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5 of the best Dorset restaurants with 'stunning' outdoor seating and views
Restaurants in Christchurch, Burton Bradstock, Wareham and more are among the best in Dorset for outdoor seating and views
Lush founder to open long running fete alongside filmmaker in support of church
Lush co-founder Mark Constantine OBE will open this year’s Rose Queen Festival at St Edmund’s Church, continuing a long-standing community tradition dating back more than 70 years.
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Solar eclipse and shooting stars on same night in rare double spectacle this summer
The UK will get a partial solar eclipse followed by shooting stars in super-rare double sky show on August 12 - here's where to see it
Is Vodafone down? Users report issues with broadband and mobile internet
VodafoneThree users have reported issues with the broadband provider.
Former Conservative MP and broadcaster Ann Widdecombe dies aged 78
Ann Widdecombe, who had a long career as a Conservative MP, has died at the age of 78
Plans at pub will have 'detrimental effect' on town's character, resident claims
Plans for a town centre pub that has ruffled feathers with residents in Bridport have been discussed again as its public consultation draws to a close
Morrisons confirms major roll out of new feature across 500 supermarkets across UK
The scheme will eventually cover Morrisons’ network of approximately 500 supermarkets.
Jurassic Coast Mighty Hike raises more than £600k for Macmillan Cancer Support
More than 2,000 hikers took part in the Macmillan Cancer Support Mighty Hike along the Jurassic Coast on July 4, which has raised £680,416.
Dorset menopause group holding picnic for new members
Women who are perimenopausal, menopausal, or post-menopausal are invited to a Dorset Menopause picnic at Poundbury to gather, connect, and share their experiences.
Weather forecast for Dorset over upcoming weekend
Dorset forecast: Dorchester, Portland, Weymouth and Bridport to see sunny spells and highs of 31°C this weekend, with high pollen counts and breezy winds.
Dorset manufacturer turns plastic waste into products funding ocean clean-ups
Dorset-based recycled plastics company Brothers Make teamed up with global ocean clean-up organisation 4ocean to transform plastic waste into bracelet beads.
Dorchester museum launches new ticket to remove financial barriers to culture
Dorset Museum & Art Gallery in Dorchester will launch its new Community Access Ticket from Saturday, July 25, offering entry for £6.20 for visitors on benefits.
NHS to launch new vaccination outreach contracts to improve South West access
New contracts have been agreed to provide vaccination outreach services across the South West, helping more people access vaccinations.
Blandford School community comes together for remarkable charity challenge
The Blandford School community has completed its TBS Does LEJOG Challenge, in an incredible display of teamwork, determination and community spirit.
Dobbies' free-to-attend Little Seedlings Club explores sun and shade this August
Dobbies' Little Seedlings Club takes place at its Galton store on Sunday, August 2, with a ‘Summer Sun vs Shade’ session.
How a family's decking became home to between 60,000 and 90,000 bees
What began as a fleeting pitstop by a passing swarm in April 2025 turned into a 15-month-long journey, culminating in an most astonishing bee extraction.
Series of home extension applications filed across town
A series of home extensions are planned across Dorchester in the latest planning applications to Dorset Council.
RSPCA issues guidance to help wild animals during heatwave
The RSPCA is renewing its appeal for people to not forget wildlife as another heatwave brings soaring temperatures across many parts of the country.
Marine group which clears litter from our beaches needs support
A charity has launched a fundraising campaign to help buy a van