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What's on in East Holton

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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(4mi)

via JL Creations Personalised Gifts

Theatre

Summer of Play Activity Trail

Embark on a wild colour chalk rubbing trail filled with fun activities and games for the whole family. Play like a chicken, leap like a sika deer, and try some bunny yoga. As you explore, you'll uncover fascinating facts about the creatures that call Brownsea home. It's the perfect way to let imaginations run wild and create unforgettable family memories. Finish at the natural play area where you can leap, climb, and scamper like a red squirrel.

Sat 25 Jul11:00Brownsea Island(4.9mi)

via Brownsea Island

Community

Fish & Chips Lunchtime Cruise

Enjoy a 70 minute cruise around Poole Harbour whilst dining on traditional fish & chips

Sat 25 Jul13:30Poole Town Centre(4.1mi)

via Poole Town CentreLocal gem

Community

Vows renewal

St Mary's Church is hosting and we're spreading the word. Vows renewal — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Sat 25 Jul14:00St Mary's Church(3.5mi)

via St Mary's Church

Community

Sensory Sunday

Need a calmer environment for shopping? On the last Sunday of every month, The Dolphin and its retailers will be operating with dimmed lights and quieter music to create a better […] The post Sensory Sunday appeared first on Dolphin Shopping Centres.

Sun 26 JulGATHER(3.3mi)

via GATHER

Community

Garden Party

Garden Party – Sunday 26th July Events 13 Jul Written By Upperdog The Chapman’s Garden PartyWe hope to see you on the 26th! Upperdog https://upperdog.co.uk/

Sun 26 JulWaggy Tails Rescue(4.8mi)

via Waggy Tails RescueLocal gem

Community

Poole Men’s Shed

The post Poole Men’s Shed appeared first on The Dolphin Poole.

Sun 26 Jul09:00GATHER(3.3mi)

via GATHER

Community

Sensory Sunday

Sun 26 Jul11:00GATHER(3.3mi)

via GATHER

Theatre

Summer of Play Activity Trail

Sun 26 Jul11:00Brownsea Island(4.9mi)

via Brownsea Island

Community

Stake SA fireside - Poole England Stake - Poole Stake 2026

Right then — Stake SA fireside - Poole England Stake - Poole Stake 2026 at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Sun 26 Jul19:00Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints(4.6mi)

via Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

Theatre

Summer of Play Activity Trail

Mon 27 Jul11:00Brownsea Island(4.9mi)

via Brownsea Island

Community

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

Mixed Special – 0 months to wobbly walkers

Tue 28 Jul11:00Bloom Baby Classes Dorset(4.3mi)

via Bloom Baby Classes DorsetLocal gem

Theatre

Summer of Play Activity Trail

Tue 28 Jul11:00Brownsea Island(4.9mi)

via Brownsea Island

Community

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

Mixed Special – 0 months to wobbly walkers

Tue 28 Jul12:30Bloom Baby Classes Dorset(4.3mi)

via Bloom Baby Classes DorsetLocal gem

Community

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

Mixed Special – 0 months to wobbly walkers

Tue 28 Jul14:00Bloom Baby Classes Dorset(4.3mi)

via Bloom Baby Classes DorsetLocal gem

Community

Poole Runners Upton Summer Series #5

Race Number 5 of the Upton Time Trials The Poole Runners Summer Series of six time trials at Upton Country Park are open to all standards. The routes are traffic-free...

Wed 29 JulPoole Athletic Club(4.3mi)

via Poole Athletic Club

Community

Poole 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 29 Jul11:00Poole Central Library(3.3mi)

via Poole Central Library

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Dorset, England

East Holton is in Dorset, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings East Holton events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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