What's on in Loaders Hill

Dorset, England

Loaders Hill sits quietly in Dorset with a charm that makes you want to put your boots down and stay for tea. We know there are plenty of local groups putting on plays or hosting quiz nights without needing to travel far. You won't find crowds pushing and shoving here, just friendly faces gathering for a bit of fun. Near Here keeps track of what's going on so you can drop by before the rain starts again.

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Children’s Autumn Pumpkin Trail

Children’s Autumn Pumpkin Trail Saturday 24th October - Sunday 1st November 2026

Sun 1 NovSherborne Castle and Gardens(4.9mi)

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Christmas Fair

New and nearly new Christmas Gifts, Bulbs, Produce & Christmas Cards for sale. Come and enjoy a cup of tea and mince pie in the village hall which are included in the entrance fee of £1.

Sun 29 Nov15:00Glanvilles Wootton Village Hall(0.7mi)

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Free! (worth double-checking)

Sports & Fitness

Juggernaut Half

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Sun 12 AprSherborne Sports Centre(5.3mi)

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Free! (worth double-checking)

Sports & Fitness

Events on April 12, 2026

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Sun 12 AprSherborne Sports Centre(5.3mi)

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Community

Gelli plate printing workshop with Creative Hug

Join me, Sharon, for a fun afternoon learning the art of gelli plate printing, on Sunday, 12th April, 1-4pm. In this workshop you’ll be using various leaves, grasses or flowers, along with magazines for transfer prints, as I guide you through the step-by-step process of creating beautiful unique prints using a gel plate and acrylic paints. With stunning views over Christchurch Harbour, you’ll be in pleasant surroundings, in a relaxed atmosphere and creating lots of beautiful prints to take home and frame or use in other projects. It’s highly addictive and I’ll give you lots of inspiration so you can experiment with different processes to create beautiful monotype prints. Creative Hug offers lots of creative courses in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere and craft kits are available to buy, so you can try another creative hobby at home or buy as a gift. • Beautiful river setting with balcony • Tea, coffee and biscuits provided • All materials included • Lots of colours to choose from

Sun 12 Apr13:00St Basil(8.8mi)

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Community

Take 5

Take 5. Yeovil Baptist Church. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Mon 13 Apr09:30Yeovil Baptist Church(8.2mi)

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Warm Spaces

On Tuesdays every week through the Winter months we want to open our church to allow people to gather together, enjoy each others company and even work from home in a setting with a coffee or two. We are open from 9:30 am through to 2 pm serving drinks and refreshment as well as having games, chats and good company. We will have an area if you want to work from a building; with Free access to WiFi on site. We also serve a lunch option so why not come and join us we would love to get to know you.

Tue 14 Apr09:30Yeovil Baptist Church(8.2mi)

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Introduction to Walking Tennis

Sherborne Tennis Club free taster session

Tue 14 Apr11:00St Basil(8.8mi)

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Walking Tennis - Tennis at your pace

Open to all ages incl. complete beginners.Members: free. Non members: free taster sessions until the end of May.Tuesdays 11.00 – 12.30 (from April 14th 2026).Sherborne Tennis Club, The Terrace Playing Fields, Sherborne, DT9 5NSTel: Tessa: or Sara: 07736 714536Email: ://sherbornetennis.com

Tue 14 Apr11:00St Basil(8.8mi)

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CommunityHistory & Heritage

St John's Bellringing Practice

St John's Bellringing Practice at St John the Evangelist. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Wed 15 AprSt John the Evangelist(6.2mi)

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Community

Talk: "Finding the Secret Garden"

A talk by and about Carey’s Secret Garden, near Wareham.

Wed 15 Apr19:30St Basil(8.8mi)

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Jacob's Well Café

Coffee Mornings Every Thursday 10am-12noon Yeovil Baptist Church (entrance opposite the Library) Yeovil Baptist Church holds a coffee morning every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Home made cakes, lots of friendship and an opportunity to chat. The coffee morning is not for profit so we only ask for donations. We would love to see you – pop in and say hello

Thu 16 Apr10:00Yeovil Baptist Church(8.2mi)

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Craft Group

Every Thursday; unless advised otherwise, we meet as a group to be creative and chat. Anyone can come (and go) as time suits. We would love to meet you and see your creations. Our Craft Group is run by Anne Plympton who is a Craft Specialist and many of the designs in the church are Anne’s creations. Craft Group is a time where we meet weekly, make many new friends and help one another out with advice and guidance about making things. Its also a time when we can just socialise, getting to know one another over a biscuits, cake or a cup of tea (coffee if you prefer). We normally break during the summer school holiday period ALL ARE WELCOME!!

Thu 16 Apr12:00Yeovil Baptist Church(8.2mi)

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Dorset Blind Spring Fashion Exchange

Join Dorset Blind for an evening of sustainable style and community spirit at our Blandford Charity Shop. Bring an outfit to swap and browse a curated selection of preloved clothes, shoes, handbags and accessories. £5.00 entry includes an outfit swap and refreshments.

Thu 16 Apr18:00St Basil(8.8mi)

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Choir Practice

St John the Evangelist is putting on Choir Practice and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Fri 17 AprSt John the Evangelist(6.2mi)

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Live Music

Jazz - Rebecca Chambers' New Tricks

Screenshot An evening of laid-back jazz, sultry melodies and upbeat rhythms with Rebecca Chambers’ New Tricks Jazz Trio, hosted by the Friends of St. Michael’s Church, Beer Hackett. Tickets available now from our website.

Fri 17 Apr19:00St Basil(8.8mi)

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Food & DrinkCommunity

Blackford Breakfast

Found this on St John the Evangelist's radar. Blackford Breakfast — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Sat 18 AprSt John the Evangelist(6.2mi)

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Classical Guitar Concert with renowned John Mills in Thornford (18 April 2026)

Dear team, Hope you are well. I would like to submit the following event for inclusion in your listings and/or editorial consideration. Serenata Guitar Trio with Dr Fernando Aguera An afternoon of classical guitar at Thornford Village Hall on Saturday 18 April 2026, 3pm. Featuring internationally renowned guitarist John Mills and guest artist Dr Fernando Aguera, the programme includes music from the Baroque era, Spain, South America and film.Tickets £15 (£5 under 15s).Email: | Tel: 01373 865039A full press release is below and image will be sent via email. Please let me know if you require any further information.Many thanks for your time and consideration.With best wishes,Dr Fernando Aguera PRESS RELEASE For immediate release Internationally Renowned Guitarists Perform in Thornford An afternoon of exceptional classical guitar music will take place at Thornford Village Hall on Saturday 18 April 2026 at 3:00pm, featuring the Serenata Guitar Trio joined by guest artist Dr Fernando Aguera. The programme will include music from the Baroque era alongside Spanish and South American repertoire, as well as music from film, showcasing the rich colours and versatility of the classical guitar. The Serenata Guitar Trio features Richard Mills, Cobie Smit, and John Mills, the latter widely regarded as a living legend of the classical guitar.

Sat 18 Apr03:00St Basil(8.8mi)

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