Home

Embark on a fascinating journey through Brownsea Island’s rich history as you explore the island and the castle’s picturesque grounds. A rare opportunity to enter the castle itself, view the paintings and artefacts of past owners. Afterwards, head to the Morning Room and help yourself to a warm drink and a delicious scone with cream and jam. Two walks per month except Mar/Aug & Dec.

A rare 18th century fire engine – once the town’s frontline defence against disaster – is the star of the show of Fire Flood Frost. New for 2026, the exhibition brings to life the extraordinary story of how Beaminster and surrounding communities battled flames, floods and freezing winters long before emergency services. Admission free.

Dorset Connect brings together people and organisations who are passionate about making a difference in your community. Whether you’re from a local community group, business, education, faith, arts and culture, sports and leisure, health, social care, or a town or parish council – we’d love to welcome you.

Retired or thinking of retiring? Joining u3a gives you the chance to make friends and learn something new or further an existing interest. We currently have over 90 member run groups/activities in Dorchester during the day for you to take part in ranging from Archaeology and Art to Science, Weaving, Wildlife and Conservation . Please come along to learn more about what we have to offer.

This free and effective CAP Money Course provides coaching support to help people manage their finances. Course participants will learn how to put a budget together, with tips on how to make money go further and how to be disciplined about spending. Dorchester Poverty Action and Dorchester Foodbank are backing this course by offering a £20 voucher to participants who live in DT1/DT2 postcodes.