Every Sunday during the summer, Bournemouth's promenade hosts vintage and classic British, European and American cars dating from 1915 to the early 1980s. On particularly sunny days there can…

The south's largest free water-sports festival returns once again to Sandbanks beach in Poole. Expect the biggest names and the biggest games in action sports to combine for a fun-filled…

Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival attracts thousands, who come for the live music, craft stalls and tours of Sturminster Farm Creamery, as well as to witness the cheese-making process. When…

Athelhampton is often cited as one of the finest examples of 15th-century domestic architecture in the country. Essentially a medieval house, it is surrounded by walls and courts, with a great…

Witness over 500 American Harley Davidson motorcycles thunder across Bournemouth's Pier Approach area in a powerful display of chrome and steel for the Autumn Blitz Harley Davidson Rally. See…

The Bournemouth Eye - a tethered helium balloon - rises 500 feet above the town. It offers panoramic views over the golden coastline of Poole Harbour, the Isle of Wight and the rolling…

Safely tucked away behind the Esplanade, spectators can admire the daredevil tricks of England's best motocross riders during the Weymouth Beach Motocross. Featuring more than 250 riders, a…

Bournemouth's Lower Gardens host the Halloween! celebration for children, with a range of events and competitions. Face painting takes place throughout the day, along with displays of all…

View local landmarks aboard a Dorset Cruise, departing from Bournemouth Pier. Bay tours take in the famous Chines (deep narrow ravines cut into the cliffs) and the rugged Jurassic Coast. Other…

Built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594, Sherborne Castle has been the home of the Digby family since 1617. Impressive collections of art, furniture and porcelain are on view and the Capability…

Fireworks light up Weymouth Bay during the annual Guy Fawkes celebrations, which include a beach bonfire, a funfair and a Guy-building competition in the pavilion.

The seaside town of Poole celebrates Guy Fawkes night with an impressive pyrotechnic display over the waters of the Quay. Live bands and street entertainers keep the crowd amused before the…

The Bournemouth Firework Display at Littledown Centre includes the family display, suitable for younger children, a rainbow display, the loud-banging white knuckle display, and an indoor…

Eighties chart-toppers a-ha bring their 2010 farewell world tour to the Bournemouth International Centre. Material from the band's latest album, Foot on the Mountain, is sure to feature along…

Bournemouth Square kicks off the festive season with the annual "Christmas Switch On" of lights in the town centre. Entertainment is provided by Heart FM.

Jeff Wayne's musical based on the album inspired by the book, The War of the Worlds takes place at Bournemouth International Centre. Starring Jason Donovan and Liz McClaron, it fuses…

The Bournemouth Spartans Winter Sea Swimming Club members combine stamina and crazy costumes for their annual dip into the English Channel on Christmas Day morning, at Boscombe Pier. Many…

The Global Christmas Market sees Christmas cultures colliding with a multicultural mix of stands and food outlets. Bournemouth's Lower Gardens are transformed into a winter wonderland with a…

The Weymouth Museum focuses on local history with displays about the Great Western Railway and the development of the town as a traditional seaside resort. It exhibits 18th to 20th-century…

Featuring Latin and ballroom dancing, the UK Dance Open Championships take place at the Bournemouth International Centre. Fans and dance-novices alike should expect professional and amateur…