~ Discover the pretty Saxon riverside town of Wareham in Dorset;
the ideal holiday base to explore and experience Purbeck and the Jurassic Coast ~
Film by Martin Coward
~ Discover the pretty Saxon riverside town of Wareham in Dorset;
the ideal holiday base to explore and experience Purbeck and the Jurassic Coast ~
- "Love Wareham! It has been included in our Dorset holiday for years"
- “I do visit Wareham whenever I can, it’s my happy place, the jewel in Dorset’s crown!”
- “Can't wait to visit your beautiful town again next Spring”
- “Perfect spot for all south Dorset attractions”
- “So much history in one town!”
- "Your excellent website triggered memories of happy times and I am looking forward to rediscovering the area"
– Quotes from Visit Wareham facebook page
A town for all seasons!
Welcome to Wareham, published by Love It Local magazine!
We have loads of useful and interesting information for your holiday or visit to Wareham in Dorset on our websites…
Find out about the amazing history of our Saxon walled town or to find out more about Wareham with our tour of Wareham’s buildings.
For some great ideas of places to visit and places to visit in and around Wareham and Purbeck check out our Visit Purbeck Dorset website.
There’s lots of local events happening around both Wareham & Purbeck, from annual festivals, live music concerts, workshops and guided walks. Visit our events page on Visit Purbeck Dorset for our regularly updated list.
We also have a selection of places to stay from quirky, independent hotels, to cosy bed and breakfasts or scenic, rural campsites.
And to make your holiday or visit to Wareham complete we also have our popular guide to the many fantastic places to eat on our Visit Purbeck Dorset website, in and around Wareham and Purbeck, as well as a guide to local shops on our local magazine website at Love It Local including a fantastic range of good quality, independent retailers.
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Discover unique, local experiences across Purbeck and beyond — brought to you by the team behind Love It Local Magazine. From food festivals and artisan markets to live music and seasonal celebrations, our events are all about bringing the community together and showcasing the very best of local life.
Will McNicol in Concert
We're bringing multi award-winning acoustic fingerstyle guitarist, Will McNicol, to Lady St Mary Church, Wareham in September 2026.
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Dominic Frisby on Tour! In Wareham – Saturday 24th October
Viral sensation Dominic Frisby brings his sharp libertarian wit and hit songs to The Purbeck School on Saturday, 24th October. Join the man behind “17 Million Eff Offs”…
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Jo Caulfield: She came. She saw. She criticised.
Award-winning comedian Jo Caulfield, known for her sharp wit and hilarious stand-up, is coming to The Purbeck School on Friday 14th November.
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Kristiina Watt & Ian Watt • Spain Old and New
Join Kristiina Watt and Ian Watt for a journey through Spain’s musical history, charting a 'juxtaposition of Spain Old and New'
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Find out what’s on near Wareham with Love It Local Events
Swanage Painting Club Summer Art Exhibition
Discover a wonderful collection of original artwork at the Swanage Painting Club Summer Art Exhibition
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Local Event – Osprey and Heathland Bird Guided Walk
Explore the heathland and see stunning reserve views, while spotting Osprey!
More DetailsSwanage Painting Club Summer Art Exhibition
Discover a wonderful collection of original artwork at the Swanage Painting Club Summer Art Exhibition
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Wareham Wednesdays
Wareham Wednesday's hold FREE family-friendly summer events on the picturesque quay in Wareham every Wednesday in August, where we host fun theme nights with musical guests and lots…
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Purbeck Valley Folk Festival
Purbeck Valley Folk Festival returns from 20–23 August with four days of live music, family activities and camping
More DetailsSwanage Painting Club Summer Art Exhibition
Discover a wonderful collection of original artwork at the Swanage Painting Club Summer Art Exhibition
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AVAILABLE from the new Visit Wareham Visitor Centre at the Not Just Sundaes Community Cafe, Trinity Church, South St.
Or find them in Wareham at Wareham Town Museum. Wareham Library, Antelope Inn, Garden Gate Tea Room, Duke of Wellington, The Bear Hotel, Harry’s Cafe, Horse and Groom, Creative Gallery, Purbeck Artisan Yard, The Italian Bakery.
