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Sturminster Cheese Festival

This weekend saw the return of the much-missed Sturminster Cheese Festival - and the crowds were out in force to celebrate, and of course...

Why we have food poverty in North Dorset

It’s almost a year since the first rural food pantry in England opened in Sturminster Newton. Back then, a lot of people were surprised...

The Bridleways We’re Losing – And What you Can Do About It.

How many of us have met barriers at the end of a bridlepath, usually where the Parish boundary has turned the route into a...

Young local wildlife photographer has first exhibition in Blandford

Jasmine’s Photographic Exhibition in Blandford It was the antlers that first caught Jasmine Shiner’s eye as she walked down Okeford Hill. Creeping closer, she waited...

The Ley lines of the Land

In search of the ley lines in Dorset. The early morning mist rises on Hambledon Hill, revealing the spectacular Blackmore Vale below it. It...

What do you get if you combine a dedicated volunteer with a leftover sandwich and a purpose built barn?

Owlets at Bere Marsh after 20 year Gap Who can fail to be inspired by the fluffy white face of a barn owl or the...

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Is this the ultimate pony?

Is the Connemara simply the best pony? Local breeder Kate Walters explains their appeal and introduces a couple of Connemara superstars The Connemara is a...

Autumn returns to Wincanton:racing, style … and festive fun

Wincanton Racecourse is gearing up for a thrilling few months of top-class National Hunt action, packed with style, charity and festive racing.This year’s iconic...

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