[ July 25, 2010; 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Borough Gardens, Dorchester, 2pm

[ July 17, 2010; 6:45 pm; ] Powerstock Church, 6.45pm (bar opens 6pm). Tickets £8.50 – available from Bridport TIC 01308 424901

[ July 17, 2010; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Joseph Weld Hospice, Herringston Road, Dorchester, 11am – 4pm. Celebrity guest Martin Clunes. Entertainment, stalls, silent auction, summer raffle, grand tombola, barbeque, refreshments. 01305 215315

[ July 17, 2010; 2:00 pm to 4:40 pm. ] 2pm to 4.30pm with barbecue, car book sale and grand summer raffle.

[ July 18, 2010; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Pecorama at Beer (East Devon) Free entry to the Gardens and Model railway Exhibition (charges for other attractions). Donations welcome to participating charities.01297 21542

[ July 17, 2010; 10:30 am to 6:00 pm. ] Colyton Station, colyton, 7.30pm – 10.30pm. 01297 20375 552717

[ July 18, 2010; 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Borough Gardens, Dorchester, 2pm

[ July 18, 2010; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Sherborne Castle, 10am – 4pm. Over 1,000 vehicles plus veteran and classic car tours, displays, trade and club stands, autojumble, crafts and children’s entertainment. 01935 474630 www.sherbornecastle.com

[ July 18, 2010; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Sherborne Police Station, Digby Road, Sherborne, 10am – 4pm. A free event – with the Fire Brigade, St. John’s Ambulance, Sherborne Museum and Midwest Radio in attendance plus stalls, games and refreshments.01305 229534 www.dorset.police.uk

[ July 18, 2010; 11:45 am to 6:00 pm. ] Sherborne station, 11:45am. Steam engine ‘Tangmere’ calls in at Sherborne on its journey from Waterloo to London and then down to Weymouth.Steam Dreams 01483 209888 www.cathedralsexpress.co.uk

[ July 21, 2010; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Three Compasses, Charminster. Resident Trio, All musicians and audience welcome. 01305 263618

[ July 21, 2010; 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] Lorton Meadows Nature Reserve, 10-2pm. Practical conservation task to restore the habitats important for local wildlife. Tools, gloves and drinks supplied.01305 816 546 www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk

[ July 20, 2010; 8:00 pm; ] Lyme Regis Town Band Marine Parade Shelters, Lyme Regis, 8pm www.lymeregistownband.co.uk

[ July 21, 2010; 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. ] Sherborne Castle, 5-9pm. In aid of Help for Heroes. More than 250 wines, champagnes and spirits to sample and order plus local food stalls and entertainment from Cabernet Six Jazz Band Entry by ticket only 01935 815544 www.sherborne-vineyards.co.uk

[ July 20, 2010; 11:00 am to 12:45 pm. ] Poundbury Hillfort, 11am.See the site in a new way with Steve Wallis of DCC following recent access improvements. 1® hours. Prior booking essential. £3 in advance, £5 on day.01305 224921 / 01305 225117 www.dorsetforyou.com

[ July 19, 2010; 7:30 pm; ] Puncknowle and Swyre Village Hall, 7.30pm. Guide to selecting, growing and pruning top fruit by an expert from Castle Gardens. Members free, visitors £2. 01308 482240 Email:- secretary.bvgc@virgin.net

[ July 25, 2010; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Branscombe Airfield, East Devon. 01297 680259

[ July 25, 2010; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The Salt House, Fisherman’s Green, West Bay: A tea afternoon organised by Bridport W.I.

[ July 25, 2010; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Marine Parade Shelters, Lyme Regis, 10am to 5pm

[ July 25, 2010; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Sherborne School, Abbey Road, Sherborne Open to all ages. Distances are 500m swim, 20km cycle and 5km run. Cost £20 per person.01935 810548

[ July 25, 2010; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Blackdown House signposted off B3165 Crewkerne-Lyme Regis Road Gardens Open by kind permission of Mr D Parkes – pony rides, plant stalls, teas on the Terrace, etc etc. In Aid of The Three Churches 01305 868083 / 01460 30661

[ July 25, 2010; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Eype Beach, Nr. Bridport, 11am-3pm. Register, grab a flag and sculpt what you like from the things you find on the beach – stones, seaweed, driftwood, pebbles etc etc – or just come and watch! Judging at 4pm £3 registration fee per entry. 01308

[ July 26, 2010; 8:00 pm; ] United Church Hall, East Street, Bridport, 8pm. Guest lecture by Professor Sir Ghillean Prance FRS, Scientific Director of the Eden Project & Former Director, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. A Golden Cap Centre presentation. All welcome 01308 863577

[ July 26, 2010; 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Meet at Trinity Way, Bridport (SY480945), 10am. Join the Ramblers as they enjoy an 7 mile walk to Walditch. 01308 424000

[ July 25, 2010; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] on top of the Marine Parade Shelters, Lyme Regis, midday. Competitionfor the perpetual Fossil Trophy, featuring Town Criers from South West England.

[ July 25, 2010; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Situated within the Art and Vintage Quarter of Bridport, St. Michael’s Trading Estate, 12-4pm.

[ July 25, 2010; 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Marine Parade Shelters, Lyme Regis, 2.30pm. Presented by Lyme Regis Churches with the Lyme Regis Town Band playing. All welcome.

[ July 25, 2010; 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Bethany Chapel, Coombe Street, Lyme Regis, 4pm. Conducted by United Beach Mission Team. . Followed by a delicious full Sunday tea. 01297 443210