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Sarah Bolter & 'Not Just Sax'
with special guest Derek Nash
Saturday 25th July, 6.30pm​
‘Not Just Sax' are a group of local musicians from the south led by Sarah Bolter on saxes, flute, clarinet and vocals. The band was formed in 2001 and are bound together by a love of melodic, rhythmic jazz.
Derek Nash is probably the UK’s busiest and most versatile saxophonist, who has been part of Jools Holland’s Rhythm and Blues Orchestra since 2004, is a member of Ronnie Scott’s Blues Explosion and tours extensively with his stage celebration show of Stevie Wonder, ‘The Wonder of Stevie.’ Read more
Raising funds for Allendale Community Centre. ​
Summer Jazz at the Allendale -
Bob Barter Quintet with Jenny Howe
Sunday 26th July, 1pm
Join us for a great afternoon of jazz and swing courtesy of the Bob Barter Quintet with vocalist Jenny Howe. Superb musicianship and a great atmosphere guaranteed in The Allendale Studio. Limited tickets available and often sells to capacity - advance booking recommended!
Kevin Harding: Here Comes The Sun Tour
(supported by Bob Carter)
Saturday 15th August, 6pm
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Kevin is a highly talented fingerstyle guitarist who performs in local and UK venues and at International Guitar Festivals. He's also a composer for guitar, piano, strings and orchestra. This year he's embarking on a UK tour, Here Comes The Sun, performing his fingerstyle guitar arrangements of popular Beatles songs, plus some of his own compositions featured on The Wine List & Folklore albums, together with tunes from a new album he's currently recording (The Balladeer) and other popular fingerstyle guitar pieces. Watch video
Kevin is supported by Bob Carter, a locally-based guitarist of outstanding skill himself. Two superb musicians on one evening in The Allendale Café - limited seating available so advance booking strongly recommended! Raising funds for Allendale Community Centre.
Changing Colours Jazz Orchestra -
Music from Broadway to Hollywood
Sunday 6th September, 6pm
It’s Showtime! We welcome Changing Colours Jazz Orchestra, playing the ultimate celebration of your favourite songs from Broadway Musicals & Hollywood Films.
This 17 piece orchestra has been created from a select group of musicians, many of them professional, who will be performing a varied and exciting programme of music to get your toes tapping and be both memorable and nostalgic. Watch video
This highly acclaimed orchestra, based in Ferndown, has been performing over the past five years and will feature vocalists & soloists throughout the programme to add to your emotional musical experience.​ Raising funds for Allendale Community Centre.
Thought Control - A Tribute to Pink Floyd
Saturday 12th September, doors 6.45pm, show 7.15pm
Thought Control are pleased to bring their Tribute to Pink Floyd to the Allendale. Watch video
More info from Thought Control:
We present well over two hours of classic songs with an unforgettable spectacle of sound and light. On stage, we will carefully recreate all-time classics such as "Another Brick In The Wall", “Money”, "Comfortably Numb" and "Wish You Were Here", along with epics such as "Echoes" and "Shine On You Crazy Diamond". The lighting, projection and laser effects create the perfect backdrop, and have been further enhanced for 2026. Whether a die-hard fan or new to Pink Floyd, let Thought Control immerse you in the magic of one of the greatest bands of all time.
Labradors Rock 2026
Friday 18th September, doors 7.15pm, music from 8.15pm
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Spinal Taff are back again at the Allendale for ‘Labradors Rock 2026’, a benefit concert in aid of The Labrador Rescue Trust; a night of big hair and even bigger riffs, as the band deliver their unique take on rock and heavy metal classics from AC/DC, Judas Priest, Van Halen etc. They’re joined this year by special guests, ‘Vesper’, a young 6-piece rock band whose influences include Royal Blood, The Killers and Paramore; a band who were finalists at last year's 'Battle of The Bands' contest organised by Poole & Parkstone Grammar Schools.
MC for the evening is Radio Wimborne’s very own Matt Fleming.
​Allendale Theatre Company presents
Round The Horne
Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th September, 2.30pm both days
Join us for an afternoon of bona comedy as we recreate the much-loved BBC radio show, Round The Horne! Our talented cast portray Kenneth Williams, Hugh Paddick, Kenneth Horne, Betty Marsden and Douglas Smith through four sparkling episodes, script-in-hand at the mics, as it would have been on the original recordings.
Not suitable for young children. Very suitable for anyone with a good old-fashioned (and slightly naughty) sense of humour!
We'll bring back the glory days of the 1960s and warmly invite you to join us on Saturday 26th or Sunday 27th September!
Quo Connection
Friday 23rd October, doors 7.30pm, music from 8.15pm
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The authentic and approved sound of classic 70s QUO! Watch video
Formed by ex-Status Quo drummer John Coghlan, the band has existed for twenty-five years in various forms. Mick Hughes, Rick Chase and Pete Mace have reformed John Coghlan’s Quo under the name of QUO CONNECTION.
Playing many of Status Quo’s hits plus some incredible album tracks, Quo Connection are eager to bring their high-octane show to you. The band proved very popular when they played here previously and are very welcome to return in 2026! Raising funds for Allendale Community Centre.
20 To 1 Big Band presents
Dance The Night Away
Saturday 24th October, 7.30pm
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20 To 1 Big Band return to the Allendale with their ever-popular Dance The Night Away - an evening of LIVE music for you to get up and dance to!
Music styles include Swing, Jive, Latin, Waltz and Rock & Pop. Also featuring live vocalists.
The Bossa Definitiva Trio
Sunday 1st November, 1pm
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Paris-born vocalist Véronique Joly, together with Canadian saxophonist Terry Quinney and guitarist Rob Palmer, present BOSSA DEFINITIVA, a trio celebrating the cool Bossa Nova sounds of Stan Getz and Astrud & João Gilberto. Drawing inspiration from the classic Getz/Gilberto recordings, the trio's repertoire also includes songs by artists such as James Taylor and Sting, as featured on their recently released eponymous debut album.
Together, the trio brings warmth, lyricism and understated virtuosity. Their repertoire moves effortlessly between classic Bossa Nova and contemporary song, capturing the intimate, timeless appeal of Brazil's most enduring musical style. Watch video
Raising funds for Allendale Community Centre.
Evening with Dan Clarke
Tuesday 3rd November, 7pm
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The incredible Spiritual medium Dan Clarke presents an evening of readings from spirit delivered in the compassionate and yet entertaining way that only he can. Join us and see why Dan Clarke is known for being the most accurate medium touring the UK today.
Over 16s please.
Richard Smith UK Tour 2026
(supported by Bob Carter)
Friday 13th November, 7.30pm
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We welcome Richard Smith back to the Allendale this November! If you've seen Richard here before, you'll know he's one of the world's top guitar players. Born in the UK, now resident in the US, he's back in this country for an autumn tour. If you appreciate top-level musicianship and great entertainment, don't miss this date! Watch video
Richard is very ably supported by the more-local Bob Carter, himself a consummate musician. Two excellent guitarists at a very reasonable ticket price - limited tickets available.
Raising funds for Allendale Community Centre.
Chris Hill's Dirty DC
Sunday 27th December, doors open 7pm
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This isn’t just another tribute band - this is a full-throttle AC/DC experience!
Chris Hill’s Dirty DC deliver the raw power, attitude, and unmistakable sound of one of the greatest rock bands in history, with relentless precision and energy. Engineered for serious fans and live music audiences alike, this is high-voltage rock ‘n’ roll done properly.
Fronted by Chris Hill, a performer who has spent over 26 years mastering the voice, presence and grit of Brian Johnson, the band recreates both the Bon Scott swagger and the Johnson-era stadium dominance with spine-tingling accuracy. Raising funds for Allendale Community Centre.
Kate Garner's Vintage Songbook
Sunday 30th May 2027, 2pm
Songs & stories at the piano with the daughter of Chas from 'Chas & Dave'.
​Music Hall, 1920s & 30s, Parlour Songs & Wartime Singalong!
StevieMac
Saturday 18th September 2027, 7.30pm
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Fronted by vocalist Fi Channon, StevieMac is more than a Fleetwood Mac tribute. Backed by a talented live band, the show combines the biggest Fleetwood Mac hits with songs from Stevie Nicks' remarkable solo career and celebrated collaborations, offering audiences a deeper journey through one of rock music's most enduring legacies.
​From Fleetwood Mac classics such as Dreams, Rhiannon and The Chain to Stevie Nicks' solo hits including Rooms on Fire and Stand Back, plus iconic collaborations such as Stop Draggin' My Heart Around, StevieMac delivers a show that celebrates the full musical journey of one of rock's most distinctive and influential artists. Watch video