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Museum of East Dorset The museum comprises an historic house & garden, Information Centre, Tea Room, bookshop & gift shop.

🎄✨ JOIN US FOR THE OPENING NIGHT OF THE TEA ROOM WINTER GARDEN! ✨🎄Get into the festive spirit with us at the Museum of E...
22/10/2026

🎄✨ JOIN US FOR THE OPENING NIGHT OF THE TEA ROOM WINTER GARDEN! ✨🎄

Get into the festive spirit with us at the Museum of East Dorset on Thursday 6th November for a cosy evening of music, drinks and Christmas cheer! ❤️

📅 Friday 6th November
⏰ 6pm – 9pm
📍 Museum of East Dorset, Wimborne

🎶 Enjoy acoustic live music and a great atmosphere
🍷 Visit our bar for festive drinks
🥪 Tuck into our selection of light bites
✨ Relax in our beautiful Winter Garden, surrounded by festive charm!

Pop in, bring your friends and join us as we kick off the winter season in style. We can’t wait to welcome you! 🎅🎶

☕ Can’t make the evening? Our Winter Garden will also be open during the day from 10am–4pm, 6th November to 19th December — the perfect place to take a break from the Christmas shopping!

A big thank you to our sponsor, Nicholas Humphries Estate and Letting Agents, for helping make this possible. ❤️

👉 Find out more about upcoming events at www.museumofeastdorset.co.uk

Due to a large number recently donated, we are in a position to offer a great selection of pre-loved jigsaws, many at cl...
21/10/2026

Due to a large number recently donated, we are in a position to offer a great selection of pre-loved jigsaws, many at clearance prices. With the darker evenings now upon us why not treat yourself to a puzzle or two.

🎨✨ Get creative with glass this November!Have you ever wanted to try your hand at fused glass? Join us at the Museum of ...
20/10/2026

🎨✨ Get creative with glass this November!

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at fused glass? Join us at the Museum of East Dorset for a relaxing and creative morning with talented artist Linda Rowe.

Whether you're a complete beginner or have enjoyed one of Linda's workshops before, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn something new, explore your creativity and make your very own beautiful fused glass pieces. 💙

With a small, friendly group and expert guidance, you'll discover the art of glass fusing in a welcoming environment.

📅 Saturday 7 November 2026
⏰ 10am to 12pm
🎟️ £45 per person
📍 Museum of East Dorset, Wimborne Minster

✨ All materials and kiln firing are included in the price!

Spaces are limited, so don't miss your chance to get creative.

👉 Book your place through our website: www.museumofeastdorset.co.uk

🚀🐄 Looking for a family adventure this weekend? The cows need YOUR help! 👽🤠Our Cowboys in Space trail is in full swing a...
19/10/2026

🚀🐄 Looking for a family adventure this weekend? The cows need YOUR help! 👽🤠

Our Cowboys in Space trail is in full swing at the Museum of East Dorset, and there's plenty of out of this world fun waiting for you!

A herd of cows has been abducted by mischievous aliens, and it's your mission to help the cowboys bring them home!

🐄 Hunt for the missing cows around the museum
🚀 Test your strength on the Rocket Striker
🤠 Take on the Balancing Bronco challenge
🛸 Navigate our giant space themed garden maze
🎨 Enjoy crafts, dressing up and fun photo opportunities

Perfect for families looking for something different to do in Dorset this weekend!

📅 Running until 7 November
📍 Museum of East Dorset, Wimborne Minster
🎟️ Included with museum admission, which gives you unlimited return visits for a whole year!

👽 Have you completed the mission yet? We'd love to hear how you got on!

🎃🍂 Looking for something to do this October Half Term?Join us at the Museum of East Dorset for a special Half Term HAF s...
15/10/2026

🎃🍂 Looking for something to do this October Half Term?

Join us at the Museum of East Dorset for a special Half Term HAF session, offering children and young people the chance to enjoy a fun-filled day at the museum!

📅 Wednesday 28 October
⏰ 10am to 2pm
👧 Suitable for ages 6–16, accompanied by a parent or carer
🎟️ FREE with an eligible HAF code
💷 £25 without a HAF code

Our HAF programme is a wonderful opportunity for families to get involved, spend quality time together and enjoy something different during the school holidays.

📍 Museum of East Dorset, Wimborne Minster

Spaces are limited, so please get in touch with the museum for booking information.

🌳✨ An Evening of Music, Poetry & Reflection ✨🌳Join us at the Museum of East Dorset for a special evening beneath the tre...
13/10/2026

🌳✨ An Evening of Music, Poetry & Reflection ✨🌳

Join us at the Museum of East Dorset for a special evening beneath the trees in our beautiful historic walled garden.

As autumn turns to winter, take some time to slow down, unwind and enjoy an atmospheric evening of music, poetry and quiet reflection. 🍂🎶

Whether you're joining us with friends or simply looking for a peaceful evening in a unique setting, we'd love to welcome you.

📅 Thursday 12 November
⏰ 7pm to 8.30pm
🎟️ £8 per person
📍 Museum of East Dorset, Wimborne Minster

Come along and experience something a little different this November. ✨

🎄✨ Something festive is coming to the Museum of East Dorset…This November and December, our historic walled garden will ...
10/10/2026

🎄✨ Something festive is coming to the Museum of East Dorset…

This November and December, our historic walled garden will be transformed with the arrival of the new Winter Gardens Marquee, sponsored by Nicholas Humphries Estate and Letting Agents.

Think festive trees, twinkling lights, warming hot chocolate, hot soup and mulled c***r, all tucked away in the heart of Wimborne. ✨

The festivities begin with our opening night on 6 November, followed by a programme of winter evening entertainment including live music, bingo and special events in the run up to Christmas. 🎶

Our evening events will also be supported by local favourites Eight Arch Brewery and Purbeck C***r, giving visitors the chance to enjoy some fantastic local brews. 🍻🍎

And it’s not just for the evenings. The Winter Gardens Marquee will be open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm, providing a cosy spot to meet friends, warm up and escape the hustle and bustle of Christmas shopping. ☕🎄

📅 Opening night: 6 November
📍 Museum of East Dorset, Wimborne Minster

Keep an eye on our socials and website as we reveal the full programme of festive events coming to the Winter Gardens Marquee. 👀✨

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🌿 The National Garden Scheme and The Museum of East Dorset Lecture Series is back! 🌿The second talk is on Friday 16th Oc...
09/10/2026

🌿 The National Garden Scheme and The Museum of East Dorset Lecture Series is back! 🌿

The second talk is on Friday 16th October

Join us this autumn for fascinating talks celebrating Dorset’s gardens, gardeners and garden writers. 🌱

📚 Thomas Hardy’s Gardens in Dorset — Friday 16th October
Explore the gardens connected with Thomas Hardy with Caps Browning of Max Gate.

🌸 Holme – the making of an RHS Partner Garden — Friday 20th November, Near the story behind Holme Gardens from owner Simon Goldsack.

📍 Museum of East Dorset, 23–29 High Street, Wimborne Minster
🕕 Talks: 6pm–8.30pm | Lecture: 6.45pm–7.45pm

🎟️ Tickets: £15 per person
Come along for an inspiring evening of gardens, stories and Dorset heritage.

Book your place via bit.ly/museumofeastdorset 🌿

🚀🐄 Ready for an out of this world adventure this weekend?Cowboys in Space has officially landed at the Museum of East Do...
07/10/2026

🚀🐄 Ready for an out of this world adventure this weekend?

Cowboys in Space has officially landed at the Museum of East Dorset! 👽🤠

A herd of cows has been abducted by mischievous aliens and we need your help to bring them home.

Explore the museum, hunt for the missing cows and take on a series of space themed challenges along the way. There’s plenty for families to get stuck into, including:
🐄 The Balancing Bronco challenge
🚀 Test your strength on the Rocket Striker
🛸 Navigate the giant space themed garden maze
🎨 Get creative at the craft table
🤠 Dress up as cowboys, cowgirls, astronauts and cows
📸 Grab an out of this world photo with our huge garden rocket
Looking for something different to do with the kids this weekend? Your mission awaits!

📅 Running until 7 November
📍 Museum of East Dorset, Wimborne
🎟️ Your museum admission gives you unlimited return visits for a whole year too.
Who’s ready to save the cows? 🐄🚀👽

Address

23/27 High Street
Wimborne
BH211HR

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 4:30pm
Thursday 10am - 4:30pm
Friday 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4:30pm

Telephone

01202882533

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