There is another full programme of Events for the Society in 2026. So far, the following have been organised:
County Dinner
George Albert Hotel, Warden Hill, Saturday 16 May 2026 - 6.45pm for 7.15pm - Cost £49.50pp. The Guest speaker this year is Vice-Admiral Sir Adrian Johns KCB CBE KStJ DL, Second Sea Lord 2005-2008 and Governor General and Commander-in-Chief, Gibraltar, 2009-2013.
Please do come along to this wonderful annual showcase event. Menu and booking details .
For further information email chrisgoodinge@hotmail.com
Hambro Cup – Golf Competition
Came Down GC, Dorchester. Friday 8 May 2026. Contact d.upshall@googlemail.com (Pay on the day)
Wimborne Walking Tour, including the Minster
Tuesday 26 May 2026. Meet at the Minster at 2.00pm. To be followed by a cream tea - pay on the day.
Please note - you must indicate your intention to attend prior to the day - email chrisgoodinge@hotmail.com
Founders Day
Dorchester Cemetery, Weymouth Avenue, Sunday 5th July at 2.00pm.
Short service of commemoration. Members are welcome to attend.
For further information contact Peter Lush chairman@societyofdorsetmen.co.uk
Walking Subterranean Tour of Dorchester
Sunday 2 August 2026 - 1.45pm, Free event, meet at County Hall car park. Guided tour by Mark Chutter, Chair, Thomas Hardy Society and cream tea (pay on the day).
Numbers limited to 20, please indicate your attendance in advance - email chrisgoodinge@hotmail.com
Visit to Highclere Castle
September 2026 - details to be announced.
Annual General Meeting and Lunch
Sunday 25 October 2026, The Dorset Golf and Country Club, Bere Regis BH20 7NT
Lunch details and Agenda will be posted nearer the time.
Christmas Lunch
NEW VENUE - Dorset Golf and Country Club. Sunday 6th December, 2026.
Details and menu to be posted nearer the time.
For booking or further information email chrisgoodinge@hotmail.com
Book any event by sending the form in the Newsletter, and your cheque - payable to The Society of Dorset Men