The latest news from the city.
The Black British Ballet is bringing a special performance to Swanage this autumn, with free family dance workshops at Dorset Libraries on 27 and 30 October. A look at the company behind it, its workshops and its twenty-five years of changing British ballet.
A look at Coffee #1 in Westbourne, Bournemouth, a large and cosy coffee shop at 86 Poole Road that has been running since 2001. It covers the coffee and seasonal blends, the former bank building, opening hours and the Westbourne area.
The Secret Fungi Festival returns to Careys Secret Garden in Wareham from 23 to 25 October, with talks, workshops, a foraged feast and family activities. A guide to the programme, the ticket prices and the garden itself.
The Bournemouth Christmas Market takes over The Square from 12 November to 31 December 2026, with free entry, wooden chalet stalls, a wide food and drink offering and the Alpine Lodge Bar. It sits alongside the Festive Trail, SKATE ice rink and other seasonal attractions.
Snu-Peas is an independent record shop in Boscombe selling vinyl, CDs, cassettes and DVDs. It opens three days a week, and owner William is described by reviewers as friendly and knowledgeable. Practical details and parking are included.
The Flying Scotsman visits the Swanage Railway from 23 October to 1 November 2026, with static days at Swanage Station and steam-hauled rides on the line. This guide covers the dates, the 9.5-mile route, ticket prices and practical tips for families and rail fans.
The second Bournemouth International Film Festival took over the Hilton Bournemouth on 9 and 10 October, themed around 'Social Realism'. A look at the screenings, industry talks, the Black-Tie Awards Night and the non-profit CIC behind it.
Go Ape Moors Valley runs Potion Hunt, a £5 Halloween add-on to its Treetop and Nets courses, from 24 October to 1 November. A guide to the event, the courses it attaches to, and the park's facilities.
Sexy Lobster, run by Howard Spooner and chef Olivia Brinkley, has opened in the former Neo glass dome on Bournemouth's seafront. A run-through of the seafood-led menu, the lunch set, opening hours and the terrace.
Avon Beach in Mudeford hosts a free fireworks display on Tuesday 3 November 2026 at 6.30pm. Find details on food, restaurant bookings, accessibility and parking for this family evening near Bournemouth.
