Discover the fantastic range of local events just waiting to be explored on your next Shorefield holiday...
Not only will you find many of Hampshire and Dorset’s top attractions right on your doorstep during your break with us, but every month there are always a sensational range of seasonal events and shows to discover.
Whether you're here for a just a weekend escape or staying longer, there's something to suit every member of the family. Hampshire and Dorset are bursting with exciting events, from delicious food festivals and sporting spectacles, to art attractions and magical music festivals.
Enjoy everything from the various regattas taking place along our coastal towns - each bringing its own celebrations and a bucket load of traditional seaside fun for the whole family - to world famous air shows and country fairs where our rural life is showcased. Add to the mix fantastic beaches, beautiful countryside and great attractions and you can see why guests love revisiting our parks.
The local area surrounding our holiday parks has a fantastic year-round events calendar. We've listed just some of our favourite monthly events below,so you can start planning your next getaway. So what are you waiting for?
This summer, get ready for an exciting adventure as Furzey Gardens transforms into Jurassic Furzey! This thrilling trail will bring dinosaurs to life, spark imaginations and create a prehistoric paradise for visitors.
Monkey World opens an hour early at 9am, exclusively for visitors with autism and their families. Sensory trails, a calm room, and drop-In room for support all ensure that Monkey World is a great day out – for all.
Visit Hurst Castle throughout the summer holiday and join in family friendly activities, with a touch of history! Our Nautical trail will be running for the summer holidays – complete the trail and win a reward!
Experience colourful characters, living history, thrilling rides, and displays throughout the attraction including Sculpture at Beaulieu, Icons of F1 the National Motor Museum and new rooms to explore in Palace House.
One of Purbeck's most highly anticipated events of the year, Swanage Carnival provides a spectacle of family fun and laughter and features fantastic firework displays, stunning stunt shows and more!
The New Forest Show is one of the largest and most prestigious agricultural events in the UK. Join us this year for a unique and immersive experience that celebrates the best of rural life.
Monkey World opens an hour early at 9am, exclusively for visitors with autism and their families. Sensory trails, a calm room, and drop-In room for support all ensure that Monkey World is a great day out – for all.
This summer, get ready for an exciting adventure as Furzey Gardens transforms into Jurassic Furzey! This thrilling trail will bring dinosaurs to life, spark imaginations and create a prehistoric paradise for visitors.
Visit Hurst Castle throughout the summer holiday and join in family friendly activities, with a touch of history! Our Nautical trail will be running for the summer holidays – complete the trail and win a reward!
Experience colourful characters, living history, thrilling rides, and displays throughout the attraction including Sculpture at Beaulieu, Icons of F1 the National Motor Museum and new rooms to explore in Palace House.
Be prepared to be dazzled by these much loved Summer Bournemouth Firework displays! The seafront will light the skies up. Pull up a chair at your favourite spot across our beautiful coastline and watch.
Stompin on The Quomps is back in Christchurch in Dorset, on Saturday 2 August from noon until 10pm, presenting a whole day and night of live smooth jazz entertainment for old and young.
Be prepared to be dazzled by these much loved Summer Bournemouth Firework displays! The seafront will light the skies up. Pull up a chair at your favourite spot across our beautiful coastline and watch.
This is always a hugely entertaining week, culminating in the raft race on Saturday. The event raises vital funds for the RNLI, the charity that saves lives at sea.
The largest event of its kind returns at Burley Park. This enchanting festival brings together fairy fans from around the world for a weekend of magic and wonder in the beautiful New Forest National park.
Purbeck Folk Festival is a small festival set on a farm on the beautiful Jurassic Coastline. A festival that's loved by everyone because there's loads for kids to do, loads for parents, and loads for the old folkies!
Be prepared to be dazzled by these much loved Summer Bournemouth Firework displays! The seafront will light the skies up. Pull up a chair at your favourite spot across our beautiful coastline and watch.
An event for all the family. Rich in local produce, artisan foodies and makers, internationally-renowned chefs and restaurants, unique skills and intricate crafts, showcasing the best of the New Forest.
Be prepared to be dazzled by these much loved Summer Bournemouth Firework displays! The seafront will light the skies up. Pull up a chair at your favourite spot across our beautiful coastline and watch.
Be prepared to be dazzled by these much loved Summer Bournemouth Firework displays! The seafront will light the skies up. Pull up a chair at your favourite spot across our beautiful coastline and watch.
Get to see vintage, modern and custom motorbikes, classic cars, tractors, vintage campervans, commercial vehicles, stationary engines as well as trade stalls and displays.
Our small seaside town on the beautiful Jurassic coast of Dorset will fill up with hundreds of colourful dancers and the town will resonate to the sound of bells jingling, sticks thwacking and excellent music.
The activity centre will be open throughout the holidays with extra fun crafts, competitions and trails for children to get involved in! Check the website for all details
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