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Looking back | Roger Guttridge – 5th May 1950 to 8th August 2023

Readers of The BV will be saddened to hear of the death of Roger Guttridge, the Dorset writer and local historian whose articles have...

David John Rose – Obituary

David John Rose died peacefully at home on Tuesday 6th June 2023.  He is survived by his wife, Isabel, and his children; Heloise, Megan,...

In memory of my friend, Nick Fisher

The BV’s Andrew Livingston remembers his mentor, BAFTA-winning writer, chef and, most of all, fisherman Nick Fisher, who passed away this month Since I heard...

Philip Hart 1958 – 2022

‘I’ll always remember his infectious laugh and wicked sense of humour’ “We are sad to say ‘farewell’ to a community-minded employer, a stalwart of local...

Richard Batterham – Obituary

Richard Batterham, of Durweston, was one of the most revered potters of his time.27th March 1936 - 7th September 2021 It was Donald Potter and...

Brian Philip Harvey ‘Harve’

27th October 1931 - 3rd July 2021 Brian was born at the Nags Head Inn, Mappowder as the middle son of Edward and Laura Harvey.He...

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No lions were harmed in the making of this safari …

From racing clubs to Pony Club safaris, it’s been tours with tea and snoozy foals (and sausage rolls) for Doug Procter, with one final...

The BV puzzles – January 2026

Welcome to January's BV Puzzles page – your free spot for a quick brain workout. Complete the crossword, test your logic with a classic...

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