Spring and summer are ideal seasons for countryside trips, and Nether Compton in Dorset stands out as a hidden gem worthy of exploration. Tucked away on a quiet country lane, this picturesque village remains a serene escape …
Spring and summer are ideal seasons for countryside adventures, and Nether Compton is a village that should be on every traveler’s radar. Tucked away in Dorset’s rolling countryside, this hidden gem offers a serene escape …
A new housing development of 32 homes is being proposed for a greenfield site in the small village of Milborne Port, located on the Somerset-Dorset border. The site, situated south of Court Lane near Sherborne, lies on the …
Early Friday morning, an overturned lorry has caused the closure of the A35 between Bere Regis and the junction to Sugar Hill Road. Firefighters from Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service responded promptly to the …
An 18-year-old man tragically lost his life, and two others sustained serious injuries following a single-vehicle crash in Dorset on the evening of Wednesday, February 18. Dorset Police reported receiving an emergency call at …
As a child, I lived in a quiet hamlet near Wimborne in Dorset, just a stone’s throw from the deserted and crumbling Knowlton Church—a medieval site shrouded in ghost stories. Although I seldom visited as a kid, once I left …
As a child, I lived near a remote hamlet close to Wimborne in Dorset, less than a mile from Knowlton Church, a medieval ruin steeped in legend. Though I rarely visited the church back then, my fascination with its haunted …
Durdle Door, the iconic natural limestone arch on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast near West Lulworth, draws over half a million visitors each year. While its beauty is undeniable, the heavy crowds can detract from the experience. For …
As winter fades and spring approaches, many Brits are eager to enjoy some sunshine and fresh air closer to home. If a UK staycation is on your agenda, Lyme Regis—often called England’s “prettiest seaside town”—should be at …
Thomas Betteridge, aged 20, has been convicted of manslaughter for the second time after the tragic death of 18-year-old Cameron Hamilton. The fatal stabbing occurred in Bournemouth town centre on August 5, 2023. At …
A pregnant woman was seriously injured and hospitalised last week after being struck by an electric bike in Dorset. The collision occurred on Monday, January 26, at approximately 3:50 pm in Poole, near the junction of Herbert …
Flooding continues to disrupt travel in Somerset and Dorset, with numerous roads still blocked following days of relentless rainfall. Despite efforts to clear affected areas, heavy rain has persisted, overwhelming drainage …
An 80-year-old moped rider has tragically died following a crash on a residential street in Christchurch, Dorset. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, February 1, involving a green Vespa scooter. Emergency services were …
A wheelie bin originating from Alabama, America, has astonishingly washed up on Bowleaze Cove, a beach in Weymouth, Dorset, after drifting across the Atlantic Ocean for nearly four years. Ryan Stalker, a 46-year-old engineer …
The South West is grappling with widespread flooding as Storm Chandra unleashes heavy rain and strong winds across the region. Numerous roads are now closed, creating significant travel disruptions and safety hazards for …