4+ day, 12+ 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…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (292+ words) The south west’s biggest model show is rolling into Dorset with a brand-new wargaming theme next week. Taking place at The Tank Museum in Bovington on September 12 and September 13, the South West Model Show will feature wargaming models, demonstrations, and…...

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, 12+ 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, 12+ hour ago   (275+ words) A care home in Dorset has officially opened a new garden designed to offer residents a calming and biodiverse outdoor space. Brook View, a Colten Care facility in West Moors, celebrated the launch with a summer event featuring music, strawberries…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (241+ words) Discounted plants, crafts, and family fun will be on offer in Bournemouth at Cherry Tree Nursery’s Plant Sale and Autumn Fayre. Taking place on Saturday, September 19, from 9am to 3pm in Northbourne, the event promises a full day of gardening inspiration and…...

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…...