What's on in Whitefield

Dorset, England

Whitefield sits quietly in Dorset and punches well above its weight for things to do on a weeknight. The town hall has been putting on gigs for years, there's usually a craft fair within walking distance, and the local library runs sessions that toddlers go absolutely feral for. Not bad for a Tuesday. Pub quizzes pop up through the week and the odd open mic night keeps things interesting. Near Here pulls it all into one place so you're not stuck checking a dozen websites on a Sunday evening.

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Notices & Worship Sheets

Notices & Worship Sheets? At Broadstone Methodist Church? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Sun 12 AprBroadstone Methodist Church(6.3mi)

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Bill Crumbleholme - Specialist Potter and Ancient Wessex Living Historian

Bill Crumbleholme - Specialist Potter and Ancient Wessex Living Historian. Ancient Technology Centre Cranborne. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Sun 12 AprAncient Technology Centre Cranborne(7.4mi)

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Ciaran MacCuddithe

We've tracked down Ciaran MacCuddithe at Ancient Technology Centre Cranborne. For the rest of the intel, you'll want their website.

Sun 12 AprAncient Technology Centre Cranborne(7.4mi)

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Red Squirrel Ancestral Crafts Luke Kael Atterton

Ancient Technology Centre Cranborne is putting on Red Squirrel Ancestral Crafts Luke Kael Atterton and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Sun 12 AprAncient Technology Centre Cranborne(7.4mi)

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Sports & Fitness

Old Surrey, Burstow & West Kent

Spotted Old Surrey, Burstow & West Kent on Point to Point Pony Racing's listings. We do the finding, they do the hosting. Team effort, really.

Sun 12 AprPoint to Point Pony Racing(7.5mi)

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Overton

Another belter from Point to Point Pony Racing. Overton — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Sun 12 AprPoint to Point Pony Racing(7.5mi)

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Communion

The post Communion appeared first on Winterborne Valley and Milton Abbas Benefice.

Sun 12 AprSt. Andrew's Church(7.9mi)

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Prayer Book Communion

The post Prayer Book Communion appeared first on Winterborne Valley and Milton Abbas Benefice.

Sun 12 AprSt. Andrew's Church(7.9mi)

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Scones & Sparkles on the Maunsells

A Delightful Journey Through the Isle of Purbeck Step aboard our beautifully restored 1930s Maunsell heritage carriages, featuring comfortable upholstered seats and gleaming varnished wood panelling, for a truly indulgent experience — Scones & Sparkles through the picturesque Isle of Purbeck. Relax and admire the rolling countryside views from your historic carriage as your steam train travels from Swanage to Corfe Castle and onwards to Norden. Your freshly baked scones, clotted cream, jam, butter, fresh strawberries and Prosecco are beautifully presented in a sharing Swanage Railway hamper basket and served at your table by our attentive and friendly team. As the train passes through the village of Corfe Castle, enjoy breathtaking views of the ancient castle ruins, standing proudly after more than six centuries of history. On your return journey to Swanage, sit back and savour five and a half miles of unspoiled Purbeck countryside — a perfect setting for an unforgettable afternoon. This is a Scones & Sparkles experience with a difference — a memory to treasure and savour. £45 per person – this price includes a return ticket Approximate duration: 1 hour.

Sun 12 AprCorfe Castle Steam Railway(10.3mi)

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Model Railway Weekend

The Swanage Railway is hosting its first Model Railway Weekend between Saturday the 11th and Sunday the 12th of April. We are thrilled to be able to combine our full size railway with their smaller counterparts and we are sure you will be too! Our Model Railway Weekend will include a range of different scales and gauges to see over the two day event, with different layouts and displays along the railway. Layouts will be on display at Swanage Station, Harmans Cross Station and Village Hall, Corfe Castle Station and Norden Station. We are also happy to confirm that there will be a range of traders to see at Swanage and Corfe Castle Stations as well as Harmans Cross Village Hall. We will also be offering the chance to drive one of our Class 08 Diesel Shunters from Platform One at Swanage Station during a short Driver Experience, where you will get to drive from the Station to our sidings and back again with one of our friendly and experienced drivers! You can also try your hand at driving a miniature Hymek Class Diesel at the Purbeck Mining Museum on the portable miniature railway thanks to the are now open for these experiences and they can be booked using the links which are further down this page. Combined entry and travel tickets will be available on the day from our ticket offices and are also now available from our website.

Sun 12 AprCorfe Castle Steam Railway(10.3mi)

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Footplate Ride

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to ride on the footplate (cab) of a steam locomotive? This is the perfect experience and includes all day standard travel for the ticket holder. Your footplate ride will cover 10 miles from Swanage to Norden and return and will last approximately 60 minutes. You will watch our crew operate the locomotive on one of our scheduled passenger services. Experience the thrill of the sights, sounds, smell and heat of a steam engine footplate with our expert and highly experienced engine crews answering questions whilst pointing out various points of interest during your journey. £125.00 per person. This experience also includes all day travel along the Swanage Railway. THE PARTICIPANT MUST: Be aged over 18 years. Be physically and mentally fit enough to climb on and off the locomotive from ground level unaided. Wear overalls or old cotton clothing that fully covers your arms and legs. Wear sturdy shoes / boots that protect your feet - trainers are definitely not permitted. Must not consume alcohol in the 12 hour period leading up to the ride / course or during the Footplate Experience. Locomotives will be used from the current fleet available and cannot be specified in advance.

Sun 12 AprCorfe Castle Steam Railway(10.3mi)

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Dawn Chorus Guided Walk + Breakfast at RSB Arne

Event starting on 12 April 2026 at 05:00

Sun 12 Apr05:00Pitch and Putt(12.1mi)

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Traditional Service

Right then — Traditional Service at Blandford Forum Parish Church. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Sun 12 Apr08:00Blandford Forum Parish Church(7.3mi)

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Religion & Spirituality

Communion at Blandford St Mary's Church April 12th

Communion at Blandford St Mary's Church April 12th — brought to you by St Mary the Virgin and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Sun 12 Apr09:30St Mary the Virgin(5.8mi)

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Regular Clubs & Classes

Tappy Toes Classes at The Reef Community Centre Tots Toes - Tuesday - 9.30 to 10am Tip Toes - Tuesday - 10.15 to 10.45am Tots Toes - Sunday - 9.30 to 10am Tip Toes - Sunday - 10.15 to 10.45am

Sun 12 Apr09:30Reef Youth and Community Centre(8.5mi)

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Contemporary Service

Contemporary Service. Blandford Forum Parish Church. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Sun 12 Apr10:00Blandford Forum Parish Church(7.3mi)

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Blandford Heritage Walk

Discover some of the history of our unique Georgian town with town guides from the Blandford Civic Society. Heritage walks tell the story of the town up to the Georgian rebuilding of the town centre. Meet at the flood wall in the Marsh & Ham car park behind Morrisons. The Walk starts at 11 am and lasts approximately two hours. There is no charge, but donations are welcome! There’s no need to book, but for more details contact Nicci Brown (details below). For more information about the activities of the Civic Society, please visit their Group page.

Sun 12 Apr11:00Blandford Town Museum(7.3mi)

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2026-04-12 18:30 - Baptism Service

Time: Sunday, 12 April 2026 at 18:30Details: Matt Lee is leading the service and Steven Lee is preaching

Sun 12 Apr18:30St Johns Church Wimborne(7.7mi)

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