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SUMMARY:Swanage Blues Festival October 2026
DESCRIPTION:THE SWANAGE BLUES & ROOTS FESTIVAL 01st-04th October 2026 \nThe Big Town Blues Party on the South Coast\n50 great gigs — 30 great acts — 15 indoor venues — open mic and jam sessions \nA 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). \nThis times for the October 2026 Festival are:\nThursday 8.30pm-11.00pm\nFriday 2pm-11.30pm\nSaturday 2pm-11.30pm\nSunday 1pm-11.30pm
URL:https://swanagechamber.co.uk/event/swanage-blues-festival-october-2026/
LOCATION:Various Locations in Swanage\, Shore Road\, Swanage\, Dorset\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:THE PROSECCO AFTERNOON TEA EXPRESS
DESCRIPTION:A Journey Like No Other \nStep aboard the Devon Belle and settle into your luxurious Pullman seat as the steam locomotive glides through the rolling Purbeck hills. \nYour personal steward will welcome you with a glass of Prosecco or sparkling elderflower\, followed by a hand-crafted afternoon tea\, freshly prepared for your journey. Savoury and sweet items are presented individually in elegant platter boxes\, all served at your seat so you can relax and enjoy panoramic views of the Dorset countryside and the magnificent ruins of Corfe Castle through the carriage’s wide observation windows. \nOn the return journey to Swanage\, enjoy five and a half miles of unrivalled scenery as tea and freshly brewed coffee are served at your seat\, accompanied by delicate petit fours—rounding off your experience with a comforting warm drink and a final indulgent treat. \nAfternoon Tea Menu (served at your seat) \n\nA selection of delicate savoury sandwiches\nA range of miniature sweet treats and patisserie\nFreshly brewed tea or coffee on the return journey\n\nProsecco or elderflower remains bottomless throughout the experience\, perfectly complementing the savoury and sweet offerings. \nSip\, savour\, and celebrate in style as the bubbles keep flowing and the countryside drifts by. \nPrice \n£85.00 per person\n(Your ticket includes a Freedom Ticket\, so you can travel on standard trains all day)
URL:https://swanagechamber.co.uk/event/the-prosecco-afternoon-tea-express/
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SUMMARY:Purbeck Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Purbeck Film Festival was founded in 1996 by a group of cinema enthusiasts working with Purbeck District Council and the Rex Cinema\, to mark the centenary of cinema. What began with 21 screenings and an audience of 1\,700 has grown into one of the UK’s most cherished rural film festivals. \nToday\, the Festival presents over 100 films across unique venues from village halls and Durlston Castle to outdoor screenings beneath the stars at Corfe Castle attracting an audience of 8\,000 and welcoming distinguished guests including Dame Maggie Smith and Sir Mark Rylance.
URL:https://swanagechamber.co.uk/event/purbeck-film-festival/
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SUMMARY:Flying Scotsman Comes to Swanage Railway
DESCRIPTION:One of the world’s most famous steam locomotives is coming to Swanage Railway this autumn as part of our 50th anniversary celebrations. \nFrom Friday 23 October to Sunday 1 November 2026\, visitors will have the rare opportunity to see the world-famous Flying Scotsman in the beautiful Purbeck countryside. Owned by the National Railway Museum\, this iconic locomotive has captured the imagination of generations and its visit promises to be one of the highlights of our anniversary year. \nWhether you’re a lifelong railway enthusiast\, a family looking for a memorable day out\, or simply keen to experience a piece of railway history\, there will be plenty of opportunities to enjoy this very special event. \nAcross the ten-day visit\, Flying Scotsman will be on static display on selected dates\, allowing visitors to admire the locomotive up close and take in every detail of this engineering masterpiece. On other days\, it will be hauling passenger trains along the full Swanage Railway line between Swanage\, Harman’s Cross\, Corfe Castle and Norden\, offering the unforgettable experience of travelling behind one of Britain’s greatest steam locomotives. \nStatic display days will take place on 23\, 26\, 27\, 30 and 31 October\, while steam-hauled passenger services will operate on 24\, 25\, 28\, 29 October and 1 November. \nBookings for this highly anticipated event will open in mid-July\, with a range of ticket options available. Full details\, including timetables\, fares\, booking information and any premium travel experiences\, will be announced soon. \nDemand is expected to be exceptionally high\, so we recommend keeping a close eye on our website and social media channels for the latest updates and booking announcements. \nJoin us this autumn as we celebrate 50 years of Swanage Railway with the unforgettable sight\, sound and spectacle of Flying Scotsman in steam through the stunning Isle of Purbeck.
URL:https://swanagechamber.co.uk/event/flying-scotsman-comes-to-swanage-railway/
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SUMMARY:Swanage Pier Halloween Trail
DESCRIPTION:This half term\, join us for a frightfully fun Halloween Trail that’s perfect for the whole family. \nExplore the Pier and keep your eyes peeled for spooky surprises hidden along the way. Match each spooky item on your trail sheet with its corresponding letter\, solve the Halloween puzzle and take on our themed quiz as you go! \nOnce you’ve discovered all the eerie items and completed your quiz sheet\, head to the Pier  Gatehouse to claim your treat and be entered into our prize draw for a chance to win some fang-tastic Halloween prizes! \n\nTrail Cost: £2 per sheet\nStandard adult Pier admission applies\n\nFun and spooky surprises await. Don’t miss out!
URL:https://swanagechamber.co.uk/event/swanage-pier-halloween-trail/
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SUMMARY:Swanage Pier Spooky Halloween Crafts and Games
DESCRIPTION:Unleash your creativity this October half term with our frightfully fun Halloween craft and game session! \nJoin us for a drop-in activity where you can create your own spooky masterpieces\, just in time for the most haunted time of the year. \nAs well as getting creative\, take part in our spooky Halloween games and challenges. \nLed by our friendly team\, this fun-filled session is perfect for children and families looking to get into the Halloween spirit. \nNo booking required. Simply drop in\, get creative\, play some games and take your spooky creations home with you! \n🕒 Pop in anytime between 11:00am and 2:00pm on Wednesday 28th October. \nNo tricks\, just treats and plenty of glue!
URL:https://swanagechamber.co.uk/event/swanage-pier-spooky-halloween-crafts-and-games/
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SUMMARY:HALLOWEEN GHOST TRAINS
DESCRIPTION:A SPOOKTACULAR FAMILY ADVENTURE\n30 & 31 October 2026 | Family-friendly | Adults £25 | Children £15 \nAfter a successful debut\, Swanage Railway’s Halloween Ghost Trains return for 2026\, combining a heritage train journey with spooky surprises\, Halloween characters and hands-on fun at Corfe Castle Station. \nStep aboard for a family-friendly journey through the Purbeck countryside\, where you can expect mysterious encounters\, immersive entertainment and plenty of Halloween surprises along the way. \nBut the fun doesn’t all happen onboard. \nYou’ll have a quick hop off the train at Corfe Castle Station for Halloween slime-making\, before climbing back aboard to continue your spooky railway adventure. \nDesigned to be fun rather than frightening\, it’s a Halloween experience the whole family can enjoy together. \n  \nJOIN US THIS HALLOWEEN\n30 & 31 October 2026 \nAdults £25 | Children £15 \nYour Halloween Ghost Train experience includes the heritage train journey\, onboard entertainment and Halloween activities at Corfe Castle Station. \nYour ticket also includes Freedom of the Line travel\, giving you unlimited travel on all our other standard services operating that day – so why not park at Norden and travel by train to Swanage? \nBook your Halloween Ghost Train tickets below.
URL:https://swanagechamber.co.uk/event/halloween-ghost-trains/
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SUMMARY:Talk by local historian and genealogist Mike Randal
DESCRIPTION:Join Swanage Museum on Friday\, October 30\, 2026\, for a fascinating talk by local historian and genealogist Mike Randall titled “Transported For The Rest Of Your Natural Life.” Randall will share his deep research into the harrowing personal stories of 18th and 19th-century Dorset prisoners sentenced to overseas penal transportation\, as well as the families they left behind.\n\n\n\nThe talk takes place at St Edwards Catholic Church Hall on Rempstone Road.\nDoors open at 7:00 PM for light refreshments\, and the talk begins at 7:30 PM.\nAdmission is £3.00 for members and £4.00 for non-members\, and everyone is welcome.
URL:https://swanagechamber.co.uk/event/talk-by-local-historian-and-genealogist-mike-randal/
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