The Dorset Doughnut Hole

02/10/2026

🎉 SHAFTESBURY CARNIVAL TOMORROW

Here’s everything you need to know for Carnival Day:

🚻 TOILETS
The town toilets at King’s Arms Car Park will be open until 9:00pm.

🅿️ PARKING
The Youth Club and all council car parks are FREE for Carnival Day! 🙌

🏆 CARNIVAL PRESENTATION
The Carnival presentation will take place at the Social Club after the evening procession.

🍔 FOOD & DRINK
There’ll be plenty of food and refreshments around town:

📍 Town Hall – Burger Van & Bar🍻
📍 NatWest – Doughnuts 🍩
📍 Post Office – Burger Van & Jamaican chicken 🍗
📍 Fire Station – Burger Van (evening only)
🍦 Ice Cream Van – At the Town Hall during the day, then near the start of the evening procession

🪙 DON’T FORGET YOUR LOOSE CHANGE! 💰
Bring along your loose change to help fill the collection buckets and trucks as they make their way around the town. Every little bit helps! ❤️

🎊 It’s going to be a GREAT day! 🎊

Come along, bring your family and friends, enjoy the atmosphere and help us make this year’s Shaftesbury Carnival one to remember!

24/09/2026

Thanks to Shaftesbury Town Council for extending the toilet times. 👍🏻

24/09/2026

On Sunday we will be kicking off the carnival week celebrations, come and see your National Finalists in action, Free entry!!

24/09/2026

14/07/2026

14/07/2026

With Shaftesbury Fringe – I just made it onto their weekly engagement list by being one of their top engagers! 🎉

27/06/2026

Motcombe Music Festival

27/06/2026

🎶🎉 Haven't got your tickets yet? No problem! 🎉🎶
Tickets for Motcombe Music Festival will be available to purchase at the gate, so there's still time to join us for an amazing day of live music, delicious food, and family fun.
Bring your friends, bring your family, and get ready for a fantastic day out!
🎵 Live Music
🍔 Great Food & Drink
🎪 Family Entertainment
☀️ Summer Festival Vibes
See you soon! 😀