Christmas in Dorset

With so many fantastic events happening locally over the festive season, here’s our top selection of things you don’t want to miss!

Dick Whittington Rides into Wimborne

Following the huge success of last year’s record breaking production of Cinderella, Made-to-Measure Productions are returning to Wimborne’s Tivoli Theatre this Christmas with a hilarious production of Dick Whittington!

The rags-to-riches story tells the tale of a boy from Wimborne who travels all the way to London to make his fortune, believing that the streets there are paved with gold! Last year’s pantomime was described as the ‘Best in the local area!’ so don’t miss it – you won’t be disappointed!

Tickets available now from the Box Office: Adults £16.50 and children under 16 £13.

The Christmas Lights Switch-On in Poole marks the beginning of the festive season and a truly magical programme of events hosted by Poole BID.

The switch-on happens on 30th November with the stars of pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk joining the Mayor of Poole for the event. This is followed by the Santa Parade on the 1st December with Santa arriving on the Quay at 9.30am, leaving on a boat for a tour of the bay then returning to ride his sleigh from the Quay to Falkland Square. Santa on the Quay on the 8th December will see Santa spend the day on the Quay with many more children’s activities including a Grotto and a giant snow globe.

To complete the festive fun we have a Christmas Singalong around the tree on the 14th December and family movies on the 21st December with beanbags and patio heaters.

For more information visit www.poolebid.com

Christmas Time at Brewery Square

Dorchester’s Brewery Square kicks off the festive season in style on 30 November with a host of live music, performances and entertainment from 4–8pm, as well as the spectacular lights illumination and the return of Skating in the Square until January.

Dorchester Christmas Cracker on 5 December marks the start of late night shopping on Thursdays until Christmas, with 30% off skating for one night only and special guests switch on the town festive lights. On 12 December, it’s your chance to write letters to Father Christmas while you listen to Christmas carols and enjoy late night shopping and mulled wine.

Bring along your furry friends to join in the Square’s first ever Christmas Dog Parade on 7 December from 2–3pm. Get your pooch dressed up in something festive - from Rudolph to Christmas puddings, we want to see them all! Prizes will be up for grabs for the best-dressed waggy-tailed friend!

Father Christmas will be visiting on 14 December, so come and watch the man himself on his sleigh as he does his rounds, with photo opportunities and gifts for children will also be available from 12pm–2pm. Christmas festivities round off on 19 December, as Brewery Square presents The Snowman double bill on the Screen On The Square from 6pm–8pm. ‘Yule’ be a fool to miss out!

Cinderella at the Weymouth Pavilion

Follow our heroine, the beautiful Cinderella, on a mission to make her dreams come true. But not everything goes quite to plan as her wicked Ugly Stepsisters have some tricks up their sleeves to prevent poor Cinderella from getting her ‘happy ever after’!

No need to fear though, her hilarious best friend Buttons is on hand to cheer her up and her Fairy Godmother will ensure that she gets to the Ball in style, in the most spectacular transformation sequence ever to grace the Pavilion stage! From 14 December to 4 January.

Call 01305 783225 or visit weymouthpavilion.com

Returning for its eighth fabulous year of family entertainment, The Glad Rag Production Company is delighted to bring a brand new Christmas Spectacular to the Regent Centre stage. Bursting with festive delights, this is a not-to-be-missed magical Christmas treat for the whole family to enjoy.

Audiences will be treated to dazzling costumes from West End costumier Sue Simmerling and sparkling production numbers brought together by a heart-warming festive story, making this production the best winter warmer in town.

Performances from 18th – 24th December, with additional matinees from 21st December, so book your tickets now at regentcentre.co.uk

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The Fun, Easy Way to See Santa

Looking for a truly magical experience for your little VIPs this Christmas? Want to avoid long queues and enjoy a full family day out? With free parking, a quality gift for every child and a ‘Farmer Christmas’ who knows how to get the grown-ups giggling too? Then the Farmer Palmer’s Experience is for you!

Specifically designed for children aged 0-8 years, you’ll receive the warmest welcome, enjoy a full daily timetable of animal activities, delicious home cooking in the restaurant and a baaaarilliant day out! Father Christmas Tickets charged at £7 in addition to normal admission.

Visit www.farmerpalmers.co.uk for details.

Santa’s taking a break from all of his hard work in the North Pole to hop on board City Cruise’s harbour cruise around Poole. With a free glass of mulled wine and a mince pie for the adults, and a refreshment and gingerbread man for the kids, you’ll get into the festive spirit!

There’s live onboard entertainment from Dr. Balloon Man, before the children meet Santa himself and receive a very special gift.

It’s the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit with all the family. Sailing between 30th November and 24th December.

Visit www.citycruisespoole.com for dates and sailing times.

ADULTS & CHILDREN £17PP Sailing at 11am, 1pm, 3pm and a late sailing of 5pm on selected days between 30th Nov- 24th Dec 2019. Please see www.citycruisespoole.com for all sailing dates. SAIL WITH SANTA

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When Jack sells his beloved family cow for magic beans, his mother, the outrageous Dame Trott, is not best pleased! Little does she know that those beans hold the key to a thrilling adventure. As Jack climbs the beanstalk he discovers a land filled with riches beyond his wildest dreams ….there’s just one Giant problem.

It’s been 15 years since the award-winning Highcliffe Charity Players performed ‘Jack in the Beanstalk’, so don’t miss this giant of a show which promises laughter, sparkle and excitement for the whole family to enjoy this January at The Regent Centre in Christchurch.

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Festive Fun at Upton Country Park

There’s something for the whole family this festive season at Upton Country Park.

Festivities kick off with an Arts and Crafts weekend at Upton House on 23rd November with local choirs and plenty of Christmas gift ideas, for just £1.50 entry.

On 1st & 8th December, you can make a Natural Wreath from the park’s foliage whilst enjoying a mulled wine and mince pie, for £35. Party evenings on 7th and 8th December include a 3-course dinner with DJ, dancing and a photo booth for just £45 per person, or you can enjoy a 2-course Christmas Luncheon on 19th December for £25 per person.

For children, the Santa’s Woodland Grotto returns, opening on 7th December over weekends and school holidays until 5pm Christmas Eve. This year the reindeer are staying home but owls, donkeys and a few surprise guests will be making an appearance instead!

For all event bookings visit uptoncountrypark.com/Christmas

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Dick Whittington Rides into Wimborne

Following the huge success of last year’s record breaking production of Cinderella, Made-to-Measure Productions are returning to Wimborne’s Tivoli Theatre this Christmas with a hilarious production of Dick Whittington!

The rags-to-riches story tells the tale of a boy from Wimborne who travels all the way to London to make his fortune, believing that the streets there are paved with gold! Last year’s pantomime was described as the ‘Best in the local area!’ so don’t miss it – you won’t be disappointed!

Tickets available now from the Box Office: Adults £16.50 and children under 16 £13.

Christmas Time at Brewery Square

Dorchester’s Brewery Square kicks off the festive season in style on 30 November with a host of live music, performances and entertainment from 4–8pm, as well as the spectacular lights illumination and the return of Skating in the Square until January.

Dorchester Christmas Cracker on 5 December marks the start of late night shopping on Thursdays until Christmas, with 30% off skating for one night only and special guests switch on the town festive lights. On 12 December, it’s your chance to write letters to Father Christmas while you listen to Christmas carols and enjoy late night shopping and mulled wine.

Bring along your furry friends to join in the Square’s first ever Christmas Dog Parade on 7 December from 2–3pm. Get your pooch dressed up in something festive - from Rudolph to Christmas puddings, we want to see them all! Prizes will be up for grabs for the best-dressed waggy-tailed friend!

Father Christmas will be visiting on 14 December, so come and watch the man himself on his sleigh as he does his rounds, with photo opportunities and gifts for children will also be available from 12pm–2pm. Christmas festivities round off on 19 December, as Brewery Square presents The Snowman double bill on the Screen On The Square from 6pm–8pm. ‘Yule’ be a fool to miss out!

Christmas Festivities in Poole

The Christmas Lights Switch-On in Poole marks the beginning of the festive season and a truly magical programme of events hosted by Poole BID.

The switch-on happens on 30th November with the stars of pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk joining the Mayor of Poole for the event. This is followed by the Santa Parade on the 1st December with Santa arriving on the Quay at 9.30am, leaving on a boat for a tour of the bay then returning to ride his sleigh from the Quay to Falkland Square. Santa on the Quay on the 8th December will see Santa spend the day on the Quay with many more children’s activities including a Grotto and a giant snow globe.

To complete the festive fun we have a Christmas Singalong around the tree on the 14th December and family movies on the 21st December with beanbags and patio heaters.

Cinderella at the Weymouth Pavilion

Follow our heroine, the beautiful Cinderella, on a mission to make her dreams come true. But not everything goes quite to plan as her wicked Ugly Stepsisters have some tricks up their sleeves to prevent poor Cinderella from getting her ‘happy ever after’!

No need to fear though, her hilarious best friend Buttons is on hand to cheer her up and her Fairy Godmother will ensure that she gets to the Ball in style, in the most spectacular transformation sequence ever to grace the Pavilion stage! From 14 December to 4 January.

Call 01305 783225 or visit weymouthpavilion.com

It’s a Christmas Spectacular

Returning for its eighth fabulous year of family entertainment, The Glad Rag Production Company is delighted to bring a brand new Christmas Spectacular to the Regent Centre stage. Bursting with festive delights, this is a not-to-be-missed magical Christmas treat for the whole family to enjoy.

Audiences will be treated to dazzling costumes from West End costumier Sue Simmerling and sparkling production numbers brought together by a heart-warming festive story, making this production the best winter warmer in town.

Performances from 18th – 24th December, with additional matinees from 21st December, so book your tickets now at regentcentre.co.uk

Set Sail With Santa

Santa’s taking a break from all of his hard work in the North Pole to hop on board City Cruise’s harbour cruise around Poole. With a free glass of mulled wine and a mince pie for the adults, and a refreshment and gingerbread man for the kids, you’ll get into the festive spirit!

There’s live onboard entertainment from Dr. Balloon Man, before the children meet Santa himself and receive a very special gift.

It’s the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit with all the family. Sailing between 30th November and 24th December.

The Fun, Easy Way to See Santa

Looking for a truly magical experience for your little VIPs this Christmas? Want to avoid long queues and enjoy a full family day out? With free parking, a quality gift for every child and a ‘Farmer Christmas’ who knows how to get the grown-ups giggling too? Then the Farmer Palmer’s Experience is for you!

Specifically designed for children aged 0-8 years, you’ll receive the warmest welcome, enjoy a full daily timetable of animal activities, delicious home cooking in the restaurant and a baaaarilliant day out! Father Christmas Tickets charged at £7 in addition to normal admission.

Visit www.farmerpalmers.co.uk for details.

Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum, It’s Panto Fun For Everyone!

When Jack sells his beloved family cow for magic beans, his mother, the outrageous Dame Trott, is not best pleased! Little does she know that those beans hold the key to a thrilling adventure. As Jack climbs the beanstalk he discovers a land filled with riches beyond his wildest dreams ….there’s just one Giant problem.

It’s been 15 years since the award-winning Highcliffe Charity Players performed ‘Jack in the Beanstalk’, so don’t miss this giant of a show which promises laughter, sparkle and excitement for the whole family to enjoy this January at The Regent Centre in Christchurch.

Festive Fun at Upton Country Park

There’s something for the whole family this festive season at Upton Country Park.

Festivities kick off with an Arts and Crafts weekend at Upton House on 23rd November with local choirs and plenty of Christmas gift ideas, for just £1.50 entry.

On 1st & 8th December, you can make a Natural Wreath from the park’s foliage whilst enjoying a mulled wine and mince pie, for £35. Party evenings on 7th and 8th December include a 3-course dinner with DJ, dancing and a photo booth for just £45 per person, or you can enjoy a 2-course Christmas Luncheon on 19th December for £25 per person.

For children, the Santa’s Woodland Grotto returns, opening on 7th December over weekends and school holidays until 5pm Christmas Eve. This year the reindeer are staying home but owls, donkeys and a few surprise guests will be making an appearance instead!

For all event bookings visit uptoncountrypark.com/Christmas