Things to do with kids in Dorset

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Pliosaur the Terrifying Sea Rex

1st-2nd January 2026

Venue: Museum of Jurassic Marine Life - The Etches Collection

See the amazing Pliosaur skull discovery and learn more aobut how it lived, hunted and died in the Jurassic seas of Kimmeridge

Summer Skate

19th July-3rd November 2024

Venue: Bournemouth Lower Gardens

Roller rink, yoga and fitness, movie nights, live music

Wildlife Photographer Of The Year

19th July-3rd November 2024

Venue: Dorset Museum and Art Gallery

Exhibition with over 100 powerful photographs capturing fascinating animal behaviour, spectacular species and the beauty of our planet

Castle Critters Family Quest

1st October-22nd November 2024

Venue: Corfe Castle

Find the hidden critters that call the castle home. Explore the castle ruins to discover they help or hinder the caretaking of the castle - complete your quest sheet to earn your conservation token

Daily guided red squirrel walk

2nd October-3rd November 2024

Venue: Brownsea Island

Join one of the knowledgable volunteers on a free guided walk through the woodland in search of squirrels

Where's Santa in Dorset 2024

Where's Santa in Dorset 2024

Where to see Father Christmas in this festive season

Pumpkin patches and picking - Dorset 2024

Pumpkin patches and picking - Dorset 2024

Pumpkin themed activities in Dorset

Children's Parties in Dorset

Children's Parties in Dorset

Party ideas for families

Whats on in Dorset

Whats on in Dorset

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