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February 

Swanage Pier Quiz - Thursday 26th February  

Join us for an enjoyable evening of quizzing in support of Swanage Pier at the Royal British Legion on Thursday 26th February. Hosted on our behalf by Glen's Charity Events , the evening will feature a fun blend of questions for all interests and abilities. Whether you’re a seasoned quizzer or simply looking for a fun night out, everyone is welcome.

Your support will help maintain and preserve Swanage Pier, ensuring this treasured landmark remains a place for everyone to enjoy long into the future.

Bring a team or join one on the night — we’d love to see you there.

📍 Royal British Legion
⏰ Arrive 7:30pm for an 8:00pm start
đź’· £3.00 per person
👥 Teams of 6

📝 Register your team HERE or simply come along on the night


March

Park to Pier Walk - Sunday 15th March - 10.30am 

Join a Ranger for a guided walk from Durlston Castle to Swanage Pier learning about wildlife, geology and history of Durlston Country Park and Swanage. Once you reach the Pier, you will have the opportunity for a history talk led by a Pier Volunteer.

Adult - £7.00
Child - £3.00 

Booking is not required, just turn up on the day at Durlston Castle Reception.

Make sure to dress for the weather, walking boots are recommended. The walk will include hills and some steps. 


April 

Swanage Pier Easter Fun

Eggcellent Easter Trail  

Saturday 28th March - Sunday 12th April

The Easter Bunny and his friends are hiding all over Swanage Pier. Can you track them down, uncover the message they’ve left behind and crack our Easter Quiz to earn your reward…

So, here’s what you need to do…

Pick up your activity sheet from the Pier gatehouse and as you make your way along the Pier your first mission begins: track down the Easter Bunny’s friends! Once you’ve found them, use our special Easter Bunny message decoder to crack the secret Easter message waiting to be discovered.

Your second mission is to tackle the Easter Quiz and jot your answers down on your activity sheet.

Once you’ve completed everything, our mini egg explorers can hand in their sheets at the Pier gatehouse to claim a treat and be entered into the draw to win our egg‑cellent Easter hamper.

£2.00 per trail
Normal Adult Pier Entry Applies


Children's History Walk

Wednesday 1st April - 10am 

Swanage Pier has a rich and fascinating history, and it has always played an important role in the life of the town.

Join us for a 45‑minute guided walk along the Pier, following in the footsteps of past generations as we uncover stories of pirates, smugglers, sunken treasure and shipwrecks.

Suitable for accompanied children aged 5 and over.

Standard adult admission to the Pier applies.


Easter‑Inspired Fun with the Easter Bunny

Wednesday 1st and Wednesday 8th April - 11am - 2pm

Get ready for an eggs‑traordinary Easter at Swanage Pier!

Join us for a fun‑filled day where you can meet the Easter Bunny and take part in a range of egg‑citing Easter‑themed crafts and games.

Enjoy hands‑on Easter crafts and test your skills with our family‑friendly games, including Pin the Tail on the Bunny, Egg and Spoon Race, Knock the Eggs Down, and Shoot and Score — perfect for all ages.

Drop in anytime between 11am and 2pm on Wednesday 1st and Wednesday 8th April for a day packed with Easter activities.

Crafts and Games: £3.50 per child

Trail + Crafts/Games: £4.50 per child

Don’t miss out on the eggs‑tra fun!


Park to Pier Walk - Sunday 19th April - 10.30am 

Meeting at Durlston, you will first have the opportunity to learn more about the country park, led by a Ranger. You will then be joined by John Scott, Chairperson of the Dorset Geologists Association Group, for a stroll down to the Pier, discovering the history, wildlife, and geology of the bay along the way.

Adult - £7.00
Child - £3.00
No booking required just turn up on the day.

Meeting at Durlston Country Park at 10.30am