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Reclaim Festival Returns to Weymouth

July 20th, 2023|Weymouth and Portland News|

Round two of Reclaim Festival is kicking off this Friday 21st July, at the Nothe Fort in Weymouth. The festival is targeted at young people ages 16-25 years and features talented young musicians, DJs, art, vintage clothes, food, and refreshments - it is FREE to attend, and takes place at 6pm-10pm. Shop through a whole [...]

Reeling in Young Chefs – School of Fish to Return for SEAFEST 2023

July 19th, 2023|Uncategorized, Weymouth and Portland News|

The organisers of SEAFEAST are delighted to collaborate with Weymouth College to present the ‘School of Fish’ - FREE children’s cookery workshops at this year's Dorset Seafood Festival, taking place on the 9th & 10th September. Weymouth College is Weymouth’s further education centre and offers a fantastic range of food, hospitality and catering courses [...]

Weymouth’s Dusk Till Dark Returns with Giant Dolls, Opera and Drumming Toy Soldiers

July 18th, 2023|Weymouth and Portland News|

Prepare to be captivated this September when Weymouth's enchanting event, Dusk Till Dark, takes centre stage once again! This extraordinary spectacle features larger-than-life puppets gracefully gliding through the streets, accompanied by mesmerizing opera performances and the rhythmic beats of drumming toy soldiers. 🎭✨ Don't miss this magical experience where all the world becomes a [...]

Weymouth’s All Ready For Armed Services Weekend 17 to 19 June

June 12th, 2023|Weymouth and Portland News|

This year’s Armed Forces Weekend will be held between Saturday 17th June and Monday 19th June. Armed Forces and veterans continue to make a significant contribution to the nation and Weymouth by celebrating and providing a focus on the veteran’s charities and associations. https://youtu.be/Hm72jgSMaZo The event will start on Saturday 17th June from 10am with the arrival [...]

SQUIB AHOY!  In Weymouth Bay

June 7th, 2023|Weymouth and Portland News|

History repeats itself as the Squib National Championships return to Weymouth this summer.  The first ever Squib Class Championships took place in the Bay 43 years ago and We Are Weymouth (BID) is excited to welcome the class back once again (June 25th to June 30th).  We Are Weymouth, the town’s Business Improvement District [...]

Pirate’s Take Over the Fort!

May 24th, 2023|Weymouth and Portland News|

Weymouth’s number one heritage attraction, Nothe Fort, will be welcoming visitors for nine days of family fun with Pirate Week between Saturday 27th May – Sunday 4th June. Open daily between 10:30am-4:00pm, visitors can expect heaps of pirate fun and treasure to find. With something for all the family, Nothe Fort invites you [...]

We Are Weymouth supports Folk Festival

May 12th, 2023|Weymouth and Portland News|

We Are Weymouth (BID) is excited to support the Wessex Folk Festival once again – 3rd and 4th June 2023. By sponsoring this unique event, We Are Weymouth is ensuring the longevity of of the Festival, whilst protecting Dorset’s rich folk heritage, and bringing visitors and locals into the town also. Dawn Rondeau, Chief [...]

A Celebration Fit for a King

May 2nd, 2023|Weymouth and Portland News|

Weymouth’s number one heritage attraction, Nothe Fort, is hosting a celebration fit for a King with a Coronation Festival complete with live music from local bands and lots of family fun activities. The event will take place over each day of the bank holiday between 10:30am-4pm. Nothe Fort is the place to be on [...]

Weymouth Businesses Pledge to Go Greener

May 2nd, 2023|Weymouth and Portland News|

We Are Weymouth, the town’s Business Improvement District (BID) launches its summer campaign focusing on sustainability in the town of Weymouth. Looking at how to improve the town’s carbon footprint, protect the local coastal environment and increase Weymouth’s circular economy - boosting the Business District of the town and securing its future. We Are Weymouth [...]

SEAFEAST 2023 Ticket Sales Soar !!!

April 19th, 2023|Weymouth and Portland News|

SEAFEAST – The Dorset Seafood Festival takes place over the weekend of the 9th & 10th September 2023 at the Weymouth Peninsula and ticket sales have increased 180% on this time last year! Organisers are delighted to share that the Festival is more popular than ever with weekend tickets soaring through the roof and [...]

The Bus Shelter Dorset receives its prestigious Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service

April 14th, 2023|Weymouth and Portland News|

Volunteers and guests past and present gathered at The Bus Shelter Dorset, static site on Mercery Road, Weymouth on Wednesday, 29th of March. To celebrate the presentation of the crystal award and certificate for the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, by Angus Campbell Esq, the HM Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset The Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset, Angus Campbell Esq, [...]

Shappi Khorsandi to Star in First Show of New Season of Sunday Night Comedy

April 14th, 2023|Weymouth and Portland News|

SUNDAY NIGHT COMEDY STARRING SHAPPI KHORSANDI Sunday 23 April 2023 Weymouth Pavilion Theatre Calling all Comedy lovers! Weymouth Pavilion’s hilarious Sunday Night Comedy is back on Sunday 23rd April headlining comedian Shappi Khorsandi! Multi-award-winning Shappi Khorsandi headlines at Weymouth Pavillion. Shappi’s career has taken her to all corners of the globe. Star of countless [...]

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