Swanage Chamber of Trade

Swanage Chamber of Trade Meeting 2026
2026-03-05 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | The Grand Hotel, Burlington Road,, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1LU, United Kingdom
Save the date in your diary!
Usually the second Tuesday of every month March 2026 : 19:00 – 21:00
Location : The Grand Hotel Swanage
(bar will be open)
Swanage Chamber of Trade invites you to an evening of business information & networking
This is a wonderful opportunity to network with other local businesses, don’t miss out!
Come and meet and speak to the Chamber Committee, find out what we do and how we can help your business.
We hope to see you there!
Swanage Chamber of Trade Committee.

Swanage Carnival Classic Motor Show
2026-04-26 11:00 - 15:00
Come and join us for this well-established popular event!
Sunday 26th April 2026, 11am to 3pm.
This is your chance to see a selection of classic and vintage cars mostly dating from pre-2000, and to help us raise money for a selection of charities and good causes.
All vehicles will be on display in the Main Beach Car Park and you’ll have a chance to vote for your favourite. There will also be some stalls for you to take a look around and pick up some refreshments.

Swanage Railway - Diesel Gala
2026-05-08 08:00 - 2026-05-10 17:00
A three day feast of diesel as the Swanage Railway home fleet is joined by a host of visitors and works an intensive and varied timetable of passenger trains giving visitors the opportunity to ride behind as many of the engines as possible, as well as giving great photo opportunities.
Plus there will be a Beer Festival all weekend at Corfe Castle railway station.
See the Swanage Railway website for full details of train times and fares.

Swanage Pirate Festival
2026-05-23 - 2026-05-24
A free festival for pirates, mermaids and anyone else who wants to join in!
Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 May 2026.
Stalls, living history, re-enactments, pirate parade, pub crawl and a children’s area.
For more details, visit the Swanage Pirate Festival Facebook page.

Purbeck Art Weeks
2026-05-23 08:00 - 2026-06-07 17:00
Purbeck Art Weeks 2026 promises two inspiring weeks of creativity, performance and discovery across one of the most beautiful corners of the UK.
Here’s a taste of what’s in store:
A Spectacular Opening Night
The festival launches with a major highlight: I Fagiolini, the internationally acclaimed vocal ensemble known for their imaginative programmes and world-class performances. They’ll set the tone for a wonderfully diverse and atmospheric music series running throughout the festival.
Art Everywhere
Visitors can expect to see an incredible array of visual arts at our Festival hub at Rollington Barn, plus plenty of local artists will open their doors for Open Studios, sharing work in painting, ceramics, sculpture, print, glass, textiles and more. Many offer demonstrations and artwork for sale.
Music in Beautiful Settings
Alongside the opening concert, PAW will offer a diverse music and events programme featuring world-class ensembles, soloists and much more across Purbeck’s characterful and easy to reach venues.
Exhibition at Castle View
We are delighted to partner with the National Trust to bring our exhibition back to Castle View Welcome Centre in Corfe Castle for 2026, showcasing fresh talent as well as established artists from across the region. Expect bold new artists, a mix of media and an exciting snapshot of Purbeck’s creativity.
Fun for all
Don’t miss our Purbeck Young Artists exhibition at Rollington Barn, featuring creative works made by school children from across the region. And next door you can expect more pop-up demonstrations where visitors of all ages can try their hand at different crafts and discover new artistic skills.
For our ticketed events, we also offer discounts for young people and students, making music and the arts as accessible as we can.
Art Meets Landscape
One of the joys of PAW is exploring art against the backdrop of coast and countryside. Many studios and venues are walkable, and visitors often visit our hidden gems by bus or the Swanage Railway.
A Festival for Everyone
Whether you’re an art collector, music-lover, day tripper or holidaymaker, PAW offers a mix of free and ticketed activity and events for all ages. Expect opportunities to meet artists, enjoy performances, take in exhibitions and discover new work at your own pace.

Swanage Carnival 2026
2026-07-25 - 2026-08-01 | Various Locations in Swanage, Shore Road, Swanage, Dorset, United Kingdom
Swanage Carnival – The South Coast’s premier carnival event for the whole family to enjoy
When is the Carnival Procession?
The Carnival Procession takes place on the first Sunday of Carnival week starting at 3pm
What time do the fireworks start?
The Fireworks start at 9.45pm
Swanage Carnival 2026 is from Saturday July 25th – Saturday August 01st

Swanage Folk Festival 2026
2026-09-11 - 2026-09-13 | Various Locations in Swanage, Shore Road, Swanage, Dorset, United Kingdom
The Swanage Folk Festival returns on the 11th-13th September 2026.
A weekend of concerts, dance displays, dance & music workshops, children’s activities, sessions and ceilidh.
Free and ticketed concerts featuring top folk artists. A weekend of fun, for everyone.

Swanage Blues Festival October 2026
2026-10-01 20:00 - 2026-10-04 23:30 | Various Locations in Swanage, Shore Road, Swanage, Dorset, United Kingdom
THE SWANAGE BLUES & ROOTS FESTIVAL 01st-04th October 2026
The Big Town Blues Party on the South Coast
50 great gigs — 30 great acts — 15 indoor venues — open mic and jam sessions
A full programme of quality bands throughout the Swanage Blues Festival. This independent festival depends on the sale of support wristbands to keep it going (see link above to buy a wristband).
This times for the October 2026 Festival are:
Thursday 8.30pm-11.00pm
Friday 2pm-11.30pm
Saturday 2pm-11.30pm
Sunday 1pm-11.30pm
