Events at Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens - 2021

In association with Plant Heritage – Sunday 12th September 2021, 10am – 3pm

Organised by Plant Heritage Dorset with profits supporting plant conservation & education in Dorset. An interesting range of late summer/autumn plants, including late flowering perennials, shrubs, ornamental grasses, alpines, succulents and a good few rare and unusual specimens on offer. You can buy plants direct from the grower, getting invaluable tips & advice. Also some local craft & refreshment stalls. Admission is just £7.00 and includes access to the Gardens until 5pm. Tickets may be booked on online or purchased on the day if Covid-19 Rules have been relaxed.

18th & 19th September 2021

We are delighted to announce the return of the Abbotsbury Food Fair, in association with Dorset Food and Drink. More details will be available soon.

Estimated film start time is 7:30 – 8pm. Ticket holders will need to bring something to sit on and are invited to bring a picnic as there will be no onsite catering facilities for the event. The ticket prices are £12 for adults, and £6 for children aged 5-15.

For more information, please call 01305 871732

Lighting up memories for those we miss

An opportunity to remember a loved one by sponsoring a light on this special tree. Names will then be entered into the Christmas 2021 Book of Remembrance.

Application forms are available by visiting Weldmar, telephoning 01305 261800 or visiting the website:

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Three superb attractions (The Swannery, Subtropical Gardens and Children’s Farm) are all located within a mile of each other around the village. Abbotsbury is full of quirky shops, galleries, tearooms and interesting nooks to explore. Afterwards pop down to the Beach Café for a pot of tea. To find out more about Abbotsbury, visit the Abbotsbury Village website.