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What's on in Knighton, East

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What's on at the Castle

Something's afoot at The Heritage Centre and it goes by the name of What's on at the Castle. Their site has the particulars.

Sun 2 AugThe Heritage Centre(3.5mi)

via The Heritage CentreLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

Slippery When Wet Slalom 2026

The Slippery when Wet slalom is the third and last event at Shillingstone, so who is going to take the Shillingstone Trophy this year?

Sun 2 Aug10:00The Bovington & Challenger Stages(2mi)

via The Bovington & Challenger Stages

Community

TE Lawrence Walk 2026

This guided walk is expected to last approximately 3.5 hours with half an hour being spent inside Clouds Hill. We will visit Moreton Cemetery and St. Nicholas Church, Bovington Tank viewing area to see the tree planted by Tom Beaumont, pay our respects at the commemorative stone marking the location of the fatal accident before spending time at Clouds Hill. The walk is free but people will have to pay the appropriate entrance fee to visit Clouds Hill, this can be done on arrival at the house. National Trust members can visit for free.

Thu 6 Aug11:00Clouds Hill(3.4mi)

via Clouds Hill

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Driving at Bovington

This is a normal driving day included in your membership.

Sun 23 Aug11:30Under 17 Car Club(2.6mi)

via Under 17 Car Club

Community

Skills Test at Bovington

Skills test this weekend at Bovington. Skills test booking is now open for all Grade 2, 1’s and X’s. Please respond by 10am on Saturday via Facebook or by emailing me at – Thanks!

Sun 23 Aug11:30Under 17 Car Club(2.6mi)

via Under 17 Car Club

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Joiners Day at Lyneham

This is your ticket for your first day driving with the Car Club. You will need to reserve one ticket for each Member learning to drive on the day (Adults/Associates do not need a ticket). It’s an early start on your first day. We will email you with all the details.

Sun 30 Aug10:30Under 17 Car Club(2.6mi)

via Under 17 Car Club

Community

Skills Test Lyneham

Skills test this weekend at Lyneham. Skills test booking is now open for all Grade 2, 1’s and X’s. Please respond by 10am on Saturday via Facebook or by emailing me at – Thanks!

Sun 30 Aug11:00Under 17 Car Club(2.6mi)

via Under 17 Car Club

Community

Driving at Lyneham

This is a normal driving day, included with your membership. Driving begins after the 10:30am briefing. If you miss the briefing it is important that you speak to the Venue Controller before going on circuit. You will need to pre-register for this venue as it is an active MOD site. All adults will also need to bring ID, as the MOD could ask for this at any time. Note: There is often a Joiners Day at Lyneham. Remember to check the Blog and Newsletter on the week before the event for full details of what else is on.

Sun 30 Aug11:30Under 17 Car Club(2.6mi)

via Under 17 Car Club

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Motorway Driving at Lyneham

Motorway driving is open to any Grade 3, 2, 1 or X Member and is a mandatory requirement to achieve Grade 2. The day will also include distracted driving and brake and avoid events. Numbers are limited to 32, so please book a free ticket to secure a space.

Sun 30 Aug11:30Under 17 Car Club(2.6mi)

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Community

Hazard Perception at Lyneham

The completion of Hazard Perception is required to upgrade. Hazard perception will be available during the day. Please contact Gemma or Henrietta on the day to book a slot.

Sun 30 Aug11:30Under 17 Car Club(2.6mi)

via Under 17 Car Club

Arts & CultureLive Music

Exhibitions

Spring 2026 : Mixed Exhibition : by gallery artists & guest artists Spring 2026 | Mixed Exhibition | by gallery artists & guest artists SATURDAY 14th FEBRUARY 2026 – SUNDAY 12th JULY 2026 | OPEN 10AM – 4PM SAT & SUN, OR WEEKDAYS BY APPOINTMENT Our Spring 2026 exhibition is a mixed show from our artists. Dorset-based artist Imogen Bittner contributes excellent textile-based work, alongside atmospheric coastscapes Read More » Concerts Fri 4 & Sat 5 Sep 2026 : jazz duo Philip Clouts (piano) and Ron Phelan (Double bass) Pianist Philip Clouts and double bassist Ron Phelan will present a programme including music by Django Reinhardt, George Gershwin, Duke Ellington and Thelonious Monk, as well as original compositions of melodic jazz with flavours of African and Latin American music. Pianist Philip Clouts was born in Cape Town, South Africa, and brought up in London. Read More »

Fri 4 Sept11:00Tincleton Village Hall(4.8mi)

via Tincleton Village HallLocal gem

Community

Concerts Diary

Tincleton Gallery – 2026 – Concert diary

Sat 5 SeptTincleton Village Hall(4.8mi)

via Tincleton Village HallLocal gem

Live Music

Around £20

Fri 4 & Sat

Pianist Philip Clouts and double bassist Ron Phelan will present a programme including music by Django Reinhardt, George Gershwin, Duke Ellington and Thelonious Monk, as well as original compositions of melodic jazz with flavours of African and Latin American music.

Sat 5 SeptTincleton Village Hall(4.8mi)

via Tincleton Village HallLocal gem

Live Music

Around £20

Fri 4 &

Sat 5 SeptTincleton Village Hall(4.8mi)

via Tincleton Village HallLocal gem

Community

Skills Test South Cerney

Skills test this weekend at South Cerney. Skills test booking is now open for all Grade 2, 1’s and X’s. Please respond by 10am on Saturday via Facebook or by emailing me at – Thanks!

Sun 6 Sept11:00Under 17 Car Club(2.6mi)

via Under 17 Car Club

Community

Driving at South Cerney

This is a normal driving day included in your membership. Morning Briefing 10.30 There is no catering at South Cerney so bring a lunch.

Sun 6 Sept11:30Under 17 Car Club(2.6mi)

via Under 17 Car Club

Community

Hazard Perception at South Cerney

The completion of Hazard Perception is required to upgrade. Hazard perception will be available during the day. Please contact Gemma or Henrietta on the day to book a slot.

Sun 6 Sept15:30Under 17 Car Club(2.6mi)

via Under 17 Car Club

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Venues with events near Knighton, East

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

Under 17 Car Club2.6 miles away The Bovington & Challenger Stages2.0 miles away

More about Knighton, East

Dorset, England

Knighton sits comfortably in Dorset with a quiet charm that doesn't need to shout to get attention. The village hall often hosts plays and film nights while local groups meet up for talks or tea. It is a proper place to settle in without needing to travel far for entertainment. You can find live music at the community centre or catch a drama performance down at the church hall. There are usually craft stalls set up near the market square if you fancy browsing on a Saturday morning. Near Here keeps track of what is going on so you do not have to wander round asking everyone you know.

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