Roundup of Jubilee events in the area
It was a busy extended weekend (2-5 June) with street parties galore, picnics, lighting of beacons, entertainment and events as the public marked the Queen’s 70-year reign.
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Bournemouth students design Jubilee Sari
To be featured in the pageant on 5 June, 15 students from Arts University Bournemouth designed the sari.
Artwork display in Bournemouth town centre
Students across Dorset discover they can draw for an art exhibition taking place at Bournemouth’s Avenue Shopping Centre.
Royal project to tour Dorset libraries
Watch out for some beautifully created royal visitors popping up at libraries across the county in the next few weeks.
Dorset High Sheriff themes her year ‘the Healing Power of Nature’
The new Dorset High Sheriff launched her year with the theme of the Healing Power of Nature as she took office at a ceremony held in Bournemouth.
Grants available for community organisations in Dorset
Not-for-profit groups can apply for a grant of up to £5,000 from the Community and Culture Project Fund.
Wimborne project wins architectural award
Stanbridge Mill Library at Stanbridge Mill Farm was one of six winners of a Royal Institute of British Architects South West Award.
Wimborne Horticultural Society under threat of closure
Because of a lack of support for this society, which has roots going back to the 1800s, there is a danger of closure.
Holy Week in Wimborne begins with Palm Sunday procession
After an absence of two years due to the coronavirus pandemic, the traditional Palm Sunday procession started Holy Week in Wimborne Minster.
Easter parade at Pamphill
After the service at St Stephen’s Church, the pupils of Pamphill First School took part in an Easter bonnet parade.