Things To Do
Things to Do
Local Events
Swanage Carnical Week
Swanage Regatta and Carnival takes place every year. Starting on the last Saturday in July, there are eight days featuring over 100 events. The South Coast's premier carnival has something for everyone. Live music every day on the beach front, the half marathon, sandcastle competitions, the Sailing Regatta, treasure hunts and magnificent firework displays are just a few of the things that are on offer. On the Sunday afternoon you can soak up the carnival atmosphere with one of the longest processions in the area and join in all the fun.
In 2007 Swanage Carnival raised over £20,000. The money helped many good causes both locally and nationally. The Red Arrows amazed everyone with their daring performance in 2008. Every year promises to be bigger and better and with the help of all the people who are involved it really is one of the best weeks of the year.
For any information regarding this event contact:
Herston Cross House Web: www.swanagecarnival.com
230 High Street
Swanage
Dorset
BH19 2PQ
Swanage Blues Festival
Early March each year, Swanage plays home to the Swanage Blues Festival. Started in 2000, this event has gone from strength to strength and gets bigger each year. With a full programme for the whole weekend, the festival has more than 40 gigs in over 15 indoor venues, including open mic and jam sessions. Admission to all events is free.
Swanage Blues and Roots Festival
After the success of the Swanage Blues Festival, in 2007 the organisers introduced the Swanage Blues and Roots Festival. Although this event is not as well established as the original, it is becoming more popular each year. Admission to all events is free.
For any information regarding these events, including band listings contact:
Steve Darrington Email: s.darrington@btopenworld.com
Swanage Blues Web: www.swanage-blues.org
C/o TIC
The White House
Shore Road
Swanage
Dorset
BH19 1LB
Swanage Jazz Festival
Some of the best jazz played in Britain today makes up the Swanage Jazz Festival. A mixture of well established musicians and some of the brightest young bands in the country help provide the friendly and relaxed atmosphere enjoyed every year. The line up includes excellent musicians from parts of Europe, America and Australia. Weekend tickets, which allow access to all venues, or single day tickets are on sale.
For any information regarding this event, including band listings contact:
Swanage Jazz (festival tickets) Telephone: 01929 42215
22 Streche Road E-mail: fredlindop@tiscali.co.uk
Swanage Web: www.swanagejazz.org.uk
Dorset
BH19 1NF
Swanage Folk Festival
The most colourful of all the festivals is the friendly Folk Festival. Many dance sides from all over the county flock to Swanage in their costumes and add a vibrancy to the atmosphere in the town. The weekend is full of music, dancing and workshops; on the Saturday afternoon a procession dances through the streets. There are workshops for the children and music venues throughout the town. The festival consists of free events and some which require tickets.
For any information regarding this event, including band listings contact:
Swanage Tourist Information Centre (Tickets)
Shore Road Telephone: 0870 442 0680
Swanage E-mail: swanagefolkfestival@hotmail.co.uk
Dorset Web: www.swanagefolkfestival.co.uk