What's on in Southover

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

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Tiny Adventurers

Tiny Adventurers is happening at Othona. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Mon 27 JulOthona(1.6mi)

via OthonaLocal gem

Likely freeChildren & FamilyDance

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(2.5mi)

via The Little Fire Station Soft PlayLocal gem

Community

Erin the Music Therapist

Erin brings joy, happiness and fun to Rainbow Ward through interactive music therapy sessions. Children, of all ages, are encouraged to sing-along to their favourite songs and learn to play new instruments.

Wed 29 JulLATCH(4.1mi)

via LATCHLocal gem

Community

Introduction to Wildflower, Grasses & Butterfly Identification

We found this gem on The Tithe Barn's website. Introduction to Wildflower, Grasses & Butterfly Identification — sounds like it could be a cracker, doesn't it?

Thu 30 Jul07:10The Tithe Barn(3.7mi)

via The Tithe BarnLocal gem

Community

Charity bingo evening

Event Title: Charity bingo evening

Fri 31 Jul01:01Salwayash Village Hall(4.9mi)

via Salwayash Village HallLocal gem

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(3.7mi)

via The Tithe BarnLocal gem

Community

Creativity on the Coast

Othona hasn't given us the full script, but Creativity on the Coast has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Sat 1 AugOthona(1.6mi)

via OthonaLocal gem

Community

Acer the Rainbow dog

Whether you need a place to stay, help with costs, or simply someone to listen, we’re here when you need us most.

Tue 4 AugLATCH(4.1mi)

via LATCHLocal gem

Community

Dave the Music Man

Dave is a regular on Rainbow ward and has a kind of magic that reaches most to lift spirits. He is full of beans and is a dab hand with a guitar,

Thu 6 AugLATCH(4.1mi)

via LATCHLocal gem

Community

Summer show

Event Details: Bridport panto players annual show

Fri 7 Aug09:00Salwayash Village Hall(4.9mi)

via Salwayash Village HallLocal gem

Community

Jurassic Jaunts

Jurassic Jaunts at Othona. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Sat 8 AugOthona(1.6mi)

via OthonaLocal gem

Community

Birthday party

Event Details: 13th birthday party

Sat 8 Aug01:01Salwayash Village Hall(4.9mi)

via Salwayash Village HallLocal gem

Live Music

Live Music from Twofold

Expect a rich, rhythmic sound from this dynamic duo, bringing you a fantastic setlist that spans Pop, Rock, and Soul classics. With their tight vocal harmonies and incredible live energy, they are the perfect soundtrack to a brilliant night out at Martin’s bar.

Fri 14 AugThe Little Fire Station Soft Play(2.5mi)

via The Little Fire Station Soft PlayLocal gem

Community

Together in the Music

Together in the Music at Othona. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Sat 15 AugOthona(1.6mi)

via OthonaLocal gem

Community

Dave the Music Man

Dave is a regular on Rainbow ward and has a kind of magic that reaches most to lift spirits. He is full of beans and is a dab hand with a guitar,

Tue 18 AugLATCH(4.1mi)

via LATCHLocal gem

Community

Tony Balloonman

Tony Balloon Man is a regular on Rainbow Ward and creates balloon models, crazy balloon hats, wild balloon wearables and sculptures for all ages.

Thu 20 AugLATCH(4.1mi)

via LATCHLocal gem

Children & Family

ASCape Family Picnic

ASCape Family Picnic — brought to you by Salwayash Village Hall and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Sat 22 AugSalwayash Village Hall(4.9mi)

via Salwayash Village HallLocal gem

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Venues with events near Southover

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

Othona1.6 miles away The Little Fire Station Soft Play2.5 miles away

More about Southover

Dorset, England

Southover sits quietly in Dorset where the pace is gentle and the locals know exactly when to pop out for a pint. It might not have a packed calendar of gigs right now, but that just gives you time to wander the streets without feeling rushed by a dozen competing events. The town has plenty of room for festivals to roll through and community groups to set up their own little gatherings in local halls. Near Here keeps an eye on those pop-up chances so you never miss the chance to catch something interesting while enjoying the Dorset sunshine.

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