Five things not to be missed in Dorset this week

Are you struggling to keep up with dry January or do you simply need entertaining? Here are some events happening this week within Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch.

Head over to the Kingfisher Barn centre in Bournemouth for free hedgelaying lessons, from the 15^th January.

British journalist and former MP Michael Portillo will be sharing his truth on the 16^th, at the Lighthouse theatre in Poole.

The UK Dance Championships are commencing on the 15^th until the 17^th at the Bournemouth International Centre. Ticket prices range from £12.50, and can be purchased online.

Join the many other marathon runners this year taking park in a free 4k run along the River Stour on the 16^th.

Jazz fans can catch the legendary American tenor Scott Hamilton, as he returns after a seven-year absence, in Poole on the 18^th. Ticket prices range from £18.75.