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The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (BSO) is gearing up for a series of performances across the South West

Waverley, the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer, will offer cruises from September 3 to September 22 as part of its South Coast and Isle of Wight programme.

Specsavers Poole is supporting a fundraising initiative inspired by a 7-year-old girl with a rare genetic condition that causes seizures and affects mobility

Corfe Castle turns into a medieval playground this September, with a month of knights, crafts, free entry weekend and open fire cooking

Poole Accident Repair is proud to announce that it has been named a finalist in the Greener Bodyshop Awards 2026

The Raw Wall Collective will present the art exhibition at the Gallery Upstairs in Upton Country Park, Poole, on Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4.

The National Trust has announced a range of upcoming events set to take place across Dorset from September to mid-November.

Serenity Parks has acquired three residential parks from long-standing operator John Romans, expanding its presence across Dorset and Hampshire.

The New Forest and Jurassic Coast have been identified as the UK's top picturesque cycling routes from new research by Cycleplan.

The Back to Back 20th anniversary tour will see the Amy Winehouse Band perform at Lighthouse Poole on November 28.

Julie Furness at Hays Travel Poole is celebrating 40 years of making dreams come true for holidaymakers in Dorset.

Holy Rood church in Shillingstone, Dorset celebrates roof repair after three years of worry and one collapsed roof

Stilt walkers, jugglers and a laser light finale will bring festive sparkle to this year's Christmas lights switch-on.

Wet Wet Wet announce 2027 UK tour celebrating 40 years since debut album Popped In Souled Out, including Poole date and classic hits like Wishing I Was Lucky.

The popular Weymouth Parkrun is returning but organisers have warned 'we won't be back' without help

Dramatic history of A31 through the New Forest, from the construction of its concrete underpasses to the failed 2007 plot to extend the M27.

Four primary schools across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole will be introducing new Special Educational Needs provision this school year.

Plans to build 10 homes on greenfield land have been thrown out amid fears they would harm the countryside.

Fugitive doctor Walid Ahmed is erased from the medical register after fleeing his prison sentence. Discover the shocking details of the tribunal’s decision.

The following cases were heard in Poole Magistrates' Court:

These old photos show the world-famous beauty spot of Lulworth Cove over the years

Purbeck Cider launches People’s Choice cider in Dorset, donating £1 per litre sold to Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. Community-grown apples support charity.

Plans for a new 'build your own' waterfront home with panoramic views have been approved for a site in Dorset

Dorset is the location for Mike Leigh's Play For Today, Nuts in May, which is free to watch on BBC iPlayer

A YouTube video provides an insightful look at Brownsea Island in 1962.

Only Fools and Horses repeats are as popular as ever this Christmas - but did you know that the classic BBC comedy was not once, but twice filmed in Dorset?

Sandbanks Ferry staff were 'verbally abused' by passengers during a temporary suspension.

Hundreds of jobs are to be created at a holiday park as part of a major nationwide investment.