4+ day, 9+ hour ago   (223+ words) A TALK on plants that helped shape a national retail revolution will open a new season of public talks. Wimborne u3a’s autumn programme begins on Friday, October 16 at Wimborne Methodist Church, with Martin Stewart presenting 8 Generations, One Passion, which tells…...

5+ day, 14+ hour ago   (194+ words) A plan for a block of flats in Christchurch is being considered following previous refusals The proposal to develop the site at 195 and 195a Barrack Road includes 25 flats and three offices, with associated car parking, landscaping, and auxiliary facilities. Initially, the…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (319+ words) A dog trainer in Dorset has been shortlisted for the finals at two national awards. Bournemouth-based Kirsty Everard is in the running for Dog Trainer of the Year at the South West Regional Animal Star Awards, which will be held…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (156+ words) Redhill Park’s craft fair and second-hand sale returns on Sunday, September 6, offering free entry and stalls from £5. Visitors can browse handmade crafts, gifts, accessories, homemade cakes and other food at the Bournemouth event. It will run from 11am until 3pm at Redhill…...

2+ week, 9+ hour ago   (238+ words) A Dorset disability charity is inviting volunteers to help create accessible outdoor environments. Diverse Abilities is looking for volunteer gardeners to support The Treehouse in Hurn, where they maintain and develop grounds designed for children and adults with disabilities. Becky…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago   (177+ words) A £140,000 refurbishment has transformed a play area into a modern space designed for all ages in Poole. The upgrades at Bourne Valley have created an inclusive, nature-inspired play space featuring accessible equipment and adventurous features for older children. The project…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago   (242+ words) Plans to convert and alter an existing detached garage to a short term holiday let have been submitted to BCP Council. The proposal relates to a detached garage at 64 Purewell, Christchurch, which is currently used for storage and as a…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (486+ words) A major play area refurbishment is set to begin at Kings Park, with work starting on September 1. The project, part of BCP Council’s more than £4.6 million Plan for Play strategy, will see the play area completely rebuilt with new equipment…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (163+ words) The Wimborne Gardening Club's autumn programme begins just two days after their late summer show. The September meeting is scheduled to be held on Monday, September 7, at St. Catherine's Church Hall, starting at 7.30pm. The evening will feature a talk by…...

3+ week, 9+ hour ago   (302+ words) A housebuilder has unveiled a new framework aimed at creating healthier, greener, and better-connected communities. Barratt David Wilson Homes has introduced the Great Places framework, which will apply to all new developments in Dorset and sets out eight key placemaking…...