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What’s on in Dorset 2026

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Dorset's coast, hills, and towns aren't only picturesque – they're alive with activity throughout the year.

Let us take you through a month-by-month guide of what's happening in 2026 within easy reach of Haven's Littlesea, Rockley Park, Seaview and Weymouth Bay holiday parks, from rocking festivals to friendly local fairs. 

July

July

Weymouth Beach Volleyball Classic 

When: 24–26 July 2026 

Where: Weymouth Beach, Weymouth DT4 7AN

Nearest park: Weymouth Bay (three miles from park, eight-minute drive)

Bang in the middle of summer, Weymouth Beach becomes a world-class volleyball stadium. The Weymouth Beach Volleyball Classic brings together leading UK and international teams, with action-packed matches taking place just metres away from the sea.

There's music, commentary, and a party atmosphere, and you can always take a dip in the water between matches. Whether you're supporting courtside or relaxing nearby with an ice cream, it's one of the most vibrant weekends of the year in Weymouth.

Camp Bestival Dorset 

When: 30 July-2 August 2026 

Where: Lulworth Castle, East Lulworth BH20 5QS

Nearest park: Seaview (13 miles from park, 30-minute drive)

One of the UK's most popular family festivals, Camp Bestival combines top music acts with children's theatre, comedy, workshops, and all manner of outdoor activity. Expect rainbow-coloured tents, dressing up, midnight campfires, and a multitude of food stalls to satisfy all appetites. The location, beautiful Lulworth Castle grounds, adds to the magic. Day tickets go quickly, so get ahead and make it the highlight of your summer break. 

August

August

The Melplash Show

When: 27 August 2026

Where: West Bay Showgrounds, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 4EG

Nearest park: Littlesea (19 miles from park, 35-40 minute drive)

Ready for a true slice of rural Dorset? Head to the Melplash Agricultural Show, returning on Thursday 27th August 2026 at the West Bay Showgrounds near Bridport. It’s a lively celebration of everything countryside - with prize-winning livestock, heavy horse displays, craft fairs, and tempting local food stalls galore.

Families can enjoy animal encounters, vintage tractors, and plenty of hands-on fun for the kids. Whether you’re after a taste of tradition or a cracking family day out, Melplash is a Dorset favourite that promises memories and muddy boots for all ages.

September

September

Dorset County Show 

When: 5–6 September 2026  

Where: Dorchester Showground, Dorchester DT2 7SD

Nearest park: Seaview (9 miles from park, 20-minute drive)

This classic agricultural show has been running for over 180 years, and it's still one of the highlights of the Dorset year. Keep an eye out for prize cattle, flower shows, craft stalls, food marquees, and arena displays ranging from showjumping to dog agility.

There's a wonderful mix of tradition and entertainment, with something for every age, and plenty of opportunities to sample local food. Just a short drive from Weymouth and the surrounding parks, it's an easy and rewarding day out.

Bournemouth Arts by the Sea Festival  

When: 25–26 September 2026  

Where: Bournemouth Town Centre, BH2 5AA

Nearest park: Rockley Park (eight miles from park, 30-minute drive)

Bournemouth's annual Arts by the Sea Festival turns the streets, gardens, and beaches into a stage with music, dance, theatre and visual arts. Keep an eye out for stunning light installations, quirky performances, and pop-up events that will amaze and delight.

It's a fantastic way to see Bournemouth differently, whether you're wandering through the Lower Gardens or catching a performance on the pier. The mix of creativity and seaside charm makes it a brilliant autumn treat. 

October

October

Cerne Abbas Music Festival

When: 9-11 October 2026

Where: St Mary's Church, Cerne Abbas, Dorset, DT2 7JQ

Nearest park: Seaview (19 miles from park, 30-35 minute drive)

Bask in the sound of world-class chamber music at the Cerne Abbas Music Festival. Hosted in the village’s beautiful historic church, this special three-day event brings the International Musicians Seminar ensemble - some of the globe’s most accomplished performers - to picturesque rural Dorset. The intimate, candlelit setting and varied programme make for a truly uplifting and memorable autumn evening, perfect for anyone seeking culture, atmosphere and a magical musical escape.

November

November

Bridport Literary Festival

When: 7-14 November 2026

Where: Several venues across Bridport

Nearest park: Littlesea (17 miles from park, 35-40 minute drive)

Fuel your love of books at the Bridport Literary Festival, where acclaimed writers gather each November for a packed programme of readings, talks and signings. This is the perfect event for avid readers and curious minds, born from the internationally celebrated Bridport Prize. Expect lively discussions, author encounters, and plenty of inspiration as stories and ideas fill lively venues across this creative town.

December

December

Bournemouth Christmas Tree Wonderland

When: TBC

Where: Lower Gdns, Bournemouth BH2 5AY

Nearest park: Rockley Park (5 miles from park, 15 minute drive)

Step into Bournemouth’s Christmas Tree Wonderland and find yourself surrounded by festive sparkle. The Lower Gardens are transformed by over 100 glittering trees and dazzling light displays, from traditional firs to giant themed installations. Add in a pop-up ice rink and a buzzing alpine market brimming with seasonal treats, and you’ve got all the ingredients for a magical evening out—perfect for families and those ready to embrace the spirit of Christmas by the sea.

Important information

Terms and conditions

Pre-owned holiday homes from £14,995 – UPDATED 24 June 2026

As at 24 June 2026, price is available at the following parks: Berwick, Blue Dolphin, Cardigan View, Church Farm, Cleethorpes Beach, Combe Haven, Craig Tara, Doniford Bay, Far Grange, Garreg Wen, Golden Sands, Greenacres, Hafan Y Mor, Haggerston Castle, Lakeland, Marton Mere, Orchards, Presthaven, Primrose Valley, Quay West, Reighton Sands, Rockley Park, Thornwick Bay, Wild Duck and Weymouth Bay. Price can be withdrawn at any time.

Images are shown for representational purposes. Access to holiday home is subject to park opening times.

Price excludes 2026 site fees, running costs and add-ons requested at point of sale. Subject to status and availability. Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL.

New holiday homes from £268 per month – UPDATED 24 June 2026

Holiday home price is based on a new 3-bedroom ABI New Horizon holiday home and includes siting, connections and standard accessories.

Representative finance example. Holiday home cash price £29,995, less deposit of £8,998.50, gives a loan amount of £20,996.50. 120 monthly payments of £268.27. Total charge for credit £11,196.32. Total amount payable £41,191.32 which includes the deposit amount. The interest rate is 5.33% fixed / 9.6% APR (representative)

As at 24 June 2026, price is available at the following parks: Berwick, Blue Dolphin, Cardigan View, Church Farm, Cleethorpes Beach, Combe Haven, Craig Tara, Doniford Bay, Far Grange, Garreg Wen, Golden Sands, Greenacres, Hafan Y Mor, Haggerston Castle, Lakeland, Marton Mere, Orchards, Presthaven, Primrose Valley, Quay West, Reighton Sands, Rockley Park, Thornwick Bay, Wild Duck and Weymouth Bay. Price can be withdrawn at any time.

Images are shown for representational purposes. Access to holiday home is subject to park opening times.

Price excludes 2026 site fees, running costs and add-ons requested at point of sale. Subject to status and availability. Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL.

Terms and conditions

Let2offset - make no site fee payments until 2033

Let2offset is a contractual lettings product that offers eligible owners a guaranteed preferential letting income (re-calculated each year) in exchange for a stipulated number and type of letting breaks (i.e. off peak, peak) as set out in the application documents for each year. Instead of site fees being due annually, it also allows eligible owners to pay site fees and receive letting income in 12 equal monthly instalments; the monthly site fee is charged by Haven after deduction of the letting income.

‘Make no site fee payments until 2033 when using Let2offset’ is available at 33 Haven parks excluding Burnham, Cardigan View, Far Grange, Garreg Wen, Lydstep Beach, Riviere Sands and Seaview. The letting income received will vary by make, model and location but Haven guarantees that there will be no site fee payments due if the eligibility criteria is fulfilled. The monthly site fee payment does not include running costs e.g. utilities, rates & insurance which remain payable. Both letting income and site fees are subject to yearly pricing reviews and inflation.

“Make no site fee payments until 2033 when using Let2offset” is subject to the following eligibility criteria: (i) applicable to new and existing customers who purchase a new Victory Ashberry 3 bed or equivalent silver grade holiday home (https://www.haven.com/caravans-for-sale/ranges) (ii) the purchase must have been made through Haven; and (iii) customers have also signed up to Haven’s Let2offset contract at the time of caravan purchase. It is not applicable to caravans purchased by private sale and cannot be used in conjunction with our free Site Fee promotion and any other promotions or offers issued by Haven from time to time. An example of how “Make no site fee payments until 2033 when using Let2offset” operates under Let2offset is the purchase of a Victory Ashberry 3 Bed holiday home at Seton Sands with a monthly site fee of £701.67 (includes purchasing discount of £17.08) and monthly letting income of £707.92. The monthly difference equates to £6.25, which will be credited to the owner's account. The monthly site fee costs and letting income shown in the example are based on 2026 figures. Images are shown for representational purposes. Access to holiday home is subject to park opening times. Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL.

Site fees from as little as £130 a month with Let2offset at Burnham-on-Sea

Let2offset is a contractual lettings product that offers eligible owners a guaranteed letting income at a preferential rate (calculated each year) in exchange for a stipulated number of letting breaks. It also allows eligible owners to pay their site fees and receive their letting income in 12 equal monthly instalments; the monthly site fee amount charged by Haven will be due after deduction of the letting income. ‘Site fees from as little as £130 a month with Let2offset’ is available at Burnham-on-Sea. The letting income received will vary by make, model and location. The monthly site fee payment does not include running costs e.g. utilities, rates & insurance. Offer is subject to availability.

“Site fees from as little as £130 a month with Let2offset” is applicable to new customer purchases of new Victory Ashberry 3 bed or equivalent silver grade holiday home (https://www.haven.com/caravans-for-sale/ranges) through Haven where customers have also signed up to Haven’s Let2offset contract. It is not applicable to caravans purchased by private sale and cannot be used in conjunction with our free Site Fee promotion. An example of how “Site fees from as little as £130 a month with Let2offset” operates under Let2offset is the purchase of a Victory Ashberry 3 bed holiday home at Burnham-on-Sea with a monthly site fee of £783.75 (includes purchasing discount of £19.58) and monthly letting income of £634.00. The monthly difference equates to £130.17 which will be billed to the owner's account monthly. Both letting income and site fees are subject to yearly pricing reviews and inflation. The monthly site fee costs and letting income shown in the example are based on 2025 figures. Images are shown for representational purposes. Access to holiday home is subject to park opening times. Park cannot be used as a permanent residence.

Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL.

Site fees from as little as £160 a month with Let2offset at Lydstep Beach

Let2offset is a contractual lettings product that offers eligible owners a guaranteed letting income at a preferential rate (calculated each year) in exchange for a stipulated number of letting breaks. It also allows eligible owners to pay their site fees and receive their letting income in 12 equal monthly instalments; the monthly site fee amount charged by Haven will be due after deduction of the letting income. “Site fees from as little as £160 a month with Let2offset” is available at Lydstep Beach. The letting income received will vary by make, model and location. The monthly site fee payment does not include running costs e.g. utilities, rates & insurance. Offer is subject to availability. "Site fees from as little as £160 a month with Let2offset” is applicable to new customer purchases of new Victory Ashberry 3 bed or equivalent silver grade holiday home (https://www.haven.com/caravans-for-sale/ranges) through Haven where customers have also signed up to Haven’s Let2offset contract. It is not applicable to caravans purchased by private sale and cannot be used in conjunction with our free Site Fee promotion. An example of how “Site fees from as little as £160 a month with Let2offset” operates under Let2offset is the purchase of a Victory Ashberry 3 bed holiday home at Lydstep Beach with a monthly site fee of £939.58 (includes purchasing discount of £28.83) and monthly letting income of £751.17. The monthly difference equates to £159.58 which will be billed to the owner's account monthly. Both letting income and site fees are subject to yearly pricing reviews and the monthly site fee costs and letting income shown in the example are based on 2025 figures. Access to holiday home is subject to park opening times. Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL.

Move your caravan to Haven for free - full terms and conditions

This offer is available for holiday home owners not located at a Haven park and that want to relocate their holiday home from their current holiday park a Haven holiday park, subject to pitch availability and the satisfactory completion of our standard onboarding checks. It cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, discount or promotion, apart from the free 2026 site fee promotion if applicable to the Haven park. Haven reserves the right to withdraw this offer at any time without notice.

In order to be eligible to participate in the offer, your holiday home must be situated within a 50-mile radius of the Haven park that you wish to relocate to. The holiday home must be no more than 15 years old from the date of manufacture and if it has been purchased under a finance agreement, the holiday homeowner must provide confirmation from their lender that the holiday home can be moved to the Haven park.

Haven will transport your holiday home from the entrance of its current holiday park location to the required Haven park and will reimburse your transportation costs up-to a maximum value of £750; any excess must be paid by the holiday homeowner. Haven does not accept any responsibility for any damage that happens to the interior of your holiday home whilst it is being transported to one of our holiday parks. We recommend your holiday home is fully packed down and ready for transportation. Transportation does not include decking. Any decking bought onto a Haven park must be approved by the General Manager of that park to ensure it meets Haven standards. Siting and connection costs for your holiday home on a Haven park will be paid for by Haven. Offer excludes payment of holiday home disconnection at your current park and transportation costs from its current pitch to the entrance of its current park.

Subject to availability and status. Deposit required. Offer cannot be combined with any other offer, discount, or promotion. Access to your holiday home is subject to park opening times. Images are shown for representational purposes. Park cannot be used as a permanent residence.

Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL.

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