WEST DORSET: Next week you can try something completely different at a special event from September 27 to October 4.

The ‘Try This…’ event is made up of 42 one or two-hour sessions running for six days. These will take place in a number of different venues in Dorchester, including the Shire Hall, the Corn Exchange and The Old Tea House.

Every session will be free and people of all ages are welcome. In all, 828 places are on offer.

A wide and diverse range of free lunchtime and evening sessions are available. Some sessions contain tips and advice for everyday activities such as how to get the best out of an iPad, first aid and photography. Other sessions include tie-dye, creative writing and how to play in a brass band.

The full programme of sessions is available on Facebook and leaflets are available from Dorchester TIC, The Plaza cinema, the library and from the foyer of West Dorset District Council.

There will be a chance to meet the organisers and sign up to any remaining places outside Barclays Bank in South Walks on Saturday, September 27 from 10am to noon.

Reserving a session place is essential and can be done via the website dorchestertrythis.org.uk Email any questions to enquiries@dorchestertry this.org.uk or call 01305 250665.