Century-old council-run plant nursery closes due to funding gap
King’s Park Nursery, in King’s Park Drive, which has been operation since 1924 will not be opening this spring.
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Free school visits to RSPB Dorset nature reserves
Funded by the Countryside Stewardship Scheme, there are 100 free school visits being offered to RSPB Dorset nature reserves this year.
People experiencing homelessness cook Christmas meal
Homeless people in Bournemouth have cooked a meal for Bee Mission which saves bees and supports people living on the streets.
Rare sand lizards released to populate Winfrith Heath
In an attempt to restore the population of a rare species on Winfrith Heath, 23 juvenile sand lizards, bred in captivity, have been released.
Hazel dormice have declined by 70% since 2000, new report finds
Habitat loss and degradation, alongside climate change, are suggested to be the main reasons for the decline according to ‘State of Britain’s Dormice 2023’ report.
‘Eddie Lizard’ settles into Bournemouth Oceanarium
A green iguana cruelly abandoned in freezing temperatures has been rehomed at the Bournemouth aquarium after being rescued by Brighton RSPCA.
Poole BID in Bloom starts
A new initiative in Poole is helping to improve the town’s visual appeal and create a more vibrant and thriving community.
New Nature Reserve to open on Coronation weekend in Dorset
A Dorset nature reserve is opening on 7 May to provide an ecological space for walking, cycling, birdwatching and fishing.
RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch results are in
House sparrow tops the UK charts for 20th year running, but bird declines since the RSPB survey began are “startling.”
Close season for coarse fishing has begun
Anglers must hang up their rods for the annual close season for coarse fishing. It starts today, 15 March, and continues until 15 June 2023.