What’s on in Dorset: February

Welcome to the first of February’s posts from Chesil Beach Lodge.

This month we’ll be kicking off as usual with a selection of highlights of things to do in Dorset throughout the coming month. Later in the month we’ll have some ideas for activities during half-term week, and some suggestions to help you have an eco-friendly Valentine’s Day.

Before we get started on our highlights for the month, we would like to let you know about our special offer for February. All this month we have a special offer for new enquiries of three week nights for the price of two (Sunday to Thursday inclusive (except half term week): perfect for a romantic break for Valentine’s Day or a short holiday with family and friends.

11th February, an 80s Disco with DJ Notorious TOG at the Lyme Regis Football Club, Davey Fort Ground, Charmouth Road, Lyme Regis. Bar, drinks specials, free entry.

16th February Comedy Club Roger Monkhouse at the Powell Theatre, Sherborne. “Roger is a regular headline act at such places as the Comedy Store and Jongleurs and one of the writers for 8 out of 10 cats. 8.30pm. Tickets £8.

17th February Bella Hardy at the The Electric Palace. Bella Hardy has been nominated three times in the BBC Folk Awards. She “is one of the finest young folk acts around, singing unaccompanied ballads, or entwining her hypnotic voice with her own fiddle accompaniment to breath-taking effect. Her songs touch on both the fantastical, storytelling elements of Kate Bush and the lovelorn song writing craft of Carole King, ranging in subject matter from fairy tales to English working class history via childhood nostalgia, myths, murder and the human condition.” Tickets £12.50 / Doors open 7.30pm- Starts 8.30pm

18th February Jazz with the John Law Trio at the Dorchester Arts Centre: “one of the most stunning rhythm sections currently working in Europe.” The John Law Trio present some of the best original material from John’s acclaimed Art of Sound trio as well as some of the most beautiful and melodic tunes from the standard jazz repertoire. 8pm (doors and bar 7.30pm). Tickets £10 / £8 under 18s and concessions.

25 February Snowdrop Day at Hilfield Friary, Dorchester, with Br.Vincent. Explore the beautiful grounds of Hilfield Friary. Bring a packed lunch. Donations to the National Garden Scheme. For information and to book: 01300 341741.

25th February Purbeck Big Band Concert at The Corn Exchange, Dorchester. 7.30pm.

At Chesil Beach Lodge we offer a choice of wonderful bed and breakfast and self-catering accommodation, in a stunning location on the Jurassic Coast, and within easy travelling distance of many fantastic local events. Please contact us for more details, or to book accommodation.