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One of the New Forest’s most distinctive autumn traditions. During pannage season, Commoners turn their pigs out into the Forest to feast on fallen acorns, helping to protect the ponies and cattle that roam here. Keep an eye out on autumn walks … Read more

Meet the Dragon Whisperer and her magical dragons in this joyfully interactive family show from Jellyfish Theatre. Set on a colourful retro caravan, The Dragon Wagon is packed with puppetry, music, laughter and plenty of imagination. Created … Read more

Enjoy Shakespeare under the open sky as The Pantaloons bring their playful take on Twelfth Night to life. Expect mistaken identities, mischief, live music and plenty of audience participation in this family-friendly outdoor theatre performance. … Read more

Celebrate all things Mini as National Mini Day returns to Beaulieu this summer. Hosted by the Mini Cooper Register, this much-loved event brings together Mini enthusiasts for a day of classic cars, club displays, trade stands and special show … Read more

Celebrate Father’s Day at Beaulieu Motor Museum with a brilliant family day out at the Custom and American Show on Sunday 21 June 2026. Held in association with the Solent Renegades club, this colourful event brings together hundreds of American … Read more

New Forest Open Art Exhibition – New Forest Visitor Centre, Lyndhurst Celebrate the creative spirit of the New Forest at this year’s Open Art Exhibition, returning for its sixth year. Running from 14 July to 8 September, the free … Read more

Enjoy one of the coast’s biggest summer highlights with Lyme Regis and Charmouth Lifeboat Week. This much-loved event brings a whole week of family fun, games, music, entertainment and displays to the seaside. Expect old favourites including the … Read more

Step back in time for a summer of hands-on adventure at Corfe Castle. Young castle-builders can test their aim in the archery zone, fire beanbags with mini slingshots and take on balance beams and stepping stones in a medieval-inspired obstacle … Read more

Celebrate the birthday of one of Dorchester’s most famous residents, Thomas Hardy, with a lively Victorian Street Fair. Families can enjoy a fun-filled day of themed activities, demonstrations and entertainment inspired by Hardy’s world and … Read more

Step back in time for a mammoth-sized day of fossil fun at Portland Museum on Saturday 23 May, from 10:30am to 3:30pm. Little explorers can meet fossil experts, bring along beach finds, build a mammoth skeleton, enjoy colouring and activity … Read more