Category: Dorset community news

A century of service

Dorset’s longest-serving councillors – Stella Jones and Robert Corben talk to Rachael Rowe about 50 years of commitment to their communities Two Dorset residents are...

A whirlwind tour of all that’s coming up in Sturminster Newton this month

Pauline Batstone shares her monthly round up of what’s happening among the town’s collection of community enterprises and events The Boutique, The Emporium and 1855...

Ready for Rev Offs?

The ultimate Classic & Supercar Sunday returns to Clayesmore this month, and with more than 650 cars on display it’s set to be a...

First time renting tips

A local expert from Citizen’s Advice provides timely tips on consumer issues. Q: ‘I’m moving house and will be renting somewhere on my own for...

Village rallies to save historic school

In the heart of Winterborne Stickland, a village community is rallying to save a piece of their village’s history. The Stickleberries pre-school and day...

Sherborne’s new Community Hub and café

Thanks to generous donations and support from many local groups and charities, Sherborne Primary School opened their new Community Hub building in June. The...

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In the stable, not the spotlight

Jackie Potts on the quiet graft, deep knowledge and sheer love of horses that built one of Britain’s most respected grooming careers Not many people...

How Dorset Villages Are Keeping Traditional Pub Games Alive

Across the Blackmore Vale's village pubs skittle alleys are being swept clean, dartboards rehung, and cribbage cards shuffled again on Tuesday evenings. Far from...