Category: Dorset community news

Leweston School awarded Royal College of Organists ‘gold standard’ accreditation

Leweston School has been awarded the Royal College of Organists’ highest level of accreditation, recognising excellence in organ teaching, performance and musical outreach. The accreditation...

Book now, stay later – respite care that empowers you to plan ahead

With the arrival of the new year, comes the desire to plan ahead for warmer days and trips away. Whilst the idea of a...

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance sets out plans for new base and provides update on second helicopter

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance (DSAA) has announced a series of developments aimed at strengthening its ability to meet rising demand and ensuring patients...

Metamorphosis theme for Dorset Art Prize

The 12th annual Dorset Art Prize is now open for entries, with Poole Museum announced as this year’s host venue. Founded in 2014 by Bournemouth...

Thank you

Jon Sloper reflects on the deeper power of ‘thank you’ – and why saying thank you may be one of the most human acts...

Hall & Woodhouse events team donates £253,000

Independent Dorset brewer Hall & Woodhouse (H&W) has announced a bumper year for its H&W Events team, donating an impressive £253,000 to local charities...

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Season Finale Thrills at Wincanton

The countdown is on to the final fixture of the 2025/26 season at Wincanton Racecourse, and it promises to end on a high.Join us...

The BV becomes Dorset Life – a new chapter begins

If you’ve been reading The BV for a while, you’ll know we’ve never stood still for long. What began in 2020 as a local,...