Rare Studland bats get extra protection to keep roosting sites safe
RARE bats in Studland have been given an additional layer of protection to ensure they are left alone while…
Coastguard teams brave strong winds to rescue woman after allergic reaction on Swanage cliffs
COASTGUARD teams battled strong winds and dangerous conditions as they scrambled to assist a woman who suffered an allergic…
Dorset back on screens for BBC Winterwatch
DORSET is back on TV as BBC nature show Winterwatch returns. Hosts Michaela Strachan, Chris Packham and Iolo Williams have…
Reminder to keep dogs on lead after pet falls off Old Harry Rocks
A DOG was rescued by a coastguard rescue team after it fell 120 foot from a cliff in Purbeck…
Weather warning in place as 75mph winds expected across the south west
A STORMY start to 2025 is on the cards after a weather warning was issued for the south west. The…
Plans for new holiday cottages and shepherd huts at Langton Matravers
TWO holiday cottages and two shepherd huts could be developed on a landmark property near Langton Matravers, if plans…
Swanage in the running to be 2026 Town of Culture
SWANAGE is one of four towns across Dorset shortlisted to be the 2026 Town of Culture. The winning town will…
Emergency response at Sandbanks, Poole after man seen in water
SANDBANKS in Poole saw a big emergency services presence this morning (December 17) after a man was seen in…
Fresh weather warnings for Dorset as Storm Bert approaches
PEOPLE in Dorset are being urged to prepare for bad weather as Storm Bert approaches this weekend. The Met Office…
Thieves target Poole Lifeboat Station’s iconic mine collection box – again
POOLE Lifeboat Station is pleading for thieves to stop breaking into their iconic collection box. The collection box, first positioned…