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Pizza Wednesday at Martin’s Bar

Enjoy a tasty selection of Pizzas every Wednesday

Wed 22 JulThe Little Fire Station Soft Play(4.5mi)

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The Bookery: A Summer Celebration of Nature Writing

Festivals & EventsNature & Outdoors

Around £10

The Bookery: A Summer Celebration of Nature Writing

7.15pm–9pm This July, The Bookery comes to Symondsbury Estate for a special evening celebrating landscape, wildlife and the written word. Hosted in The Old Pottery, this summer edition brings together three acclaimed writers whose work explores our relationship with the natural world, offering an evening of readings, conversation and audience discussion. Meet the Authors Brian Jackman: Wild About Dorset Veteran travel writer, passionate conservationist, leading safari specialist and retired Sunday Times journalist, 91-year-old Brian will present a retrospective on his book, Wild About Dorset. A compendium of the monthly columns he wrote for his local community magazine, the book is a “love letter” to the wildlife and wild places in West Dorset’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where he has lived for fifty years; the only place in the British Isles, he says, that reminds him of the lost countryside of his youth. Brian’s latest book, Lion Song: A Portrait of Wild Africa, was published in March this year. Sarah Hudston: The Lady of Exmoor Dorset-based journalist, editor, activist and regular contributor to The Guardian‘s Country Diary, Sarah Hudston, describes herself as an eco-feminist writer, telling “stories that need to be told”. At the Bookery in July she will introduce her forthcoming book (published in November 2026) on the life and work of Hope Bourne, who lived for many years in a dilapidated off-grid caravan in a remote part of Exmoor.

Wed 22 Jul07:10The Tithe Barn(3.1mi)

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Alpaca Meet & Greet

Get to know the cutest members of the Highlands End family. You can ask our Team all about them, take photos and you’ll even get the opportunity to feed them! Guests from all parks and local visitors are welcome.

Thu 23 JulThe Little Fire Station Soft Play(4.5mi)

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Dark Bear Cocktails

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Lloyd Brown, the mastermind behind Bridport’s renowned Dark Bear, is taking over our Garden Bar for an exclusive 2026 summer residency.

Thu 23 JulThe Little Fire Station Soft Play(4.5mi)

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Experience Workshops

All Upcoming Workshops River of Life 2 Day Workshop 24 July 2026 25 July 2026 & Oxford More info Exploring the River of Life A 2-day family constellation workshop to restore the flow of life and love River of Life 2 Day Workshop 9 October 2026 10 October 2026 & Oxford More info Exploring the River of Life A 2-day family constellation workshop to restore the flow of life and love All Upcoming Workshops

Fri 24 JulNicola Moss(2.8mi)

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Live Music

Live music from Nina Garcia

Get ready for a foot-tapping evening with crowd-favourite, Nina. A talented solo vocalist and fiddle player, she delivers a unique performance packed with lively covers across all genres. Come down, grab a cold drink and see exactly why she is a firm favourite at Martin’s Bar.

Fri 24 JulThe Little Fire Station Soft Play(4.5mi)

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Success with Herbs Workshop at Little Groves

Workshops & Classes

Around £15

Success with Herbs Workshop at Little Groves

Visit Groves Nurseries and Garden Centre in Bridport, Dorset. Check the opening hours, promotions and product range.

Fri 24 JulGroves Nurseries and Garden Centre(4.6mi)

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Groves 160th Birthday Party

Gather with the Groves family, customers and friends for a relaxed summer evening in Ivy House Kitchen, featuring delicious food, live music and plenty of reasons to celebrate.

Sat 25 JulGroves Nurseries and Garden Centre(4.6mi)

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Around £4

Symondsbury Summer Fun

Looking for the perfect family day out this summer? Symondsbury Summer Fun is packed with outdoor adventures for little explorers. Pick up a £4 Summer Explorer Trail Booklet from the Visitor Centre and discover magnificent trees, spot wildlife and complete fun nature challenges as you explore the Estate. Keep your eyes peeled too – somewhere along the trail, a magical hidden bumble bee is waiting to be found, with an extra special prize for those who spot it.

Sat 25 Jul07:10The Tithe Barn(3.1mi)

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Around Free

Repair Café

Free event to repair items

Sun 26 Jul11:00Netherbury Village Hall(1.8mi)

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Family Disco at Martin’s Bar

Round off your day with a party the whole family can enjoy! We are turning up the volume in Martin’s Bar and Restaurant with a playlist packed full of crowd-pleasers. With a mix of current chart hits for the younger ones and legendary party classics for the adults, we guarantee to get everyone up on their feet. Grab a drink, hit the floor, and show us your best moves!

Wed 29 JulThe Little Fire Station Soft Play(4.5mi)

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Introduction to Wildflower, Grasses & Butterfly Identification

Another belter from The Tithe Barn. Introduction to Wildflower, Grasses & Butterfly Identification — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Thu 30 Jul07:10The Tithe Barn(3.1mi)

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Charity bingo evening

Event Title: Charity bingo evening

Fri 31 Jul01:01Salwayash Village Hall(1.5mi)

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Live Music

Around £10

Half Penny Pop Up

On Friday 31st July, from 4pm–8pm , we’re delighted to be welcoming back Half Penny to Symondsbury Estate for another evening of great food, drinks and live music, all set against the backdrop of the Dorset countryside. Following their success of their first pop out, where they sold out after two hours, we can’t wait to have them return.

Fri 31 Jul07:10The Tithe Barn(3.1mi)

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Village Café

Meet friends and neighbours for a chat

Mon 3 Aug11:00Netherbury Village Hall(1.8mi)

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Summer show

Event Details: Bridport panto players annual show

Fri 7 Aug09:00Salwayash Village Hall(1.5mi)

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Birthday party

Event Details: 13th birthday party

Sat 8 Aug01:01Salwayash Village Hall(1.5mi)

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Venues with events near South Bowood

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

Salwayash Village Hall1.5 miles away Netherbury Village Hall1.8 miles away Nicola Moss2.8 miles away

More about South Bowood

Dorset, England

South Bowood 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 South Bowood 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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