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?
Don't miss the only running Tiger I tank in action! Experience a stunning display from the Tiger 131, plus all the museum has to offer at this unmissable event.
Join our local guide for an insider’s guide to what Milford on Sea has to offer. Discover the history of the village whilst getting the low down on where to go and what to do whilst here. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 free.
Join our local guide for an insider’s guide to what Milford on Sea has to offer. Discover the history of the village whilst getting the low down on where to go and what to do whilst here. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 free.
Join our local guide for a ramble through Milford on Sea’s Hidden Woodland Walk and discover our hidden gem and nature reserve. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 years free.
The Cheese and Chilli Festival in Christchurch is a family show offering something for everyone. There will be many traders selling cheese and chilli products as well as craft and retail stands.
Join our local guide for an insider’s guide to what Milford on Sea has to offer. Discover the history of the village whilst getting the low down on where to go and what to do whilst here. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 free.
Lets see your best Air-Guitar as we take you through all the Classic Rock Hits
Bournemouth 7's
Since 2008 Bournemouth 7s has been throwing festivals for sports people and party lovers, establishing itself as a date that everyone puts in their calendar each year. Now the World’s Largest Sport & Music Festival!
The High Street is transformed with local delicacies. The experiences continues down on the picturesque riverside setting of Christchurch Quay with cookery demonstrations, beer festival, excellent entertainment and more!
Enjoy exploring the array of Open Studios and the huge range of artistic riches, from painting, photography and sculpture to ceramics, prints and mosaics, wood work, digital art and much more.
D Day Deceptions May Half Term and The Tank Museum
Half term D-Day fun for the whole family to enjoy. Tank displays, kids’ activities, vehicle rides, and more, with explosive live displays, 300 tanks, kids’ activities, and more at Dorset’s largest indoor attraction.
Join our local guide for a ramble through Milford on Sea’s Hidden Woodland Walk and discover our hidden gem and nature reserve. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 years free.
BGT'S 2022 LIVE FINALISTS! With a unique and innovative style, using a fleet of ground breaking illusions and choreographed precision throughout to create a truly mesmerizing experience for everyone.
Dogstival
Join the pack, meet hundreds of other dogs and owners whilst watching world-class dog displays. Lots of food stands for the two-legged folk as well as the dogs. Plus, live music all weekend!
You will be mesmerized with the spectacular live mermaid show, spellbound by the enchanting fairies, pillaging pirates and super strong super heroes that will come to life over three days in June half term.
Wimborne’s biggest and best family festival is back and kicking off the summer celebrations in style. Two fun packed days of live music and entertainment, fabulous local food, bars, charity dog shows and lots more.
Join our local guide for an insider’s guide to what Milford on Sea has to offer. Discover the history of the village whilst getting the low down on where to go and what to do whilst here. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 free.
Since its inception in 2015, this food festival continues to get bigger and better each year. Experience local delights and revel in the entertainment throughout the village.
Join our local guide for a ramble through Milford on Sea’s Hidden Woodland Walk and discover our hidden gem and nature reserve. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 years free.
Free entertainment for the whole family with sumptuous food, drinks and fishy crafts. There will be stalls offering a huge variety of fish, cockles, mussels, scallops, oysters and of course, champagne.
Join our local guide for an insider’s guide to what Milford on Sea has to offer. Discover the history of the village whilst getting the low down on where to go and what to do whilst here. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 free.
From rock’n’rollers looking for the best in 1920’s-1970’s music… to jive bunnies, fashionistas and grease monkeys - the Shake & Stir festival appeals to a variety of vintage life-stylers.
Join our local guide for a ramble through Milford on Sea’s Hidden Woodland Walk and discover our hidden gem and nature reserve. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 years free.
Setting off from Bournemouth Pier, you'll swim 1.4 miles parallel to the shore as you make your way to the finish line at Boscombe Pier, raising money for British Heart Foundation.
The small festival with a big line up, the New Forest Folk Festival is a 5 day small camping festival run by Nick, Keith, Helen and their families on their own farm.
Crammed full of every imaginable fishy delicacy you can imagine. Bars are stocked with award-winning craft ales, gold medal gins and a rum shack. With street performers and live music!
Join our local guide for an insider’s guide to what Milford on Sea has to offer. Discover the history of the village whilst getting the low down on where to go and what to do whilst here. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 free.
Party like never before on the golden shores of the glamorous and internationally famous Sandbanks beach. One of the most anticipated events in the social calendar, SandFest is a boutique beach festival like no other.
Join our local guide for a ramble through Milford on Sea’s Hidden Woodland Walk and discover our hidden gem and nature reserve. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 years free.
Poole and Bournemouth's biggest family live music weekend is back with a bang this summer having lined up its starriest bill to date headlined by bands such as Razorlight, The Coral and Reef.
An independently run 3-day unique occasion to celebrate the diverse African-Caribbean culture and heritage in Bournemouth through Reggae music with a full range of entertainment and traditional activities.
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!
Join our local guide for an insider’s guide to what Milford on Sea has to offer. Discover the history of the village whilst getting the low down on where to go and what to do whilst here. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 free.
The New Forest and Hampshire County Show is a three day celebration of all things the New Forest has to offer! Farming, food and fun in the heart of the New Forest National Park.
Join our local guide for a ramble through Milford on Sea’s Hidden Woodland Walk and discover our hidden gem and nature reserve. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 years free.
Christchurch Carnival is a FREE event and perfect for you and your loved ones to come together and enjoy a fun-filled weekend supporting local non-profit organizations and charities.
Join our local guide for an insider’s guide to what Milford on Sea has to offer. Discover the history of the village whilst getting the low down on where to go and what to do whilst here. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 free.
Rich in local produce, artisan foodies and makers, internationally-renowned chefs and restaurants, unique skills and intricate crafts – this is the fantastic New Forest. And now it's being brought together in one place!
Join our local guide for a ramble through Milford on Sea’s Hidden Woodland Walk and discover our hidden gem and nature reserve. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 years free.
Join our local guide for an insider’s guide to what Milford on Sea has to offer. Discover the history of the village whilst getting the low down on where to go and what to do whilst here. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 free.
The UK's biggest air festival! Get down to the coast for some spectacular displays in the sky and on the ground. Featuring The Red Arrows, RAF Typhoon, Ultimate Warbirds and more!
Join our local guide for a ramble through Milford on Sea’s Hidden Woodland Walk and discover our hidden gem and nature reserve. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 years free.
Head down to Christchurch Quay for this regular Sunday spectacular. Come and see this amazing display of classic cars, or if you own one why not show it off?
Each year Swanage, on the beautiful Jurassic coast of Dorset, fills up with hundreds of colourful dancers and the town resonates to the sound of bells jingling, sticks thwacking and excellent music for the folk festival
The County Show showcases agriculture and the countryside with 60,000 visitors annually. The Show hosts a range of attractions and competitions to celebrate rural life in Dorset.
Join our local guide for an insider’s guide to what Milford on Sea has to offer. Discover the history of the village whilst getting the low down on where to go and what to do whilst here. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 free.
The cornerstone of Hampshire running calendar for the past 38 years, raising over £1.33 million for local good causes and attracting thousands of competitors and ranked in the top 10 marathons in the UK for 20 years.
Join our local guide for a ramble through Milford on Sea’s Hidden Woodland Walk and discover our hidden gem and nature reserve. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 years free.
Join our local guide for an insider’s guide to what Milford on Sea has to offer. Discover the history of the village whilst getting the low down on where to go and what to do whilst here. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 free.
Don't miss the only running Tiger I tank in action! Experience a stunning display from the Tiger 131, plus all the museum has to offer at this unmissable event.
Join our local guide for a ramble through Milford on Sea’s Hidden Woodland Walk and discover our hidden gem and nature reserve. £7.00 Adult, Under 17 years free.
Arts by the Sea brings together large-scale spectaculars, diverse music, intriguing installations, dance, street theatre, participatory experiences and much more, in one unique and celebratory festival.
Don’t miss all the wonderful fun Halloween activities at Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway this October half term, including The Ghost Train, The Gruesome Garden Trail, Make a Spooky Garden and classic pumpkin carving.
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