This calendar of events is an indication of the wonderful events that guests can enjoy whilst staying with us here at the manor. Plumber Manor hotel is conveniently near all these events which add an extra and pleasurable dimension to stay in one of the most beautiful parts of Dorset.
Friday, May 24th – Saturday, June 8th
King Lear at Old Wardour Castle, Mozart’s Third Violin Concerto and Mahler's Fourth Symphony at Salisbury Cathedral, Schubert’s song cycle Die Winterreise at Wilton Church, Pictures at an Exhibition and Petrushka at Salisbury Playhouse and so much more.
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Monday, May 27th
Set in the beautiful grounds of stately Sherborne Castle, right beside the lake, the Sherborne Castle Country is everything a country fair should be. There are events and attractions to appeal to all ages including rural crafts, animals, dragon boat racing, a big top, food, one of the largest Rare Breed Shows in the country and so much more.
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Friday, July 24th – Sunday, July 27th
To mark the bicentenary of Giuseppe Verdi and Richard Wagner, the 2013 Dorset Opera Festival and Summer School includes Verdi’s La Traviata and The Flying Dutchman
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Saturday, August 4th - Sunday, August 5th
The 'hottest' weekend of the year in Dorset at the Great Dorset Chilli Festival. Whether or not you enjoy chillis, this is a chilli fiesta for everyone. Not only is there everything chilli to see, to taste and to buy, there are cooking demonstrations, music, spicy street food, local ice creams and local beers.
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Wednesday, August 21st
A fun day out for all ages. The Gillingham and Shaftesbury is one of Dorset's premier shows, featuring all the elements of a traditional agricultural show as well horticultural marquees, art and cake competitions, show jumping and dog events.
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Wednesday, August 28th – Sunday, September 1st
One of the finest country fairs in all England. If you’re in Dorset during this period, a visit to the steam fair is a must…it’s also worth travelling a distance.The kids love it.
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