september 2021
12sep4:00 pmTim Holehouse and AJ Simmondsat The Ropemakers
Extremely talented singer songwriter who puts his own quirky twists and turns to his music. We saw
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Extremely talented singer songwriter who puts his own quirky twists and turns to his music. We saw him quietly playing in the garden and booked him. 15 years he has been touring the globe, like a stone gathering no moss. This time he is ably supported by the talented A J Simmonds.
(Sunday) 4:00 pm
The Ropemakers
The Ropemakers, 36 West Street, Bridport, DT6 3QP
december 2023
25nov(nov 25)10:00 am21dec(dec 21)4:00 pmExhibition | Future Present 2023at Bridport Arts Centre
Bridport Arts Centre’s Future Present will bring together local and regional designer makers in a display of contemporary craft and design, including, wood, paper, textiles, prints, photography, ceramics
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Bridport Arts Centre’s Future Present will bring together local and regional designer makers in a display of contemporary craft and design, including, wood, paper, textiles, prints, photography, ceramics and jewellery plus Christmas gifts, decorations and cards.
Located in our beautiful Allsop Gallery, Future Present will be a great opportunity to find the perfect Christmas present from a wide range of high-quality, handmade items whilst supporting small, local and creative businesses and craftspeople, as well as those from further afield.
Get away from the wintry weather and join us in the warm and cosy atmosphere of the Allsop Gallery for a real Christmas treat.
**CLOSED SUNDAYS & MONDAYS**
More details here: https://www.bridport-arts.com/event/future-present-2023/
November 25 (Saturday) 10:00 am - December 21 (Thursday) 4:00 pm
01dec10:00 am12:30 pmCoffee Morning & Rafflein Beaminster
Bring & Buy Bookstall Produce Raffle Entry £5 to include coffee
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Bring & Buy
Bookstall
Produce
Raffle
Entry £5 to include coffee and cake.
Bus details for non-drivers:
Route CB3
From Bridport Bus Station at 0925, arrives Beaminster 0943
Leave Beaminster at 1154, 1400, 1541 or 1800hrs
Concession passes accepted.
Not part of the £2 fare cap as service is run by volunteers.
(Friday) 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Skyrm Room, Public Hall
Beaminster, DT8 3EF
01dec12:00 pm6:00 pmSymondsbury Christmas Marketat Symondsbury Estate
The annual Symondsbury Estate Christmas Market involves a wide range of local businesses selling handcrafted food,
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The annual Symondsbury Estate Christmas Market involves a wide range of local businesses selling handcrafted food, drink and gifts, together with our independent shops, offering luxury giftware, festive decorations, homeware and artisan food and drink.
There’s live music and performances, so come along and share our Christmas cheer!
FRIDAY 1ST DECEMBER
12am-6pm
SATURDAY 2ND DECEMBER
10am-6pm
SUNDAY 3RD DECEMBER
10am-4pm
(Friday) 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Symondsbury Estate
Symondsbury, Bridport, DT6 6HG
Symondsbury Estate01308 424116 or enquiries@symondsburyestate.co.uk
01dec2:00 pm3:30 pmSt. Ives Colony of Artists: A November Art History Course: ZoomVia Zoom
From 6th November ‘St Ives colony of artists’, Monday afternoons in Bridport 2pm or Friday afternoons from 10th November, 2pm on line: The course starts by explaining
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From 6th November ‘St Ives colony of artists’, Monday afternoons in Bridport 2pm or Friday afternoons from 10th November, 2pm on line:
The course starts by explaining the history of why artists were attracted to St Ives to paint, Turner for example travelled to west Cornwall to make watercolour sketches and drawings. The quality of the light in West Cornwall remains a factor that draws painters to the area. There was an increase in the number of artists in the later 19c onward, who came to Cornwall when the railway extends to Penzance. St Ives becomes a place artists feel free to experiment in their work, and there is support in the community to do so, from other painters. This leads to a hot bed of modernity in the late 1920’s onwards, with a new visual language developing amidst the painters and sculptors, which is a British version of Modernism; but quite often holds on to very recognisable figurative elements and uses form and colour boldly, responding to the landscape and seascape around the artists. Some of the artists discussed, will be Terry Frost, Bryan Pearce, Rose Hilton, Roger Hilton, Paul Feiler, Wilhelmina Barns- Graham, Peter Lanyon, Karl Weschke, Sven Berlin and the new movement of ceramics of Cornwall and other artists. So exciting was the art of St Ives that it attracted famous artists to visit the colony and some stayed and joined it!
Fee is £65 for 6 wks,
‘drop in’ lectures for £13 each.
Venue United Hall, East Street, Bridport.
Online fee £60.
To book and for more information email chris.pamsimpson@btinternet.com
Your tutor, Pam Simpson MA, is an Associate Lecturer University of the Arts. Pam is a professional art historian, with 35 years teaching experience in London art schools.
(Friday) 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Zoom, online portal
01dec5:00 pm6:45 pmIlluminate 2023at Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Illuminate presented by OT Event Technicians. An outdoor winter enchanted lights display within the Gardens. Colourful lights transform and
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Illuminate presented by OT Event Technicians.
An outdoor winter enchanted lights display within the Gardens. Colourful lights transform and illuminate our Subtropical 18th century gardens and create a wonderful winters trail in the dark. Journey through the heart of the Gardens, in this years extended route and experience the rare plants and trees in spectacular colour which highlights the forms, shapes and textures. Experience the striking and eye-catching Illuminate alongside our Gift Shop, Plant Centre and Coffee Shop.
Enjoy the beauty of the Gardens at this time of year with family and friends. We are a dog friendly attraction, who are more than welcome on a short non-extendable lead.
The event is operated by OT Event Technicians and therefore RHS members, Tesco Clubcard vouchers, Season Ticket Holders, Passport Tickets and other such scheme cannot be used at this event.
Adults: £13.50
Children 5-15: £8.00
Tickets are on sale HERE
(Friday) 5:00 pm - 6:45 pm
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Buller's Way, Abbotsbury, DT3 4LA
01dec6:00 pm6:30 pmMeat Drawat The Ropemakers
These are the amazing prizes for tonight's Charity Meat Draw at the Ropemakers at 6pm. Tickets are
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(Friday) 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
The Ropemakers
The Ropemakers, 36 West Street, Bridport, DT6 3QP
01dec7:30 pmMoscow Drug Club at Bridport Arts CentreAn intoxicating and intimate musical experience
Bridport Arts Centre Returning to Bridport Arts Centre Moscow Drug Club deliver an intoxicating and intimate musical experience. You are cordially invited to share a wry
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Bridport Arts Centre
Returning to Bridport Arts Centre Moscow Drug Club deliver an intoxicating and intimate musical experience. You are cordially invited to share a wry smile with us as you enter the darkly comic world of Moscow Drug Club…..this way please & mind the stairs!
A curious musical place where elements of Berlin Cabaret, Latin Tinge, French musette and storytelling meet…..
Imagine having a few to drink and staggering arm in arm into the darkness of an eastern European cobbled street and stumbling into a bar where Django Reinhardt and Tom Waits are having an after-hours jam with the local Tziganes.
Combining their original material with songs by the likes of Jaques Brel, Tom Waits, Leonard Cohen & Eartha Kitt.
Friday 01 December at 7.30pm
Ticket Price:
£15.00 Adult
£12.00 Concession (Disability, JSA & Income Support)
Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre, Bridport Town Hall, South Street DT6 3LF. Tel: 01308 424901 or
(Friday) 7:30 pm
Box Office01308 424901 Bridport Tourist Information, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3LF
The Wurzels announce their annual Christmas Tour. The west country’s finest will be returning to Bridport Electric Palace this December for a very special Christmas concert full of
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The Wurzels announce their annual Christmas Tour.
The west country’s finest will be returning to Bridport Electric Palace this December for a very special Christmas concert full of festive cheer and cider!
Since establishing their very own musical genre, South West Scrumpy n’ Western, The Wurzels have earned a reputation as the ultimate live experience.
So expect a show packed full of double entendre, mainstream parody, sing-along classics, comedy and, of course, plenty of cider.
Performing a set consisting of all the hits, stories and jokes from a career lasting more than 50 years The Wurzels continue to play over 100 sell-out shows and festivals every year.
From their quintessentially West Country cover of Kaiser Chiefs’ ‘Ruby’, to the hip-hop version of their classic Number 1 hit ‘Combine Harvester’ through to the timeless ‘I am a cider drinker’, this is a night not to be missed.
So grab your tickets before its too late, because this will sell-out!
SUPPORT :
CORKY
Agricultural hip-hop artist and the world’s greatest Scrumpy & Western rapper straight out of the farmgates of the Dauntsey Vale in north Wiltshire.
Date: Friday 01 December 2023
Time: Starts 7.30pm
Ticket Price: £23.50 (14+ under 16’s accompanied by an adult)
Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre, Bridport Town Hall, South Street DT6 3LF. Tel: 01308 424901
(Friday) 7:30 pm
The Electric Palace
35 South Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3NY. What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/slang.postings.jacuzzi
Box Office01308 424901 Bridport Tourist Information, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3LF
01dec9:15 pmBonsai Pirates Liveat The Ropemakers
Pop shanties and rabble rousing tunes hailing from the sunny south coast Bonsai Pirates are a swaggering indie-folk band,
Pop shanties and rabble rousing tunes hailing from the sunny south coast Bonsai Pirates are a swaggering indie-folk band, tinged with hip-hop, and soaked in rum.
Based in Dorset, our aim is to get people up and dancing, singing and smiling.
We sing songs of love, the sea and tattoos.
(Friday) 9:15 pm
The Ropemakers
The Ropemakers, 36 West Street, Bridport, DT6 3QP
01dec10:00 pmDisco!at The White Lion, Bridport
The White Lion is hosting a disco every Friday night!Pop along and have your favourite
(Friday) 10:00 pm
The White Lion, Bridport
1 West Allington, DT6 5BJ
02dec10:00 am12:00 pmCake Sale & Coffee Morningat Bridport WI Hall
Fundraising coffee morning hosted by National Coastwatch Institution providing tea/coffee and cakes to have on the spot home-made cakes,
Fundraising coffee morning hosted by National Coastwatch Institution providing tea/coffee and cakes to have on the spot home-made cakes, preserves and sweets, books and DVD’s to sell.
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Bridport WI Hall
North Street DT6 3JQ
02dec10:00 am12:00 pmEvent CancelledWreath Making Workshopat The Salt House, West Bay
Come and join us for two hours, get into the festive spirit and make a stunning Christmas wreath.
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Come and join us for two hours, get into the festive spirit and make a stunning Christmas wreath.
Claire will demonstrate to start you on your way, no experience necessary, just immerse yourself in seasonal foliage; berries; a mixture of other gorgeous bits foraged and dried; and beautiful ribbon to help you create your own unique wreath.
With Christmas tunes, a glass of fizz, nibbles and lots of laughter.
If you would like to protect your clothing please bring an apron.
Everything else is provided.
£55 per person
Email address: claire@lfflowers.co.uk
Website: https://www.lovettefarmflowers.com
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Salt House
West Bay
02dec10:00 am2:45 pmAbbotsbury Gardens Santa's Grotto
Our Santa’s Grotto is back again this year – TICKETS ON SALE! Someone very special
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Our Santa’s Grotto is back again this year – TICKETS ON SALE!
Someone very special is taking time out of their busy winter schedule to visit the beautiful Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens.
Come meet Father Christmas in his cosy cabin, a festive magical Grotto at the Gardens. Make it an enchanting visit with a talk to Father Christmas and receive a special gift. After meeting Father Christmas you are free explore the gardens for a winters stroll.
Enjoy and celebrate the spirit of Christmas with this special and wonderful tradition.
A child’s Santa’s Grotto ticket includes entry to the Gardens for the child plus one free accompanying adult. Additional adults can enter the Gardens by purchasing a Winter Offer Ticket on the day. Please note siblings are able see Santa’s together. Every child must have ticket (maximum of 3 children per booking slot).
Tickets are £12 per child
Please note the Illuminate event by OT Event Technicians is not included with this ticket.
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 2:45 pm
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Buller's Way, Abbotsbury, DT3 4LA
02dec10:00 am6:00 pmSymondsbury Christmas Marketat Symondsbury Estate
The annual Symondsbury Estate Christmas Market involves a wide range of local businesses selling handcrafted food,
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The annual Symondsbury Estate Christmas Market involves a wide range of local businesses selling handcrafted food, drink and gifts, together with our independent shops, offering luxury giftware, festive decorations, homeware and artisan food and drink.
There’s live music and performances, so come along and share our Christmas cheer!
FRIDAY 1ST DECEMBER
12am-6pm
SATURDAY 2ND DECEMBER
10am-6pm
SUNDAY 3RD DECEMBER
10am-4pm
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Symondsbury Estate
Symondsbury, Bridport, DT6 6HG
Symondsbury Estate01308 424116 or enquiries@symondsburyestate.co.uk
02dec10:00 am3 Churches' Coffee Morning
Comrades Hall Broadwindsor Saturday 2nd December 10am to 12.30pm Stall, cakes, Christmas stall, tombola, bric-a-brac, books, festive treats, raffle Entry £2 to include mince
Comrades Hall
Broadwindsor
Saturday 2nd December 10am to 12.30pm
Stall, cakes, Christmas stall, tombola, bric-a-brac, books, festive treats, raffle
Entry £2 to include mince pie
(Saturday) 10:00 am
02dec5:00 pm6:45 pmIlluminate 2023at Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Illuminate presented by OT Event Technicians. An outdoor winter enchanted lights display within the Gardens. Colourful lights transform and
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Illuminate presented by OT Event Technicians.
An outdoor winter enchanted lights display within the Gardens. Colourful lights transform and illuminate our Subtropical 18th century gardens and create a wonderful winters trail in the dark. Journey through the heart of the Gardens, in this years extended route and experience the rare plants and trees in spectacular colour which highlights the forms, shapes and textures. Experience the striking and eye-catching Illuminate alongside our Gift Shop, Plant Centre and Coffee Shop.
Enjoy the beauty of the Gardens at this time of year with family and friends. We are a dog friendly attraction, who are more than welcome on a short non-extendable lead.
The event is operated by OT Event Technicians and therefore RHS members, Tesco Clubcard vouchers, Season Ticket Holders, Passport Tickets and other such scheme cannot be used at this event.
Adults: £13.50
Children 5-15: £8.00
Tickets are on sale HERE
(Saturday) 5:00 pm - 6:45 pm
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Buller's Way, Abbotsbury, DT3 4LA
02dec7:00 pmCantamus 2023Beautiful Choral Music for Advent
Tickets are £12 on the door (cash and card payments welcomed) Refreshments will be available
Refreshments will be available
(Saturday) 7:00 pm
St Mary's Church, Bridport
84 South St, Bridport DT6 3NW
02dec7:00 pmChristmas is a DRAG!at The Watch House Cafe
We are thrilled to announce that on December 2nd, we will be hosting our exclusive Drag Extravaganza! Join us for an electrifying performance by the fabulous
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We are thrilled to announce that on December 2nd, we will be hosting our exclusive Drag Extravaganza! Join us for an electrifying performance by the fabulous Son of a Tutu, accompanied by our delectable feel-good food menu, all wrapped in festive cheer. Reserve your table today through our website or the link below, and let the countdown to a night of glamour and celebration begin! £7.50 a ticket
Suitable for 18 and over or parental discretion advised.
(Saturday) 7:00 pm
The Watch House Cafe
West Bay , DT6 4EN
02dec7:30 pmA Christmas Carolat The Bull Hotel
Open Bar Theatre, the team behind Fuller's Shakespeare in the Garden are back, bringing the fun to
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Open Bar Theatre, the team behind Fuller’s Shakespeare in the Garden are back, bringing the fun to Fuller’s pubs with a four person performance of ‘A Christmas Carol’ this December.
The spirit or spirits in this case of Christmas will be brought to life in this classic tale. In true Open Bar style, this show will be family friendly, engaging and full of laughs. Expect Victorian costume, ghostly apparitions and, of course, barrels of Christmas cheer.
A Christmas Carol is suitable for all age groups
(Saturday) 7:30 pm
02dec7:30 pmSnow Angel at Bridport Arts Centre
Bridport Arts Centre From the ashes rises a Phoenix…or at the very least a couple of birds with tremendous style. A shamelessly festive show celebrating all
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Bridport Arts Centre
From the ashes rises a Phoenix…or at the very least a couple of birds with tremendous style.
A shamelessly festive show celebrating all that is Christmassy. From Michael Bublé and Tiny Tim to Frozen mashups and the return of the small and ever-popular Eskimo.
Mad-capped, joyous and at times preposterous, this is an evening of festive frivolity with a tiny sparkle of magic that will delight the unhinged and charm the pants of everyone else.
Charlie Bicknell became a household name playing ‘Delilah’ in BBC2’s This Life and subsequently starred as ‘Scout’ in Ben Elton’s West End hit Popcorn. Continuing to work as an actress for the National Theatre and rep around the UK, Charlie then moved into cabaret and circus, performing all over the world.
Louise Innes is a versatile operatic mezzo-soprano, who has sung at Covent Garden Opera House, Scottish Opera, La Scala, Festival Hall, and 10 Downing Street to name but a few. She has recently been performing with Charlie in London’s Crazy Coq, Chelsea Arts Club, St James Theatre and all over the South-West.
Saturday 02 December at 7.30pm
Ticket Price:
£18.00 Adult
Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre, Bridport Town Hall, South Street DT6 3LF. Tel: 01308 424901 or
(Saturday) 7:30 pm
Box Office01308 424901 Bridport Tourist Information, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3LF
02dec9:00 pmThe Sweetchunks Bandat The Ropemakers
The Sweetchunks Band Celebrate their Tenth Anniversary by grabbing some chums and going on a Jolly.
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(Saturday) 9:00 pm
The Ropemakers
The Ropemakers, 36 West Street, Bridport, DT6 3QP
03dec10:00 am4:00 pmSymondsbury Christmas Marketat Symondsbury Estate
The annual Symondsbury Estate Christmas Market involves a wide range of local businesses selling handcrafted food,
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The annual Symondsbury Estate Christmas Market involves a wide range of local businesses selling handcrafted food, drink and gifts, together with our independent shops, offering luxury giftware, festive decorations, homeware and artisan food and drink.
There’s live music and performances, so come along and share our Christmas cheer!
FRIDAY 1ST DECEMBER
12am-6pm
SATURDAY 2ND DECEMBER
10am-6pm
SUNDAY 3RD DECEMBER
10am-4pm
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Symondsbury Estate
Symondsbury, Bridport, DT6 6HG
Symondsbury Estate01308 424116 or enquiries@symondsburyestate.co.uk
03dec10:00 am2:45 pmAbbotsbury Gardens Santa's Grotto
Our Santa’s Grotto is back again this year – TICKETS ON SALE! Someone very special
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Our Santa’s Grotto is back again this year – TICKETS ON SALE!
Someone very special is taking time out of their busy winter schedule to visit the beautiful Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens.
Come meet Father Christmas in his cosy cabin, a festive magical Grotto at the Gardens. Make it an enchanting visit with a talk to Father Christmas and receive a special gift. After meeting Father Christmas you are free explore the gardens for a winters stroll.
Enjoy and celebrate the spirit of Christmas with this special and wonderful tradition.
A child’s Santa’s Grotto ticket includes entry to the Gardens for the child plus one free accompanying adult. Additional adults can enter the Gardens by purchasing a Winter Offer Ticket on the day. Please note siblings are able see Santa’s together. Every child must have ticket (maximum of 3 children per booking slot).
Tickets are £12 per child
Please note the Illuminate event by OT Event Technicians is not included with this ticket.
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 2:45 pm
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Buller's Way, Abbotsbury, DT3 4LA
03dec10:00 am3:00 pmGroves Festive Mini-Market
At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front
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At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front of hundreds of people this Christmas, so we have set up our very own festive Mini Market.
Housed in our fabulously festive marquee, joined directly onto Ivy House, you can enjoy browsing during the festive build up. A perfect opportunity to buy Christmas gifts whilst supporting local traders.
Each week there will be new traders. Keep an eye on our Social Media pages to see who is going to be with us!
Our Mini Festive Market Market starts on Saturday 25th November and then every Sunday-Friday until 22nd December.
10am-4pm.
*10am-3pm on a Thursday and Sunday*
This is a FREE event
**** If you are a local trader or crafts person looking to get your goods in front of hundreds of people, please register your interest by emailing or complete the booking form and return to minimarket@grovesnurseries.co.uk
More details here for traders: https://www.grovesnurseries.co.uk/news/511/groves-festive-mini-market
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Groves Nurseries
74 West Bay Road, Bridport, DT6 4BA
03dec11:00 am3:00 pmFREE! Lantern Making Workshop
A fantastic workshop where you can make lanterns for the Bridport Cheer Procession! The workshop runs from 11am to 3pm - please note last admission
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A fantastic workshop where you can make lanterns for the Bridport Cheer Procession!
The workshop runs from 11am to 3pm – please note last admission is 1pm to make your lantern.
Everyone welcome, children must be accompanied by an adult
Free with materials supplied
Drop in between 11 – 1pm (Last entry for making a lantern at 1pm)
Please book to ensure your space or drop in, depending on materials availability on the day.
Booking email: mickeylbonome@gmail.com
Lantern Making by Billy Shearer
(Sunday) 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Bridport WI Hall
North Street DT6 3JQ
03dec2:00 pm4:00 pmCinderellaat Charmouth Community Hall
Charmouth Events is excited to present Charmouth's 1st pantomime for 15 years!
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Charmouth Events is excited to present Charmouth’s 1st pantomime for 15 years!
‘Cinderella’ is brought to you by acclaimed professional touring group Touring Pantos, who will transform the Community Hall into a fully working theatre with their own scenery, lighting and sound system. The full family panto experience of course includes comedy, pathos music and audience participation. Come and join in the fun!
Tickets are £10 and £12 and are on sale at Charmouth Stores (Nisa) and The Royal Oak, Charmouth.
Doors open at 1.30pm for 2pm matinee and 5.30 for the 6pm evening performance, and a licenced bar, snacks, ice creams and novelties are available at the hall.
Contact eventscharmouth@gmail.com for further details.
(Sunday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Charmouth Village Hall
30 Wesley Cl, Charmouth, Bridport DT6 6QT
03dec2:00 pm4:00 pmFootball: Bridport Ladies vs. Coombe St. Nicholas Ladiesat Bridport Football Club
03dec3:00 pmWessex Military Band Winter Concert at the Electric PalaceTheir annual festive concert
Bridport Electric Palace Introducing the Wessex Military Band The band originally started as a youth band in 1981 and in 1990 the British Army invited the
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Bridport Electric Palace
Introducing the Wessex Military Band
The band originally started as a youth band in 1981 and in 1990 the British Army invited the band to form as the voluntary band of the Army Air Corps based at Middle Wallop near Andover, as they didn’t have a regimental band. They became known as the Voluntary Band of the Army Air Corps but in 1993 the Army decided to disband the volunteer band, being undeterred at this time the Wessex Military Band was formed.
The Ministry of Defence repaid its gratitude to the band by providing financial assistance in reforming as the Wessex Military Band and allowing the band to use the recently decommissioned ‘Wessex’ regiment emblem with its distinctive Wyvern. One of the early and most prestigious engagements the band was involved in the early performing for HRH the Prince of Wales and HRH the Duke of Kent.
When, in 2006 it’s bandmaster and founder retired to Austria, the band was fortunate to have in its ranks people who had been and willing to take over the day to day running of the band.
After an extremely successful Winter Concert last year, it has been decided to continue with another one this year at the Electric Palace. Although the music has not yet been finalised, the Bandmaster is planning to try to improve on last years performance, with something for all musical tastes young and old. It is envisaged that the programme will include many topical and entertaining numbers, with some Christmassy numbers added in for good measure.
The Wessex Military Band has a strong base of members of all ages and abilities, ranging from beginners to ex-military musicians and music professionals. If you would like to join them and can play a brass, woodwind or percussion instrument or are interested in joining the Corps of Drums, please contact or leave a message for Mandy Bell on 07535 354433. or email enquiries.wessex@gmail.com
Mandy will get back to you as soon as possible.
Sunday 03 December 2023
3pm
Advance Ticket Price: Adult £11.00 / Child £9.00
(Door Price: Adult £13.00 / Child £11.00)
Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre, Bridport Town Hall, South Street DT6 3LF. Tel: 01308 424901
(Sunday) 3:00 pm
The Electric Palace
35 South Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3NY. What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/slang.postings.jacuzzi
Box Office01308 424901 Bridport Tourist Information, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3LF
03dec4:00 pmNick Coleman LIVEat The Ropemakers
Nick Coleman is a singer songwriter from the North of Dorset. Focusing on strong vocals and dynamic guitar his
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(Sunday) 4:00 pm
The Ropemakers
The Ropemakers, 36 West Street, Bridport, DT6 3QP
03dec5:00 pm6:45 pmIlluminate 2023at Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Illuminate presented by OT Event Technicians. An outdoor winter enchanted lights display within the Gardens. Colourful lights transform and
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Illuminate presented by OT Event Technicians.
An outdoor winter enchanted lights display within the Gardens. Colourful lights transform and illuminate our Subtropical 18th century gardens and create a wonderful winters trail in the dark. Journey through the heart of the Gardens, in this years extended route and experience the rare plants and trees in spectacular colour which highlights the forms, shapes and textures. Experience the striking and eye-catching Illuminate alongside our Gift Shop, Plant Centre and Coffee Shop.
Enjoy the beauty of the Gardens at this time of year with family and friends. We are a dog friendly attraction, who are more than welcome on a short non-extendable lead.
The event is operated by OT Event Technicians and therefore RHS members, Tesco Clubcard vouchers, Season Ticket Holders, Passport Tickets and other such scheme cannot be used at this event.
Adults: £13.50
Children 5-15: £8.00
Tickets are on sale HERE
(Sunday) 5:00 pm - 6:45 pm
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Buller's Way, Abbotsbury, DT3 4LA
03dec6:00 pm8:00 pmCinderellaat Charmouth Community Hall
Charmouth Events is excited to present Charmouth's 1st pantomime for 15 years!
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Charmouth Events is excited to present Charmouth’s 1st pantomime for 15 years!
‘Cinderella’ is brought to you by acclaimed professional touring group Touring Pantos, who will transform the Community Hall into a fully working theatre with their own scenery, lighting and sound system. The full family panto experience of course includes comedy, pathos music and audience participation. Come and join in the fun!
Tickets are £10 and £12 and are on sale at Charmouth Stores (Nisa) and The Royal Oak, Charmouth.
Doors open at 1.30pm for 2pm matinee and 5.30 for the 6pm evening performance, and a licenced bar, snacks, ice creams and novelties are available at the hall.
Contact eventscharmouth@gmail.com for further details.
(Sunday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Charmouth Village Hall
30 Wesley Cl, Charmouth, Bridport DT6 6QT
04dec10:00 am4:00 pmGroves Festive Mini-Market
At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front
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At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front of hundreds of people this Christmas, so we have set up our very own festive Mini Market.
Housed in our fabulously festive marquee, joined directly onto Ivy House, you can enjoy browsing during the festive build up. A perfect opportunity to buy Christmas gifts whilst supporting local traders.
Each week there will be new traders. Keep an eye on our Social Media pages to see who is going to be with us!
Our Mini Festive Market Market starts on Saturday 25th November and then every Sunday-Friday until 22nd December.
10am-4pm.
*10am-3pm on a Thursday and Sunday*
This is a FREE event
**** If you are a local trader or crafts person looking to get your goods in front of hundreds of people, please register your interest by emailing or complete the booking form and return to minimarket@grovesnurseries.co.uk
More details here for traders: https://www.grovesnurseries.co.uk/news/511/groves-festive-mini-market
(Monday) 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Groves Nurseries
74 West Bay Road, Bridport, DT6 4BA
04dec2:00 pm4:30 pmBridge Lessonswith Bridport Bridge Club
Classes are suitable for anyone interested in learning how to play duplicate bridge. No experience is necessary, and you
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Classes are suitable for anyone interested in learning how to play duplicate bridge. No experience is necessary, and you don’t need to come with a partner. The sessions are also ideal for ‘rusty’ players who have not played for a while and would like to get back on track with their bridge.
The course will run for 16 weeks, with a break for Christmas, followed by a number of supervised practice sessions. Players will then be ready to join the Friday afternoon Relaxed Bridge club sessions or will be able to play social bridge with friends. Sessions are £5 each, payable on the day.
New 16 week course starting Monday, 30th October 2023.
**FREE INTRO SESSION MONDAY, 23 OCTOBER 2023**
No experience necessary – come on your own or with a partner!
For more details contact Martin: 01308 861120
Email: bridportbridgeclub@gmail.com
Website: www.bridgewebs.com/bridport.
(Monday) 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Bradpole Forster Village Hall
Higher St, Bradpole, DT6 3JA
From 6th November ‘St Ives colony of artists’, Monday afternoons in Bridport 2pm or Friday afternoons from 10th November, 2pm on line: The course starts by explaining
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From 6th November ‘St Ives colony of artists’, Monday afternoons in Bridport 2pm or Friday afternoons from 10th November, 2pm on line:
The course starts by explaining the history of why artists were attracted to St Ives to paint, Turner for example travelled to west Cornwall to make watercolour sketches and drawings. The quality of the light in West Cornwall remains a factor that draws painters to the area. There was an increase in the number of artists in the later 19c onward, who came to Cornwall when the railway extends to Penzance. St Ives becomes a place artists feel free to experiment in their work, and there is support in the community to do so, from other painters. This leads to a hot bed of modernity in the late 1920’s onwards, with a new visual language developing amidst the painters and sculptors, which is a British version of Modernism; but quite often holds on to very recognisable figurative elements and uses form and colour boldly, responding to the landscape and seascape around the artists. Some of the artists discussed, will be Terry Frost, Bryan Pearce, Rose Hilton, Roger Hilton, Paul Feiler, Wilhelmina Barns- Graham, Peter Lanyon, Karl Weschke, Sven Berlin and the new movement of ceramics of Cornwall and other artists. So exciting was the art of St Ives that it attracted famous artists to visit the colony and some stayed and joined it!
Fee is £65 for 6 wks,
‘drop in’ lectures for £13 each.
Venue United Hall, East Street, Bridport.
Online fee £60.
To book and for more information email chris.pamsimpson@btinternet.com
Your tutor, Pam Simpson MA, is an Associate Lecturer University of the Arts. Pam is a professional art historian, with 35 years teaching experience in London art schools.
Click here for Zoom Course Details.
(Monday) 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Zoom, online portal
04dec7:30 pmBINGO!at The George, Bridport
Join us at The George Hotel for our new weekly bingo nights. Multiple prizes up for grabs,
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Join us at The George Hotel for our new weekly bingo nights.
Multiple prizes up for grabs,
£5 per person
A thrilling night of bingo awaits – reserve your seat now and let the games begin!
01308 423187
info@thegeorgebridport.co.uk
(Monday) 7:30 pm
The George Hotel, Bridport
4 South St, Bridport DT6 3NQ
05dec10:00 am4:00 pmGroves Festive Mini-Market
At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front
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At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front of hundreds of people this Christmas, so we have set up our very own festive Mini Market.
Housed in our fabulously festive marquee, joined directly onto Ivy House, you can enjoy browsing during the festive build up. A perfect opportunity to buy Christmas gifts whilst supporting local traders.
Each week there will be new traders. Keep an eye on our Social Media pages to see who is going to be with us!
Our Mini Festive Market Market starts on Saturday 25th November and then every Sunday-Friday until 22nd December.
10am-4pm.
*10am-3pm on a Thursday and Sunday*
This is a FREE event
**** If you are a local trader or crafts person looking to get your goods in front of hundreds of people, please register your interest by emailing or complete the booking form and return to minimarket@grovesnurseries.co.uk
More details here for traders: https://www.grovesnurseries.co.uk/news/511/groves-festive-mini-market
(Tuesday) 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Groves Nurseries
74 West Bay Road, Bridport, DT6 4BA
05dec(dec 5)11:00 am17(dec 17)4:00 pmChristmas Tree Festivalat Bridport United Church
Bridport's Christmas Tree Festival is back for 2023! Tuesday 5th December: Opening Service at 7pm Festival Hours: Monday
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Bridport’s Christmas Tree Festival is back for 2023!
Tuesday 5th December: Opening Service at 7pm
Festival Hours:
Monday to Saturday: 11am – 4pm
Sunday: 2pm-4pm
Wednesday 6th December (Christmas Cheer Night): 10am-7pm
Friday 8th December: Folk Carols at 7pm
Sunday 10th December: Toy Service 10.30am
Sunday 17th December: Carol Service at 4pm
5 (Tuesday) 11:00 am - 17 (Sunday) 4:00 pm
Bridport United Church
United Church Hall, East Street, Bridport
05dec2:00 pm4:30 pmWreath Making at Symondsbury Estate
Symondsbury Estate are thrilled to be partnering again with Emma Dixon, the resident River Cottage Florist, in bringing two days and two nights of festive flora
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Symondsbury Estate are thrilled to be partnering again with Emma Dixon, the resident River Cottage Florist, in bringing two days and two nights of festive flora and fauna.
With expert tuition from Emma, you will be shown step-by-step how to create your own signature show stopping yuletide wreath in this relaxed, enchanting and seasonal workshop. All materials are included and sustainably sourced from Emma’s garden, so get creative using festive favourites such as holly berries, eucalyptus, spruce and rosemary, and don’t worry, no experience is necessary! Mulled wine and mince pies will also be provided, as no Christmas workshop would be complete without these!
Program For The Day
Daytime Session: 2pm – 4.30pm
2pm – Arrival
Make your way from the car park and down the path to the Tithe Barn Garden, meet your host, chat to others on the course and enjoy a glass of mulled wine and a homemade mince pie straight from our kitchen.
2.15pm – Course starts
The session starts with Emma guiding you through how to make your wreath with traditional techniques, using holly, berries, ivy, ribbons and of course some added sparkle. Wreaths can be hung inside or out when finished.
Your host will offer a top up of mulled wine as you work!
4.30pm – Course finishes
Evening Session: 6pm – 8.30pm
6pm – Arrival
Make your way through the candle lit path to the Tithe Barn Garden to meet your host, chat to others on the course and enjoy a glass of mulled wine and a homemade mince pie straight from our kitchen.
6.15pm – Course starts
The session starts with Emma guiding you through how to make your wreath with traditional techniques, using holly, berries, ivy, ribbons and of course some added sparkle. Wreaths can be hung inside or out when finished.
Your host will offer a top up of mulled wine as you work!
8.30pm – Course finishes
Contact telephone number: 01308 424116
Email; enquiries@symondsburyestate.co.uk
Website: https://symondsburyestateshop.co.uk/collections/events-workshops/products/wreath-making-workshop
(Tuesday) 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Tithe Barn, Symondsbury
Mill Lane, Symondsbury, Bridport DT6 6HG
05dec5:30 pmHip Hop Beatsat Tortilla Cantina
Come along to Tortilla Cantina for out weekly music night - with a hip hop beat - and two for
Come along to Tortilla Cantina for out weekly music night – with a hip hop beat – and two for one tacos!
(Tuesday) 5:30 pm
Tortilla Cantina
31 East Street, Bridport, DT6 3JX
05dec6:00 pm8:30 pmWreath Making at Symondsbury Estate
Symondsbury Estate are thrilled to be partnering again with Emma Dixon, the resident River Cottage Florist, in bringing two days and two nights of festive flora
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Symondsbury Estate are thrilled to be partnering again with Emma Dixon, the resident River Cottage Florist, in bringing two days and two nights of festive flora and fauna.
With expert tuition from Emma, you will be shown step-by-step how to create your own signature show stopping yuletide wreath in this relaxed, enchanting and seasonal workshop. All materials are included and sustainably sourced from Emma’s garden, so get creative using festive favourites such as holly berries, eucalyptus, spruce and rosemary, and don’t worry, no experience is necessary! Mulled wine and mince pies will also be provided, as no Christmas workshop would be complete without these!
Program For The Day
Daytime Session: 2pm – 4.30pm
2pm – Arrival
Make your way from the car park and down the path to the Tithe Barn Garden, meet your host, chat to others on the course and enjoy a glass of mulled wine and a homemade mince pie straight from our kitchen.
2.15pm – Course starts
The session starts with Emma guiding you through how to make your wreath with traditional techniques, using holly, berries, ivy, ribbons and of course some added sparkle. Wreaths can be hung inside or out when finished.
Your host will offer a top up of mulled wine as you work!
4.30pm – Course finishes
Evening Session: 6pm – 8.30pm
6pm – Arrival
Make your way through the candle lit path to the Tithe Barn Garden to meet your host, chat to others on the course and enjoy a glass of mulled wine and a homemade mince pie straight from our kitchen.
6.15pm – Course starts
The session starts with Emma guiding you through how to make your wreath with traditional techniques, using holly, berries, ivy, ribbons and of course some added sparkle. Wreaths can be hung inside or out when finished.
Your host will offer a top up of mulled wine as you work!
8.30pm – Course finishes
Contact telephone number: 01308 424116
Email; enquiries@symondsburyestate.co.uk
Website: https://symondsburyestateshop.co.uk/collections/events-workshops/products/wreath-making-workshop
(Tuesday) 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tithe Barn, Symondsbury
Mill Lane, Symondsbury, Bridport DT6 6HG
05dec7:00 pmChristmas Tree Festival: Opening Service
There will be a short Dedication Service led by our minister, Rev Jane Wilson, and the switching on of the
There will be a short Dedication Service led by our minister, Rev Jane Wilson, and the switching on of the lights by Bridport Mayor Dave Bolwell at 7pm on Tuesday 5th.
(Tuesday) 7:00 pm
Bridport United Church
United Church Hall, East Street, Bridport
05dec8:00 pm10:30 pmThe Ropemakers Fun Pub Quiz
The Ropemakers Fun Pub Quiz includes rounds diverse, dodgy and different. The winning team gets a bottle of plonk
The Ropemakers Fun Pub Quiz includes rounds diverse, dodgy and different. The winning team gets a bottle of plonk for their efforts.
It is advisable to book your seat for this fun event as it does get busy!
(Tuesday) 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm
The Ropemakers
The Ropemakers, 36 West Street, Bridport, DT6 3QP
06decAll DayBridport Christmas Cheer
All Day (Wednesday)
Bridport
Various Locations
06dec10:00 am4:00 pmGroves Festive Mini-Market
At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front
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At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front of hundreds of people this Christmas, so we have set up our very own festive Mini Market.
Housed in our fabulously festive marquee, joined directly onto Ivy House, you can enjoy browsing during the festive build up. A perfect opportunity to buy Christmas gifts whilst supporting local traders.
Each week there will be new traders. Keep an eye on our Social Media pages to see who is going to be with us!
Our Mini Festive Market Market starts on Saturday 25th November and then every Sunday-Friday until 22nd December.
10am-4pm.
*10am-3pm on a Thursday and Sunday*
This is a FREE event
**** If you are a local trader or crafts person looking to get your goods in front of hundreds of people, please register your interest by emailing or complete the booking form and return to minimarket@grovesnurseries.co.uk
More details here for traders: https://www.grovesnurseries.co.uk/news/511/groves-festive-mini-market
(Wednesday) 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Groves Nurseries
74 West Bay Road, Bridport, DT6 4BA
06dec2:00 pm4:30 pmWreath Making at Symondsbury Estate
Symondsbury Estate are thrilled to be partnering again with Emma Dixon, the resident River Cottage Florist, in bringing two days and two nights of festive flora
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Symondsbury Estate are thrilled to be partnering again with Emma Dixon, the resident River Cottage Florist, in bringing two days and two nights of festive flora and fauna.
With expert tuition from Emma, you will be shown step-by-step how to create your own signature show stopping yuletide wreath in this relaxed, enchanting and seasonal workshop. All materials are included and sustainably sourced from Emma’s garden, so get creative using festive favourites such as holly berries, eucalyptus, spruce and rosemary, and don’t worry, no experience is necessary! Mulled wine and mince pies will also be provided, as no Christmas workshop would be complete without these!
Program For The Day
Daytime Session: 2pm – 4.30pm
2pm – Arrival
Make your way from the car park and down the path to the Tithe Barn Garden, meet your host, chat to others on the course and enjoy a glass of mulled wine and a homemade mince pie straight from our kitchen.
2.15pm – Course starts
The session starts with Emma guiding you through how to make your wreath with traditional techniques, using holly, berries, ivy, ribbons and of course some added sparkle. Wreaths can be hung inside or out when finished.
Your host will offer a top up of mulled wine as you work!
4.30pm – Course finishes
Evening Session: 6pm – 8.30pm
6pm – Arrival
Make your way through the candle lit path to the Tithe Barn Garden to meet your host, chat to others on the course and enjoy a glass of mulled wine and a homemade mince pie straight from our kitchen.
6.15pm – Course starts
The session starts with Emma guiding you through how to make your wreath with traditional techniques, using holly, berries, ivy, ribbons and of course some added sparkle. Wreaths can be hung inside or out when finished.
Your host will offer a top up of mulled wine as you work!
8.30pm – Course finishes
Contact telephone number: 01308 424116
Email; enquiries@symondsburyestate.co.uk
Website: https://symondsburyestateshop.co.uk/collections/events-workshops/products/wreath-making-workshop
(Wednesday) 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Tithe Barn, Symondsbury
Mill Lane, Symondsbury, Bridport DT6 6HG
As part of Christmas Cheer, Soulshine and The Woodman are hosting a sausage fest, featuring The Hottest Dog Competition! Buy
As part of Christmas Cheer, Soulshine and The Woodman are hosting a sausage fest, featuring The Hottest Dog Competition!
Buy a bottle of our cold brew porter at Soulshine, or head over to The Woodman where they’ll have a keg on tap!
(Wednesday) 5:00 pm
Soulshine Cafe
South Street, Bridport DT6 3NN
06dec6:00 pm8:30 pmWreath Making at Symondsbury Estate
Symondsbury Estate are thrilled to be partnering again with Emma Dixon, the resident River Cottage Florist, in bringing two days and two nights of festive flora
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Symondsbury Estate are thrilled to be partnering again with Emma Dixon, the resident River Cottage Florist, in bringing two days and two nights of festive flora and fauna.
With expert tuition from Emma, you will be shown step-by-step how to create your own signature show stopping yuletide wreath in this relaxed, enchanting and seasonal workshop. All materials are included and sustainably sourced from Emma’s garden, so get creative using festive favourites such as holly berries, eucalyptus, spruce and rosemary, and don’t worry, no experience is necessary! Mulled wine and mince pies will also be provided, as no Christmas workshop would be complete without these!
Program For The Day
Daytime Session: 2pm – 4.30pm
2pm – Arrival
Make your way from the car park and down the path to the Tithe Barn Garden, meet your host, chat to others on the course and enjoy a glass of mulled wine and a homemade mince pie straight from our kitchen.
2.15pm – Course starts
The session starts with Emma guiding you through how to make your wreath with traditional techniques, using holly, berries, ivy, ribbons and of course some added sparkle. Wreaths can be hung inside or out when finished.
Your host will offer a top up of mulled wine as you work!
4.30pm – Course finishes
Evening Session: 6pm – 8.30pm
6pm – Arrival
Make your way through the candle lit path to the Tithe Barn Garden to meet your host, chat to others on the course and enjoy a glass of mulled wine and a homemade mince pie straight from our kitchen.
6.15pm – Course starts
The session starts with Emma guiding you through how to make your wreath with traditional techniques, using holly, berries, ivy, ribbons and of course some added sparkle. Wreaths can be hung inside or out when finished.
Your host will offer a top up of mulled wine as you work!
8.30pm – Course finishes
Contact telephone number: 01308 424116
Email; enquiries@symondsburyestate.co.uk
Website: https://symondsburyestateshop.co.uk/collections/events-workshops/products/wreath-making-workshop
(Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tithe Barn, Symondsbury
Mill Lane, Symondsbury, Bridport DT6 6HG
06dec7:30 pm10:00 pmQuiz Night!at The Pymore Inn
Get your thinking caps on with The Pymore Inn's weekly pub quiz. Teams can be 2 / 4 or 6
Teams can be 2 / 4 or 6 people at £2 per person: and the prize is the cash pot and a case of beer!
(Wednesday) 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
06dec8:00 pmOpen Mic Nightat The Ropemakers
Pack your talent and leave the safety of the bedroom and come on down and strut your inner rock
Pack your talent and leave the safety of the bedroom and come on down and strut your inner rock star so that all can enjoy. All types of musician and poet welcomed. Better come early to book yer space. Hosted by the talented Chris Deacon
(Wednesday) 8:00 pm
The Ropemakers
The Ropemakers, 36 West Street, Bridport, DT6 3QP
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07dec9:30 am11:00 amCommunity Coffee Morningat St. Swithun's Church
First Thursday of every month Free coffee, cakes and snacks Raffle in aid of a
First Thursday of every month
Free coffee, cakes and snacks
Raffle in aid of a local charity
ALL WELCOME
(Thursday) 9:30 am - 11:00 am
St Swithun's Church
Allington, Bridport
07dec10:00 am3:00 pmGroves Festive Mini-Market
At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front
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At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front of hundreds of people this Christmas, so we have set up our very own festive Mini Market.
Housed in our fabulously festive marquee, joined directly onto Ivy House, you can enjoy browsing during the festive build up. A perfect opportunity to buy Christmas gifts whilst supporting local traders.
Each week there will be new traders. Keep an eye on our Social Media pages to see who is going to be with us!
Our Mini Festive Market Market starts on Saturday 25th November and then every Sunday-Friday until 22nd December.
10am-4pm.
*10am-3pm on a Thursday and Sunday*
This is a FREE event
**** If you are a local trader or crafts person looking to get your goods in front of hundreds of people, please register your interest by emailing or complete the booking form and return to minimarket@grovesnurseries.co.uk
More details here for traders: https://www.grovesnurseries.co.uk/news/511/groves-festive-mini-market
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Groves Nurseries
74 West Bay Road, Bridport, DT6 4BA
07dec4:30 pm7:00 pmTea with Santa
For three Thursday’s in December, Santa will be visiting us in Ivy House, along with Picklebottom the
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For three Thursday’s in December, Santa will be visiting us in Ivy House, along with Picklebottom the Elf (Strawberry Jam Entertainments) for an evening of festive fun. Expect a Christmassy show, games, some delicious winter warming food and of course visit to see Santa!
When you arrive, you will be shown to your table where Pickle Bottom the naughty Elf will come and welcome you.
The evening will begin with some magical Christmas entertainment by Pickle Bottom.
After you have had your dinner, each family will be invited to visit Santa in his special festive grotto. And if you have been good, get a special gift from him.
Arrive 4:30pm – finish 7pm-ish
Ticket costs:
£18 Child
£12 Adult
Family Ticket (2 adults and 2 children) £50
£10 Under 1 year olds – No food, but includes a visit to Santa, a gift and entertainment.
Evening consists of:
Visit and Show from Pickle Bottom the Elf
Visit and present from Santa
Dinner
Activity book for the children
Christmas Card from Santa
Menu:
Chilli with Rice
Vegetable Chilli with Rice
Pasta in Tomato Sauce
Selection of Puddings
Filter Tea/Coffee
Squash
Book Here:
https://www.grovesnurseries.co.uk/webshop/events/56273/santas-tea-at-the-ivy-house-kitchen-2022
(Thursday) 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Ivy House,
Groves Nurseries
07dec6:00 pm9:00 pmWine Tasting
Our first annual wine tasting! Join us in the Royal British Legion Hall on Victoria Grove for an evening
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Join us in the Royal British Legion Hall on Victoria Grove for an evening of sampling and sipping.
This event is a great way to try before you buy in the lead up to Christmas. Whether you’re looking to serve a special wine with your festive feast, choose some bottles for a party or find the perfect gift, this is the opportunity to do so. Try some new varieties, and compare and contrast to dozens that we’ll have open on the night. Take your own time tasting your way through the wines – stay for as long as you like and sample as many or as few as you wish.
We’ll be offering our usual free delivery for any purchases made on the evening, with case discounts. All wines will be available to take home or order to collect/have delivered at a date to suit you.
Tickets are £10, or free for Will’s Wine Club Members.
Tickets are available from Selected Grapes shop (Unit 88, St. Michael’s Trading Estate, DT6 3RR), online here. or on the door.
(Thursday) 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Royal British Legion Hall
Victoria Grove, Bridport, DT6 3AD
07dec7:00 pmFabulous Christmas Showbiz QuizAt Bridport Arts Centre
Bridport Arts Centre The team that brought the Fabulous Fundraising Film Quiz that opened the From Page to Screen film festival is back, to bring you our
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Bridport Arts Centre
The team that brought the Fabulous Fundraising Film Quiz that opened the From Page to Screen film festival is back, to bring you our Fabulous Showbiz Christmas Extravaganza Quiz!
Expect Spectacular Prizes, Surprise guests, audience participation and the ever-popular Simultaneous Bingo to add suspense and excitement to the evening.
Hosted once again by the hilarious Andy Bryant. You never knew you knew so much about show tunes, quotes, films, TV and music of all genres!
Festive frocks and sartorial Showbiz elegance encouraged!
Teams limited to 8 people (smaller teams welcome). Solo quiz-goers are welcome to join tables with less than 8
Thursday 07 December
Ticket Price: £10.00
Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre, Bridport Town Hall, South Street DT6 3LF. Tel: 01308 424901 or
(Thursday) 7:00 pm
Box Office01308 424901 Bridport Tourist Information, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3LF
07dec7:30 pmThe Great Escaper (12A) at the Electric PalaceInspired by a true love story
Bridport Electric Palace In the summer of 2014 – the 70th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings – octogenarian Bernie Jordan made global headlines. He’d staged a “great
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Bridport Electric Palace
In the summer of 2014 – the 70th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings – octogenarian Bernie Jordan made global headlines. He’d staged a “great escape” from his care home to join fellow war veterans on a beach in Normandy, commemorating their fallen comrades. It was a story that captured the imagination of the world – Bernie seemed to embody the defiant, “can-do” spirit of a generation that was fast disappearing.
But of course, it wasn’t the whole story. It was the story we all tell ourselves to make war and old age bearable. The bitter-sweet script explores the reality with wit and a very big heart. Bernie’s adventure, spanning a mere 48 hours, also marked the culmination of his 60-year marriage to Rene – the story celebrates their love without sentimentality and with an eye to the lessons we can all learn from the Greatest Generation.
Thursday 07 December 2023
7.30pm
Ticket Price: £7.50
Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre, Bridport Town Hall, South Street DT6 3LF. Tel: 01308 424901
(Thursday) 7:30 pm
The Electric Palace
35 South Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3NY. What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/slang.postings.jacuzzi
Box Office01308 424901 Bridport Tourist Information, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3LF
07dec8:00 pmQuiz Nightat The George, South Street
Join us at The George every Thursday for our quiz night! £2 entry free. Food served from 6pm
Join us at The George every Thursday for our quiz night!
£2 entry free.
Food served from 6pm
Great fun and great prizes!
Book now on 01308 423187
(Thursday) 8:00 pm
The George Hotel, Bridport
4 South St, Bridport DT6 3NQ
08dec10:00 am4:00 pmGroves Festive Mini-Market
At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front
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At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front of hundreds of people this Christmas, so we have set up our very own festive Mini Market.
Housed in our fabulously festive marquee, joined directly onto Ivy House, you can enjoy browsing during the festive build up. A perfect opportunity to buy Christmas gifts whilst supporting local traders.
Each week there will be new traders. Keep an eye on our Social Media pages to see who is going to be with us!
Our Mini Festive Market Market starts on Saturday 25th November and then every Sunday-Friday until 22nd December.
10am-4pm.
*10am-3pm on a Thursday and Sunday*
This is a FREE event
**** If you are a local trader or crafts person looking to get your goods in front of hundreds of people, please register your interest by emailing or complete the booking form and return to minimarket@grovesnurseries.co.uk
More details here for traders: https://www.grovesnurseries.co.uk/news/511/groves-festive-mini-market
(Friday) 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Groves Nurseries
74 West Bay Road, Bridport, DT6 4BA
08dec2:00 pm3:30 pmSt. Ives Colony of Artists: A November Art History Course: ZoomVia Zoom
From 6th November ‘St Ives colony of artists’, Monday afternoons in Bridport 2pm or Friday afternoons from 10th November, 2pm on line: The course starts by explaining
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From 6th November ‘St Ives colony of artists’, Monday afternoons in Bridport 2pm or Friday afternoons from 10th November, 2pm on line:
The course starts by explaining the history of why artists were attracted to St Ives to paint, Turner for example travelled to west Cornwall to make watercolour sketches and drawings. The quality of the light in West Cornwall remains a factor that draws painters to the area. There was an increase in the number of artists in the later 19c onward, who came to Cornwall when the railway extends to Penzance. St Ives becomes a place artists feel free to experiment in their work, and there is support in the community to do so, from other painters. This leads to a hot bed of modernity in the late 1920’s onwards, with a new visual language developing amidst the painters and sculptors, which is a British version of Modernism; but quite often holds on to very recognisable figurative elements and uses form and colour boldly, responding to the landscape and seascape around the artists. Some of the artists discussed, will be Terry Frost, Bryan Pearce, Rose Hilton, Roger Hilton, Paul Feiler, Wilhelmina Barns- Graham, Peter Lanyon, Karl Weschke, Sven Berlin and the new movement of ceramics of Cornwall and other artists. So exciting was the art of St Ives that it attracted famous artists to visit the colony and some stayed and joined it!
Fee is £65 for 6 wks,
‘drop in’ lectures for £13 each.
Venue United Hall, East Street, Bridport.
Online fee £60.
To book and for more information email chris.pamsimpson@btinternet.com
Your tutor, Pam Simpson MA, is an Associate Lecturer University of the Arts. Pam is a professional art historian, with 35 years teaching experience in London art schools.
(Friday) 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Zoom, online portal
08dec5:00 pm6:45 pmIlluminate 2023at Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Illuminate presented by OT Event Technicians. An outdoor winter enchanted lights display within the Gardens. Colourful lights transform and
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Illuminate presented by OT Event Technicians.
An outdoor winter enchanted lights display within the Gardens. Colourful lights transform and illuminate our Subtropical 18th century gardens and create a wonderful winters trail in the dark. Journey through the heart of the Gardens, in this years extended route and experience the rare plants and trees in spectacular colour which highlights the forms, shapes and textures. Experience the striking and eye-catching Illuminate alongside our Gift Shop, Plant Centre and Coffee Shop.
Enjoy the beauty of the Gardens at this time of year with family and friends. We are a dog friendly attraction, who are more than welcome on a short non-extendable lead.
The event is operated by OT Event Technicians and therefore RHS members, Tesco Clubcard vouchers, Season Ticket Holders, Passport Tickets and other such scheme cannot be used at this event.
Adults: £13.50
Children 5-15: £8.00
Tickets are on sale HERE
(Friday) 5:00 pm - 6:45 pm
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Buller's Way, Abbotsbury, DT3 4LA
08dec6:00 pm6:30 pmMeat Drawat The Ropemakers
These are the amazing prizes for tonight's Charity Meat Draw at the Ropemakers at 6pm. Tickets are
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(Friday) 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
The Ropemakers
The Ropemakers, 36 West Street, Bridport, DT6 3QP
Come and join us for our annual Christmas Quiz. 7.30pm start
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Come and join us for our annual Christmas Quiz.
7.30pm start
Maximum team size of 6
£5 per person
Cash prize up for grabs!
No need to book, just turn up on the night!
All monies raised will go towards our next production.
BYOB
There will be a raffle and teas and coffees available.
(Friday) 7:30 pm
Royal British Legion Hall
Victoria Grove, Bridport, DT6 3AD
08dec7:30 pmWest Gallery Carol Concert
Book via www.ridgewaysingersandband.org Tel 01305 262159 Tickets are £12, Under 18s £6 Seasonal refreshments available Other dates: 10 December: Church of Lady St.
Book via www.ridgewaysingersandband.org
Tel 01305 262159
Tickets are £12, Under 18s £6
Seasonal refreshments available
Other dates:
10 December: Church of Lady St. Mary, Wareham, BH20 4ND at 4.00pm
20 December: Dorford Centre, Dorchester, DT1 1RR at 7.30pm
(Friday) 7:30 pm
St Nicholas' Church, Abbotsbury
Church Street, Abbotsbury, DT3 4JJ
08dec7:30 pmThe Miracle Club (12A) at the Electric PalaceThe best journeys take you home
Bridport Electric Palace Ballygar, Dublin, Ireland, 1968: close friends Lily (Maggie Smith), Eileen (Kathy Bates), and Dolly (Agnes O’Casey) win the trip of a lifetime – a
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Bridport Electric Palace
Ballygar, Dublin, Ireland, 1968: close friends Lily (Maggie Smith), Eileen (Kathy Bates), and Dolly (Agnes O’Casey) win the trip of a lifetime – a pilgrimage to Lourdes. With each woman desperately in need of a personal miracle, the trip seems like an answer to all their prayers.
But when they are joined by Chrissie (Laura Linney), returning to Dublin after decades in America, deep wounds from the past are re-opened and bitter truths exposed.
As they confront one another and embrace their shared past, the group reckon with revelations that will change them forever.
Directed by Thaddeus O’Sullivan, The Miracle Club is a heartfelt story of friendship, family, and forgiveness.
Friday 08 December 2023
7.30pm
Ticket Price: £7.50
Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre, Bridport Town Hall, South Street DT6 3LF. Tel: 01308 424901
(Friday) 7:30 pm
The Electric Palace
35 South Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3NY. What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/slang.postings.jacuzzi
Box Office01308 424901 Bridport Tourist Information, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3LF
08dec8:00 pmJazz: La Vie En RoseAt Bridport Arts Centre
Bridport Arts Centre The heartfelt wail of the blues; the sultry heat of the campfire; the crazy swirl of the bal musette, all fused together with virtuosity
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Bridport Arts Centre
The heartfelt wail of the blues; the sultry heat of the campfire; the crazy swirl of the bal musette, all fused together with virtuosity and passion in the melting pot of 1930’s Paris: the result was gypsy jazz.
Now ‘La Vie en Rose’ play this exuberant, toe-tapping music with a swing and joie-de-vivre as fresh today as when Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli first conjured it from the back streets of Pigalle.
With two guitarists, violin, clarinet and double bass, the band consists of five musicians with wide-ranging individual backgrounds in classical music, traditional jazz, rock, blues, country, ragtime and roots, pulled together by the shared pleasure of gypsy jazz and hot swing.
Friday 08 December at 8pm
Ticket Price:
£14.00 Adult
£12.00 Concession (Disability, JSA & Income Support)
£5.00 Child
Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre, Bridport Town Hall, South Street DT6 3LF. Tel: 01308 424901 or
(Friday) 8:00 pm
Box Office01308 424901 Bridport Tourist Information, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3LF
08dec9:15 pmBarney Kenny Liveat The Ropemakers
Barney Kenny is quickly carving out a name for himself as a solo artist across the folk circuits. Armed with a
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Barney Kenny is quickly carving out a name for himself as a solo artist across the folk circuits. Armed with a 6 string and a Lapsteel slide guitar, Barney Kenny’s music doesn’t fall into the normal trappings of ‘folk’. Heavily influenced by world music, blues and rock, Barney blends storytelling and acoustic music with his foot-stomping somewhat delta style. He has racked up several thousand views on the Narrowboat Sessions platform and also over social media.
(Friday) 9:15 pm
The Ropemakers
The Ropemakers, 36 West Street, Bridport, DT6 3QP
08dec10:00 pmDisco!at The White Lion, Bridport
The White Lion is hosting a disco every Friday night!Pop along and have your favourite
(Friday) 10:00 pm
The White Lion, Bridport
1 West Allington, DT6 5BJ
09dec10:00 am2:45 pmAbbotsbury Gardens Santa's Grotto
Our Santa’s Grotto is back again this year – TICKETS ON SALE! Someone very special
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Our Santa’s Grotto is back again this year – TICKETS ON SALE!
Someone very special is taking time out of their busy winter schedule to visit the beautiful Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens.
Come meet Father Christmas in his cosy cabin, a festive magical Grotto at the Gardens. Make it an enchanting visit with a talk to Father Christmas and receive a special gift. After meeting Father Christmas you are free explore the gardens for a winters stroll.
Enjoy and celebrate the spirit of Christmas with this special and wonderful tradition.
A child’s Santa’s Grotto ticket includes entry to the Gardens for the child plus one free accompanying adult. Additional adults can enter the Gardens by purchasing a Winter Offer Ticket on the day. Please note siblings are able see Santa’s together. Every child must have ticket (maximum of 3 children per booking slot).
Tickets are £12 per child
Please note the Illuminate event by OT Event Technicians is not included with this ticket.
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 2:45 pm
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Buller's Way, Abbotsbury, DT3 4LA
09dec10:00 am1:30 pmStrawflower Workshop
This is a chance to get in touch with the season, work with natural materials and be creative. Learn to
This is a chance to get in touch with the season, work with natural materials and be creative.
Learn to create you own garland or wreath.
£30 per person – tea and snacks provided.
To book your place, email: colfoxlily@gmail.com
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Manor Yard
Symondsbury
09dec10:00 am8:00 pmTurkey and Tinsel Tombola
All proceeds for the Weldmar Hospice
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All proceeds for the Weldmar Hospice
*** LOTS of prizes – bottles, gifts, chocolates, Christmas presents and more… ***
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
The Ropemakers
The Ropemakers, 36 West Street, Bridport, DT6 3QP
09dec3:00 pm5:00 pmFOOTBALL: Bridport vs. Elburton VillaSupport the Bridport Bees!
09dec5:00 pm6:45 pmIlluminate 2023at Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Illuminate presented by OT Event Technicians. An outdoor winter enchanted lights display within the Gardens. Colourful lights transform and
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Illuminate presented by OT Event Technicians.
An outdoor winter enchanted lights display within the Gardens. Colourful lights transform and illuminate our Subtropical 18th century gardens and create a wonderful winters trail in the dark. Journey through the heart of the Gardens, in this years extended route and experience the rare plants and trees in spectacular colour which highlights the forms, shapes and textures. Experience the striking and eye-catching Illuminate alongside our Gift Shop, Plant Centre and Coffee Shop.
Enjoy the beauty of the Gardens at this time of year with family and friends. We are a dog friendly attraction, who are more than welcome on a short non-extendable lead.
The event is operated by OT Event Technicians and therefore RHS members, Tesco Clubcard vouchers, Season Ticket Holders, Passport Tickets and other such scheme cannot be used at this event.
Adults: £13.50
Children 5-15: £8.00
Tickets are on sale HERE
(Saturday) 5:00 pm - 6:45 pm
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Buller's Way, Abbotsbury, DT3 4LA
09dec7:00 pmBoogie Nights at the Electric Palace (18+)Ain't no doubt we are here to party.
Bridport Electric Palace Enjoy a night bursting with all the disco classics….from funk, soul, groove & motown through to the best 70s and 80s dancefloor fillers.
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Bridport Electric Palace
Enjoy a night bursting with all the disco classics….from funk, soul, groove & motown through to the best 70s and 80s dancefloor fillers.
YOUR ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS 2023 PARTY NIGHT AT BRIDPORT ELECTRIC PALACE
★ PARTY STARTS 7pm with DJ Dr Funk
★ COMPLIMENTARY FIZZ.
Enjoy a glass of chilled Prosecco on arrival
★ COCKTAILS by Lloyd Brown of Dark Bear
★ DANCE to a 10 piece live band ‘Souled Out’ from 8pm plus vinyl disco until midnight
Advance tickets
£22.50 PER PERSON
£20.50 PER PERSON (show only with GROUP BOOKING OFFER*)
* 4+ tickets, paid for in one transaction
With four powerful vocalists, a superb 4 piece rhythm and a sensational brass section, Souled Out are so much more than just a band. They perform the whole spectrum of dance music from the 50’s through to present day chart hits as well as classic soul. Their spectacular live show with costume changes, choreographed dance routines and excellent state-of-the-art sound, light and multimedia systems has earned them the reputation as one of the most exciting live showbands performing in the UK and around the world!
Twenty years on and the band have gone on to play at venues like Birmingham NEC, Wembley Arena, Knebworth and Earls Court as well as all the top hotels in the UK and Europe including The Grosvenor Mayfair, The London Metropole, The Ritz in Portugal, Hilton Prague and are the only band to have played New Years Eve at Jumeirah Beach Hotel Dubai three years running.
Saturday 09 December 2023
7pm
Ticket Price: £22.50 (£20.50 group offer if you buy 4+ tickets in one transaction)
Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre, Bridport Town Hall, South Street DT6 3LF. Tel: 01308 424901
(Saturday) 7:00 pm
The Electric Palace
35 South Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3NY. What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/slang.postings.jacuzzi
Box Office01308 424901 Bridport Tourist Information, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3LF
09dec7:30 pm"Ring Christmas Bells" Concert
An evening of festive music across the centuries, modern songs and traditional carols. Tickets are £12, from Smith
Tickets are £12, from Smith & Smith (West Street), Bridport Music Centre (South Street) or on the door.
(Saturday) 7:30 pm
Bridport United Church
United Church Hall, East Street, Bridport
09dec8:00 pmLaugh Out Proud at Bridport Arts Centre (18+)LONDON’S BRAND NEW LGBTQIA+ COMEDY NIGHT
Bridport Arts Centre Laugh Out Proud at Bridport Arts Centre will feature the stand-up-comedy delights of Mark Cram, Kate Martin and Daniel Foxx! This is night is all about
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Bridport Arts Centre
Laugh Out Proud at Bridport Arts Centre will feature the stand-up-comedy delights of Mark Cram, Kate Martin and Daniel Foxx!
This is night is all about giving acts and audiences alike a fun and friendly place to express themselves, kick back, have a laugh and good time in an inclusive and welcoming comedy club environment. Whether it’s comedy, cabaret or anything in between – Laugh Out Proud is the queer night out you’re looking for.
Mark Cram is quite the all-rounder; with both a killer set and strong MCing chops. For the last few years Mark has been plying his comedy trade across the UK. Constantly evolving, usually unpredictable; he is garnering positive reactions everywhere he goes. – “A Masterclass in comedy design” Newbury Weekly News
Kate Martin is ‘brilliantly funny & energetic’ (Angela Barnes) and her ‘confident delivery and slick material’ (Chortle) have quickly established her as one of the most exciting new acts on the circuit. At 6ft 1 and with the longest wingspan in comedy (*probably), Kate’s a naturally engaging, energetic performer with effortlessly tight gags to match. Her unique background in mental health has given her a fresh take on the world, a completely distinctive voice, and fuels her high energy storytelling, whip-smart punchlines and razor-sharp observations of life’s quirks through queer eyes. – ‘Undeniably gifted. Explosive new talent, definitely an act that you will be bragging about seeing early in her career.’ NDC
Daniel Foxx is an award-winning comedian and writer from London. His easy-going delivery and sharp jokes have quickly established him as one of the most exciting new acts on the UK comedy circuit, whilst his comedy sketch videos have earned him a huge online following and millions of views. On screen, Daniel has performed on BBC One and BBC Three as part of the BBC New Comedy Awards- ‘Funny and filthy’ Graham Norton
Saturday 09 December at 8pm (18+)
Ticket Price:
£14.00 Adult
£12.60 Supporter
£12.00 Concession (Disability, JSA & Income Support)
Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre, Bridport Town Hall, South Street DT6 3LF. Tel: 01308 424901 or
(Saturday) 8:00 pm
Box Office01308 424901 Bridport Tourist Information, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3LF
09dec9:15 pmWindshake Liveat The Ropemakers
Originally spawned in Wales, WINDSHAKE have resided in Bristol for the better part of
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Originally spawned in Wales, WINDSHAKE have resided in Bristol for the better part of three years where they have laboured and toiled in the vain hope of making good. The first act in this comedy of errors reached completion with the release of the band’s debut album “Waking Moment” in December 2021.
(Saturday) 9:15 pm
The Ropemakers
The Ropemakers, 36 West Street, Bridport, DT6 3QP
10dec9:00 am11:00 amArmed Forces Veterans Breakfast Clubat The Greyhound
Armed Forces Veterans Breakfast Club Sunday
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Armed Forces Veterans Breakfast Club
Sunday 10th December 2023
9am-11am
Greyhound Hotel (Wetherspoons), East Street, Bridport
For Serving Armed Forces Personnel, Veterans, Partners and Relatives- All welcome
No subs or joining fees, just breakfast and banter
(Sunday) 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Greyhound Hotel (Wetherspoons)
2 East St, Bridport DT6 3LF
10dec10:00 am2:30 pmSanta Visits Bridport!at Bridport WI Hall
Book your FREE place now! https://bridportandwestbay.co.uk/tickets/santas-grotto/
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Book your FREE place now! https://bridportandwestbay.co.uk/tickets/santas-grotto/
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Bridport WI Hall
North Street DT6 3JQ
10dec10:00 am2:45 pmAbbotsbury Gardens Santa's Grotto
Our Santa’s Grotto is back again this year – TICKETS ON SALE! Someone very special
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Our Santa’s Grotto is back again this year – TICKETS ON SALE!
Someone very special is taking time out of their busy winter schedule to visit the beautiful Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens.
Come meet Father Christmas in his cosy cabin, a festive magical Grotto at the Gardens. Make it an enchanting visit with a talk to Father Christmas and receive a special gift. After meeting Father Christmas you are free explore the gardens for a winters stroll.
Enjoy and celebrate the spirit of Christmas with this special and wonderful tradition.
A child’s Santa’s Grotto ticket includes entry to the Gardens for the child plus one free accompanying adult. Additional adults can enter the Gardens by purchasing a Winter Offer Ticket on the day. Please note siblings are able see Santa’s together. Every child must have ticket (maximum of 3 children per booking slot).
Tickets are £12 per child
Please note the Illuminate event by OT Event Technicians is not included with this ticket.
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 2:45 pm
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Buller's Way, Abbotsbury, DT3 4LA
10dec10:00 am3:00 pmGroves Festive Mini-Market
At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front
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At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front of hundreds of people this Christmas, so we have set up our very own festive Mini Market.
Housed in our fabulously festive marquee, joined directly onto Ivy House, you can enjoy browsing during the festive build up. A perfect opportunity to buy Christmas gifts whilst supporting local traders.
Each week there will be new traders. Keep an eye on our Social Media pages to see who is going to be with us!
Our Mini Festive Market Market starts on Saturday 25th November and then every Sunday-Friday until 22nd December.
10am-4pm.
*10am-3pm on a Thursday and Sunday*
This is a FREE event
**** If you are a local trader or crafts person looking to get your goods in front of hundreds of people, please register your interest by emailing or complete the booking form and return to minimarket@grovesnurseries.co.uk
More details here for traders: https://www.grovesnurseries.co.uk/news/511/groves-festive-mini-market
(Sunday) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Groves Nurseries
74 West Bay Road, Bridport, DT6 4BA
Run, walk, crawl or hop 1 mile in fancy dress! All ages welcome and
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Run, walk, crawl or hop 1 mile in fancy dress!
All ages welcome and medals for all!
Prizes available – including for best dressed!
Tea/Coffee/Cake Stall and Music!
£4 per entry
Scan the QR code for entry of visit:
preschool.sumupstore.com
(Sunday) 10:30 am
St. Catherines School
Pymore Road, Bridport
10dec2:00 pmScreening: CBeebies Panto - Robin Hood (U)At Bridport Electric Palace
Bridport Electric Palace Recorded at Venue Cymru, Llandudno CBeebies Panto is coming back in cinemas for yet another Christmassy adventure, this time with Robin Hood at
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Bridport Electric Palace
Recorded at Venue Cymru, Llandudno
CBeebies Panto is coming back in cinemas for yet another Christmassy adventure, this time with Robin Hood at the helm!
As always, the show will feature many of CBeebies’ most popular actors and presenters. Full of catchy songs, dancing, and pantomime fun, it promises to be the must-see Christmas event for preschoolers and their families.
Sunday 10 December 2023
2pm
Ticket Price: Adults £7.50 / Under 16’s £5.50
Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre, Bridport Town Hall, South Street DT6 3LF. Tel: 01308 424901
(Sunday) 2:00 pm
The Electric Palace
35 South Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3NY. What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/slang.postings.jacuzzi
Box Office01308 424901 Bridport Tourist Information, South Street, Bridport, DT6 3LF
10dec4:00 pmRosie Eade and Jon Maybeyat The Ropemakers
Rosie Eade "Folk Pixie" and Jon Maybey have long been crossing paths on the south-west
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Rosie Eade “Folk Pixie” and Jon Maybey have long been crossing paths on the south-west music scene.
As multi-instrumentalists and songwriters, they now combine their love of folk and world music, with a splash of pop/rock, around a mix of traditional and original songs, tunes and improvisation.
Rosie on vocals (likened to the voices of Sandy Denny, Maddy Prior and Grace Slick), acoustic guitar, saxophone and penny whistle.
Jon on mandolin, electric guitar, stomp box and loop pedal.
(Sunday) 4:00 pm
The Ropemakers
The Ropemakers, 36 West Street, Bridport, DT6 3QP
10dec5:00 pm6:45 pmIlluminate 2023at Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Illuminate presented by OT Event Technicians. An outdoor winter enchanted lights display within the Gardens. Colourful lights transform and
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Illuminate presented by OT Event Technicians.
An outdoor winter enchanted lights display within the Gardens. Colourful lights transform and illuminate our Subtropical 18th century gardens and create a wonderful winters trail in the dark. Journey through the heart of the Gardens, in this years extended route and experience the rare plants and trees in spectacular colour which highlights the forms, shapes and textures. Experience the striking and eye-catching Illuminate alongside our Gift Shop, Plant Centre and Coffee Shop.
Enjoy the beauty of the Gardens at this time of year with family and friends. We are a dog friendly attraction, who are more than welcome on a short non-extendable lead.
The event is operated by OT Event Technicians and therefore RHS members, Tesco Clubcard vouchers, Season Ticket Holders, Passport Tickets and other such scheme cannot be used at this event.
Adults: £13.50
Children 5-15: £8.00
Tickets are on sale HERE
(Sunday) 5:00 pm - 6:45 pm
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Buller's Way, Abbotsbury, DT3 4LA
11dec10:00 am4:00 pmGroves Festive Mini-Market
At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front
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At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front of hundreds of people this Christmas, so we have set up our very own festive Mini Market.
Housed in our fabulously festive marquee, joined directly onto Ivy House, you can enjoy browsing during the festive build up. A perfect opportunity to buy Christmas gifts whilst supporting local traders.
Each week there will be new traders. Keep an eye on our Social Media pages to see who is going to be with us!
Our Mini Festive Market Market starts on Saturday 25th November and then every Sunday-Friday until 22nd December.
10am-4pm.
*10am-3pm on a Thursday and Sunday*
This is a FREE event
**** If you are a local trader or crafts person looking to get your goods in front of hundreds of people, please register your interest by emailing or complete the booking form and return to minimarket@grovesnurseries.co.uk
More details here for traders: https://www.grovesnurseries.co.uk/news/511/groves-festive-mini-market
(Monday) 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Groves Nurseries
74 West Bay Road, Bridport, DT6 4BA
11dec2:00 pm4:30 pmBridge Lessonswith Bridport Bridge Club
Classes are suitable for anyone interested in learning how to play duplicate bridge. No experience is necessary, and you
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Classes are suitable for anyone interested in learning how to play duplicate bridge. No experience is necessary, and you don’t need to come with a partner. The sessions are also ideal for ‘rusty’ players who have not played for a while and would like to get back on track with their bridge.
The course will run for 16 weeks, with a break for Christmas, followed by a number of supervised practice sessions. Players will then be ready to join the Friday afternoon Relaxed Bridge club sessions or will be able to play social bridge with friends. Sessions are £5 each, payable on the day.
New 16 week course starting Monday, 30th October 2023.
**FREE INTRO SESSION MONDAY, 23 OCTOBER 2023**
No experience necessary – come on your own or with a partner!
For more details contact Martin: 01308 861120
Email: bridportbridgeclub@gmail.com
Website: www.bridgewebs.com/bridport.
(Monday) 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Bradpole Forster Village Hall
Higher St, Bradpole, DT6 3JA
From 6th November ‘St Ives colony of artists’, Monday afternoons in Bridport 2pm or Friday afternoons from 10th November, 2pm on line: The course starts by explaining
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From 6th November ‘St Ives colony of artists’, Monday afternoons in Bridport 2pm or Friday afternoons from 10th November, 2pm on line:
The course starts by explaining the history of why artists were attracted to St Ives to paint, Turner for example travelled to west Cornwall to make watercolour sketches and drawings. The quality of the light in West Cornwall remains a factor that draws painters to the area. There was an increase in the number of artists in the later 19c onward, who came to Cornwall when the railway extends to Penzance. St Ives becomes a place artists feel free to experiment in their work, and there is support in the community to do so, from other painters. This leads to a hot bed of modernity in the late 1920’s onwards, with a new visual language developing amidst the painters and sculptors, which is a British version of Modernism; but quite often holds on to very recognisable figurative elements and uses form and colour boldly, responding to the landscape and seascape around the artists. Some of the artists discussed, will be Terry Frost, Bryan Pearce, Rose Hilton, Roger Hilton, Paul Feiler, Wilhelmina Barns- Graham, Peter Lanyon, Karl Weschke, Sven Berlin and the new movement of ceramics of Cornwall and other artists. So exciting was the art of St Ives that it attracted famous artists to visit the colony and some stayed and joined it!
Fee is £65 for 6 wks,
‘drop in’ lectures for £13 each.
Venue United Hall, East Street, Bridport.
Online fee £60.
To book and for more information email chris.pamsimpson@btinternet.com
Your tutor, Pam Simpson MA, is an Associate Lecturer University of the Arts. Pam is a professional art historian, with 35 years teaching experience in London art schools.
Click here for Zoom Course Details.
(Monday) 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Zoom, online portal
11dec7:30 pmBINGO!at The George, Bridport
Join us at The George Hotel for our new weekly bingo nights. Multiple prizes up for grabs,
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Join us at The George Hotel for our new weekly bingo nights.
Multiple prizes up for grabs,
£5 per person
A thrilling night of bingo awaits – reserve your seat now and let the games begin!
01308 423187
info@thegeorgebridport.co.uk
(Monday) 7:30 pm
The George Hotel, Bridport
4 South St, Bridport DT6 3NQ
12dec9:30 am4:30 pmPig in a Day Workshopat Symondsbury Estate
This comprehensive, hands-on course is for anyone wanting to improve their repertoire of culinary skills whether you are a chef or
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This comprehensive, hands-on course is for anyone wanting to improve their repertoire of culinary skills whether you are a chef or an enthusiastic cook.
We’ll cover the complete pig to plate journey from how to keep pigs and then process a whole side of pork into amazing products via basic butchery to in-depth artisan methods such as curing, sausage making and small goods such as pate. The day is a practical course given under close tuition whereby we encourage everyone to take part and have a go. The course is designed to accommodate small groups so that each participant is fully engaged in the process.
Date: Tuesday 12th December
Time: 9.30am – 4.30pm
Please Note: Maximum 12 people per course.
Program For The Day
9.30am – Arrival with coffee, tea and homemade bacon taster
10.00am – Intro to recognising high welfare, basic butchery breaking the carcass into primary cuts
1.30pm – Lunch
2.15pm – Further processing pork into secondary cuts, curing techniques, sausage and pate making
4.30pm – Course finishes
The course is £175 and tickets are available here:
https://symondsburyestateshop.co.uk/products/pig-in-a-day-masterclass
(Tuesday) 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Symondsbury Estate
Symondsbury, Bridport, DT6 6HG
Symondsbury Estate01308 424116 or enquiries@symondsburyestate.co.uk
12dec10:00 am4:00 pmGroves Festive Mini-Market
At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front
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At Groves, we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front of hundreds of people this Christmas, so we have set up our very own festive Mini Market.
Housed in our fabulously festive marquee, joined directly onto Ivy House, you can enjoy browsing during the festive build up. A perfect opportunity to buy Christmas gifts whilst supporting local traders.
Each week there will be new traders. Keep an eye on our Social Media pages to see who is going to be with us!
Our Mini Festive Market Market starts on Saturday 25th November and then every Sunday-Friday until 22nd December.
10am-4pm.
*10am-3pm on a Thursday and Sunday*
This is a FREE event
**** If you are a local trader or crafts person looking to get your goods in front of hundreds of people, please register your interest by emailing or complete the booking form and return to minimarket@grovesnurseries.co.uk
More details here for traders: https://www.grovesnurseries.co.uk/news/511/groves-festive-mini-market
(Tuesday) 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Groves Nurseries
74 West Bay Road, Bridport, DT6 4BA
12dec5:30 pmHip Hop Beatsat Tortilla Cantina
Come along to Tortilla Cantina for out weekly music night - with a hip hop beat - and two for
Come along to Tortilla Cantina for out weekly music night – with a hip hop beat – and two for one tacos!
(Tuesday) 5:30 pm
Tortilla Cantina
31 East Street, Bridport, DT6 3JX
12dec7:00 pm9:00 pmFestive Wreath Makingat Symondsbury Tithe Barn
Join the Friends of Symondsbury School at our wonderful annual Christmas Wreath Making evening in the stunningly
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Join the Friends of Symondsbury School at our wonderful annual Christmas Wreath Making evening in the stunningly festive Symondsbury Tithe Barn.
Perfect for a group of friends, family, or workmates. Mulled wine, festive treats, carols playing, and the smell of Christmas… book tickets now to avoid disappointment!
Included in the evening:
Wreath pack (wreath ring, moss, twine, pins, ribbon)
A good bunch of conifer for your base layer
Extra foliage for the top layer
Special festive decorations to add that extra festive glitz to your wreath
Gather your gang, and if you’re coming alone don’t worry, there’ll be the usual warm spirit of Symondsbury Friends to welcome you in. There will be full instruction from our expert Becky from Groves Garden Centre and Nurseries. Don’t feel constrained, we encourage you to unleash your individual style and have fun! Do bring any items you might wish to include on your wreath, be as creative as you want to be.
There will be a fair-priced bar with Prosecco, mulled wine and soft drinks, mountains of mince pies and, of course, no school event would really be complete without the excitement of a raffle, so bring your pennies for maximum fun.
All profits will go towards enhancing the education and enrichment of the children at Symondsbury Primary School.
**Earlybird Tickets £30 until Nov 5th or they sell out!**
£35 Regular
Tickets on sale at https://symondsbury-school.sumupstore.com/product/festive-wreath-making
(Tuesday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Tithe Barn, Symondsbury
Mill Lane, Symondsbury, Bridport DT6 6HG
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