Things to do in Dorset, events & lifestyle

You just can't beat a good fish and chips...photo credit: Pepgooner/Getty Images/iStockphoto

We take a look at some of the best gins that have been made here in Dorset. Photo credit - igorr1/Getty Images/iStockphoto

Blackberries, the fruit of the bramble bush. Photo credit: Ken Dolbear

Places

Walk: Beaminster and Stoke Abbott

18 minutes ago Words & Photos: Edward Griffiths

Looking out over Beaminster from Gerrard's Hill

This three-and-a-half-mile walk follows the tributaries of the River Britt, promising stunning views around every corner

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Villages in Dorset: 10 of the prettiest places to visit

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 Hayley Cooper

Charming thatched cottages in the village of Milton Abbas. Photo credit: CaronB/Getty Images/iStockphoto

Dorset villages are some of the most beautiful in England - think winding lanes, thatched cottages and a cosy pub or welcoming tea room. We suggest ten of the prettiest villages to visit in the county

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Walk: Gussage All Saints and Dorset Cursus

Monday, September 16, 2019 Words & Photos: Edward Griffiths

This walk offers a peek into Dorset's fascinating history books, with a route that takes in a Neolithic ceremonial monument that is shrouded in mystery

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Get ready for Wellbeing by the Lakes

Friday, September 13, 2019 Heather Sheppard

A brand new festival at Sculpture by the Lakes is taking place this month, and as Heather Sheppard has been finding out, it's bringing some fascinating speakers to Dorset

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The Blackmore Vale: a haven for foodies

Wednesday, September 11, 2019 Fanny Charles

Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival is happening this weekend!

Ahead of this weekend's Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival , Fanny Charles finds out why the area is a big hitter on Dorset's foodie scene

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Education

Ad Feature Back To S-cool Style with Quedam Shopping Centre

Tuesday, August 20, 2019

The 'Roar-some Uniform range' available at Marks and Spencer

The words 'Back To School' may bring your thoughts straight to basic essentials such as stationery, uniforms, shoes, bags and lunchboxes but not at the Quedam Shopping Centre...

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Food & Drink

Fish and chip shops in Dorset you need to try

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When Friday night arrives you can't beat a traditional fish supper from the local chippy. With some help from our readers and in no particular order, we pick eight great 'plaices' for fish and chips in Dorset

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12 real ale pubs in Dorset you need to visit

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We have a fantastic selection of real ale pubs here in Dorset. Photo credit: xrrr/Getty Images/iStockphoto

Where is the best real ale pub in Dorset? From traditional pubs to CAMRA-recommended freehouses, when it comes to real ale and craft beer, we're spoiled for choice in Dorset

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Dorset gins you really need to try

Monday, September 16, 2019 Words: Kiera Diment & Helen Stiles

We have many leading food and drink producers here in Dorset, and gin is certainly no exception. We'll raise a glass to that…

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The Blackmore Vale: a haven for foodies

Wednesday, September 11, 2019 Fanny Charles

Ahead of this weekend's Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival , Fanny Charles finds out why the area is a big hitter on Dorset's foodie scene

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Sunday lunches in Dorset: 10 great places to go

Monday, September 2, 2019

There's nothing better than a good Sunday roast, right? Photo credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto

Sunday afternoons are made for lazing in a cosy pub, beer in hand and an overflowing plate of delicious roast dinner on the table. We pick 10 great places for Sunday lunch in Dorset

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Food & Drink Awards

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People

Get ready for Wellbeing by the Lakes

Friday, September 13, 2019 Heather Sheppard

A brand new festival at Sculpture by the Lakes is taking place this month, and as Heather Sheppard has been finding out, it's bringing some fascinating speakers to Dorset

Read full story »

The Blackmore Vale: a haven for foodies

Wednesday, September 11, 2019 Fanny Charles

Ahead of this weekend's Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival , Fanny Charles finds out why the area is a big hitter on Dorset's foodie scene

Read full story »

Walk: Around Corfe Castle with Ninebarrow

Friday, August 9, 2019 Jon Whitley and Jay LaBouchardiere

Corfe Castle Village, phoro credit: Greg Funnell Photography

This 5 mile walk has been devised by local folk music duo Ninebarrow, and it makes the most of the area's breathtaking views

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Meet Steven Spurrier - the owner of an award-winning Dorset vineyard

Tuesday, May 28, 2019 Words: Steve Harris

Steven Spurrier in Bride Valley Vineyard in Dorset

Meet Steven Spurrier, the owner of an award-winning Dorset vineyard, who four decades ago hosted a legendary event that would revolutionise the world's wine scene

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Local sailors share their favourite haunts to anchor up in Dorset

Thursday, May 2, 2019 Words: Kate Shaw

We asked four keen local sailors to share some favourite haunts in Dorset where they like to anchor up

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Homes & Gardens

Ad Feature Dutton Gregory Solicitors: expert advice on buying and selling your home

Friday, September 6, 2019

Make sure you know your stuff when it comes to buying and selling your home

The rules around buying or selling a home often change, and protecting your family and property is increasingly important. Paul Reynolds, Partner in Residential Conveyancing at Dutton Gregory Solicitors, deciphers some of the most common questions asked.

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Ad Feature Heavers of Bridport: supplying and installing glazing solutions for your home

Friday, August 23, 2019 Ellie Fells

Heavers of Bridport supply and install glazing solutions

From aluminium casement windows through to state-of-the-art winter gardens and bi-folding doors, this Dorset based company are showing how the right glass products have the power to transform a space

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