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Local Events & Markets
Whether you want to sample some fantastically famous local produce or discover something brand new made in Dorset, our wonderful food and drink businesses participate in events and markets throughout the year. Use this page to find the next opportunity or a wonderful local market to mooch around – always time well spent!
march
30mar10:00 am4:00 pmAbbotsbury Food Fair in association with Dorset Food & Drink
Event Details
In association with Dorset Food & Drink come along to the Abbotsbury Food Fair 2024. Ticket includes entry to the Subtropical Gardens. With around 30 stalls of
Event Details
In association with Dorset Food & Drink come along to the Abbotsbury Food Fair 2024. Ticket includes entry to the Subtropical Gardens. With around 30 stalls of makers and producers, food, drink and crafts from across Dorset. A fantastic fun day out in the beautiful setting of the Gardens. The perfect way to kick off to the Dorset events season!
Eat local, support local, and shop local!
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
april
No Events
may
Event Details
A family focused weekend of fun at Abbotsbury Swannery, nestled on the World Heritage Site Jurassic Coast. Includes food, drink and artisan craft
Event Details
A family focused weekend of fun at Abbotsbury Swannery, nestled on the World Heritage Site Jurassic Coast.
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Includes food, drink and artisan craft stalls provided by Dorset Food & Drink.
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Swannery Rangers Art and Craft Stalls (prints, greeting cards & photography)
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Static Engine Display
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Swan Maze
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Pedal Go-Karts
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Nature and Eco activities
Time
25 (Saturday) 10:00 am - 26 (Sunday) 4:00 pm
Location
Abbotsbury Swannery
Abbotsbury Swannery New Barn Rd, Abbotsbury DT3 4IG
june
No Events
july
No Events
august
03aug10:00 am3:00 pmDorset Food & Arts Festival Market 2024
Event Details
The Dorset Food and Arts Festival is back on the menu, and ready to champion the best of Dorset and showcase a great line
Event Details
It’s the perfect opportunity to shop for a wide selection of delicious products and artisan crafts.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
The Great Field
1 Peverell Ave E, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3RH
september
No Events
october
No Events
november
09nov(nov 9)10:00 am10(nov 10)3:00 pmDorset Food & Drink Winter Fair at Athelhampton
Event Details
Feast mode activated! The Dorset Food & Drink Winter Fair is back at Athelhampton House for 2024! We’re making our lists and checking them twice to make sure we’ve got all
Event Details
Feast mode activated!
The Dorset Food & Drink Winter Fair is back at Athelhampton House for 2024!
We’re making our lists and checking them twice to make sure we’ve got all the ingredients for a cracking line up of Dorset food, drink, artists, and makers, to bring you a weekend of festive shopping and gift inspirations.
Come rain or shine, we’ll be pleased to welcome you. Plenty of parking and most of the stalls are under cover in the event marquee.
Join us on:
Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th November from 10am – 3pm at Athelhampton House as we bring you a superb mix of local producers and makers.
Follow the AA road signs, and you’ll be sure to find us at this beautiful Dorset Tudor Manor House.
It’s a photographer’s dream, so don’t forget your camera!
Book via the Athelhampton website and take advantage of early bird tickets! Sat 9th Nov or Sun 10 Nov.
This way it gives us a better idea of how many people are coming, so our lovely stallholders have enough goodies for you.
Some tickets will be available on the gate over the weekend, but this is not guaranteed.
What to expect
Shopping small is BIG for local businesses, where you can discover unique gifts. So whether it’s local cheese, funky craft ales, seasonal treats, chocolate, wine, or something made by talented artisans -there are plenty of stocking fillers, so you can shop small or large depending on your budget.
Plus, it’s a great way to support your local producers and makers – many with multi award winning products! Keep it local, and get to know the people who make, bake, brew, cook, farm, fish, sew, grow, craft, and create lovely things.
Festive tipples include wine, cider, beer, spirits, cocktails, ginger-based cordials, and liqueurs. Hot food, cheese, game, locally reared fresh meat, chocolate, coffee beans, tableware, honey, handmade soaps, preserves, chutney.
Spicy sauces, pies, biscuits, mince pies, artisan jewellery, glass art, local photography, art cards, paintings, charcuterie, cakes, Christmas puds, chef knife sets, artisan bread, traditional Dorset bakes, oils and spices, and our festive coffee bars.
The main part of the Christmas Fair is held inside a festive marquee, and whilst we’re brimming with seasonal cheer and excitement, we understand that mobility can be a concern. The marquee layout may pose some challenges for mobility scooters and wheelchairs – its a carpeted surface covering the grass. But we’re here to lend a helping hand where we can.
Rest assured, we are committed to making this event as inclusive as possible, with accessible routes and assistance, to ensure everyone can enjoy attending.
Most stall holders accept card payments, but Wi-Fi can sometimes be a bit slow, and we don’t want you to miss a purchase, so cash is always welcomed!
Athelhampton House Café will be selling snacks and hot drinks. The House will be closed for full viewing during this event, but you will still be able to go inside to enjoy the Great Chamber.
However, some of the Garden will be open, so you’ll be able to explore and enjoy the late autumn and early winter colours.
Last admissions 2.30pm.
It’ll be great to see you!
We’ll confirm our festive line up a bit nearer the date, so secure your spot now and be part of a magical weekend filled with gourmet delights, unique crafts, and festive inspirations.
Time
9 (Saturday) 10:00 am - 10 (Sunday) 3:00 pm
december
No Events
january
No Events
february
No Events