Events, exhibitions and theatre to keep children entertained in Dorset in February half term

Great things to do in Dorset this weekend: art exhibitions, walks, concerts, theatre, places to visit and other events and ideas

February’s dark days are banished by Light Up Poole, a three day festival that combines art, science and history through the medium of lasers, light and sound

Calling all Dorset foodies! Our county has an abundance of food and drink themed festivals taking place throughout the year. We round up the events you need to visit in 2019

In the first of two walks, we visit three stone circles from the Bronze Age and some impressive Neolithic chambered tombs

This easy walk takes us into Hardy territory as well offering some glorious views towards Weymouth and Portland

Here are some Dorset walks, easy and challenging, to get you out and about over the festive period

This lovely walk takes us from watercress beds to a church famous for its life-size carvings of apostles

Join Arlene Phillips and Strictly Come Dancing favourites Aljaz and Janette on this exclusive 8-day river cruise along the Danube

Planning a trip to Dorset some time soon? There are some amazingly quirky properties available over on Airbnb