Category: News

All the latest news from the monthly digital Blackmore Vale magazine. Collected from across the Blackmore Vale and Dorset.

News rounds ups of the most popular features, and important local news items between issues.

We endeavour to bring you news that is important to you. Things that are hapening on your doorstep, things that affect your daily lives.

We aim to provide interesting articles and reports on subjects that are both intersting and informative.

The Blackmore Vale magazine news section is kept fresh and up to date by our local reporters and news desk items.

If you have a news story tah you think is worth sharing, then get in touch with the editor on [email protected]

Dorset community news

A new market for Shaftesbury

With entertainment and dozens of artisan goods and food stalls, the monthly event will boost tourism and trade, says Rachael Rowe Who doesn’t enjoy the...

11 May 2023

News

Lewis-Manning Hospice Care’sKing’s Coronation Tea Party!

Thursday 11th May 2023 - 2pm-4pm 56 Longfleet Road Poole, BH15 2JD Help us to celebrate this moment in history with our community and volunteers. Enjoy...

8 May 2023

Dorset Charity

Small shop, big heart, long week

The Vale Pantry in Sturminster Newton is a new breed of community service, offering food and practical help to those who are struggling Tucked away...

8 May 2023

Dorset Farming

Breathtaking views are a farmer’s nightmare

Dorset’s ancient hill forts may offer stunning views to their thousands of visitors, but they bring a challenge for farmers. By Andrew Livingston With the...

7 May 2023

News

Why Dorset is becoming a no-go area for disposable barbecues

Banned in Dorset on council land, disposable barbecues still pose an ever-increasing fire and environmental risk. Rachael Rowe reports The fires that tore through Wareham...

6 May 2023

Book Corner

Win tickets to SturLitFest!

Attention, book lovers! The Sturminster Newton Literary Festival is back, and this year it's bigger and better than ever! The festival is expanding to...