Verwood Rustic Fayre 2026
31st August 2026
Potterne Park, Verwood
Celebrate community spirit at Verwood Rustic Fayre 2026 on August Bank Holiday Monday. From 12 noon, enjoy family-friendly stalls, classic cars, fun activities, and affordable entry, all supporting local causes with laughter and discovery throughout the day.

Event Details
Explore all you need to know about the Verwood Rustic Fayre 2026, including timings, location, and highlights to help you plan a fantastic day out.
Date and Venue
Join us on Monday 31st August at Potterne Park, Verwood, Dorset. Gates open at 12 noon, welcoming families to a vibrant community celebration.
Entry and Tickets
Affordable family-friendly admission ensures everyone can enjoy the festivities, with proceeds supporting local charitable causes.
Activities and Attractions
Discover an array of stalls, fun activities, and classic car exhibits that promise a day filled with laughter, learning, and community spirit.
Verwood Rustic Fayre 2026 Highlights
Explore the exciting events at Verwood Rustic Fayre 2026, where community spirit shines through family-friendly fun, vibrant stalls, and engaging activities for all ages.

Verwood Rustic Fayre Launch
Join us at Potterne Park on August Bank Holiday Monday for a day packed with laughter and discovery.

Classic Cars Showcase
Admire a stunning display of vintage vehicles, bringing nostalgia and excitement to enthusiasts and families alike.

Family Activities and Stalls
Enjoy diverse stalls and interactive activities designed to entertain visitors of all ages throughout the day.
Contacts for the 2026 Rustic
Fayre Stalls: Tim 01202 825520 email: rusticstalls@verwoodrotary.org.uk
Ducks: Mark email: mark.hardaker@gmail.com
General: Clive Grove email: secretary@verwoodrotary.org.uk
Classic Cars: email: community@verwoodrotary.org.uk
Want to have a stall at the 2026 Rustic Fayre
Securing a stall at the 2026 Verwood Rustic Fayre offers a premier opportunity to place your brand or craft at the heart of one of East Dorset’s most beloved community traditions. Held on the August Bank Holiday Monday at Potterne Park, the event consistently draws thousands of local residents and visitors, providing an expansive, captive audience eager to support artisan goods, local produce, and unique services. Beyond the immediate benefit of high foot traffic and direct sales, participating as a stallholder allows you to build face-to-face rapport with the Verwood community and network with other regional businesses in a vibrant, festival atmosphere.
Furthermore, as the fayre is organized by the Verwood Rotary Club with all profits traditionally donated to local charities, having a presence there aligns your business with a significant philanthropic cause, enhancing your local reputation while contributing to the “rustic charm” that makes this event a regional staple year after year.
Key Benefits for 2026 Stallholders:
- High Visibility: Benefit from a diverse crowd drawn by major attractions like the classic car show, duck race, and arena displays.
- Targeted Local Reach: Ideal for businesses looking to cement their presence within the Verwood, Ringwood, and Ferndown catchment areas.
- Community Integration: Align your brand with a 40-year-old heritage event that supports vital local causes.
- Marketing Exposure: Featured presence in the official event programme, which is widely distributed to households across the town.
- Comprehensive dedicated and site wide Wi-Fi access
