Things to do in Dorset, events & lifestyle

Countess and Earl of Shaftesbury in the library

Ruin in the abandoned Tyneham Village near Kimmeridge

Places

7 pretty places to spot snowdrops in Dorset

Wednesday, January 22, 2020 Jade-Olivia Patrick

Snowdrops bring great joy in the early months of the year, signifying the warmer weather ahead. We pick 7 magical places in Dorset to explore these beautiful flowers

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12 of the quirkiest things to see and do in Dorset

Wednesday, January 15, 2020

From a cheese racing challenge to hundreds of guitars on a beach, Visit Dorset share some of the more unusual events and places to explore in the county

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The ultimate Dorset walking guide

Friday, January 3, 2020 Hesham Abdelhamid

Ruins of Corfe Castle by Kosala Bandara (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0) via flic.kr/p/satoae

With Durdle Door, Brownsea Island, Jurassic Coast and a whole host of other stunning sights, Dorset is an amazing place for a stroll

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Calling all DT locals: enjoy 50% off at Dorchester's Shire Hall

Friday, January 3, 2020 Hesham Abdelhamid

Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum is a must visit, bringing over 200 years of justice and injustice to life.

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Ad Feature Dorset's best wedding venues

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

We've rounded up some of the best wedding venues in Dorset. Photo credit; JenAphotographer/Getty Images/iStockphoto

When you're planning a wedding, there are so many things to consider, but the venue is perhaps the most important of all. However, in Dorset you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to finding the perfect one…

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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

Sunday lunches & roasts in Dorset: 10 great places to go

Friday, January 17, 2020

Where is your favourite Sunday lunch spot in Dorset? Photo credit: IgorDutina/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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Christmas Recipe: Cheese and Walnut Biscotti

Tuesday, December 17, 2019 Photography: Lara Jane Thorpe

Dorset's award-winning Baking Bird, Lizzie Crow, shows us how to make locally inspired bakes that are the perfect Christmas gift - this week, we're making cheese and walnut biscotti…

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Christmas Recipe: Ginger and spice biscuits

Tuesday, December 10, 2019 Words: Lizzie Crow, Photography: Lara Jane Thorpe

Dorset's award-winning Baking Bird, Lizzie Crow, shares locally inspired bakes to make as gifts - this week, we're loving these wonderfully festive biscuits

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Dog friendly pubs in Dorset: 15 of the best places to go

Tuesday, December 3, 2019 Freddie Ellams

What could be better than cosying up by the fire with a pint in hand and your pooch at your feet this winter? Photo credit: diane39/Getty Images/iStockphoto

You can't beat a pub lunch after a scenic country walk with your four-legged friend. In no particular order, we pick some of the best dog friendly pubs in Dorset

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Recipe: Clementine and fig chutney

Tuesday, December 3, 2019 Words: Lizzie Crow, Photos: Lara Jane Thorpe

Fig and clementine chutney, photo credit: Lara Jane Thorpe

Dorset's award-winning Baking Bird, Lizzie Crow, shares locally inspired bakes to make as gifts - this week, she shows us how to make a fantastically festive chutney

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Food & Drink Awards

Click here to find out about the 2018 Dorset Magazine Food and Drink Awards

People

Artsreach has some unusual ways to celebrate its 30th birthday

Yesterday, 14:18 Fanny Charles

Springhead gardens at Fontmell Mgana provides the magical setting for an Alice in Wonderland day

Artsreach is a registered charity that brings high quality performances of live theatre, music, dance and family shows to the heart of rural communities across Dorset.

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Exclusive interview with The Earl and Countess of Shaftesbury

Yesterday, 14:49 Words: Adam Lee-Potter Photos: Lucy Sewill

Before the murder of his father and sudden death of his brother, Nick Ashley-Cooper was a carefree, techno DJ working in New York. Now the 12th Earl of Shaftesbury, he is committed to restoring the family estate and its good name

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Expert's tips on how to beat the January Blues

Tuesday, January 14, 2020 Alison Gardiner

Dr Alison Gardiner explains how to achieve good mental health at this time of year

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David Chedgy on setting achievable goals for the New Year

Thursday, January 2, 2020 David Chedgy

David enjoying a run on the beach in Poole

In his latest column, Harlequins rugby player turned financial and wellbeing blogger David Chedgy discusses staying on track with New Year's resolutions

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Landscapes for Life Photo Competition

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Colmers Hill Sunset, by James Loveridge, winner of Dorset AONB Site Seeing Photo Comp

Could you take an award-winning photo of the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and be part of our 2021 calendar?

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Homes & Gardens

Ad Feature Dutton Gregory Solicitors: how to minimise the stress of moving home

Wednesday, November 27, 2019

David Blackmore, partner in Residential Conveyancing at the Bournemouth based solicitors, shares his top tips

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Dorset dream homes: Woolbridge Manor

Tuesday, November 19, 2019

This Grade II* listed manor house in Wool provided the inspiration for Wellbridge House in Tess of the d'Urbervilles

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Ad Feature Bryant Interior Furnishings: the go-to for creating your ideal home interior

Friday, October 25, 2019 Ellie Fells

Create your dream home with the help of the team at Bryant Interior Furnishings. Photo credit: Phil Jackson

Bryant Interior Furnishings has been based in Bournemouth since the 1970s, during which time they've built up a reputation for being one of the very best interiors firms in the industry

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Open gardens you can visit in Dorset this month

Monday, September 30, 2019

Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens will be lit up this autumn, photo credit: Stephen Banks

Take in the glorious colours of autumn as you wander around one of these gardens this month

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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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