What's on in Manswood

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Sports & Fitness

Pilates

Welcoming & Supportive Pilates Class Delivered at a beginner/intermediate level.

Wed 22 JulTarrant Keyneston Village Hall(4.7mi)

via Tarrant Keyneston Village HallLocal gem

CommunityFood & Drink

Mix & Mingle Coffee Morning

Get Together, Catch Up & Enjoy Good Company. A Friendly Coffee Morning Welcoming Villagers To Get To Know Others In The Community. Phone: Pam Eaton

Thu 23 JulTarrant Keyneston Village Hall(4.7mi)

via Tarrant Keyneston Village HallLocal gem

Theatre

Around £8

Musical Storybox Classes at The Reef Community Centre

Musical Storybox Classes at The Reef Community Centre - Thursdays Mixed Class (0-4 years old) 10am – 10.45am Babies (0-1 years old) 11am – 11.45am Classes £8 or block booking available Sibling discounts available

Thu 23 Jul11:00Reef Youth and Community Centre(4.6mi)

via Reef Youth and Community CentreLocal gem

Live Music

Around £25.30

Bon Giovi

Online Ticket £25.30 (includes £2.30 online booking fee) Box Office Ticket £23 Bookings over £20 made through the Box Office will incur a £1 booking fee per transaction (not per ticket) Please note: all sales are final – there are no refunds or exchanges BON GIOVI are the World’s Premier look-alike and sound alike Tribute to the New Jersey rockers Bon Jovi. Formed in August of 1999, with over eighteen years UK and International touring experience as a band and nearly three times that combined from individual members, this act is without compromise one of the best tribute acts on the circuit today. Fronted by new Jon Bon Jovi impersonator Lee Tomkins, the band have not only toured lengthily around the UK, for clients such as Harley Davidson, Vodafone, Chicago Rock Cafes, Yates, Walkabouts, The British Motorcycle Federation and Jack Daniels, but have also performed internationally in and around the Middle East, Russia, Slovenia, Austria, Cyprus, Turkey, Greece, Romania, Holland, Germany, Belgium, Spain, France and Ireland to name but a few. Bon Giovi were also the only UK tribute act to be asked to make a guest appearance on the New Jersey tribute album “Garden State of Mind Vol. 1”, A celebration of Bon Jovi musical career to date.

Fri 24 JulThe Tivoli Theatre(4.6mi)

via The Tivoli TheatreCurated

Children & Family

Tractor Family Fun Day At Drusilla's Inn

I used to have a stall at this event many, many years ago, but then the pub was sold. The current owners are now resurrecting this event, and 2026 will be their first one. If you are able to come along, please do. Plenty going on for both kids and parents, bands playing etc.

Sat 25 Jul13:00Drusilla's Inn(2.6mi)

via Drusilla's Inn

Likely freeCommunity

Argentine Tango Afternoon with Leo and Tracey

Tango Event Overview Escape to the countryside for an enchanting afternoon of passion, music, and dance. Join Leo and Tracy from Tango Fandango for a special Argentine Tango Afternoon at Gaunts House Retreat near Wimborne, Dorset, on Sunday, July 26th, from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Whether you are looking to refine your technique or simply want to lose yourself in the social dance, this event offers the perfect summer escape. Hosted inside a historic, idyllic country house from another age, you will dance surrounded by expansive estate grounds and timeless English charm. Places are strictly limited and must be reserved in advance you can book via their website The Tango Programme Our afternoon is structured to give you the perfect balance of expert instruction and relaxed social dancing: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Tango Class in the Ballroom: Step onto the floor for an immersive Argentine Tango class held inside the grand Gaunts House ballroom. 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Social Dancing & Refreshments: After the class, the floor opens for social dancing. Enjoy the vintage atmosphere, connect with fellow dancers, and enjoy complimentary tea, coffee, and a delicious selection of homemade cakes. Gaunts House is a renowned retreat venue nestled in the heart of rural Dorset, just a short drive from the historic market town of Wimborne Minster.

Sun 26 Jul15:00Gaunts Estate(2.7mi)

via Gaunts Estate

Community

Pop Up BYOB Pub

FREE OF CHARGE Bring your own bottle(s) FAMILIES MORE THAN WELCOME, THE MORE THE MERRIER! A friendly social evening to meet neighbours, drink, chat, listen to music and play games in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere with the great views the hall offers. 7pm-10pm Free tea and coffee available.

Fri 31 Jul19:00Horton and Chalbury Village Hall(2.2mi)

via Horton and Chalbury Village Hall

Live Music

Live Music: Dan Baker

An evening of acoustic favourites with great food and drinks

Fri 31 Jul20:00The Drovers Inn(1.6mi)

via The Drovers InnCurated

Community

Village Hall Cream Teas

Your booking helps your community

Sun 2 Aug14:30Horton and Chalbury Village Hall(2.2mi)

via Horton and Chalbury Village Hall

Community

Around £41.60

Cranborne Garden Party by Seventeen28

Join us on Saturday 8th August for a relaxed summer garden party in the beautiful grounds of Cranborne Lodge, celebrating...

Sat 8 AugCranborne Lodge(4.8mi)

via Cranborne LodgeLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Around £150

Advanced Crystal Healing Workshop

Advanced Crystal Healing Workshop Saturday 8th August 2026 10.30am to 4.30pm To complete this course, you will need to have also completed my Beginners Crystal Healing Workshop During this Advanced Crystal Healing Workshop I will be teaching some of the many ways I have worked with crystals for healing over the years

Sat 8 Aug11:30Lorraine Tricksey - Medium, Healer & Spiritual Teacher(4mi)

via Lorraine Tricksey - Medium, Healer & Spiritual TeacherLocal gem

Live Music

Live Music: Alex Crossley

Live music performance by Alex Crossley

Sat 22 AugThe Drovers Inn(1.6mi)

via The Drovers InnCurated

Community

Village Hall Cream Teas

Your booking helps your community

Sun 6 Sept14:30Horton and Chalbury Village Hall(2.2mi)

via Horton and Chalbury Village Hall

Community

Pop Up BYOB Pub

Fri 18 Sept19:00Horton and Chalbury Village Hall(2.2mi)

via Horton and Chalbury Village Hall

Aura Reading Workshop - See, Sense And Understand

Workshops & Classes

Around £125

Aura Reading Workshop - See, Sense And Understand

Discover the fascinating world of auras with Lorraine Tricksey. Learn aura reading techniques of how to see, sense and understand them plus energy awareness and intuitive development.

Sat 3 Oct11:30Lorraine Tricksey - Medium, Healer & Spiritual Teacher(4mi)

via Lorraine Tricksey - Medium, Healer & Spiritual TeacherLocal gem

Community

Village Hall Cream Teas

Your booking helps your community

Sun 4 Oct14:30Horton and Chalbury Village Hall(2.2mi)

via Horton and Chalbury Village Hall

Community

Pop Up BYOB Pub

Fri 23 Oct19:00Horton and Chalbury Village Hall(2.2mi)

via Horton and Chalbury Village Hall

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Venues with events near Manswood

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

Horton and Chalbury Village Hall2.2 miles away The Drovers Inn1.6 miles away Drusilla's Inn2.6 miles away

More about Manswood

Dorset, England

Manswood 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 Manswood 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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