Events
Enjoy a year-round programme of events at The Blue Pool in Dorset, from outdoor cinema evenings and the Halloween Haunt to festive Christmas workshops, visits to Santa and our winter lights experience.
Explore the estate through guided walks, family-friendly bug hunts and popular running events, with something new to discover throughout the seasons.
Blue Pool members receive exclusive event discounts – sign up to make the most of every occasion!
Autumn Events
Halloween Haunt
24th – 31st October
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Get ready for spooky family fun this Halloween!
Explore the haunted woodland trail, follow eerie clues, carve your own pumpkin and get creative with a range of Halloween activities on selected dates. With no jump scares, it’s the perfect Halloween day out for little monsters and the whole family.
Winter Events
Blue Castle Run
7th November
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The Blue Castle Run is a 7 mile chip-timed trail race. With ancient woodland trails; hills and heath; ridges and valleys, and the occasional castle, delivering you some of the most stunning scenery in the Purbecks; and a unique opportunity to run around The Blue Pool. Twice.
Spaces are filling up fast – don’t miss it!
Christmas Workshops
22nd & 29th November
Tickets on Sale Soon!
Get into the festive spirit with Christmas crafts this November! Led by Jenny, our talented florist at Sage & Green, you’ll learn how to create your very own wreath or candle display to take home and show off this season.
Add a delicious cream tea or afternoon tea and enjoy time relaxing in our cosy Art-Deco Tearooms, followed by a lovely stroll around the Nature Reserve.
Visit Santa
5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 17th, 18th, 19th-23rd December
Tickets on Sale Soon!
Santa is set to return to The Blue Pool this Christmas! Don’t miss your chance to meet him in his grotto, full details and tickets will be available soon!
2027 Illuminations
Friday – Sunday 8th January – 14th February and everyday throughout the half-term
EARLY BIRD Tickets on sale now
Returning this January and February, the spectacular Illuminations will bring The Blue Pool to life after dark. This year, we’re celebrating a new partnership with a local, innovative lighting company, bringing a fresh perspective and exciting new lighting experience to the event.