Dorset Seafood Festival

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Prepare for one of the best things to do in Weymouth at the Dorset Seafood Festival

This September, Weymouth is host to the Dorset Seafood Festival, a seafood lover's paradise! This two-day festival is a celebration of all things fishy and takes place in Dorset's dazzling coastal town over the weekend.

  • Where is it? Dorset Seafood Festival is located on the coast of Weymouth, where the esplanade meets the harbour. 
  • When is it? The festival will take place over the weekend of the 7-8 September 2024. 
  • What can I expect? Fabulous fishy street food, quality wines and local ales, cookery workshops, special guests and entertainment for kids. 
  • Who is it for? The Dorset Seafood Festival is one of the best family days out in Weymouth for families of all ages! 
  • How much is it? Early bird day tickets are available for just £10, with a cost of £20 for weekend tickets. Children can visit for free with a paying adult! 

Last year's festival saw record crowds gather on the peninsula over the festival weekend, enjoying the sunshine, enjoying locally caught seafood, Dorset ales and English wines, live music, chefs' theatre stage and many more family activities. 

Now in it's 16th year of running, make 2024 the year that you visit The Dorset Seafood Festival, one of the best family festivals in the UK for foodies. 

What else is on at Dorset Seafood Festival 2024?

  • A plethora of seafood dishes from a large selection of local stalls with all types of fish, oyster, scallop, lobster and more.  
  • Enjoy the very best local ales and fine wines. 
  • Chef demonstrations from a star-studded line-up of seafood chefs. 
  • A mix of talented live music acts. 
  • Fun activities for kids, including the children's cookery workshop to prepare their very own fish supper. 

With its stunning seaside location and mouth-watering cuisine, Dorset Seafood Festival is a must-visit event for anyone who loves seafood and enjoys a fun-filled day out by the sea. 

Get your early bird tickets to the Dorset Seafood Festival today from just £10. But be quick, early bird offers last until the 1st of May!

Location
Dorset,
DT4 8ED
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How to find us

By car:

At the Weymouth peninsula, behind Weymouth Pavilion (DT4 8ED) where the esplanade meets the harbour. The postcode for parking at the site via Sat. Nav. is DT3 5HJ.

By train:

You can reach the feastival from London Waterloo, via Southampton, Bournemouth and Poole on South Western Railway or from Bristol on First Great Western.

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Where is Dorset Seafood Festival?

At the Weymouth peninsula, behind Weymouth Pavilion (DT4 8ED) where the esplanade meets the harbour.

Where can I park at Dorset Seafood Festival?

Town centre car parks will fill up quickly. Please use the Weymouth park and ride - DT3 5HJ.

Is there disabled access at Dorset Seafood Festival?

The site is relatively flat and should cause minimal issues for those in wheelchairs. 

Can I bring my dog to Dorset Seafood Festival?

Well-behaved dogs are welcome and must be kept on a short lead at all times.

Can I buy Dorset Seafood Festival tickets on the gate?

Numbers are limited, so please pre-book to guarantee your place.

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