Did you know that four multi-million-selling musical artists were all schoolfriends in Wimborne? Or that a former Mayor of Wimborne was once in a punk band? Or that Wimborne was home to a classical composer who studied with Vaughan Williams? And that more than one folk singer has celebrated Wimborne in song? You can find the answers to all these questions, and more, on a new walking trail around the town…
The Wimborne Music Trail was launched on 31st January in a packed Square Records with Mayor Cllr Jeff Hart and Town Crier Chris Brown in attendance and Dorset Phil performing. The walking tour will take you on a fascinating journey to discover Wimborne’s musical heritage – the musicians, venues, and events that make Wimborne such a musically exciting place. And more good news is that the locations include several local hostelries to refresh you on your way round!
Created by Adrian Newton from Wimborne Contemporary Arts, it’s Planet Wimborne’s first contribution to a series of 12 trails (one a month) being produced by a variety of local organisations as a contribution to Wimborne 2026 Town of Culture. As well as lots of fascinating facts about people and places, the trail includes links to further information about the featured artists and music, plus tips for enjoying music sustainably.
To download a pdf file of the Wimborne Music Trail, go to www.evergreenmusic.uk/wimborne-music-trail
