Saturday 26th July to
Saturday 2nd August 2025
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The South’s Premier Carnival
Swanage Carnival is run by volunteers and is an annual eight day event held in the picturesque coastal town of Swanage, Dorset. Known for its vibrant atmosphere, diverse entertainment, and community spirit, the carnival attracts visitors from near and far, offering something for everyone to enjoy and supported by voluntary contributions.
We are so proud to have given away a record breaking total of £30,900 at our annual presentation evening to local charities and good causes! Thank you to all those that came along and showed their support
The Swanage Carnival Committee extends its heartfelt thanks to all the volunteers, sponsors, and participants who made this year’s event possible. Plans are already underway to make this year’s carnival even more spectacular, promising another eight days of unforgettable fun and entertainment. BIG NEWS is on its way …..
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Raising thousands of pounds each year for our chosen charities and good causes
In 2024 Swanage Carnival celebrated another successful year, giving away a staggering £30,900 to 23 selected organisations. The donations were awarded at our annual presentation night and we have been delighted to learn how these hard raised funds have been put to great use in our community.
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Brook Lodge
Self-cateringSpacious 1-bed, ground floor apartment in Swanage town centre with off-road parking. Brook Lodge is a ground floor flat with …more
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Sykes Holiday Cottages
Self-cateringAt Sykes, we offer our customers the ability to book a huge range of over 20,000 holiday cottages to rent …more
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Swanage Haven
Bed & BreakfastFive Star Award Winning Boutique Accommodation in The Heart of Dorset. The Swanage Haven is 5* Room accommodation with a difference. …more
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Millbrook Guesthouse
Bed & BreakfastMillbrook is a friendly family-run guesthouse a few minutes walk to the town centre, beach pubs and restaurants. We are …more
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The Pines Hotel
HotelThe Pines Hotel enjoys an unrivalled position with a magnificent view over Swanage Bay on the south coast of Dorset …more
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Brook Lodge
Self-cateringSpacious 1-bed, ground floor apartment in Swanage town centre with off-road parking. Brook Lodge is a ground floor flat with …more
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Hipcamp
Find yourself outside. Discover and reserve campsites, caravan parks, cabins, glamping, and more.
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Sykes Holiday Cottages
Self-cateringAt Sykes, we offer our customers the ability to book a huge range of over 20,000 holiday cottages to rent …more
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Swanage Haven
Bed & BreakfastFive Star Award Winning Boutique Accommodation in The Heart of Dorset. The Swanage Haven is 5* Room accommodation with a difference. …more
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Millbrook Guesthouse
Bed & BreakfastMillbrook is a friendly family-run guesthouse a few minutes walk to the town centre, beach pubs and restaurants. We are …more
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The Pines Hotel
HotelThe Pines Hotel enjoys an unrivalled position with a magnificent view over Swanage Bay on the south coast of Dorset …more
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Brook Lodge
Self-cateringSpacious 1-bed, ground floor apartment in Swanage town centre with off-road parking. Brook Lodge is a ground floor flat with …more
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Hipcamp
Find yourself outside. Discover and reserve campsites, caravan parks, cabins, glamping, and more.
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Sykes Holiday Cottages
Self-cateringAt Sykes, we offer our customers the ability to book a huge range of over 20,000 holiday cottages to rent …more
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Swanage Haven
Bed & BreakfastFive Star Award Winning Boutique Accommodation in The Heart of Dorset. The Swanage Haven is 5* Room accommodation with a difference. …more
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Millbrook Guesthouse
Bed & BreakfastMillbrook is a friendly family-run guesthouse a few minutes walk to the town centre, beach pubs and restaurants. We are …more
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The Pines Hotel
HotelThe Pines Hotel enjoys an unrivalled position with a magnificent view over Swanage Bay on the south coast of Dorset …more
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