Dorset wildlife, local walks & events

Events

Things to do in Dorset this weekend

Tue, 08:01

Make the most of the rare opportunity to explore Brownsea Island by boat this weekend. Photo credit: mrtom-uk/Getty Images/iStockphoto

Here's our pick of some of the best events that are happening in the county this weekend

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Christmas markets and events in Dorset

Wednesday, November 20, 2019 Hayley Cooper

There are so many Christmas markets taking place in Dorset this month. Photo credit: RomanBabakin/Getty Images/iStockphoto

There's no better way to get into the festive spirit than by heading to one of Dorset's many Christmas markets, which are complete with everything from mulled wine to carol singing to visits from the man in red himself. Ho, ho, ho….

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The Museum of the Moon is heading to Dorset

Tuesday, July 2, 2019 Words: Jeremy Miles

Museum of the Moon at Cork Midsummer Festival 2017 [POSS OPENNG IMAGE? }

Over four weekends, thousands of people will enjoy a magical lunar experience at the Museum of the Moon without leaving Dorset

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What's on at this year's Shaftesbury Fringe Festival

Monday, June 24, 2019 Words: Keri Jones

Now in its fourth year, Shaftesbury Fringe is attracting performers keen to try out their new material on an appreciative audience before taking it to Edinburgh

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Walks

Walk: Wareham Town at Christmas

Tuesday, December 3, 2019 Edward Griffiths

Edward Griffiths guides us on a leisurely stroll around this lovely Dorset town, which is the perfect way to soak up the festive spirit

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Village walks in Dorset: 7 lovely routes to try

Wednesday, November 13, 2019 Words: Edward Griffiths

Many of these walks take in Dorset's most spectacular views. Photo credit: JoeDunckley/Getty Images/iStockphoto

Winding country lanes, rolling countryside and cosy cottages galore - Edward Griffiths shares 7 lovely walking routes around just some of our most beautiful Dorset villages

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Walk: Bagber and William Barnes

Monday, October 21, 2019 Words & Photos: Edward Griffiths

This month, Edward Griffiths retraces the footsteps of a romantic and a poet who was Dorset through and through

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Walk: Cattistock and Wraxall

Tuesday, October 8, 2019 Words & Photos: Edward Griffiths

This hilly walk follows a beautiful ancient route - keep your eyes peeled for the fascinating listed buildings that you'll encounter on the way

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Walk: Beaminster and Stoke Abbott

Monday, September 23, 2019 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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Holidays

There is a B&B in Dorset where you can take your horse on holiday

Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Anne Brunner-Ellis

Four riders and their mounts ready for a Dorset adventure

Anne Brunner-Ellis takes her horse on holiday to a B&B in Ashmore where they both enjoy three glorious days of exploring the local countryside as well as a spot of pampering

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Ad Feature Join the Strictly stars on a Prosecco trail along the Danube

Monday, January 22, 2018 Mark Kebble

Join Arlene Phillips and Strictly Come Dancing favourites Aljaz and Janette on this exclusive 8-day river cruise along the Danube

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10 amazing Dorset properties you can rent on Airbnb

Tuesday, June 13, 2017 Harry Maddock

Cottage at West Lulworth, Dorset by Anguskirk (creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0) via flic.kr/p/5dEcpb

Planning a trip to Dorset some time soon? There are some amazingly quirky properties available over on Airbnb

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Places

Arts by the Sea Festival reveals the 10th anniversary theme

Tuesday, December 3, 2019

Bournemouth's Arts by the Sea Festival is a vibrant celebration of the local artistic scene. Photo credit: Scott M Salt

The much-loved festival, which will take place in Bournemouth in September 2020, will follow the theme of 'Journeys' in celebration of a decade of bringing artists and audiences together

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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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Ad Feature Discover Festive Family Fun at the Quedam Shopping Centre

Monday, November 25, 2019

The Quedam Shopping Centre is your one-stop-shop for festive fun. Photo credit: imtmphoto/Getty Images/iStockphoto

Yeovil's Quedam Shopping Centre is offering the ultimate Christmas experience, complete with polar bears, elves, snowmen, and of course Santa Claus himself

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Christmas markets and events in Dorset

Wednesday, November 20, 2019 Hayley Cooper

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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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Wildlife

Dorset Wildlife: which species are thriving this year?

Tue, 09:08

White-tailed bumblebee in the Wildlife Garden at Kingcombe, photo credit: Cat Bolado

The State of Nature Report has set alarm bells ringing across the land. Sally Welbourn of Dorset Wildlife Trust looks at some of the local winners and losers in the fight for survival

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Funding in place for Wild Brownsea

Monday, November 4, 2019 Helen Stiles

One of the resident red squirrels on Brownsea Island

The funding will help to deliver exciting new facilities that will enable visitors from all walks of life to enjoy Brownsea Island

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Everything you need to know about blackberry picking this autumn

Wednesday, September 11, 2019 Catherine Bolado

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

Catherine Bolado offers a fascinating insight into this age-old tradition, and explains why these juicy berries are so important for our local wildlife

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Wildlife to spot at night this summer

Monday, July 29, 2019 Catherine Bolado

Nightjar male displaying on a warm summer night, Photo Credit: David Tipling/2020VISION

From the churring call of the nightjar to colourful moths drawn to night-scented plants, there is plenty of wildlife to look and listen for after sunset

Words: Catherine Bolado

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