Join the Countryside rangers for a celebration of all that native woodlands give us on Saturday 5th September for the first Ham Hill Wood Fayre. From 10am, come along to the stone circle area at Ham Hill and watch chainsaw carving and horse logging demonstrations, participate in campfire cooking with the Scouts, enjoy the forest school mud kitchen or a wide range of free children’s activities in the kid’s zone. Watch the axe men demonstrate their skills; you can even have a go if you are brave enough. Full story: Read more
Two new artists at Shaftesbury’s Cygnet Gallery
The Cygnet Gallery in Shaftesbury is very pleased to announce that two new artists have joined the gallery. August has seen some changes at the Cygnet Gallery, Shaftesbury. Two new artists have joined the gallery, wood turner Jason Fermo and painter Simon Polkinghorn. It was almost three years ago when Jason Fermo walked into Jack of all Trades, Wimbourne, to buy a coat hook, but instead came away with a lathe and a selection of woodturning tools. Full story: Read more
Art Exhibition & Meet the Artist event: East Lambrook Manor, Malthouse Gallery
Damian Clarke, having been a musician for many years, has recently brought more drawings, words and dulcimer music together so that people can view and hear his work, sharing what inspires him when touring and exploring remote parts of Europe. Damian will be performing his musical soundscapes within the gallery space at a special “Meet The Artist” event on August 22nd at 3pm. Entry is free. This will be a chance to view the pictures with the added dimension of sound. There will be opportunities to ask questions and discuss the paintings. The exhibition is on from August 12th to 31st 10-5pm Tues – Saturday and entry is free. Full story: Read more