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Monday, 2 March

Dance Connection – open class, Movement 4 Well-being, 11:30am, Bridport St Mary’s Church House Hall, DT6 3NN, 07787752201, https://www.dance-connection-wessex.co.uk/

Hawkchurch Film Nights, in association with Moviola.org, proudly presents ‘Four Mothers’, 89 mins, Cert.15 (very strong language, brief strong sex references). In this charming, bittersweet Irish comedy drama, a writer torn between promoting his new book and his responsibilities as his mother’s carer, finds himself landed with hosting his friends’ mums for the weekend. Doors open 6.30pm, film starts 7.00pm at Hawkchurch Village Hall, EX13 5XD. Ticket reservations £6.50 from csma95@gmail.com or leave a message on 07753 603219; tickets also available in advance for £6.50 from Hawkchurch Community Shop or on the door for £7.00 (cash only). Subtitles for hearing-impaired patrons provided if available. Home-made cake, teas, coffees, soft drinks, wine and other refreshments available.

Tuesday, 3 March

Scottish Country Dancing every Tuesday evening from 7.30 to 9.30 pm at Horton Village Hall TA19 9QR. Only £3.00 pay on the door. Classes suitable for beginners and no partner required. For further information contact Anita on 01460 929383, email anitaandjim22@gmail.com and check out our web site at www.ashillscd.wordpress.com See you soon.

Bridport Film Society – Julie Keeps Quiet by Koen De Bouw. Dutch with English subtitles. The star player at an elite youth tennis academy, Julie trains hard, fixated on making it into the Belgian Tennis Federation. When her coach is suspended following the suicide of a female protégée, everyone at the academy is encouraged to speak up about their experiences with him. The film respectfully and empathetically examines why some victims choose to remain silent. 7.45pm Bridport Arts Centre. Members and Guests (£5) only.

Wednesday, 4 March

West Dorset Community Orchestra meet for rehearsal in Christian Fellowship hall, East Street car park, Bridport DT6 3PL from 6-30p.m. to 7-45p.m.New members welcome. 01308 456297 www.westdorsetmusic.org.uk.

My Ballet – since 2012 – Holistic ballet classes for all adults Supportive & Non – judgemental classical ballet classes to fabulous music. For posture, flexibility, strength, balance, fitness, friendship. Join the fun and feel good. 10am,11:30am,1o’clock & 2:15 Bull Hotel ballroom, 34 East St, Bridport DT6 3LF Classes are currently held at Bridport Town Hall, East St, DT6 3LF due to building works at the Bull Hotel. Whatsapp 07866896978. email: myballetuk@gmail.com www.my-ballet.uk

My Ballet – since 2012 – Holistic ballet classes for all adults Supportive & Non – judgemental classical ballet to fabulous music. For posture, flexibility, strength, balance, fitness, friendship. Join the fun and feel good. 6:45pm to 8pm Jubilee Hall , Church Street, Winsham, Chard, TA20 4HU Whatsapp 07866896978. email: myballetuk@gmail.com www.my-ballet.uk.

Dance Connection – open class, Movement 4 Well-being, 7pm, Uplyme Village Hall, DT7 3UY, 07787752201, https://www.dance-connection-wessex.co.uk/

Thursday, 5 March

Friends of Lyme Regis Museum Lyme Regis Museum Friends offer an illustrated talk, ‘’The Romance of the Letter Box’ by Tony Cross at 2.30 pm in the Woodmead Hall, Hill Road, Lyme Regis. DT7 3PG. Tony will discuss our historic red post boxes and the various types, some of which survive from the 1850s. He will include our oldest letterbox from Dorset, dating from 1853 and still in daily use. Members £3 visitors £5. All welcome. Enquiries to David Cox, 07800 895351.

Slinky Machine All Stars ft Jess Hill (Bridport Birth of the Cool). The Slinkies launch Bridport Birth of the Cool with an explosive set of jazz-fusion, before Jess Hill fires up your Incognito, Chaka Khan and Marvin Gaye favourites. Bring your best moves — it’s gonna groove. Clocktower Records, Unit 10a, St. Michael’s Estate, Bridport DT6 3RR. 7pm doors/ 7.30pm show. £12 advance/£15 OTD. 01308 458077. https://bridportandwestbay.co.uk/tickets/bridports-birth-of-the-cool-2026/

Lyme Regis Museum Friends offer an illustrated talk, ‘The Romance of the Letter Box’ by Tony Cross. At 2.30 pm in the Woodmead Hall, Lyme Regis. DT7 3PG. Tony will discuss our historic red post boxes and the various types, some of which survive from the 1850s. He will include our oldest letterbox from Dorset, dating from 1853 and still in daily use. Members £3, visitors £5. All welcome. David Cox 07800 895351.

Block of 6 Dance Connection Sessions begins, booking essential, 6pm, Bridport St Mary’s Church House Hall, DT6 3NN, 07787752201, https://www.dance-connection-wessex.co.uk/

Chesil Bank Writing Shed Do you write? Would you like to be a writer? Whatever you want to write why not come and learn with our creative writing group. New writers always welcome. 7pm – 9pm, Portesham Village Hall. Find out more by calling Linda on 01305 871802.

Scottish Country Dancing St Michael’s Scottish Country Dancing Club, 7.30 – 9.30pm at the Davis Hall, Howell Hill, West Camel BA22 7QX. First two visits free, £2.00 per session, £1.50 for members. Always a fun evening – come along and give it a try – a warm welcome assured. No partner needed. Please bring a mug – tea, coffee, biscuits provided. See website www.stmichaelsscdclub.org or contact secretary Elspeth 07972125617 elspeth_a_wright@hotmail.com.

Armstrong (2019, US, PG, 100 mins, Dir: David Fairhead) Dramatic, moving & deeply human, Armstrong is the definitive story of Neil Armstrong – the first man on the moon. From his childhood in rural Ohio, through aerial combat in Korea, to his first steps on the moon – and unwanted celebrity status that ensued. It is the story of a quiet, determined man who became an aviator, astronaut, husband, father and reluctant hero. Neil Armstrong’s words are narrated by Harrison Ford and the film weaves together breathtaking NASA footage, re-mastered archive material, and never-before-seen home movies, to tell the incredible untold story of a driven family man who became a global icon. Doors 7:00 pm, 7:30 pm start. Clapton & Wayford Village Hall (TA18 8PS). Membership £30, guests £5 per film. For more information/book guest tickets, please email mickpwilson53@btinternet.com or k_everard@live.com. Alternatively, ring Mick Wilson on 01460 74849 or Julia Borland on 01460 72769.

Friday, 6 March

My Ballet – Holistic ballet classes for all adults Supportive & Non – judgemental classical ballet to fabulous music. For posture, flexibility, strength, balance, fitness, friendship. Join the fun and feel good. Everybody welcome! Do get in touch and come for a dance! Winsham Jubilee Hall, Church St, Winsham, Chard, TA20 4HU Fridays 10am and 11.15am Whatsapp 07866896978. email: myballetuk@gmail.com www.my-ballet.uk.

Saturday, 7 March

“Saturday Coffee Morning” Join us for a free coffee morning which includes free toast and marmalade available and other treats on offer, 10 – 12 noon, toys and colouring books available for children to play with as well.

Seed Saturday Lyme Pine Hall, Baptist Church, top of Broad Street, Lyme Regis 11.30am – 1.00pm. Free seeds for flowers and veg for 2026! Our aim is to distribute organic open-pollinated seeds to gardeners and to encourage growers to save seed from them and return with them to the seed swap in the following year. FREE. Please remember to bring £’s for coffee/tea and cake. Donations welcome.

‘Wonder Women’ Classical pianist Sarah Hagen brings her blend of humour & musical excellence in a recital which celebrates the international lives & music of forgotten female composers of the 18th & 19th centuries. 7.30 at Litton Cheney Village Hall. adult £14, u18 £6 fam. £35 from Patricia 07799612941 or artsreach.co.uk.

Bridport & West Dorset Rambling Club 7 mile walk from Mosterton. For further information please ring 01308 898484 or 01308 863340. New members/visitors welcome.

Revelations & Dance Snippets’ – celebrating 25 years of Bridport Youth Dance. 2.30pm and 7.30pm at Bridport Electric Palace. Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre at 01308 424901 and Bridport Electric Palace at www.electricpalace.org.uk/theatre.

Friends of Weymouth Library (F.O.W.L) Felicity Herring will be the speaker at our next F.O.W.L. talk at 10-30a.m. in the Library. Her subject will be the life of Dr. James Barry. Born in Cork in 1789, in 1809 Margaret Bulkley disguised herself as a man and went to Edinburgh University to train to be a doctor, becoming the first female doctor in Britain. Following her graduation she eventually joined the army, where she maintained her male persona throughout. Tickets can be obtained from the Library @ £2 for members and £3 for non-members. More information can be obtained by phone on 01305 750557 or 01305 832613. Everyone welcome.

Sunday, 8 March

Axe Vale Orchestra Concert, 3pm, Axe Vale Orchestra invites you to an afternoon concert at Colyton Town Hall EX24 6JR. The programme includes Doppler: Andante and Rondo for two flutes and orchestra (soloists Jane Smith and Suzanne de Lozy), Dvorak: Czech Suite, Rossini: Italian Girl in Algiers Overture, and Schubert: Symphony No. 4. Tea and Cake after the concert. Tickets £15 (free for under 18s or students), from www.axevaleorchestra.co.uk via TicketSource or on the door.

Lyme Regis Museum Friends offer an illustrated talk, ‘100 years of Lyme’s History’ by Ken Gollop. At 2.30 pm in the Woodmead Hall, Hill Road, Lyme Regis. DT7 3PG. More tales from Under Shady Tree. Ken will tell the story of his grandfather, Frank Gollop, 1862-1960, the last of the stoneboatmen. Frank saw the decline of the sailing ships, the coming of the railway, the first car to come to Lyme Regis, two world wars and a changing holiday industry. Ken will cover the stone and cement industries, fishing, the harbour and the development of the town. Members £3 visitors £5. All welcome. David Cox 07800 895 351.

Choral Eucharist with music by Byrd, Kodaly and Purcell. St Peter’s Church Dorchester (DT1 1XA), 10.30am. Free to attend.https://www.musicatstpetersdorchester.org/

Monday, 9 March

Dance Connection – open class, holistic, Movement 4 Well-being, 11:30am, Bridport St Mary’s Church House Hall, DT6 3NN, 07787752201, https://www.dance-connection-wessex.co.uk.

Winsham Art Club 2pm at Jubilee Hall TA20 4HU. The theme this practical session is Spring Flowers in Watercolour. It is a 2.5 hr. session led by a visiting tutor. Small friendly group of mixed abilities. Members £5, non-members £7. Annual membership £15. All welcome. Contact: Email : suzyna48@gmail.com for further details.

Tuesday, 10 March

Joanna Cooke (Bridport Birth of the Cool). Joanna Cooke storms into Bridport with a powerhouse set of jazzy soul. Big voice, raw emotion, gritty grooves — whether singing Nina Simone or Aretha Franklin, this is woman with soul in her veins. Electric Palace, 35 South St, Bridport DT6 3NY 6.30pm doors/ 7pm show : £15 advance (includes one drink : 01308 45807) https://www.electricpalace.org.uk/s//foyer-sessions-joanna-cooke/

Scottish Country Dancing every Tuesday evening from 7.30 to 9.30 pm at Horton Village Hall TA19 9QR. Only £3.00 pay on the door. Classes suitable for beginners and no partner required. For further information contact Anita on 01460 929383, email anitaandjim22@gmail.com and check out our web site at www.ashillscd.wordpress.com See you soon.

The Lyme Regis Society presents A Talk: The Story of Axmouth Harbour by Nigel Daniel. The history of this once thriving commercial port in Roman times to the leisurely haven of today. 2pm. Woodmead Halls, Hill Road, Lyme Regis. DT7 3PG. All Welcome. Members Free. Visitors £3.00. Refreshments Included. Social distanced seating available if desired. Please check website for further information: http//lymeregissociety.org.uk.

Wednesday, 11 March

Kilmington Film Night “Save The Cinema (12)” Set in the 90’s “Save The Cinema” is a True Story inspired by the life of Liz Evans who saved the Carmarthen cinema from demolition. Save The Cinema is bright, breezy, and a treat of a picture. It is a feel-good film, loaded with heart. Doors and bar open 6.45 film start 7.15 at Kilmington Village Hall EX13 7RF. Tickets £6 can be ordered by contacting: John at wattsjohn307@gmail.com or Tel: 01297 521681.

Thursday, 12 March

Kilmington Film Matinee “Save The Cinema (12)” (See 11th March). Doors open 1.45pm film starts 2pm. Tickets £6, cream-teas @ £4. served during the interval but must be pre-booked with your seats see above and www.kilmingtonvillage.com/other-organisations.html for more information.

Chard History Group History of the Axminster to Lyme Railway. A talk by Tessa Leeds on the conception, construction, running and demise of the popular ‘Lyme Billy’ line. 7.00 for 7.30pm. Chard Guildhall upper floor with lift available. Members £2.50 guests £3.50 all welcome. For further information contact Tessa on 07984481634.

Seaton Garden Club A Talk by Baz Hamblin. Dispelling the Myths of Climate Change. Seaton Masonic Hall. 2.30p.m. Members free, visitors £2.00 plus refreshments. For more details contact 01792 22869.

Bridport History Society will be welcoming Prof. Karen Hunt who will give a talk in this centenary year of the General Strike of 1926 called ‘What about the workers?’ which will explore Bridport’s early labour movement. The Society’s AGM will also take place during the meeting. The meeting will be held at the United Church Hall on East Street, Bridport. Doors open at 2.15 for a prompt 2.30 start. All are welcome. Members £1pp and visitors £5pp. Bridport History Society meets on the second Thursday of each month (except July and August). Membership is open to all (£12 individual/£18 couple). For more information visit https://www.bridporthistorysociety.org.uk.

Friday, 13 March

Three Cane Whale. Artsreach brings the multi-instrumental, Bristol-based chamber-folk-trio to West Dorset. Chosen by Cerys Matthews as one of her Top Five Modern Folk Albums. 7.30pm. Powerstock Hut, Powerstock, DT6 3TB. Tickets £12.50 Under 18s £6. To book: www.artsreach.co.uk. Or contact Matthew Solon: 07775 590579. Or buy on the door.

Django Chutney (Bridport Birth of the Cool). Django Chutney bring standout gypsy-jazz, cheeky energy and tight vintage harmonies. Expect wild guitar, bold bass and a joyful trip from Paris swing to New Orleans grit. Bridport Arts Centre, 9 South Street, Bridport DT6 3NR. 7pm doors/ 7.30pm show: £15 advance: 01308 424204.

Open Mic at the Millhouse Music has always been a big part of what we do here at The Millhouse, Ilminster. Come to our next open mic on Friday 13th February – as a performer or attendee of great grassroots music. We’d love to see you there to support and celebrate our local musicians. The Millhouse, Rose Mills Industrial Estate, Ilminster, TA19 9PS. For enquiries: themillhouseilminster@gmail.com.

Move and Groove Adult dance with Nikki Northover at Steps studio, Crepe Farm Business Park. Every Friday at 10. 15am to 11.15am. Move and Groove focuses on enhancing creativity and dancing for well being. Enquiries and to book please contact Nikki Northover at nikkinorthover43@gmail.com

Saturday, 14 March

Bird Ringing & Breakfast: Start your morning surrounded by nature! Join our local bird ringing expert, Luke, for an early session of birdsong and bird ringing. Learn how birds are monitored, track migratory patterns, and get up close to these amazing creatures with a specific focus on farmland birds such as Yellowhammer, and large flocks of Linnet and Chaffinch. Finish with a delicious bacon croissant breakfast with tea, coffee, and juice in the Barn Owl Buildings while discussing the morning’s discoveries. 7.30am, Coppet Hill, Purcombe Farm, DT6 6RL. Visit www.coppethill.co.uk for tickets or email pippa@coppethill.co.uk for more information.

Weymouth Choral Society are proud to present Mozart’s Requiem at St John’s Church, Greenhill, Weymouth at 7.30pm. The concert will feature professional soloists Verity Joy, Miriam Betz, William Gadd, Joe Lyndley and musicians Jeff Thomas, Simon Earl and Louise Dukes. All under the baton of Helen Brind WCS Musical Director Tickets are £15 and can be purchased through the Weymouth Choral Society website or directly via TicketSource (search for Weymouth Choral Society).

Dom Pipkin supported by Tootin’ Hoodlums (Bridport Birth of the Cool). Dom Pipkin brings the raw New Orleans sounds to Bridport, with bags of street soul and swagger. With sax-fuelled Tootin’ Hoodlums blasting ahead, expect a joyful second-line party in full flow. Clocktower Records, Unit 10a, St. Michael’s Estate, Bridport DT6 3RR. 7pm doors/ 7.30pm show: £12 advance/£15 OTD : 01308 458077. Website: https://bridportandwestbay.co.uk/tickets/bridports-birth-of-the-cool-2026/

Lunchtime Concert David Bednall’s ‘Stabat Mater’ performed by vocal consort, Bryony Smith (violin) with the composer at the organ. St Peter’s Church Dorchester (DT1 1XA), 12.30-1.15pm. Admission free. https://www.musicatstpetersdorchester.org/

“Who Do You Think You Are?” A family mystery unlocking the truth using DNA which includes supper of fresh pizzas & salad, bar will be open serving wines, beers, ciders, etc, 6.30pm, Chideock Village Hall, tickets £10. To book: 07484 709719 / suzypea@btinternet.com

Bridport & West Dorset Rambling Club 7 mile walk from Tibbs Hollow. For further information please ring 01308 898484 or 01308 863340. New members/visitors welcome.

Cantamus presents ‘This is my delight’, a concert of beautiful choral music for spring, including new pieces by Dorset composer Matthew Coleridge. St Andrew’s Church, Charmouth, at 7pm. Tickets £12 on the door. Refreshments available. cantamus-dorset.org.

Nicky Swan Performs at the Millhouse Award-winning, South West-based female artist Nicky Swann (also known as Third Girl from the Left). comes to The Millhouse. An emotionally honest blend of acoustic folk, country and blues. The Millhouse, Rose Mills Industrial Estate, Ilminster, TA19 9PS. See https://www.millhousearts.co.uk/ for more information.

Monday, 16 March

Sunset Café Stompers (Bridport Birth of the Cool). Sunset Café Stompers bring Chicago swagger and New Orleans pulse to The Ropemakers—vintage jazz, classic tunes and crowd-pleasing energy. Think Armstrong, Ellington, Fats Waller… all ready to lift your night. The Ropemakers, 36 West St, Bridport DT6 3QP. 8pm show: £15 advance: 01308 421255.

Dance Connection – open class, holistic, Movement 4 Well-being, 11:30am, Bridport St Mary’s Church House Hall, DT6 3NN, 07787752201, https://www.dance-connection-wessex.co.uk.

Singing Bowl Soundbath 7.30-9 PM Digby Memorial Hall, Digby Rd, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 3LN £17 Lie down, relax, and allow the Pure Sounds of a crystal and Tibetan bowl soundbath plus sacred vocal overtoning give you a sonic deep-tissue massage, taking you into the deeper brainwave states of ‘the relaxation response’, while charging and balancing the aura and chakras of the subtle body, and detoxing the physical body. 01935 389655 or email ahiahel@live.com

Tuesday, 17 March

Annika Skoogh Trio (Bridport Birth of the Cool). Annika brings Latin heat, Nordic cool and serious vocal class to this second #souldivas in the foyer at Electric Palace. Annika performs an eclectic mix of jazz standards, Latin, Nordic jazz, contemporary tunes and some original compositions. Electric Palace, 35 South St, Bridport DT6 3NY. 6.30pm doors/ 7pm show: £15 advance (includes one drink): 01308 458077.

Scottish Country Dancing every Tuesday evening from 7.30 to 9.30 pm at Horton Village Hall TA19 9QR. Only £3.00 pay on the door. Classes suitable for beginners and no partner required. For further information contact Anita on 01460 929383 , email anitaandjim22@gmail.com and check out our web site at www.ashillscd.wordpress.com See you soon.

Turn Lyme Green Talk ‘What’s Happening to Our Wildlife?’ Paul Butter, a wildlife specialist, has been observing gardens and open spaces. He will report on changes to patterns and how we can protect and encourage protect and encourage wildlife in our gardens. Driftwood Cafe, Baptist Church, top of Broad Street, Lyme Regis. 6.45 for 7pm. FREE. All welcome. Refreshments available.

Bridport Film Society – My Favourite Cake by Maryam Moghaddam, Behtash Sanaeeha. Persian with English subtitles. Mahin (70) lives alone in Tehran since her husband’s death and her daughter’s departure for Europe, until an afternoon tea with friends leads her to break her solitary routine and revitalize her love life. But what begins as an unexpected encounter quickly evolves into an unpredictable, unforgettable evening. 7.45pm Bridport Arts Centre. Members and Guests (£5) only.

Wednesday, 18 March

Dance Connection – open class, Movement 4 Well-being, 7pm, Uplyme Village Hall, DT73UY, 07787752201, https://www.dance-connection-wessex.co.uk.

Coffee Morning including cakes, scones & savouries, and bacon/egg rolls (made to order), 10.30am – noon; all welcome. Clapton & Wayford Village Hall. More details from Julia (01460 72769).

Thursday, 19 March

Michael J Bolton and Leonian Dream Trio (Bridport Birth of the Cool). Get down with a double dose of funk and indie — Michael Bolton’s band bringing George Benson, Grover Washington & George Duke vibes, plus local indie legends, Leonian Dream, serve up raw, stripped-back originals. Clocktower Records, Unit 10a, St. Michael’s Estate, Bridport DT6 3RR. 7pm doors/ 7.30pm show: £12 advance/£15 OTD: 01308 458077. Website: https://bridportandwestbay.co.uk/tickets/bridports-birth-of-the-cool-2026/.

New Arts Group The Festival of Britain 1951: A Nation Celebrates Speaker: Matthew Denney Bridport Town Hall 1.30 for 2.00pm All welcome £10.00.

South Somerset RSPB Local Group The Greater Sedgemoor Landscape Recovery Project We welcome Damon Bridge who has led this ambitious project for the past two years. The partnership is between the RSPB and the Farming Wildlife Advisory Group, focusing on restoring and recovering wildlife across the 4,000 hectare project area. at 7.30pm The Millennium Hall, Seavington St. Mary, Ilminster, TA19 0QH. Entry: Group members £4, non-group members £5, under 25’s Free. Tea/coffee & biscuits included – Wheelchair access. Further details from Denise Chamings on 01781473846 or www.rspb.org.uk/groups/southsomerset. Everyone welcome.

Friday, 20 March

Film Night at Milborne St Andrew Village Hall – More Than a Movie! Our popular Film Night returns to Milborne St Andrew Village Hall with the entertaining Roofman on the big screen Doors and bar opening at 7.00pm and the film starting at 7.30pm. As always, it’s more than just a movie – your £6.50 all-in ticket includes the film plus an ice cream or a drink, with payment by cash or card. Enjoy a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, a licensed bar and a proper big-screen experience right here in the village. It’s a great chance to get together, enjoy a night out locally and support your village hall. Everyone welcome – we hope you’ll join us!

Comedy Night at The Millhouse Join us for Friday night giggles at The Millhouse Comedy Night. Hosted by the fabulous Ade. The Millhouse, Rose Mills Industrial Estate, Ilminster, TA19 9PS. For enquiries: themillhouseilminster@gmail.com.

Informative talk – local speaker and enthusiastic ‘Mother of Pearl’ collector Fran Watson, will return to the village hall to give us Part Two of his entertaining presentation on this interesting hobby. £5 includes tea/coffee/squash & cake. Please book in advance. 3pm, at Clapton & Wayford Village Hall. Part One was very well received in October 2025, but it isn’t necessary to have attended on that occasion, in order to enjoy the second part! Further information from Mary (01460 74849) or Julia (01460 72769).

Saturday, 21 March

Neil Maya Quartet’s 1959 (Bridport Birth of the Cool). The Neil Maya Quartet brings 1959 – The Golden Year of Jazz to Bridport: expect epic tracks like “Take Five”, “So What” and “Giant Steps”, delivered with crisp sax, slick piano and timeless style. Electric Palace, 35 South St, Bridport DT6 3NY. 2.30pm doors/ 3pm show: £15 advance (includes one drink): 01308 458077. Website: https://www.electricpalace.org.uk/s//neil-maya-quartets-1959/.

Jazz Funk Emporium (Bridport Birth of the Cool). Jazz Funk Emporium hit Bridport with a tight, groove inspired by the likes of Herbie Hancock, Average White Band and James Taylor Quartet. Bold horns, slick rhythms and dance-ready energy. You bring the moves — they’ll bring the funk. Clocktower Records, Unit 10a, St. Michael’s Estate, Bridport DT6 3RR. 7pm doors/ 7.30pm show: £12 advance/£15 OTD: 01308 458077. Website: https://bridportandwestbay.co.uk/tickets/bridports-birth-of-the-cool-2026/.

Bridport & West Dorset Rambling Club 5 or7 mile walk from Bridport. For further information please ring 01308 898484 or 01308 863340. New members/visitors welcome.

Cantamus presents ‘This is my delight’, a concert of beautiful choral music for spring, including new pieces by Dorset composer Matthew Coleridge. St Mary’s Church, Norton-sub-Hamdon, at 7pm. Tickets £12 in advance from Norton Shop or on the door. Refreshments available. cantamus-dorset.org.

Pocket Sinfonia play Mozart’s Magic Flute Overture, Mendelssohn’s Midsummer Night’s Dream Suite and Grieg’s Holberg Suite in a charming concert brim-full of music you’ll know. Saturday 21 March, 7.30pm, St Mary’s Church, Beaminster, DT8 3BA. £20/15 Seating is in the round providing an intimate, immersive performance. www.beaminsterfestival.com or 0333 666 33 66.

Sunday, 22 March

Choral Eucharist for Passion Sunday Music by Stopford, Caldara and Bruckner. St Peter’s Church Dorchester (DT1 1XA), 10.30am. Free to attend.https://www.musicatstpetersdorchester.org/

Dalwood Jazz Club presents Robert Fowler and The Martin Dale Quartet. with Robert Fowler on tenor & baritone sax, Martin Dale – tenor sax, Gavin Martin – keyboard, Kevin Sanders – d/bass and Dennis Harris – drums. at 3pm. Dalwood Village Hall, EX13 7EG (near Axminster) Bar for beer/wine/soft drinks and tea/coffee/cake etc. Parking at the Village Hall £12.50p If possible, please book in advance and pay (cash or card) at the door. Thank you! t.mackenney111@btinternet.com.

Singing Bowl Soundbath 2-4pm Bridport Unitarians, 49 East Street, Bridport, DT6 3JX £17 Lie down, relax, and allow the Pure Sounds of a crystal and Tibetan bowl soundbath plus sacred vocal overtoning give you a sonic deep-tissue massage, taking you into the deeper brainwave states of ‘the relaxation response’, while charging and balancing the aura and chakras of the subtle body, and detoxing the physical body. 01935 389655 ahiahel@live.com

Monday, 23 March

Dance Connection – open class, Movement 4 Well-being, 11:30am, Bridport St Mary’s Church House Hall, DT6 3NN, 07787752201, https://www.dance-connection-wessex.co.uk/

Winsham Art Club 2pm at Jubilee Hall TA20 4HU. The theme this practical session is Using Charcoal. It is a 2.5 hr. session led by a visiting tutor. Small friendly group of mixed abilities. Members £5, non-members £7. Annual membership £15. All welcome. Contact: Email : suzyna48@gmail.com for further details.

Tuesday, 24 March

Maggie Reeday (Bridport Birth of the Cool). Maggie Reeday closes this series of #souldivas events in the foyer of Electric Palace – but what a finale. She brings pure class to whatever she turns her hand to— jazz standards, soul classics or a touch of blues. Think George Benson, Bill Withers, Etta James, Roberta Flack – you name it! Electric Palace, 35 South St, Bridport DT6 3NY. 6.30pm doors/ 7pm show: £15 advance (includes one drink): 01308 458077. Website: https://www.electricpalace.org.uk/s//foyer-sessions-maggie-reeday/.

U3A Bridport Talk Our Talk in March is called ‘Johnny Remember Me’….. Brian & Jacqueline Sutton tell us stories all about the exciting days of John Leyton, Screaming Lord Sutch ,etc. An interesting look at the 5os & 60s. The talk lasts for up to 1 hour followed by Q&A,then tea & biscuits. Venue ; Bridport United Church Hall,East street, Bridport, DT6 3LJ at 2.00 pm. Members free, visitors £3.00.

Scottish Country Dancing every Tuesday evening from 7.30 to 9.30 pm at Horton Village Hall TA19 9QR. Only £3.00 pay on the door. Classes suitable for beginners and no partner required. For further information contact Anita on 01460 929383 , email anitaandjim22@gmail.com and check out our web site at www.ashillscd.wordpress.com See you soon.

Wednesday, 25 March

West Dorset Community Orchestra meet for rehearsal in Christian Fellowship hall, East Street car park, Bridport DT6 3PL from 6-30p.m. to 7-45p.m.New members welcome. 01308 456297 www.westdorsetmusic.org.uk.

Uplyme and Lyme Regis Horticultural Society Short AGM followed by talk ‘Lessons from a Lifetime of Gardening’ by Anne Swithinbank, broadcaster and author. Uplyme Village Hall 7.30pm. Doors open 7pm. Members free; guests £3. More information https://ulrhs.wordpress.com.

Thursday, 26 March

A Joint Fundraiser to Build Gardens and Havens for Bees Turn Lyme Green joins Woodroffe School’s Parents, Teachers and Friends Association (PTFA) to host a fundraiser promoting gardens and bees. This collaboration brings
together the PTFA’s Botanical Garden Project and TLG’s new Bee Friendly Lyme Regis initiative. Both tackle urgent environmental challenges including declining biodiversity in gardens and the rapid loss of habitat for bees and other pollinating insects. To raise awareness and funds, TLG and the PTFA invite the community to the Great Green Pub Quiz. Anne Swithinbank, well-known as a panellist on BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time will join as quiz master. The event takes place on Thursday 26th March at 7.30pm at the Royal Lion Hotel, Lyme Regis. It promises to be a fun, friendly evening for all while supporting local environmental projects. Bee Friendly Lyme Regis will focus on transforming the town into a welcoming environment for pollinators. A key part of the project involves making and installing bee hotels throughout the area, providing much-needed nesting sites for solitary bees. These hotels can be placed in private gardens and community areas. TLG will work closely with the Council to build on the environmental work they have undertaken and work with residents, businesses and local organisations to share advice and ideas. From choosing
pollinator-friendly plants to rethinking how green spaces are managed, the project encourages everyone to play a part in making Lyme Regis a truly bee-friendly town. Alongside this town-wide initiative, The Woodroffe School’s Botanical Garden Project is transforming outside spaces around the school grounds into a series of botanical garden areas. These new green areas will significantly improve biodiversity, positively impact on the mental and physical health of students and staff, enhance learning and educational opportunities and engage the wider public through open and grounds days. Students will have a hands-on approach with nature and understand the importance of protecting the environment. Further details of the project and fundraising are at https://woodroffeschool.org/botanical-garden-project/ Everyone is welcome to the quiz —whether you’re a quiz enthusiast or simply passionate about protecting nature. To book, email Turn Lyme Green – enquiries@turnlymegreen.co.uk or ring 01297 446066. £3 per person/ £15 for table of 6.

Friday, 27 March

My Ballet – Holistic ballet classes for all adults Supportive & Non-judgemental classical ballet to fabulous music. For posture, flexibility, strength, balance, fitness, friendship. Join the fun and feel good. Winsham Jubilee Hall, Church St, Winsham, Chard, TA20 4HU Fridays 10am and11.15am Whatsapp 07866896978. email: myballetuk@gmail.com www.my-ballet.uk.

Musical Showcase and Open Mic at the Millhouse. The 4th Friday of every month is an opportunity for local bands to have an extended c. Min slot at our live music evenings, followed by open mic slots. If you are a band or a performer and have an extended set list to share with an engaged audience, get in touch. We aim to showcase the best local talent in our special and vibrant Somerset grassroots music venue. The Millhouse, Rose Mills Industrial Estate, Ilminster, TA19 9PS. For enquiries: themillhouseilminster@gmail.com.

‘An Evening with Jim Causley’ 7pm. More than simply a folk-singer, multi award winning singer-songwriter and musician Jim Causley is an all-round entertainer. His ‘Evening with’ concerts give a full night of beautiful singing, moving ballads, hilarious ditties and everything in between. Drawing equally from traditional repertoire, modern songs as well as his own compositions and settings of poems by his relative, the celebrated Cornish poet Charles Causley. All accompanied on piano and various accordions and served with a gurt dollop of Westcountry humour, an evening with Jim is an evening not to be missed! Kennaway House Cellar Bar, Coburg Rd,Sidmouth EX10 8NG. Tickets £15 from https://villagesinaction.co.uk/

Saturday, 28 March

Axminster and District Choral Society’s spring concert will include Vivaldi’s magnificent Gloria and CPE Bach’s Magnificat. 7.30 pm at the Minster Church, Axminster. Tickets £16 and £14 from Archway Bookshop, members of the choir or axminsterchoral.co.uk.

Choral Evensong in Lent Music by Byrd, Elgar and Lotti. St Peter’s Church Dorchester (DT1 1XA), 4.30pm. Free to attend.https://www.musicatstpetersdorchester.org/

Bridport & West Dorset Rambling Club 7 mile walk from Abbotsbury. For further information please ring 01308 898484 or 01308 863340. New members/visitors welcome.

Cantamus presents ‘This is my delight’, a concert of beautiful choral music for spring, including new pieces by Dorset composer Matthew Coleridge. Holy Trinity Church, Bothenhampton, Bridport, at 7pm. Tickets £12 on the door. Refreshments available. cantamus-dorset.org

Sunday, 29 March

Bournemouth Sinfonietta Choir performs Bach’s St John Passion, one of Bach’s most moving and dramatic choral works, in the majestic setting of Milton Abbey, 3pm. The choir is joined by Dorset-born and internationally renowned tenor, Kieran White, recognised as one of the most expressive tenors of his generation. Musical Director David Gostick. Wessex Baroque Collective, led by Brian Lloyd Wilson. Tickets £25 in advance, £28 on the door, £5 students and under 18s. Available online at: www.bschoir.org.uk or at the door.

Netherbury Repair Cafe Netherbury Village Hall, 10:00-12:00. A free community group for Netherbury, surrounding villages and towns. With Spring hopefully on the horizon, now is the time to bring your garden tools to be repaired and sharpened. We have volunteers who can sharpen knives and who can fix: electricals, bikes, textiles, ceramics, electronics, wooden and metal items. The cafe offers home-made cakes, delicious coffee and a range of Clipper teas. Vegan and vegetarian-friendly. We are always looking for new volunteers and so if you love fixing things, baking or being part of a fun community event then come and join us. Lisa Willis on 07870 950 666 or info@repaircafenetherbury.org www.repaircafenetherbury.org.

Singing Bowl Soundbath 2-4pm Oborne Village Hall, Oborne, nr. Sherborne, Dorset DT9 4LA £17 Lie down, relax, and allow the Pure Sounds of a crystal and Tibetan bowl soundbath plus sacred vocal overtoning give you a sonic deep-tissue massage, taking you into the deeper brainwave states of ‘the relaxation response’, while charging and balancing the aura and chakras of the subtle body, and detoxing the physical body. 01935 389655 ahiahel@live.com.

Mingus and Monk Thelonious Monk and Charles Mingus were both maverick composer/performers who shaped the course of jazz at the peak of bebop in the 1950s. Pete Canter will be playing both saxophone and double bass, accompanied by Philip Clouts at the piano, in a programme of their music. 8pm, Marine Theatre, Church St, Lyme Regis, Dorset DT7 3QB £16 advance £18 on the door. Tickets available at www.marinetheatre.com. You can also purchase tickets from the Lyme Regis Bookshop and Bridport TIC (01308 424901).

Tuesday, 31 March

Scottish Country Dancing every Tuesday evening from 7.30 to 9.30 pm at Horton Village Hall TA19 9QR. Only £3.00 pay on the door. Classes suitable for beginners and no partner required. For further information contact Anita on 01460 929383 , email anitaandjim22@gmail.com and check out our web site at www.ashillscd.wordpress.com See you soon.