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What's on in Lenthay Common

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

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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(1.1mi)

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(1.9mi)

via Mill Farm MusicLocal gem

Community

Fairy Trail

Fairy Trail Saturday 25th July - Sunday 30th August

Sat 25 JulSherborne Castle and Gardens(2mi)

via Sherborne Castle and GardensLocal gem

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Fairy Door Trail

Hidden among the trees of Sherborne Castle and Gardens, the fairy door trail feels like stepping into a storybook. Tiny doors nestled in roots, walls, and tree trunks invite curious visitors to imagine secret lives within. Each door is uniquely decorated, sparking wonder in children and adults alike. The trail winds gently through the peaceful gardens, with birdsongs and rustling leaves adding to the magic. It encourages slow exploration, playful discovery, and moments of quiet enchantment, making it a charming highlight of any visit to the gardens. Perfect for families, it blends nature, creativity, and imagination beautifully together.

Sat 25 JulSherborne Castle and Gardens(2mi)

via Sherborne Castle and GardensLocal 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(1.9mi)

via Mill Farm MusicLocal gem

Community

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(1.9mi)

via Mill Farm MusicLocal gem

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Sherborne Castle Classic and Supercars

The 21st Annual Charity Classic & Supercars Show returns to the magnificent grounds of Sherborne Castle, featuring an exciting Marque Feature celebrating Alfa Romeo with a historic line‑up of race and road cars. Visitors can enjoy more than 2,000 Classic, Supercars, Veteran, Race, Rally, American, Custom, Hot Rod and Special vehicles, alongside 50+ car clubs across the showground.

Sun 26 JulSherborne Castle and Gardens(2mi)

via Sherborne Castle and GardensLocal gem

Community

Around £20

Great British Summer Savings

Loading... Great British Summer Savings 25th June - 1st September Fairy Door Trail Saturday 25th July - Sunday 30th August Sherborne Castle Classic and Supercars Sunday 26th July 2026 Autumn Colours Weekend Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th October 2026 Children’s Autumn Pumpkin Trail Saturday 24th October - Sunday 1st November 2026

Sun 26 JulSherborne Castle and Gardens(2mi)

via Sherborne Castle and GardensLocal 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(0.7mi)

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(1.9mi)

via Mill Farm MusicLocal gem

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Model Trains, Cars, Dolls & Toys Valuation Day

Right then — Model Trains, Cars, Dolls & Toys Valuation Day at Charterhouse Auctioneers and Valuers. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Mon 27 JulCharterhouse Auctioneers and Valuers(1.5mi)

via Charterhouse Auctioneers and ValuersLocal gem

Community

An Auction of Lifetime Collection of Air Rifles, Air Pistols, Edged Weapons & Militaria

Spotted An Auction of Lifetime Collection of Air Rifles, Air Pistols, Edged Weapons & Militaria on Charterhouse Auctioneers and Valuers's listings. We do the finding, they do the hosting. Team effort, really.

Mon 27 JulCharterhouse Auctioneers and Valuers(1.5mi)

via Charterhouse Auctioneers and ValuersLocal gem

Community

Yu-Gi-Oh

July 27, 2026 - 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Mon 27 Jul19:00Atomic Comics & Games(3.8mi)

via Atomic Comics & Games

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Painting Nature with Watercolours (beginners welcome!)

Right then — Painting Nature with Watercolours (beginners welcome!) at No.7 by The Country Crib. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Tue 28 JulNo.7 by The Country Crib(1.5mi)

via No.7 by The Country CribLocal gem

Community

Club 5 mile

Yeovil Cycling Club — riding the roads of Somerset and Dorset since 1928. Club rides, events, news and membership information.

Tue 28 JulYeovil Cycling Club(4.3mi)

via Yeovil Cycling ClubLocal gem

Community

Painting Nature with Watercolours (beginners welcome!)

No.7 by The Country Crib is being delightfully mysterious about Painting Nature with Watercolours (beginners welcome!). Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Tue 28 Jul11:00No.7 by The Country Crib(1.5mi)

via No.7 by The Country CribLocal gem

Arts & Culture

Painting Nature with Watercolour

Join Camilla Clutterbuck for this Painting Nature with Watercolours workshop. A wonderful gift for any lover of nature & flowers. At No.7 by The Country Crib.

Tue 28 Jul11:00No.7 by The Country Crib(1.5mi)

via No.7 by The Country CribLocal gem

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Venues with events near Lenthay Common

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

Mill Farm Music1.9 miles away Sherborne Castle and Gardens2.0 miles away No.7 by The Country Crib1.5 miles away

More about Lenthay Common

Dorset, England

Lenthay Common 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 Lenthay Common 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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