Sherborne Town Events

Admission is free and there is a wide variety of jam,s chutneys and marmalade as well as Jo Osment's wonderful Lemon Curd. There are lots of cakes and biscuits on offer, a Dairy sections with a small selection of goods, local free-range eggs and duck eggs. Scrumptious savouries - pies, sasuage rolls, Moussaka to name a few. There is a wonderful craft section with home knitted, crocheted and sewn goods, and a plant, vegetable and flower section. We also provide an opportunity for tea and coffee at nominal rates.

Open Daily. 

Submissions on the 12th July application forms online: www.sherborneartclub.com

A concert fo light entertainment for Garden Centre patrons. Come and enjoy a cream tea on a Sherborne Summer’s Day.

Free recital by Stephen Bell showcasing a variety of music. 40mins.

A collective of singer/songwriters whose sum of their parts is even more than their individual talents.

Five equally strong front-men and a vast array of carefully crafted songs of multiple genre and tempo from folk to indie rock, the band has attracted lots of interest on the live scene (including supporting Alabama 3 on two UK tours).  This is their second recent visit to Somerset.  Previously they were given a standing ovation at the David Hall, South Petherton, where it was said to have been the best gig at the hall in 14 years.

Starring yeovil born west end actors Jonny Purchase and Samantha Dorsey, this reverse chronological musical focuses on the five year relationship of a pair that are on the rise and fall of their careers.

Sherborne Summer School of Music hosts 18 courses in all musical disciplins all taught by eminent international performers and teachers. There are two Orchestras (symphony and chamber), four Choirs (large chorus, chamber choir, close harmony choir and a no sheet music choir), Masterclasses in Piano, Piano Accompaniment and Singing (2), Jazz Course, Composition, four Conducting Courses (two orchestral, choral conducting and wind conducting), Mixed Chamber Music and Wind Ensemble. Running concurrently with the summer school are circa 30 concerts in our concertfest series. Full details about Concertfest will be published in late June 2017.

Admission is free and there is a wide variety of jam,s chutneys and marmalade as well as Jo Osment's wonderful Lemon Curd. There are lots of cakes and biscuits on offer, a Dairy sections with a small selection of goods, local free-range eggs and duck eggs. Scrumptious savouries - pies, sasuage rolls, Moussaka to name a few. There is a wonderful craft section with home knitted, crocheted and sewn goods, and a plant, vegetable and flower section. We also provide an opportunity for tea and coffee at nominal rates.

Sherborne Summer School of Music hosts 18 courses in all musical disciplins all taught by eminent international performers and teachers. There are two Orchestras (symphony and chamber), four Choirs (large chorus, chamber choir, close harmony choir and a no sheet music choir), Masterclasses in Piano, Piano Accompaniment and Singing (2), Jazz Course, Composition, four Conducting Courses (two orchestral, choral conducting and wind conducting), Mixed Chamber Music and Wind Ensemble. Running concurrently with the summer school are circa 30 concerts in our concertfest series. Full details about Concertfest will be published in late June 2017.

Painting and Prayer with Cecily Dodwell and Yolanda White.  Tickets cost £40 and are available from the Parish Office.

In its 26^th season of taking top quality open-air theatre to the most prestigious and stunning locations throughout the UK and beyond, Illyria will return to Castle Gardens this summer for the eighth year running.

Sitting under the night sky in the walled garden with a picnic in tow, the audience will be treated to the critically-acclaimed outdoor theatre company’s humorous adaptations of The Emperor’s New Clothes, The Lost World, The Mikado and The Comedy of Errors.

A guided walk around our organic orchards with a talk. Tickets £8 to include refreshments on arrival.
Please book by phone or e-mail.

Up to 35 stands, food and refreshments available at coffee shop within the fair.

Entrance costs £1, opening 8:30am (Trade) 9:30am (Public) to 4pm. 

Participants can choose to start at either hospice and there are two distances to choose from 38 miles from one to the other or 75 miles from one to the other and back again.

Cyclists will get to take in the full beauty of the Somerset countryside in the summer.

Registration opens at 8am and the ride begins at 9am.

Meet at Sherborne Museum. Barry Brock leads you on a walk around some of Sherborne’s vanished pubs, ending in a pint in one that’s still open. Lasts approx 1-1½hrs.  Weather dependent. Costs £5. Pre-booking via the Museum essential on 01935 812252

Route for August 8th.

Route 1; Half Moon Street, Trendle Street, Westbury, Digby Rd, South Street. £5. Pre-booking via the Museum essential on 01935 812252

Route for August 9th.

Route 2; Cheap St, Greenhill, Newel Water.

Route for August 10th.

Route 3; Long St, Newland, Hound Street.

Summer Show - All welcome.

In its 26^th season of taking top quality open-air theatre to the most prestigious and stunning locations throughout the UK and beyond, Illyria will return to Castle Gardens this summer for the eighth year running.

Sitting under the night sky in the walled garden with a picnic in tow, the audience will be treated to the critically-acclaimed outdoor theatre company’s humorous adaptations of The Emperor’s New Clothes, The Lost World, The Mikado and The Comedy of Errors.

An extensive collection of Victorian engineering, inc. the massive, 26ft diameter waterwheel built in 1869. 

Artslink’s Youth and Children’s Summer Theatre Schools with Action Track Performance Company.  For 12-18 year olds. Costs £50. Plus Youth Theatre Leader training for 14/15 year olds. Book via the website or by phone.

The church will be open to visitors for coffee and refreshments.

There will also be a small display promoting the work of the Friends of Holnest Church, with details of how to become a member and take part in helping to  preserve this unique Grade I listed building. Proceeds towards the Friends.

Up to 35 stands, homemade food and refreshments available at coffee shop within the fair.

Entrance costs £1, opening 8:30am (Trade) 9:30am (Public) to 4pm. 

The Charterhouse two day August auction includes a gentleman’s Rolex wrist watch estimated to sell for £3,500 - £4,000* plus buyer’s premium 24% (inc Vat).

To read the full details please click on the attached PDF.

This poular Vintage and Classic Aircraft Fly-in and Classic Car Show is now in its 18th year. Decent weather can see well over a hundred aircraft on this ex naval airfield; they are backed by an equal number of oustanding vehicles from the 1930s to present day Super Cars.

The event supports the airfield-based AIR AMBULANCE and (subject to tasking) this will be part of the lunchtime airpark and open for viewing. Adult admission is just £5 and acc U/16s are free. There is all-day catering and selected trade-stands. Don't miss the spectular 'Fly-past Salute' by the BBMF Lancaster and Spitfire Pair.

The airfield is just off the A30 between Sherborne and Shaftesbury....a memorable and unique day-out. Visit the website for more details.

Free recital showcasing a variety of music. Approx 40mins.  

Admission is free and there is a wide variety of jam,s chutneys and marmalade as well as Jo Osment's wonderful Lemon Curd. There are lots of cakes and biscuits on offer, a Dairy sections with a small selection of goods, local free-range eggs and duck eggs. Scrumptious savouries - pies, sasuage rolls, Moussaka to name a few. There is a wonderful craft section with home knitted, crocheted and sewn goods, and a plant, vegetable and flower section. We also provide an opportunity for tea and coffee at nominal rates.

Stalls Music and Entertainment for All Ages including:-
Sherborne Town Band
Irish Dancers
Martial Arts Display
Circus Skills

Everyone Welcome

The Cheese Festival is still run as a charitable event, by unpaid volunteers, within a framework provided by Sturminster Newton Rotary Club, with the committee comprising Rotarians and members of the local community. Over the last few years over £100,000 has been raised for the benefit of local charities and organisations.

Tickets are for sale on the days of the Festival only, £5 per adult, 14 years and under are free. 

Free Parking.

Please visit the website for further information.

EXHIBITION OF NEW WORK BY

GUY TAPLIN

Open daily from 9.30 to 5.00 Monday to Saturday

All Gallery stock can be viewed online

Admission is free and there is a wide variety of jam,s chutneys and marmalade as well as Jo Osment's wonderful Lemon Curd. There are lots of cakes and biscuits on offer, a Dairy sections with a small selection of goods, local free-range eggs and duck eggs. Scrumptious savouries - pies, sasuage rolls, Moussaka to name a few. There is a wonderful craft section with home knitted, crocheted and sewn goods, and a plant, vegetable and flower section. We also provide an opportunity for tea and coffee at nominal rates.

Somerset Art Weeks is an annual countywide celebration of the variety and quality of contemporary visual art that can be found in Somerset.  Since its inception in 1994, it has become an important event in Somerset's calendar delighting art lovers from near and far.

Please click on the website for more information.

Admission is free and there is a wide variety of jam,s chutneys and marmalade as well as Jo Osment's wonderful Lemon Curd. There are lots of cakes and biscuits on offer, a Dairy sections with a small selection of goods, local free-range eggs and duck eggs. Scrumptious savouries - pies, sasuage rolls, Moussaka to name a few. There is a wonderful craft section with home knitted, crocheted and sewn goods, and a plant, vegetable and flower section. We also provide an opportunity for tea and coffee at nominal rates.

Admission is free and there is a wide variety of jam,s chutneys and marmalade as well as Jo Osment's wonderful Lemon Curd. There are lots of cakes and biscuits on offer, a Dairy sections with a small selection of goods, local free-range eggs and duck eggs. Scrumptious savouries - pies, sasuage rolls, Moussaka to name a few. There is a wonderful craft section with home knitted, crocheted and sewn goods, and a plant, vegetable and flower section. We also provide an opportunity for tea and coffee at nominal rates.