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WEYMOUTH UNVEILS ‘DINO-MITE’ FOSSIL TRAIL – A JURASSIC ADVENTURE FOR ALL!
Weymouth is set to make history—literally! We Are Weymouth, the town’s Business Improvement District (BID), is thrilled to introduce phase one of the Weymouth Fossil Trail, an exciting and educational permanent installation showcasing the region’s incredible Jurassic heritage. Launching just in time for February half-term, the trail will be officially [...]
Mayor joins school children at town bridge to say “thank you”
The Mayor of Weymouth was with local school children today (Thursday 6th February) to praise them for suggesting a new message is read out when the town bridge lifts up, which temporarily splits the road in two. Cllr Jon Orrell, Weymouth’s Mayor, met some of the children from Holy Trinity [...]
Weymouth Harbourside Cafe announces new charity partnership for 2025
EBIKE Cafe @ Deheers, located along Weymouth’s picturesque Old Harbourside, has announced its charity partner for 2025: M.V. Freedom, a Weymouth-based charity dedicated to providing access to the sea for people living with disabilities. This new partnership comes after two successful years of collaboration with Weldmar Hospicecare, during which EBIKE [...]
Weymouth Beach to Close for Levelling Works
Weymouth Town Council is giving advance notice about annual works on Weymouth Beach which take place between Monday 10th and Thursday 13th February 2025. The beach will be closed between the Pavilion Theatre and the Jubilee Clock from 8am Monday 10th February and will remain in place overnight until 7pm [...]
HAVE A ROARSOME GOOD TIME THIS FEBRUARY HALF TERM IN WEYMOUTH
Get ready to dig up some fun this half term as the much-loved "Chase the Dinosaur" event launches Dino –week this February half term. Returning to Weymouth Beach on Saturday, 15th February 2025, Chase the Dinosaur is loved by families, fitness enthusiasts and dinosaur lovers alike! This unique event raises [...]
ASTRONAUT TIM PEAKE TO VISIT WEYMOUTH PAVILION OCT 2025
British astronaut Tim Peake will bring the awe and wonder of space travel past, present and future to Weymouth when his latest tour blasts off across the country. Astronauts: The Quest To Explore Space sees Tim sharing extraordinary archive footage bringing to life the adventures of astronauts in a celebration [...]
Weymouth Business Celebrate Excellence
On Monday 13th January 2025, We Are Weymouth, the town’s Business Improvement District (BID), hosted its inaugural annual award ceremony, aptly named "Best of the Best." This event celebrated the outstanding contributions of local businesses. Throughout the year, numerous participants enthusiastically engaged in Weymouth’s themed weekends, including Pirate Weekend, [...]
‘RONNIE, REGGIE AND ME WITH FRED DINENAGE @ Weymouth Pavilion
Coming to Weymouth Pavilion Theatre on 6 March , the definitive insight into the real life of Britain's most notorious gangsters, from their trusted official biographer. For decades they were feared as the ultimate criminal gang lords of the London underworld, but their reign of terror came crashing to [...]
Strictly Star Brings Show to Weymouth Pavilion
Anton Du Beke, one of the country’s best-loved and most accomplished entertainers, is setting off on a brand-new nationwide tour in 2025 and will be bringing the show to Weymouth Pavilion Theatre The show, Anton Du Beke at the Musicals, will see Anton joined by Strictly professional dancer, Lauren Oakley for the [...]
All you need to know about bonfire night in Weymouth 2024
Ahead of Weymouth Town Council’s annual firework display on Tuesday 5th November, here’s all the details you need to know to help plan your night in advance. Key timings: From 4pm – there will be a funfair on the Pavilion Forecourt. From 5pm – food, drink and other traders [...]
Weymouth Prepares for ZOMBIE Attack
Prepare for a spine-chilling adventure as We Are Weymouth announces the launch of Zombie Week this Halloween half term! From October 26th to November 3rd, Weymouth will transform into a hub of eerie excitement and undead activities, promising unforgettable experiences for families and thrill-seekers alike. Zombie Week Highlights: Zombie [...]
The Lion and The Unicorn – A Radio Play Live On Stage Thursday 3 October, 7:30pm
The Lion and The Unicorn – A Radio Play Live On Stage Thursday 3 October, 7:30pm Weymouth Pavilion Theatre Fascinating new drama The Lion and the Unicorn is set on an evening in 1939, just six weeks after war has been declared, at a private dinner between Winston Churchill, [...]
Countdown Begins: To The Dorset Seafood Festival
The countdown is on! In just over a weeks time the renowned Dorset Seafood Festival will return to the Weymouth Peninsula on September 7th and 8th for its 16th year. This year's festival promises an unforgettable weekend of Dorset and UK seafood, the best of Dorset ales, English sparkling wine, [...]
Beryl Bike Hire Comes to Weymouth & Portland
A new e-bike share scheme launched in three Dorset areas today, boosting access to sustainable transport and contributing towards cutting traffic congestion, while helping to improve air quality and health. Operated by UK-based shared sustainable transport providers, Beryl, in partnership with Dorset Council, the scheme comprises 121 e-bikes available [...]
Partners celebrate Dorset Towns of Culture award!
Representatives from local councils, and organisations representing the arts, business and communities in Portland and Weymouth are celebrating after learning their bid to become Dorset Towns of Culture 2025 was successful. The initiative is run by the Arts Development Agency which today announced that Portland and Weymouth will take the [...]
Weymouth Pavilion Lights Up in Support of Coastwatch (NCI) Portland Bill
The Weymouth Pavilion Theatre will be illuminated in blue and gold from 23rd - 28th July to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of NCI. The organisation now has 60 Lookouts all around the coast and is run on a daily basis entirely by volunteer Watchkeepers. To celebrate this milestone a commemorative [...]
Weymouth Summer firework displays return in July and August
Weymouth Town Council will host five spectacular firework displays over Weymouth seafront with the first one being on Monday 29th July and then on every Monday in August (5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th). The displays will start at 9.30pm and as the fireworks will be fired from a boat [...]
Double win for Weymouth parks in coveted Green Flag Award
Greenhill Gardens and Sandsfoot Gardens in Weymouth will once again fly the prestigious Green Flag Award after achieving the international quality mark for parks and green spaces. Today, (Tuesday 16th July), Weymouth Town Council is celebrating after retaining the Green Flag Award for both Greenhill Gardens and Sandsfoot Gardens, which [...]
Weymouth to Come Alive with the Beat of Drums: DUSK TIL DARK RETURNS
Weymouth, 27-28 September 2024 - We Are Weymouth is delighted to announce the return of the highly anticipated Dusk Til Dark event, now in its fourth year. This exciting, FREE-TO-ATTEND performing arts event is perfect for the whole family and will be held over two days, transforming Weymouth into [...]
Nothe Fort shortlisted for national Family Friendly Museum Award
Nothe Fort has been shortlisted for the Kids in Museums Family Friendly Museum Award ... Charity Kids in Museums has run a prestigious annual award since 2004, recognising the most family friendly heritage sites in the UK. It is the only museum award to be judged by families. From late March [...]