The Dorset Axemen

08/06/2024

03/06/2024

⏰ The Countdown Tightens: Just 1 Week to go to the Spring Countryside Show! 🌿

The clock is ticking! Get ready for an exciting and unforgettable weekend on June 8th and 9th at The Turnpike Showground, Motcombe (SP7 9PL).

Whether you're into gardening, agriculture, crafts, or looking for a memorable weekend outing with family and friends, this event has something for everyone. Experience the essence of rural traditions and contemporary countryside life with:

🐴 Amanda Sandow’s Spotted Ponies
🐷 Joseph’s Amazing Racing Pigs
🤡 Di**le Fingle’s Clown Town Crime Watch
🐶 Dog agility & Gundog Work
🌲 The skilful Dorset Axemen
📷 Inspirational Photography talk by Charlie Waite
👨‍🌾 Engaging Gardening talks with experts - Geoff Hobson, David Usher, Sally Nex, Paul Williams and Jane Moore
🎨 Creative workshops
🎵 Live music from talented local bands
🌮 Delicious Dorset foods and drinks
🚜 Fun Tractor & Trailer rides, and so much more!

Don’t miss out on this spectacular event – there’s still time to get your early bird tickets!

🎟️ For more details and to secure your tickets > https://gillinghamandshaftesburyshow.ticketsrv.co.uk/tickets/SCS2024

01/04/2024

Gutted to announce our first show at Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show for 2024 has been cancelled due to the rainfall ruining the showground. Will share any further information as we see it.

10/03/2024

🪵 Witness the speed and accuracy of the axemen on 27 & 28 April 🪓

Before modern-day machinery came the skills of the forester, woodman and timber cutter. The Dorset Axemen join us at Dorset Spring Show demonstrating chopping and crosscut sawing with razor sharp axes & saws.

02/03/2024

🌳🪓 Experience the Thrill of Traditional Forestry with The Dorset Axemen at the Spring Countryside Show! 🪓🌳

Join us this spring for an unforgettable showcase of skill, strength, and heritage. The renowned Dorset Axemen are set to dazzle with their breathtaking lumberjack demonstrations, a highlight not to be missed!

📅 Dates: April 20th & 21st

📍 Location: Turnpike Showground, SP7 9PL

Founded on a passion for forestry and traditional axemen skills, the Dorset Axemen bring together a team of highly skilled individuals dedicated to preserving and showcasing the art of axe work and logging. Their performances combine precision, power, and a deep respect for their craft, offering a unique spectacle that captivates audiences of all ages.

From competitive chopping and sawing to awe-inspiring displays of log balancing and speed cutting, the Dorset Axemen demonstrate the incredible talents that have made them a beloved attraction across the country. Whether you're a forestry enthusiast, a fan of outdoor sports, or looking for an exciting family day out, their performances promise excitement and entertainment against the backdrop of our beautiful countryside.

🎟️ Don't miss this chance to witness the skill and tradition of the Dorset Axemen live! Secure your tickets now for the Spring Countryside Show and prepare for a weekend filled with fun, education, and the spirit of the great outdoors!

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06/09/2023

We made headline news in the Dorset Biz News 😂
Absolutely fantastic weekend at Dorset County Show
In the worlds of my 6 year old daughter “BEST.SHOW.EVER.”

There are not too many events where you can see monster trucks, woodcutting and sheep shearing in the space of one weekend. One where you can, however, is the annual Dorset County Show, an event dating back to the mid-1800s. This year’s show featured a range of different entertainment, including S...

06/09/2023

Great memories from 2018 from Great Dorset Steam Fair 😀

Inside the Countryside arena with The Dorset Axemen

22/08/2023

What❓ where📍 when⏰! Plan your day to the County Show with our 2023 Show Timetables!

➡️➡️➡️ www.dorsetcountyshow.co.uk

⚠️ Price increases on 26th August 2023 ⚠️ Book your Adult Ticket today for just £19 and Children go FREE!

13/08/2023

Celebrate Dorset Agriculture, Countryside & Rural Life at Dorset County Show on 6 & 7 Sept 2025

05/08/2023

One week to go until the brilliant Purbeck Rally 🪵🪓😊