The regular street markets and farmers' markets around Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole and East Dorset — with the days and times you can actually plan around.
The town-centre weekly street market — food stalls, local traders and produce right by the Lower Gardens, a short walk from the beach and pier.
A proper traditional street market running the length of traffic-free Christchurch High Street. Fruit & veg, bakery, fish and household stalls.
Friendly weekly community market serving Ferndown and East Dorset — local produce, baked goods and crafts.
Saturday market on the river quay — food, flowers, fish, meat, cheeses, preserves and collectables. Pairs perfectly with a Purbeck day out.
Monthly gathering of local producers, makers and bakers in village-feel Westbourne, just west of Bournemouth town centre.
New Forest farmers' market with local farm produce, baking and artisan food — a great Saturday food stop east of Christchurch.
Monthly farmers' market in the heart of Wimborne Minster — Dorset produce, local food and a proper market-town morning.
Always check the official market page before travelling — days and times occasionally change for holidays and weather.
Need a proper farm shop rather than a weekly market? Browse the new UK farm shops directory.
The bigger food days out — festivals, fairs and seasonal events around the area.
Free weekend festival with 120+ artisan food, drink, craft and arts stalls, chef demos and live entertainment.
Market in the morning, somewhere lovely in the afternoon.
Ten minutes on from Wareham — the ruined hilltop castle and village make the classic Purbeck day.
The National Trust house, gardens and estate sit just outside Wimborne — market morning, lazy afternoon.
Fill a bag with farm produce then head into the Forest — ponies, walks and pub lunches.