Snowdrop Weekend @ Damerham Church
2026-02-14 - 2026-02-15 | St George’s Church (Damerham), Damerham, SP6 3HU
Come and see our magnificent drift of snowdrops growing wild in the Norman Chuchyard of St George’s Church, Damerham, Near Fordingbridge SP6 3HU.
14th & 15th February 10am to 4pm.
Entry is free.
Refreshments, stall, toilets and ample parking.

Luna the Globetrotter at the Fleet Air Arm Museum
2026-02-14 - 2026-02-22 | Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester, Somerset,, BA22 8HT
Luna’s Technology Trail Through Time
This February Half Term, step into a world where imagination takes flight! Join Luna the Globetrotter as she embarks on a thrilling Technology Trail Through Time!
Explore the museum and help Luna find new (and old!) pieces of technology and inspiration from the museum’s collection, improving her spaceship as she goes!
From Monday 16 to Friday 20 February, settle in at 11:30am in the Museum’s Conference Room for Storytime with Luna’s creator, Local Author and Photographer Ben Pulletz. Hear him bring Luna’s universe to life with a special reading from his book – available afterwards in the Museum Shop.
Suitable for all ages.
Free with a valid museum ticket.
This is a National STEM Programme event.
The Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester, Somerset, BA22 8HT
01935 840565
fleetairarm.enquiries@nmrn.org.uk
https://www.nmrn.org.uk/events/luna-globetrotter-fleet-air-arm-museum

All Aboard Future Tech
2026-02-18 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester, Somerset,, BA22 8HT
Code. Create. Navigate.
Step into a hands-on adventure where curiosity takes the helm and future technology comes to life. Across a series of playful, interactive stations, families can explore the innovations shaping the Royal Navy of tomorrow – through coding, creativity, robotics and real-world problem solving.
From cracking secret messages to designing next generation ships, this is your chance to dive deep into the world of technology in a way that’s fun, imaginative, and brilliantly accessible.
What’s On:
CODE: Can AI Crack the Code – Create your own secret message using symbol coding and an LED matrix. Then put Artificial Intelligence to the test – can it decode what you’ve created?
CREATE: Design the Ship of Tomorrow – Families work together to imagine, sketch and shape the Royal Navy vessel of the future. What will power it? What missions will it take on? Let your creativity set the course.
NAVIGATE: DCTO Test Lab Robotics Challenge – Take control of a programmable robot and guide it across the seabed. Collect intel on five cutting-edge DCTO technologies and complete your mission with precision and skill.
Plus: 3D Print Hub – Watch future tech appear layer by layer as our 3D printer runs throughout the day, creating special take home tokens for visitors.
Perfect for ages 6+.
Free with a valid museum ticket.
Activities run all day and operate on a rolling basis, subject to availability.
This is a National STEM Programme event.
The Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester, Somerset, BA22 8HT
01935 840565
fleetairarm.enquiries@nmrn.org.uk
https://www.nmrn.org.uk/events/all-aboard-future-tech

Flight Path Future Tech
2026-02-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester, Somerset,, BA22 8HT
Code. Create. Navigate.
Take the controls and step into the skies of tomorrow. Families explore the fascinating world of drone technology together – through hands-on coding, creative problem solving and real flying challenges inspired by the future of Royal Navy aviation.
Whether you’re guiding your drone through a mission or perfecting a smooth autonomous landing, this is a chance to test your logic, hone your skills and experience flight innovation up close.
What’s On:
Drone Coding: Become a Future Pilot-Engineer
Learn to code one of our fully programmable drones using intuitive block-based coding – accessible for beginners yet rewarding for those ready to push their skills further.
Write your flight plan. Launch. Watch your drone take to the air.
Along the way, you’ll:
• Navigate challenges and obstacles
• Land away and return to base autonomously
• De bug and adapt your instructions
• See each improvement reflected instantly in flight
Every mission is a chance to investigate, iterate and fly smarter.
Perfect for ages 7+.
Free with a valid museum ticket.
Activities run all day and operate on a rolling basis, subject to availability.
This is a National STEM Programme event.
The Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester, Somerset, BA22 8HT
01935 840565
fleetairarm.enquiries@nmrn.org.uk
https://www.nmrn.org.uk/events/flight-path-future-tech

Mozart by Candlelight
2026-02-20 19:00 - 20:00 | St Peter’s Church (Dorchester), High West Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1XA
Music at St Peter’s present ‘Mozart by Candlelight’ on Friday 20th February at 7pm.
This is an opportunity to enjoy performances of two of Mozart’s best-loved works of chamber music in the evocative, candlelit setting of St Peter’s Church Dorchester (DT1 1XA).
The programme, which lasts just over an hour and is presented without interval, is Eine Kleine Nachtmusik K.525 and the Clarinet Quintet K.581 (soloist Natalie Burton).
Tickets are £15 and available to buy online at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/st-peters-church-dorchester
Early booking is recommended.

Table Top Sale
2026-02-21 11:00 - 16:00 | The Bowman Centre, Amesbury, SP4 7XT
Circus Wessex Youth and Buzz Action Foundation Table Top Sale.
Entry 50p per adult, children are free!
Refreshments available all day.
Craft Table, demonstrations and sales.
All Proceeds go to the Buzz Action Mini Bus Appeal.

Rossini Petite Messe Solennelle
2026-03-07 18:00 | St Mary & St Nicholas Church, West Street,, Wilton, SP2 0DL
Rossini’s Petite Messe Solennelle stands as one of the most remarkable and unexpected works of the composer’s late career. Its intimate instrumentation reflects the private chapel setting of its premiere, yet the music itself soars with operatic flair, lyrical beauty, and daring harmonies.
Salisbury Chamber Chorus
Simon McEnery director
John Cuthbert piano
Yuliia Humeniuk accordion
Event Cost: £18 – under 18s free

The Big Try – Salisbury’s Biggest Rugby-Themed Fundraiser!
2026-03-14 09:00 - 23:00 | Salisbury City Hall, Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU
The Big Try – Salisbury’s Biggest Rugby-Themed Fundraiser!
Get ready to lace up your boots and join friends for Salisbury Hospice Charity’s newest and most exciting event, The Big Try, taking place on Saturday 14th March.
Tackle an 8-mile rugby-themed sponsored walk through Salisbury’s iconic landscape. Along the way, you’ll experience the camaraderie, laughter, rivalry, and pride that make rugby so special, all while celebrating the magic of the Six Nations.
The Big Try is proudly supported by Richard Hill MBE, England Rugby Men’s Team Manager, and Cadan Murley, England & Harlequins winger. In the lead-up to the event and on the day itself, you’ll receive insights, encouragement, and fitness tips — making it feel like the pros are right there in your scrum.
Every mile walked will make a real difference, helping Salisbury Hospice continue to provide comfort, dignity, and personalised care to local people when life gets toughest.
Walkers can also enjoy a free pasty and pint stop at Salisbury Rugby Club before heading back to City Hall to watch live screenings of not one, not two, but THREE Six Nations games.
Whether you’re joining for the rugby, the walk, the match-day atmosphere, or simply the pint at the end, The Big Try is your chance to be part of something bigger than the game. Every step supports Salisbury Hospice Charity, helping local families when it matters most.
Event Cost: Adults: £25 Child: £12.
Event Details: www.salisburyhospicecharity.org.uk/event/the-big-try/

Mad Hatters Tea Party
2026-03-14 13:00 - 16:00 | The Bowman Centre, Amesbury, SP4 7XT
Tumble down the rabbit hole and join us for a Magical VIP Tea Party created especially for Children with Life-Limiting Illnesses & Their Families.
As our young guests arrive, they’ll be greeted with a red-carpet welcome fit for Wonderland royalty! Inside awaits an afternoon of curious delights — a magical buffet to nibble, dancing to whirl and twirl, circus wonders, cosplay characters, games, DJs, and all sorts of marvellously mad surprises.
Calling all Wonderland Helpers!
If you’re a professional who can sprinkle a little extra magic, we’d love to hear from you:
• Can you whisk a family to the event in a limo or taxi?
• Can you donate delightful treats for our banquet?
• Can you offer top-tier family entertainment to charm our guests?
Tickets are FREE — available by application or referral only.
Know a child or family who deserves a most extraordinary afternoon out?
Follow the White Rabbit and contact us at:
Please get in touch:
Email: office@buzzaction.org
Call: 07711 818665

Rossini Petite Messe Solennelle
2026-03-14 19:30 | St Martin’s Church, St Martin's Church Street, Salisbury, SP1 2HY
Rossini’s Petite Messe Solennelle stands as one of the most remarkable and unexpected works of the composer’s late career. Its intimate instrumentation reflects the private chapel setting of its premiere, yet the music itself soars with operatic flair, lyrical beauty, and daring harmonies. Tickets available from ticketsource.co.uk or on the door and further details from our website https://www.salisburychamberchorus.org
Salisbury Chamber Chorus
Simon McEnery director
John Cuthbert piano
Yuliia Humeniuk accordion
Event Cost: £18 – under 18s free

Damerham Duck Race
2026-04-04 12:00 - 17:00 | Damerham Village Hall, Fordingbridge, SP6 3HD
Easter Saturday (April 4th) from 12 noon. Ducks away 12.30pm.
Damerham Village Hall, SP6 3HD.
A quacking great day out for all the family beside the lovely Allen River.
Over £500 in prize money to be won.
6 races and a Grand Final.
Bar, BBQ, Refreshments and Stalls.
www.damerham.org

People in the Park 2026
2026-05-16 10:30 - 16:30 | Queen Elizabeth Gardens, Cranebridge Road, Salisbury, SP2 7TD
People in the Park is an un-ticketed event and consists of a mix of community group stallholders, performers, Local environmentally friendly businesses, live music and guest speakers.
This year we are once again taking over more of Lizzy gardens and have added more stalls, food, sellers and our Camp Fire discussion area.
People in the Park is an opportunity for the community of Salisbury to learn from each other, exchange ideas and generate plans for working together to help us all to create a more ethical, just and sustainable future for Salisbury.
More Info: www.peopleinthepark.org

Heritage Textiles Weekend
2026-05-30 - 2026-05-31 | The Ancient Technology Centre, Damerham Road, Cranborne, BH21 5RP
Join Castle Hill Heritage Skills CIC at the Ancient Technology Centre, Cranborne, Dorset BH21 5RP for a whole weekend of heritage textile skills.
Our experts are:

Vanessa Bunton -Puku B Historic Experiences
Sally Pointer – Sally Pointer Heritage Education
Nicole De Rushie – Grounded History
Jalea Ward – Slightly Warped Looms

You will have 4 sessions over the mornings and afternoons of both Saturday 30th May and Sunday 31st May 2026.
These will be in the following heritage textile skills:

Back strap weaving
Whorls and drop spinning
Wet felting
Net making

Tickets and additional fees – Tickets are £215.00 plus booking fee for the weekend tutoring and Saturday evening. You will have around 2 and a half hours with each textile skill and tutor to learn the history and have a go yourself. On the Saturday evening we will gather for a communal meal (additional fee TBC) and an evening gathering on Saturday night.
Tutors will also have items for sale on Saturday evening.
We are working on providing an evening meal on Saturday 30th May 2026 for a small extra fee to extend your day and the community we will be created. We are still in negotiation with caterers so will email out a link to the meal at a later date. We hope all dietary requirements will be catered for, but cannot guarantee. Please contact us to discuss more.
On Saturday evening this year we would like to celebrate YOU!
We are delighted to be growing our heritage craft skills community and so please bring along ANY craft you are working on / proud of/ something you have made in the past. We will have a sharing evening.
Please bring your own lunch for both Saturday and Sunday.
There is limited accommodation on site. There are 10 places available for guests to sleep in the communal Viking Longhall on this ticket. All bedding plus mattress must be brought with you if you select this option. This is for an additional £25 plus booking fee and can be selected when you purchase your main weekend ticket.

Grass Roots Grazin' 2026
2026-06-26 - 2026-06-28 | The Music Baa, Dreamacres Campsite, Greenacres Farm, Rockbourne Road, Salisbury, SP5 4LP
A weekend that celebrates the pure, unfiltered charm of folk music. Set at Dreamacres campsite, this event combines the warm intimacy of Grassroots performances with the beauty of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
LINE UP
Ferocious Dog | 3 Daft Monkeys | Man the Lifeboats | Pronghorn | Rusty Shackle | The Labourers | One Eyed God | Will Varley | + our resident DJ Chopstuey!
With more to be announced soon!
This isn’t just about music—it’s about connection. Relax in a laid-back atmosphere, savour locally sourced food and drink, and enjoy optional camping under the stars. With its welcoming, family-friendly vibe and serene surroundings, Grass Roots Grazin’ is the perfect retreat to celebrate music, nature, and community.
We are dog and family-friendly. No extra charge to bring children under 6, or for campervans and Live-In Vehicles! Join our mailing list via the website to receive updates, discount codes, special offers and news about other exciting Music Baa happenings!
Buy Tickets: https://buytickets.at/themusicbaa?ref=tmb
Event cost: £118.12

Hillbilly Hootenanny 2026
2026-07-31 - 2026-08-02 | The Music Baa, Dreamacres Campsite, Greenacres Farm, Rockbourne Road, Salisbury, SP5 4LP
For lovers of Americana, folk & blues, Hillbilly Hootenanny offers a weekend full of rhythm, soul & countryside charm. Hosted at The Music Baa, within the stunning Dreamacres campsite near Salisbury.
LINE UP
Ian Siegal | Dana Gillespie | The Cinelli Brothers | James Oliver Band | DSB |
+ our resident DJ Chopstuey! With more to be announced soon!
This isn’t just about music—it’s about connection. Relax in a laid-back atmosphere, savour locally sourced food and drink, and enjoy optional camping under the stars. With its welcoming, family-friendly vibe and serene surroundings, Hillbilly Hootenanny is the perfect retreat to celebrate music, nature, and community.
We are dog and family-friendly. No extra charge to bring children under 6, or for campervans and Live-In Vehicles! Join our mailing list via the website to receive updates, discount codes, special offers and news about other exciting Music Baa happenings
Buy Tickets: https://buytickets.at/themusicbaa?ref=tmb
Event cost: £118.12

Flocksteady Bleats 2026
2026-08-21 - 2026-08-23 | The Music Baa, Dreamacres Campsite, Greenacres Farm, Rockbourne Road, Salisbury, SP5 4LP
Wrap up your summer in style at Flocksteady Bleats, a weekend dedicated to the infectious rhythms of Reggae and 2-Tone. Hosted at The Music Baa on the beautiful Dreamacres campsite near Salisbury.
LINEUP
Captain Accident & The Disasters | Tree House Fire | + our resident DJ Chopstuey!
With more to be announced soon!
This isn’t just about music—it’s about connection. Flocksteady Bleats blends high-energy performances with a relaxed, intimate atmosphere. The marquee pulses with good vibes, where skanking beats and soulful grooves fill the air.
We are dog and family-friendly. No extra charge to bring children under 6, or for campervans and Live-In Vehicles! Join our mailing list via the website to receive updates, discount codes, special offers and news about other exciting Music Baa happenings!
Buy Tickets: https://buytickets.at/themusicbaa?ref=tmb
Event cost: £118.12
