To conquer frustration
I came across a good quote recently from the author TF Hodge. He wrote From Within I Rise and in…
Looking ahead to autumn planting
As the temperatures start to fall and the ground starts to cool, autumn is the perfect time to anticipate…
Inspiring garden wildlife to flourish
Knoll Gardens in Wimborne is hoping to inspire gardeners to create ‘mini reserves’ that offer refuge and food for…
One hull of a find: rare medieval shipwreck is given special status
The remains of a medieval ship made from trees felled more than 750 years ago is one of three…
Even the weather is on song at ever popular music event
Purbeck Valley Folk Festival 2022 had a very special vibe, undoubtedly helped by sublime weather. Festival favourite Martha Tilston was…
Football club scores the winner at town parade
SWANAGE Town and Herston Football Club won best overall entry at the Swanage Carnival Sunday procession last month. The club…
Manor opens doors in aid of charity
Smedmore House, one of Dorset’s finest Georgian manor houses, is holding an open day in aid of Wessex Cancer…
New chapter for jewellery store
A NEW jeweller has moved into Purbeck, taking over the long-established Macrow and Son jewellers premises in Swanage. Eray Tetik…
Award for 30 years’ service
DECADES of contribution by a charity volunteer have been recognised with a prestigious award. Robin Sherwood has spent 30 years…
Model town marks its 70th birthday
WIMBORNE town crier Chris Brown gave a special cry to celebrate the 70th birthday of Wimborne Model Town. The occasion…