Reevaluating Poole: A Surprising Spring Holiday Hotspot Saturday, April 5, 2025 poole dorset spring holiday destination uk coastal town tourism transformation I recently received an email that left me feeling rather bewildered. According to the UK holiday provider Independent Cottages, Poole in Dorset has experienced a staggering 494% surge in spring holiday inquiries, making it … Read More
Discovery of Prehistoric Burial Site Predating Stonehenge in Dorset Saturday, March 8, 2025 prehistoric burial ancient site dorset flagstones stonehenge monument radiocarbon analysis Archaeological research on the prehistoric Dorset burial site called Flagstones has revealed it to be the earliest large circular enclosure in Britain. Situated near Dorchester, the monument has been redated to around 3,200 … Read More
New 'Tasting Barn' and Visitor Centre Planned for Vineyard Saturday, January 18, 2025 wine vineyard redevelopment dorset tasting visitor centre proposal farm halstock A partnership known as Halstock Ridge Vineyard has submitted an application to Dorset Council for the construction of a ‘tasting barn’ and visitor centre at Border Farm, Closworth Road, Halstock. The proposed … Read More
Former Gourmet Food and Drink Shop Set to Become New Homes Tuesday, November 12, 2024 gourmet drink shop homes renovation dorset residential conversion permitted development planning consent The Old Dairy at Over Compton, a once renowned gourmet food and drink supplier in Dorset, is seeking approval to transform its premises into residential properties. The former Trencherman’s shop intends to convert its retail … Read More
Increased Water Bills for Somerset Residents Thursday, September 19, 2024 somerset dorset water bills homes phosphates mitigation waste water treatment plants lura taxpayers Residents of Somerset could potentially face higher water bills to accommodate the construction of new homes in Dorset, as revealed by a local councillor. Both Somerset and Dorset have encountered delays in building thousands … Read More
Experience the Breathtaking Charm of the Jurassic Coast Sunday, August 18, 2024 coastal walk beach cliffs jurassic coast charmouth golden cap dorset wild swim views As the desire for coastal getaways surges in the summer, Somerset residents are privileged to have access to some of the most stunning shorelines, including the magnificent Jurassic Coast in Dorset. A trip from the charming … Read More