Buried in Time
19th March – 31st Oct

11am – 4pm every day (excluding Mondays)
West Bay Discovery Centre

Discover West Bay’s Jurassic Past.
Pop-up exhibition unlocking the secrets of West Bay’s geology. Come and join us for fossil fun and fascinating facts – for children and adults!
11am – 4pm every day (excluding Mondays)
Admission free – donations welcomed

01308 427288
manager@westbaydiscoverycentre.org.uk
westbaydiscoverycentre.org.uk

Love My Object

What would you save if the museum was on fire?

Bridport Museum’s volunteers have displayed some special objects around Bridport for you to discover.

Everyone has a special thing. A family heirloom, your first Teddy Bear or perhaps a piece of jewellery. Anyone can see what it is, but why would you save that, and only that particular item from a fire?

The Museum Volunteers were asked this same question, with the twist that they could only choose something from the collection!

You can find the first Love My Object displays at Bridport Library, Bridport Leisure Centre and in the Museum from Tuesday 5^th April.

 Why not get involved by scanning the QR code and telling the Museum about the special object you’d save from a fire?

Alternatively, share a picture on social media and tag them on Twitter @bridportmuseum or Instagram @bridport_museum, using the hashtags #LoveMyObject and #TheRightStuff

 Love My Object is part of the Museum’s community project ‘The Right Stuff’, which asks some tricky questions – Why do we have certain things? Should we have them? If not, where should they go? Find out more about the project by visiting their website www.bridportmuseum.co.uk.

A series of photographs by Nathaniel Sesay

Nathaniel Sesay, aka Mash P, was born in Taiama, Southern Sierra Leone. When he was nine years old he was captured by rebels and forced to fight in Sierra Leone’s brutal civil war.  After the war, rejected by family, he lived on the streets of Freetown for 12 years

Mash took up photography in 2018 and began taking photographs on Bume Dirty Box, the biggest rubbish dump in Freetown where many families scrape an existence. He followed a young boy called Mamadu who was the same age as Mash was when he was captured. The images give an honest and authentic portrayal of life on the dump, not just the misery but also the joy.

He has had exhibitions in London, Manchester and Portland, USA.

Eight years ago Mash found the charity WAYout and recorded an album ‘Mr President’, playing a mixture of Afrobeat and dance hall. ‘Music brings me peace’, he says, and his music has become increasingly upbeat with dance music alongside the more serious tracks like ‘After the Jungle’ which features Frank Turner.

He now has a Global Talent Visa and 3-year Resident’s Permit to study and work in the UK. He wants to be accepted for his talent not rejected for his past.

You can support Mash P through his Patreon link here.

Swashbuckling Pirate Fun at West Bay Discovery Centre

Saturday 28th May – Sunday 29th May  (shut Monday 30th) then Tuesday 24th – Sunday 5th June 2022

11am – 4pm

West Bay Discovery Centre, Chapel on the Beach, West Bay, Dorset DT6 4EN

AHOY there me hearties, fancy some swashbuckling fun this half term?

Join our very own pirate Jack Sparrow all through half term and help us find the pirates pebbles that are hidden around the Centre. Open every day but Monday 11am -4pm. Admission free, donations welcomed.

Other special events over half term:-

Wednesday 25th May & Saturday 4th June-Pirate Hat making.

 NB It is also West Bay Days Pirate Day on Saturday 4th June a day full of fun for all the family including games, craft stalls, music and fireworks. Come and join in the fun!

We are thrilled to share the upcoming 2022 Spring Season of MET Opera and Exhibition On Screen.

After a very long gap in our programme, we are delighted to announce the return of the MET Opera and Exhibitions on screen to the Bridport Arts Centre.

We will publish timings for these events as soon as they are available.

Tickets available by calling 01308 424901 or pop into Bridport Tourist Information Centre. www.bridport-arts.com

Every Wednesday: Meet outside Bridport United Church, East Street, Bridport DT6 3LJ.

Walks 30 to 40 minutes (mainly flat firm surfaces, might include gentle
slopes and no stiles).

A shorter walk is offered on 1st Wednesday of every month – shorter walk of under 30 minutes.

• Walks are free!

• No need to book, just turn up.

• Risk assessed routes with trained walk leaders.

• The friendly walkers and leaders socialise nearby after the walks (free or reasonably
priced refreshments available, bring your own mug on Thursday for outdoor
refreshments).

• New walkers always welcome, arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to complete a short form.

• Walkers should wear suitable footwear and clothing.

Contact Sarah Davies: 01305 252222
Sarah.davies@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/dorset-health-walks

Take a walk back in time this year with Bridport Museum

Bridport Museum’s Historic Guided Walks are back by popular demand this Easter.

The volunteer guides will lead walks around Bridport, sharing some of their fascinating insights into the town’s unique past.

The walks will be running on Thursday mornings from 7 April.

These popular walks leave from the Museum at 11am, and last around an hour. All are easy level walking, and cost £5 per adult. Children are free.

There is no need to pre-book, you can just turn up.

Museum Director Emily Hicks said: ‘Delving into Bridport’s heritage: the buildings, the people and the stories: there is always something new to discover about our town. And, if you’d rather explore under your own steam, you can download trails from our website and get out and about when you feel like it.’

For more information: www.bridportmuseum.co.uk or follow the Museum on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @bridportmuseum.

UPCOMING COURSES!

Learn to dance the iconic movements of the 1920’s known as Charleston! During our courses we will look at the different styles of Charleston over the 1920’s, 30’s & 40’s, adding some vernacular/vintage Jazz movements and a little bit of history along the way.

​Each week we will learn a piece of a routine, focusing on both technique and how to dance each movement.  Every piece of choreography is led by the song to make sure we are looking and musicality and lyricality, however, our classes are anything but serious, we are there to have fun and learn to dance!  Dancers of all (or no) experience are welcome!

BRIDPORT: ST. MARY’S HALL
28th April to 26th May – Weekly

Book in Advance.
New and Returning dancers welcome.

https://www.dynamic-dance.uk/

Life Drawing Sessions

Every Thursday

6.30pm-9pm

At Tower Studio, St Michael’s Trading Estate, Bridport

Weekly drop in sessions, just book your easel in advance- All abilities welcome, Drawing materials for sale or bring your own, Easels, boards and refreshments provided £12.50

07767 622470

clairenuttallart@gmail.com

Ralph Fiennes (Antony & Cleopatra) leads the cast in David Hare’s (Skylight) blazing account of the most powerful man in New York, a master manipulator whose legacy changed the city forever.

For forty uninterrupted years, Robert Moses exploited those in office through a mix of charm and intimidation.

Motivated at first by a determination to improve the lives of New York City’s workers, he created parks, bridges and 627 miles of expressway to connect the people to the great outdoors.

Faced with resistance by protest groups campaigning for a very different idea of what the city should become, will the weakness of democracy be exposed in the face of his charismatic conviction?

Date:  Thursday 26 May 2022

Time: Starts 7pm

Ticket Price: Advance £13.00 / door £14.00

Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre, Bridport Town Hall, South Street DT6 3LF. Tel: 01308 424901

www.electricpalace.org.uk

Bridport Arts Centre

From visionary director Emerald Fennell (Killing Eve) comes a delicious new take on revenge. Everyone said Cassie (Carey Mulligan) was a promising young woman… until a mysterious event abruptly derailed her future. But nothing in Cassie’s life is what it appears to be: she’s wickedly smart, tantalizingly cunning, and she’s living a secret double life by night.  Now, an unexpected encounter is about to give Cassie a chance to right the wrongs of the past in this thrilling and wildly entertaining story.

Date: Thursday 26 May 2022

Time: 7.30pm

Ticket Price: Adult £6.00 / Supporter & Conc £5.00

Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre, Bridport Town Hall, South Street DT6 3LF. Tel: 01308 424901 or

www.bridport-arts.com

Seven illustrators exhibit together in the heart of Bridport: Rowan Beecham, Jennifer Christie, Megan Edwards, Pippa Evans, Delphine Jones, Nicole Purdie, Russ Snedker. Contemporary illustrations in a wide variety of styles and media- including drawing, printmaking, digital and woven fibre. Original artworks for sale as well as prints, cards and merchandise.

10.00am to 5.00pm daily

Live Nation & The Comedy Store presents

With nearly 40 years’ experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a breeding ground for new comedy talent, and remains the place to see tomorrow’s stars today. The likes of Eddie Izzard, John Bishop, Jimmy Carr, Rhod Gilbert and Sarah Millican, have all cut their comedy teeth with us.We bring you “The Best In Stand Up” from around the globe, showcasing the brightest names in comedy today.

Date:  Friday 27 May 2022

Time: Starts 7.30pm

Ticket Price: Advance £16.00 / Door £17.00 (18+years)

Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre, Bridport Town Hall, South Street DT6 3LF. Tel: 01308 424901

www.electricpalace.org.uk

Check out several other upcoming dates across 2021 and 2022:

Friday 08 October 2021

Friday 03 December 2021

Friday 25 March 2022

Friday 27 May 2022

Friday 16 September 2022

Friday 18 November 2022

A dynamic and inspiring collective of musicians who infuse an array of genres culminating in a melting pot of sax, strings, drums & keys. Mischa & His Merry Men deliver an energetic and compelling performance with their uplifting, socially charged originals taking you on an exciting voyage laced with messages of peace, love & unity… the revolution starts here!

What is St Mary’s parkrun?

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you!

Where is it?

The event takes place at Bridport FC, St. Mary’s Field, Skilling Hill Road, Bridport, DT6 5LA

When is it?

Every Saturday at 9:00am.

What does it cost to join in?

Nothing – it’s free! but please register before you first come along. Only ever register with parkrun once and don’t forget to bring a scannable copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it, you won’t get a time.

How fast do I have to be?

We all take part for our own enjoyment. Please come along and join in whatever your pace!

St Mary’s parkrun needs you!

It is entirely organised by volunteers – email stmarys@parkrun.com to help.

We’re friendly!

Every week we grab a post parkrun coffee in the Rockburn Bouldering Centre, Priory Ln, Bridport, DT6 3RW – please come and join us!

Seven illustrators exhibit together in the heart of Bridport: Rowan Beecham, Jennifer Christie, Megan Edwards, Pippa Evans, Delphine Jones, Nicole Purdie, Russ Snedker. Contemporary illustrations in a wide variety of styles and media- including drawing, printmaking, digital and woven fibre. Original artworks for sale as well as prints, cards and merchandise.

10.00am to 5.00pm daily

Robert’s new exhibition at Sou’-Sou’-West Gallery in Symondsbury is the result of five years of study, experimenting with different surfaces, grounds and mediums.  Entitled ‘Reflections of Venice’, Robert showcases the culmination of many hours spent sketching and testing colours which would best represent the light and tones of Venice, and striving to capture the atmosphere of the city in a visually recognisable way, but in an abstract style.

With the use of strong black lines and a limited palette on a pure white gesso panel surface, Robert depicts the architecture, basilicas, and churches with their arches, domes and statues.  The courtyards and alleyways are a striking feature, with their wells and washing strung between the buildings and over the canals, the bridges, working boats, gondolas, mooring poles, and of course, the titular reflections, mirroring the scene for twice the impact.  The essence of city life in Venice is truly captured, evoking the festivals, parades of boats, the bustling waterways, masked and costumed people and cats sunning themselves in the windows.  Visitors to the gallery will also be invited to view how this body of work developed.  A selection of working drawings, sketches, sketch books, notes, colour charts and the testing out of differing mediums and surfaces will be displayed, making an interesting, insightful and very personal exhibition of Venice, combined with the educational side of Robert’s creative journey.

Swashbuckling Pirate Fun at West Bay Discovery Centre

Saturday 28th May – Sunday 29th May  (shut Monday 30th) then Tuesday 24th – Sunday 5th June 2022

11am – 4pm

West Bay Discovery Centre, Chapel on the Beach, West Bay, Dorset DT6 4EN

AHOY there me hearties, fancy some swashbuckling fun this half term?

Join our very own pirate Jack Sparrow all through half term and help us find the pirates pebbles that are hidden around the Centre. Open every day but Monday 11am -4pm. Admission free, donations welcomed.

Other special events over half term:-

Wednesday 25th May & Saturday 4th June-Pirate Hat making.

 NB It is also West Bay Days Pirate Day on Saturday 4th June a day full of fun for all the family including games, craft stalls, music and fireworks. Come and join in the fun!

Netherbury Open Gardens 

28th & 29th May

1pm-5pm

Just off the A3066 between Bridport & Beaminster

Homemade lunches 12.30pm-2pm

Teas & other Refreshments

Plant Stall & Tombola

Admission £7.50 valid for both days (cash only, no card facility) Children Under 13 Free)

Free Parking

Netherbury Open Gardens

28th-29th  May 2022

1-5pm
Netherbury Village (DT6 5LR)
In the picturesque village of Netherbury, between Beaminster and Bridport, a ‘not to be missed’ opportunity to see many wonderful gardens open together on one weekend.

We have an amazing variety of gardens to view, from small enclosed village ones to large ones with sweeping views of the surrounding beautiful countryside. There is a wealth of different styles so there really is a garden for everyone.

The village prides itself on the quality of the home-made lunches, teas and delicious cakes to refresh our visitors. Plant stalls and a tombola make this a great day out.

This idyllic village, with a river running through it, a 14th-century Church and views of the Dorset hills, makes the perfect backdrop to these magnificent gardens.

Entry tickets are £7.50 (under 13s free) and are valid for both days so the gardens can be enjoyed at your leisure.  All proceeds go to local charities.

Free parking in the centre of the village.

The Rotary Club of Bridport

Presents

The Bridport Big Band

to Celebrate

The Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth

United Church, East Street, Bridport DT6 3LJ

Saturday 28 May 7.30pm

Tickets £12.00 available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre 01308 424901 or online here

in aid of Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance & other Rotary Charities

Refreshments

Seven illustrators exhibit together in the heart of Bridport: Rowan Beecham, Jennifer Christie, Megan Edwards, Pippa Evans, Delphine Jones, Nicole Purdie, Russ Snedker. Contemporary illustrations in a wide variety of styles and media- including drawing, printmaking, digital and woven fibre. Original artworks for sale as well as prints, cards and merchandise.

10.00am to 5.00pm daily

All donations for the Ukranian Disaster Fund –

Featuring professional and semi-pro musicians, vocalists and members of the Jurassic Coast and Axe Valley choirs, band members from Trichord and The Honey Pot plus relaxing instrumental interludes, something for everyone.

Venue: Seaton Gateway

Date: Sunday 29 May 12:30-4:30

Free entry, no tickets, donations gratefully received.  

Bar.

Contact 01297 552143 for further information.

We turned up, unrehearsed, unplugged and unhinged, and we left unsober in October.

The welcome return of Sunday afternoon live music to No 10 went down a storm, with dancing, singing along, much merriment and lashings and lashings of alcohol.

We got away with it once, so we’ll give it another go.

We’re back for more on the last Sunday of November, as determined as ever not to take ourselves too seriously.

Come along for some more music and fun.

Jim Reynolds is a guitarist and singer who writes and plays an eclectic mix of music. The individual pieces tap into blues, ragtime, rhythm and blues, music hall and folk traditions. Some are extremely sensitive songs about life, people and relationships, while others are tongue in cheek. His albums are also sprinkled with classics from the likes of J.J. Cale, Nick Drake, John Martyn, Roy Orbison, the Inkspots, Jelly Roll Morton and Jimmy Rogers.

UPCOMING COURSES!

Learn to dance the iconic movements of the 1920’s known as Charleston! During our courses we will look at the different styles of Charleston over the 1920’s, 30’s & 40’s, adding some vernacular/vintage Jazz movements and a little bit of history along the way.

​Each week we will learn a piece of a routine, focusing on both technique and how to dance each movement.  Every piece of choreography is led by the song to make sure we are looking and musicality and lyricality, however, our classes are anything but serious, we are there to have fun and learn to dance!  Dancers of all (or no) experience are welcome!

CHIDEOCK VILLAGE HALL:
25th April to 30th May – Weekly

Book in Advance.
£36 for all classes.

New and Returning dancers welcome.

https://www.dynamic-dance.uk/