PAW 2025: 24 May – 8 June
Thank you for a fabulous PAW 2024!
What an incredible Purbeck Art Weeks (PAW) Festival we’ve had this year! We hope you enjoyed the vibrant and diverse range of artwork, concerts, other events, and creative activities on offer.
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This year, we showcased an incredible array of talent, featuring over 100 local artists, creatives, and international musicians. Our Festival hub, Rollington Barn, and over 30 open studios attracted thousands of visitors from near and far, all eager to immerse themselves in the Festival’s buzzing atmosphere and creative energy. Read more about our 2024 Festival here.
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Our Latest News:
September 30, 2024
Vibrant New ‘Coastal Life’ Mural Unveiled by Local Schoolchildren on Swanage Sea Front
A splash of colour and creativity has transformed Swanage Sea Front, as Purbeck Art Weeks (PAW) proudly unveils its latest artistic creation, “Coastal Life”, on Friday, 27 September. This stunning mural, a vibrant celebration of Purbeck’s natural beauty, has been brought to life by over 100 local schoolchildren, showcasing the rich biodiversity along the Dorset coastline. The project, a collaboration between four local schools, highlights the flora and fauna of the Dorset Coast—from majestic puffins to delicate butterflies and wriggling … Read more
June 19, 2024
PAW 2024 Festival Highlights
What an incredible Purbeck Art Weeks (PAW) Festival we’ve had this year! We hope you enjoyed the vibrant and diverse range of artwork, concerts, other events, and creative activities on offer. This year, we showcased an incredible array of talent, featuring over 100 local artists, creatives, and international musicians. Our Festival hub, Rollington Barn, and over 30 open studios attracted thousands of visitors from near and far, all eager to immerse themselves in the Festival’s buzzing atmosphere and creative energy. … Read more
May 16, 2024
A Journey Through Creativity: From Pop-Ups and Open Studios to World Class Music
This article originally featured in Dorset Magazine. At the heart of the Festival lies a vibrant spectrum of artistic expression, each stroke, sculpture, and creation tells a story. As visitors embark on this year’s Festival trail – between May 25 – June 9 – they are not merely observers but participants in a vibrant, enriching experience, where every step unveils new insights, sparks fresh perspectives, and kindles a sense of inspiration. Begin your journey at Rollington Barn (near Corfe Castle) … Read more