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Sudden death of man in Blandford – public appeal
Detectives investigating the sudden death of a man in Blandford are appealing for the public’s help to piece together his last movements.
Wimborne History Festival requires helping hands
Fresh air, friendly faces, free tickets and the chance to share a passion for Wimborne and local history – all great reasons to volunteer at the thrilling new Wimborne History Festival.
Thousands can’t get enough of Christchurch Food Festival
Food lovers in their thousands flocked to Christchurch Food Festival amid beautiful sunshine. Once again the festival was expanded to include not only the traditional High Street market but also the festival village on the Quomps at Christchurch Quay.
Flog It! at Highcliffe Castle
Stop Press… BBC ‘FLOG IT’ filmed at Highcliffe Castle in June 2015 on a stunning summer’s day, is due to hit our television screens this month showcasing Highcliffe in all its glory.
Become a Part of The Purbeck Marathon 2016
Now in its fifth year, The Purbeck Marathon has become an important part of the running calendar and a major event in Purbeck. During this time the race has gone from strength to strength and has made a very positive contribution, such as £6,000 to good causes.
Bournemouth hotel for cancer Patients wins Stellar Award
The Grove Hotel has been honoured with the prestigious Stellar Stays Award, recognising outstanding levels of customer service and satisfaction.
Spring Tide Food Festival returns for its seventh year
On the weekend of 21 and 22 May, the National Trust’s West Dorset team is holding the annual Spring Tide Food Festival at Hive Beach, Burton Bradstock. The festival will be open between 10am and 4pm on both days.
Visitor numbers are blooming for Sherborne this summer!
The small Dorset town of Sherborne is looking forward to receiving a record number of visitors this summer on account of its residents’ and workers’ green fingers. With its Hidden Gardens scheme, the Castleton Wildlife Garden, two public gardens which are free and open daily, the Sherborne-in-Bloom contest and the stunning grounds of two castles, there is much to appreciate.
Students from The Bournemouth & Poole College serve up a treat
Students from The Bournemouth & Poole College served up a treat for guests during the pop-up “Saturday Night Kitchen” at the Christchurch Food Festival last weekend. The restaurant was jointly hosted by celebrity chefs Lesley Walters of ITV’s This Morning, and Dean Edwards of ITV’s Lorraine.