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The truth behind the rumours

Following a local outcry based on inaccurate information, BV editor Laura spoke to Luke Rake, principal of Kingston Maurward college about the rumours News that...

Highest honour in motorsport recognises local man’s bravery

Steve Tarrant, who suffered life-changing injuries at Goodwood in 2000, has been awarded for his courage and commitment. Rachael Rowe reports ‘You haven’t seen the...

Should second home owners pay a premium on Council Tax in Dorset?

Second homeowners may soon see council tax double in Dorset – but is that good for the county’s residents? Rachael Rowe reports Coastal towns have...

Shaftesbury Business Awards -Winners 2023

Congratulations to all the winners of the Shaftesbury Business Awards 2023 Family Business Winner - La Fleur de Lys (http://www.lafleurdelys.co.uk/) Award Sponsor - Shaftesbury Town...

Are you ready for Dorset’s first country show of 2023?

After the wildly successful launch of the Spring Countryside Show last year, it is back at the Turnpike showground in April With over 10,000 visitors...

The Vale Pantry can now bring the Pantry services to you

Almost 340 struggling local families are currently being supported by the Vale Pantry – and the team of volunteers are only too aware that...

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This is your sign to enter

Everything you need to know about veteran showing – as told by someone towed round the ring by a veteran with delusions of youth...

November issue of The BV is here 🙂

Council tax bailiffs, Dorset COP, falconry, farming, foxes and fierce debate – November’s BV is packed with stories of real Dorset life. Free to...

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