Dorset Steam fair is one of Europes largest outdoor events, over 1000 trade stands 2000 exhibitions and up to 25,000 people staying within the campsite at anyone time.

Over 200,000 people come to view the events, so if you need accommodation you must book before June otherwise you are unlikely to find anywhere to stay within 20 miles!

The Steam Fair has something for everyone, whatever your interests! Maybe you are a collector, a steam fanatic, an exhibitor, a heavy horse fan, an avid camper, a music fan or just on holiday in the South of England

Dates

Wednesday 2nd September, Thursday 3rd September, Friday 4th September, Saturday 5th September and Sunday 6th September.

For full details of this years event visit their website http://www.gdsf.co.uk/ and dont forget to mention "The Dorset Guide" Website

Directions by Car

Postcode for Sat Nav equipment is DT11 8HX  Situated on the A354 between Blandford and Salisbury in the village of Tarrant Hinton.

Coming from the London area;
Take M3, A303, A343 to Salisbury and A354 to the showground

Coming from the North West;
Take M5, M4, A46, A36 and A350 to Blandford

Coming from Devon and Cornwall
Take A30, A35 and A354 to Blandford

Coming from the Midlands
Take M1, A43, M40, A34, A303, A343 to Salisbury and A354 to the Showground

Coming from Southampton/Portsmouth/Sussex                                                                                           
Take M27, A31, A350 and A354 to showground