More people plan to use farm shops this Christmas
Research from rural insurer NFU Mutual shows that 40 per cent of people plan to buy more from farm shops and local producers this Christmas.
Research from rural insurer NFU Mutual shows that 40 per cent of people plan to buy more from farm shops and local producers this Christmas.
An award from the COVID Winter Grant Scheme means vulnerable families in Dorset will receive help with the costs of food and fuel this winter.
A pop-up Christmas shop and Forest Holme’s Tree of Remembrance are among the Christmas activities at the Dolphin Shopping Centre.
The planning inspectorate has received a revised toll increase proposal from the Sandbanks Ferry Company following feedback from local councils.
Young people are to be given new opportunities to connect with nature in the New Forest.
The Ferndown branch of Versus Arthritis has been unable to meet over the past months due to the pandemic and so the organisation decided to deliver Christmas hampers to members.
Action for Children benefited from this event organised by stand-up paddleboarders dressed as Santas.
Santa Claus, a Christmas treasure trail and late night shopping are all on offer at Brewery Square in Dorchester.
In the absence of the Carols in the Cornmarket and the shoppers’ carol service it is hoped this will bring cheer to shoppers.
At this time of the year, when there is limited daylight, it is important that people driving in the New Forest take particular care.