wimborne , Dorset BH21 3AD (map) Google Calendar ICS

Sat 15 Aug10:00JL Creations Personalised Gifts(4.3mi)

via JL Creations Personalised Gifts

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SWRAC Fundraiser Information Station

Connect with community services, discover volunteering opportunities, or get support for your charity or community group. No need to book; just drop in. We can help with: Finding volunteering roles Befriending Social activities Transport services Food and finance Advice for community groups & charities.

Wed 19 Aug12:00Merley House(5mi)

via Merley House

History & Heritage

“ Wimborne Museum Gardens ” visit – Meet at the Library at

“ Wimborne Museum Gardens ” visit – Meet at the Library at at Corfe Mullen Gardening Club. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Thu 20 AugCorfe Mullen Gardening Club(3.5mi)

via Corfe Mullen Gardening ClubLocal gem

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How to use CAN Service Finder

Service Finder is a free tool for professionals to discover local services. In the session, we’ll walk you through: How to access Service Finder Using the full range of filters effectively Saving and sharing services with colleagues or clients. Book your free place If you help people find local services and want to make that process easier with Service Finder, or if you are a health, council, or VCS professional working in Dorset and would like to use Service Finder, please get in touch at to arrange an online training session for you and/or your team. We’re flexible and happy to tailor training to your team.

Thu 20 Aug11:00Community Action Network(4mi)

via Community Action Network

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Venues with events near Bartom's Hill

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

St Mary's Church0.8 miles away

More about Bartom's Hill

Dorset, England

Bartom's Hill sits in Dorset with a view that makes you forget to check your phone for an hour. The high ground offers plenty of room for festivals and outdoor markets without feeling cramped. It is easy to see why locals keep coming back to the hills for fresh air and good company. There are always events on, from family days out to quiet evenings under the stars. You can find a gathering that suits your mood without needing to hunt through a dozen websites. We make sure you know what is going on right here in the valley.

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