Graston Farm Cottages

04/09/2026

🎩✨ Bridport Hat Festival – Saturday 5th September 2026 ✨🎩

If you’re looking for something fun and a little different this weekend, head into Bridport for the 2026 Bridport Hat Festival!

The day gets underway at 10.00am in Bucky Doo Square with a welcome from the Town Crier and Mayor, followed by a full programme of live entertainment, competitions, activities and stalls throughout the day.

Expect plenty of colourful hats, music, laughter and a wonderfully lively atmosphere around the town. And of course, don’t forget to wear your own favourite hat! 🎶👒🎩

A great local event to enjoy while staying at Graston Farm Cottages, and a lovely excuse to spend the day exploring Bridport.

📅 Saturday 5th September 2026
📍 Bridport Town Centre

02/09/2026

🌾🐄 Dorset County Show is back this weekend! 🚜🐑

One of Dorset’s biggest countryside events returns on Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th September 2026, near Dorchester.

It’s a brilliant day out for all ages, celebrating the very best of Dorset agriculture, farming and rural life, with livestock, heavy horses, showjumping, food and drink, countryside displays, horticulture, shopping and plenty of entertainment.

⭐ This year’s highlights include Monster Trucks, the OG Stunt Horse Team, Scurry Racing and The Wurzels performing on Saturday!

📅 Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th September
⏰ 8.30am – 6.00pm
📍 Dorchester, DT2 7SD
🚗 Free parking

A great day out while staying with us at Graston Farm Cottages and a lovely way to enjoy Dorset’s traditional end-of-harvest celebration. 🌾☀️

28/08/2026

☀️🌊 Still time to enjoy the summer sunshine in beautiful Burton Bradstock!🌊☀️

With views like this along the Jurassic Coast, there’s no better excuse to make the most of these lovely sunny days. 💙

Whether it’s a walk along the coast, a trip to the beach or simply sitting back and enjoying those wonderful sea views, Burton Bradstock is looking glorious in the sunshine.

And all just a short distance from Graston Farm Cottages. 🏡🌿

27/08/2026

🌾🐑 Melplash Show 2026 – A Great Day Out in West Dorset! 🚜🐄

📅 Thursday 27th August 2026
⏰ 8.30am – 6.00pm
📍 West Bay Showground, Bridport

There really is something for everyone, with livestock and horse competitions, horticulture and homecrafts, agricultural machinery, local food and produce, rural displays and more than 400 trade stands**. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the very best of our local farming and countryside. 🌾🐴🥕

🎟️ Children aged 16 and under go FREE, with advance adult tickets available before Show Day.

A fantastic family day out and just a short trip from Graston Farm Cottages – definitely one for the holiday diary!

26/08/2026

Modbury Farm Shop Alfresco

🗓 Next Gathering: Sunday, August 30th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: Modbury Farm Shop, DT6 4NE (Burton Bradstock, Bridport)
🌐 www.modburyfarmshop.co.uk
Don’t tell just anyone… tell everyone you love! See you there! 💫
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23/08/2026

19/08/2026

🌾🐑 Melplash Show 2026 – A Great Day Out in West Dorset! 🚜🐄

If you’re staying with us at Graston Farm Cottages, why not enjoy one of the highlights of the West Dorset summer calendar – the Melplash Agricultural Show?

📅 Thursday 27th August 2026
⏰ 8.30am – 6.00pm
📍 West Bay Showground, Bridport

There really is something for everyone, with livestock and horse competitions, horticulture and homecrafts, agricultural machinery, local food and produce, rural displays and more than 400 trade stands. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the very best of our local farming and countryside. 🌾🐴🥕

🎟️ Children aged 16 and under go FREE, with advance adult tickets available before Show Day.

A fantastic family day out and just a short trip from Graston Farm Cottages – definitely one for the holiday diary!