Swanage Museum & Heritage Centre AGM
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Event categories Local History
Corfe Castle
Events and 'goings-on' at Corfe Castle that many guide books won't reveal. Hear some of the secrets of this wonderful and iconic castle that make it such a well-loved place to visit. Catholic Church Hall7:30pm Friday, 26th September 2025, Light RefreshmentsPrice: £4 (£3 Swanage Museum members) A talk by Mike Randall: Fellowship College Preceptors- LCP, […]
Retracing Purbeck: Then and Now
An Exhibition exploring Purbeck's past and present, combining historic paintings from Swanage Museum and History Centre, alongside new interpretations of the same view by contemporary landscape artist Jessamy Hawke.
History of Purbeck Architecture
This presentation by Brian Margetson Catholic Church Hall, Light Refreshments7:30pm Friday, 28th November 2025Price: £4 (£3 Swanage Museum members)
WE ARE THE TIME TRAVELLERS Treasures from the Dark Dorset Earth
Treasures from the Dark Dorset Earth This presentation by Karen Brown Catholic Church Hall7:30pm Friday, 28th March 2025, Light RefreshmentsPrice: £4 (£3 Swanage Museum members) WE ARE THE TIME TRAVELLERS / Treasures from the Dark Dorset Earth Join accomplished metal detectorist Karen Brown for an intriguing talk, delving into the stories of everyday Dorset Folk […]
Civil War and Author
This presentation by Neil McLocklin "The English Civil War - local people and placesBuilding upon Neil McLocklin's previous talk, with the publication of his second book A Nation Beheaded, the talk will continue the story of the Bankes and other local families and places at this traumatic and transforming time in English history". Catholic Church […]
Artists in Purbeck: Spirit of Place
Delve into the works of well-known artists who were inspired to capture the stunning Purbeck landscape and coastline of this picturesque region.
Local History and Community Day at Sandy Hill
We invite you for a cuppa and piece of cake, and to enjoy an afternoon of Community History. Learn about how Sandy Hill was linked to the life of Corfe Castle.