Illustrated scene of Leigh (Dorset), Dorset

What's on in Leigh (Dorset)

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Leigh (Dorset).

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Little Van Rouge

Little Van Rouge will be serving from 5:00pm at Parachute Tap Room.

Thu 23 Jul18:00Parachute Tap Room & Bar(4.7mi)

via Parachute Tap Room & Bar

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Jon Gardiner - Magician

We are excited to introduce Jon, aka Jonga Magic, to Parachute. 7pm.

Thu 23 Jul20:00Parachute Tap Room & Bar(4.7mi)

via Parachute Tap Room & Bar

Live Music

Cowsville Hummingbirds

The Cowsville Hummingbirds perform live from 7:00pm. Americana Blues performers from the Dorset/Somerset border, the Cowsville Hummingbirds have absolutely nailed the beautiful mix of guitar, banjo and fiddle, with haunting acapela vocals. A soulful duo, weaving Americana Blues vibes with lush female harmonies which will break your heart and sooth your soul. Featuring Sam’s spellbinding fiddle and Debs’ warm guitar tones, these accomplished musicians, each with rich histories in other bands, come together only very occasionally, making each performance something truly special. This is a night of music you won’t want to miss!

Fri 24 Jul20:00Parachute Tap Room & Bar(4.7mi)

via Parachute Tap Room & Bar

Live Music

Around £2

25 July

A festival with live music, dancing, and family fun, featuring performances from various artists and activities for all ages.

Sat 25 JulMill Farm Music(4mi)

via Mill Farm MusicLocal gem

Live Music

Around £2

Mill Farm Party 2026

A festival with live music, dancing, and family fun, featuring performances from various artists and activities for all ages.

Sat 25 Jul12:30Mill Farm Music(4mi)

via Mill Farm MusicLocal gem

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26 July

We keep tabs on Mill Farm Music so you don't have to. 26 July caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Sun 26 JulMill Farm Music(4mi)

via Mill Farm MusicLocal gem

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ReBorne @ Milborne Port

Owing to the unavailability of the Digby Hall in Sherborne. ReBorne will meet at our Milborne Port Building. Refreshments as normal from 10am and after the service. We look forward to welcoming you.

Sun 26 Jul09:45Sherborne Community Church(4.7mi)

via Sherborne Community Church

Children & FamilyFestivals & EventsLive Music

Around £2

Mill Farm Folk Festival 2026

A midsummer folk music festival in the Dorset countryside featuring a variety of bands alongside family activities like face painting and arts and crafts.

Sun 26 Jul11:30Mill Farm Music(4mi)

via Mill Farm MusicLocal gem

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Sarah Thai

Sarah Thai will be serving from 5:00pm at Parachute Tap Room.

Fri 31 Jul18:00Parachute Tap Room & Bar(4.7mi)

via Parachute Tap Room & Bar

Live Music

Charlie Greenwood

Charlie Greenwood performs live from 7:00pm. A professional vocalist providing top tier entertainment for venues, events and weddings across the Southwest, Charlie offers a range of styles, genres and themes, specialising in a bespoke approach tailored carefully to the venue or occasion. Charlie’s wide ranging versatility, from jazz, soul and pop through to blues, folk, rock and country, allows for a full spectrum of performance options, from elegant and timeless, to loungey and relaxed, to upbeat party. Charlie’s voice has been described as liquid gold, next level, stunning, world class brilliant, and like the sound of Galaxy chocolate.

Fri 31 Jul20:00Parachute Tap Room & Bar(4.7mi)

via Parachute Tap Room & Bar

Open Studio Sessions with Fernando Velazquez

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Around £30

Open Studio Sessions with Fernando Velazquez

Please note: this workshop is independently organised and run by an independent. Studio Sherborne is providing the space only and is not responsible for the content or delivery of the session.

Thu 6 AugStudio Sherborne(4.7mi)

via Studio SherborneLocal gem

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Open Studio Sessions with Fernando Velazquez — Studio Sherborne

We found this gem on Studio Sherborne's website. Open Studio Sessions with Fernando Velazquez — Studio Sherborne — sounds like it could be a cracker, doesn't it?

Thu 6 Aug18:30Studio Sherborne(4.7mi)

via Studio SherborneLocal gem

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Sarah Thai

Authentic Thai cuisine cooked freshly to order by the lovely Ratree and served by the equally lovely Simon. If you want to savour real Thai cuisine, this is the place to come!

Fri 7 Aug18:00Parachute Tap Room & Bar(4.7mi)

via Parachute Tap Room & Bar

Live Music

Peter Burns

Peter Burns performs live from 7:00pm. Melodic songs, finger-style guitar, percussion and live looping. One man, big sound, no backing tracks! Peter is a singer songwriter from Belfast, playing in bands, songwriting and recording for thirty years. He plays a mix of new and familiar music, blending original songs with reworking of popular songs and forgotten music in a unique finger picking style. Utilising a loop pedal and percussion, he produces a fuller sound than you’d expect from a solo performer. A multi-instrumentalist, he has recorded seventeen albums and dozens of singles of his own material, with various bands and as a solo artist.

Fri 7 Aug20:00Parachute Tap Room & Bar(4.7mi)

via Parachute Tap Room & Bar

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