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Poole MP's 'gold standard' bill to stop fox hunting published in full
Neil Duncan‑Jordan, the Labour MP for Poole, introduced the Hunting Act 2004 (Amendment) Bill to the House of Commons on Wednesday, July 15.
Poole road to temporarily close for nearly a month for highway maintenance works
Courthill Road, Poole, will close for highway maintenance from 27 July–21 August 2026. Diversions and parking restrictions apply. BCP Council update.
New Forest factory loved by Queen Mary sold animals worldwide
The guns of the Great War had barely fallen silent when Frank Whittington came to the New Forest and started making the pine toys which would make his name.
Wolves return to New Forest Wildlife Park for the first time since October 2024
New Forest Wildlife Park has welcomed a new pair of European grey wolves, marking the first time the animals have been at the park since October 2024.
Police searching for man who performed 'indecent act' in naturist beach section
A man has reportedly been committing acts of "outraging public decency" in the naturist section of Studland beach and Police are appealing for information.
National festival to host Dorset events celebrating the ancient and historic
A celebration of archaeology is set to spark curiosity and exploration across the South West.
Castles and vineyards to transform into open-air cinemas in Dorset this summer
Purbeck Film Festival returns for its 30th year from August 15 with open-air screenings across Purbeck's most extraordinary locations.
Nostalgic steam rally and family weekend to return to Dorset this month
The 'Roads to Rail' steam rally from Swanage Railway will take place from June 26 to June 28 near Norden station and Purbeck Park
Nearly 100 classic car enthusiasts given tours around popular Dorset museum
More than 40 pre-1957 Citroën vehicles visited Purbeck Mining Museum in Norden as part of the three-day Jurassic Coast Rally.
Long-serving CEO retires after nearly three decades of service
Helen Goldsack, chief executive of Citizens Advice East Dorset & Purbeck, has retired after 27 years with the organisation.
The Famous Five adventure returns to Purbeck for the first time in 80 years
For the first time in 80 years, Purbeck will welcome the return of the Famous Five through a collaboration between the National Trust and Blyton Books.
Golf club seniors captain fundraising for hospice charity in memory of his wife
Lewis-Manning Hospice Care has been selected as Charity of the Year by Isle of Purbeck Golf Club’s Seniors Captain, Stuart Hopkins.
