Abbey Farm, Abbotsbury

31/08/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us over the Bank Holiday weekend and helped make this year's Abbey Farm Summer Fair such a special one. Whether you came to shop, eat, explore, listen to the music, get creative or simply enjoy Abbey Farm, it was wonderful to see so many of you here ❤️

A massive thank you to all of our brilliant and talented traders and exhibitors — and especially for braving the wind and unpredictable British summer weather with us! Your beautiful stalls, creativity and good spirits brought the whole fair to life.

Thank you to our incredible musicians who kept us entertained throughout the weekend — Emily Jean, Olly Howard, The Decadettes and Portesham Ukulele Band. You were all absolutely brilliant!

And, of course, a huge thank you to the café team at Cherries for all the hard work behind the scenes, helping get the event off the ground and keeping everything running throughout the weekend.

One of my favourite little additions this year was our guestbook banner, which I had such a great time making with Adam and Keara! 🖊️ Thank you to everyone who stopped to sign it, leave us a message or add a little doodle — it’s such a lovely reminder of the weekend and everyone who shared it with us.

And we absolutely loved seeing all the incredible decorated pebbles appearing throughout the fair! 🎨 From our youngest visitors to the young at heart, there was some serious creativity on display. Thank you to everyone who sat down, picked up a pen and got involved!

Most importantly, thank you to every single person who came through the gates and supported our traders, musicians and the independent businesses here at Abbey Farm. We hope you had as much fun as we did.

🎄 Next up... the BIG Abbey Farm Christmas Fair! 🎄

Save the dates: Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th November 2026. We already can't wait to welcome you back for a magical festive weekend at Abbey Farm! ✨

Thank you again for being part of our Summer Fair. ❤️

Sara Holmgren, Organiser

Cherries at Abbey Farm
Olly Howard
Emily Jean - Vocalist
The Decadettes
Abbey Farm, Abbotsbury

31/08/2026

LAST DAY TODAY — DON’T MISS IT! 🤩
It's the final day of the Abbey Farm Summer Fair and we're ready for one last brilliant day! ☀️

Come and spend your Bank Holiday Monday with us and enjoy:
🛍️ Local traders, makers & exhibitors
🎶 Live music by Olly Howard
🍔 Delicious food, drinks & sweet treats
🌸 Pick-your-own flowers
🎨 FREE pebble painting
🔎 FREE kids' trail
🖌️ Creative workshops & activities
☕ Cherries café & cream tea tent
🏡 Plus our beautiful shops, studios and Abbey Farm to explore!

📍 Abbey Farm, Abbotsbury
⏰ 10am–4pm TODAY
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

We've had such a lovely weekend so far — come and join us for one final day! 🌼✨

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30/08/2026

☀️🌸 DAY 2 IS IN FULL SWING! 🌸☀️
We’re having another brilliant day here at Abbey Farm, with plenty to see, eat, drink and enjoy!

🎶 Portesham Ukulele Band are bringing the tunes today, with the wonderful Emily Jean performing later this afternoon.

Plus, there’s plenty more to explore…
🛍️ Artisan traders & local businesses
🍔 Delicious food & drinks
🎨 Creative workshops & activities
🌸 Pick Your Own flowers at Abbey Farm Flowers
🍰 Treats, cakes & cream teas
🏡 Independent shops & studios
🎶 Live music throughout the day
👧🏼 Kids activities
✨ And lots more around Abbey Farm!

We’re here TODAY and Bank Holiday Monday from 10am–4pm.

🎟️ FREE ENTRY
📍 Abbey Farm, Abbotsbury
🕙 10am to 4pm

Come down, have a wander and make a day of it! 🌿☀️

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29/08/2026

✨ WE'RE LIVE AT THE SUMMER FAIR! ✨
Don't let a little drizzle and wind scare you away — the Summer Fair is in full swing!

We've got plenty happening both indoors and outdoors, with stalls, food & drink, live music, activities, the cafe, workshops and lots to explore around Abbey Farm ☕️🎨🛍️🎶

Here are just a few shots from this morning 📸

🕙 We're here 10am–4pm today, tomorrow & Monday
📍 Abbey Farm, Abbotsbury
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

Pop down, have a wander, support some brilliant local businesses and enjoy a Bank Holiday day out with us!

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28/08/2026

🌻 SUMMER FAIR - THIS WEEKEND 🌻
The Abbey Farm Summer Fair is back for three days this weekend, with plenty to see, do, eat and enjoy!

🎶 Live music throughout the weekend
🛍️ 40+ artisan shops & stalls
🎨 FREE pebble painting
🔎 FREE kids’ trail & activities
🌸 Pick Your Own flowers
🖌️ Creative workshops
🍴 Food, drinks & Cream Teas
🏡 Independent shops, studios & café
🐾 Dogs welcome too!

📅 Sat 29th, Sun 30th & Mon 31st August
🕙 10am–4pm each day
📍 Abbey Farm, Abbotsbury, DT3 4JJ
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

Celebrate summer at beautiful Abbey Farm in Abbotsbury! Live music, food, drinks, market days, art and much more!

26/08/2026

☀️ WHAT ARE YOU DOING THIS BANK HOLIDAY?
Come and spend it with us at the Abbey Farm Summer Fair in Abbotsbury!

For three days, Abbey Farm will be packed with brilliant traders and artisan stalls, live music, food & drink, PYO flowers, artisan shopping, workshops and plenty of activities for little ones — including FREE pebble painting and our FREE kids’ trail 🎨🔎

Stop for lunch, cake or a cream tea, treat yourself to a glass of fizz and browse the independent shops and studios, wander through the medieval Tithe Barn and Abbey ruins, pick your own flowers and enjoy a couple of relaxed summer days out 🌸🎶

📅 29th, 30th & 31st August | 10am–4pm
📍 Abbey Farm, Abbotsbury
✨ FREE ENTRY

Bring the kids, bring the dog, bring your friends — and make a day of it! 💙

Celebrate summer at beautiful Abbey Farm in Abbotsbury! Live music, food, drinks, market days, art and much more!

25/08/2026

🛍️ MEET OUR SUMMER FAIR GUEST TRADERS! 🌻✨
We have a wonderful line-up of guest traders joining us at Abbey Farm this Bank Holiday weekend, bringing together some seriously talented makers, artists, producers and small businesses from Dorset and beyond!

Across the three days, you'll be able to browse original artwork, prints and illustrations, handmade ceramics, sterling silver and sea glass jewellery, freshwater pearls, colourful homewares, vintage and upcycled textiles, candles, botanical wax melts, natural soaps and skincare, garden goodies, hand-painted wooden pieces, photography, sculpture, handmade bags and so much more 🎨🕯️💍🌿

And there are plenty of delicious things to take home too! 😍 Think handmade fudge, small-batch jams, marmalades and chutneys, artisan chilli sauces, more than varieties of cheese, pies and preserves, plus locally produced Dorset gin, botanical vodka, spiced rum, Yuzucello and more 🧀🌶️🍸

You'll also find some wonderful charities joining us, including wildlife and local community causes such as Soth West Wildlife, Friends of St. Nicholas, alongside the Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance Charity ❤️

And when you fancy a treat while exploring? We'll have Flippin' Delicious Pancakes and Cherries Café, plus glitter face painting to add a little sparkle to your day! ✨

There really is SO much to discover, and by shopping at the fair you'll be supporting an amazing collection of independent artists, makers, producers, charities and small businesses.

Abbey Farm Summer Fair
📅 Sat 29th, Sun 30th & Mon 31st August
⏰ 10am–4pm each day
📍 Abbey Farm, Abbotsbury
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

And that's just the guest traders… there's plenty more happening across Abbey Farm all weekend! 🌻🎶🎨

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24/08/2026

There's lots to see and do for young and old at the Abbey Farm Summer Fair! Whether you’re coming for the shopping, food, music, activities or simply a lovely day out, there's plenty to discover across Abbey Farm over all three days!

🛍️ Artisan stalls – shop from a wonderful mix of local makers, artists, crafters and independent businesses.

🎨 FREE pebble decorating – get creative and make something colourful to take home.

🔎 FREE kids’ trail – follow the clues around Abbey Farm and see if you can solve the mystery word!

🖌️ Family workshops – get hands-on with creative workshops from Dorset Printmakers.

🌸 Pick your own flowers – wander through the beautiful flower field at Abbey Farm Flowers and pick your favourites.

🌼 Temporary flower tattoos – a little bit of floral fun for the Summer Fair

🎶 FREE live music – enjoy different musicians and performers throughout all three days, plus have a go yourself at our Busk Stop!

🍴 Food & drink – come hungry! There’ll be plenty to eat and drink throughout the day, with Cherries Café, guest food traders, cold drinks from the bar and lots of tasty treats.

🍓 Cream Tea Tent – take a break and enjoy a traditional cream tea overlooking the beautiful Mill Pond

🦢 Explore Abbey Farm – visit the resident swans, step inside the incredible medieval Tithe Barn, wander amongst the historic Abbey ruins and discover the shops, studios and businesses around the site.

🏘️ And don't forget to explore Abbotsbury while you're here! Wander through the beautiful historic village with its independent shops, art studios, galleries and wonderful old buildings. You can make a real day of it with a visit to Abbotsbury Swannery or the beautiful Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens too!

With FREE entry, come along for a few hours or make a whole day of it! 🌻

Abbey Farm Summer Fair
📅 Sat 29th, Sun 30th & Mon 31st August
⏰ 10am–4pm each day
🎟️ FREE entry

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23/08/2026

🅿️ Summer Fair Parking Information
Joining us at Abbey Farm next weekend for the Summer Fair? Here’s everything you need to know about parking ⬇️

🚗 Main Parking
Please use Abbotsbury Car Park on Rodden Row (DT3 4JL).
📍 Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xYLdjKWzUKYumm8S9?g_st=ac
💷 You can pay by cash, card or via the app, but we recommend bringing some cash just in case.

♿ Disabled Parking
Disabled parking is available at Abbey Farm, along the road past Abbey Farm Flowers and the pond.
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➡️ Free Overflow Parking
If the main car park is full, free overflow parking is available in the field by Abbotsbury Swannery. Simply follow the signs and orange arrows from the main car park.
Please note, the overflow car park gates close at 5pm.

We can’t wait to welcome you! 🌻

📅 Sat 29th, Sun 30th & Mon 31st August
⏰ 10am–4pm each day
🎟️ FREE entry

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22/08/2026

🎶 LIVE MUSIC AT THE SUMMER FAIR 🎶
We've got a brilliant line-up of live music joining us across all three days of the Abbey Farm Summer Fair this August Bank Holiday! ☀️🎤

💃 The Decadettes — The Decadettes
Dorset's fabulous vintage singing and dancing group! Expect brilliant harmonies, dancing and songs spanning the 60s right through to today – these ladies certainly know how to put on a show!

🎤 Emily Jean Vocalist — Emily Jean - Vocalist
Emily brings beautiful soulful sounds and an incredible big voice to Abbey Farm. Grab something from the café or bar, find a spot to sit and enjoy some seriously gorgeous live music 🎶

🪕 Portesham Ukulele Band
They're back again! Full of energy, fun and classic tunes you can't help but sing along to. Always a firm favourite at Abbey Farm and guaranteed to get everyone smiling!

🎸 Olly Howard - Olly Howard
Armed with his guitar, Olly will be playing a fantastic mix of songs from the 60s right through to the present day – the perfect soundtrack to a Bank Holiday at Abbey Farm.

🎵 New Community Busk Stop
Our brand-new Busk Stop is an open stage and we want to hear your talent. Whether you play guitar, violin, sing, or have another musical talent you'd love to share, come and have a go!

📅 Saturday 29th – Monday 31st August
⏰ 10am – 4pm
📍 Abbey Farm, Abbotsbury
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

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