Tim Beer, a 67-year-old heritage enthusiast, is on a mission to reinstate historic boundary posts from 1909 that once marked the line between Somerset and Dorset. These roadside heritage signs, some dating back to the 1700s, …
A dedicated heritage enthusiast, Tim Beer, 67, is on a mission to reinstate a set of historic boundary posts dating from 1909 between Somerset and Dorset, with the intention of preserving an important part of the UK’s …
A hosepipe ban has been introduced, impacting approximately 1.4 million water customers across Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire. This measure is aimed at conserving water supplies amid ongoing dry conditions. The restrictions …
Wessex Water has enforced a hosepipe ban across Somerset, Wiltshire and Dorset, effective from midnight, marking the first such restriction in 50 years. This measure comes amid weeks of hot and dry weather contributing to a …
Wessex Water has introduced a hosepipe ban affecting many areas across Somerset, Wiltshire, and Dorset, marking the company’s first such restriction in five decades. The ban, which commenced at midnight, impacts approximately …
A much-loved theme park situated just 90 minutes from Somerset in Christchurch, Dorset, closed its doors after a decade of delighting visitors, leaving behind a site that is now almost unrecognisable. The attraction became a …
Located in Christchurch, Dorset, just a 90-minute journey from Somerset, the once-loved theme park Tucktonia has closed its gates permanently after a decade of operation. This family-favourite attraction, which drew visitors …
A cherished theme park located in Christchurch, Dorset, just 90 minutes from Somerset, has closed its doors after a decade of operation, leaving many surprised by how much the site has changed. Known as Tucktonia, this …
A mechanic who scammed 20 customers out of thousands of pounds by accepting payments for car repairs he never completed has been sentenced to prison. Mark Douglas Lowe, 47, pleaded guilty to offences under the Companies Act …
Tourists are amazed to find that just two hours from Somerset lies Man O' War Beach, a hidden gem boasting crystal-clear turquoise waters and stunning natural beauty. This picturesque beach proves you don’t need to fly abroad …
Tourists are astonished to discover a breathtaking beach with crystal-clear waters only two hours from Somerset. Man O' War Beach, nestled on Dorset’s iconic Jurassic Coast, reveals that a tropical getaway is closer than you …
A man in his 20s was left seriously injured after a violent assault outside the Waitrose store located at Chantry Fields in Gillingham, Dorset, near the Somerset border. Dorset Police received a report at 6:37 pm on Saturday, …
Durdle Door, the breathtaking limestone arch on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, is renowned as one of the South West’s top seaside destinations. Its dramatic coastline and stunning beach attract crowds, especially on sunny days. …
Durdle Door, the iconic natural limestone arch on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, is famed for its breathtaking views and picturesque beach. Yet, during recent hot weather, a visitor found herself stuck in an unexpected queue—not to …
Ross John McFadyen, a 47-year-old from Templecome, Somerset, has been sentenced to two years and three months in prison for intentionally strangling a woman and attempting to pressure her into changing her police statement. …