Christmas will be a time of celebration for Diverse Abilities this year, with a number of events planned.

There is a wreath making workshop hosted by Edwards Florist at The Beehive on Wednesday 23 November. Tickets are £55 per person and include all materials.

On Wednesday 7 December, the 2021 Great British Bake Off contestant Maggie the Seaside Baker, will be sharing her tips for making the perfect Christmas pudding whilst you mix along with her and the rest of the group. Tickets are £30 per person and include all the ingredients to make a delicious Christmas pudding.

The charity with be hosting its annual Carol Concert in Wimborne Minster on Wednesday 21 December from 6pm, with entertainment from Razzamataz Bournemouth, Sound of Soul and Lucy Donovan. The concert will be hosted Blair Crawford, the founder and president of Hope FM, with readings from Christine Bueno, former Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Dorset, Maggie the Seaside Baker, and John Smith, chairman of Diverse Abilities.

Lucy Rowley, events fundraising officer at Diverse Abilities, said: “We are really getting into the festive spirit and are looking forward to the two Christmas Workshops we are holding at The Beehive in Poole. It’s great for those who want to get creative and make something special in the run up to Christmas. We are hoping for a big turnout for our Carol Concert, we’d love people to come along with their friends and family for a fantastic evening while supporting children and adults with disabilities in Dorset.”

Visit diverseabilities.org.uk/events for more information and to book your tickets.