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Embracing winter blooms

Winter wonders in the garden: Charlotte Tombs discovers Dorset’s resilient blooms that brighten the gloomiest months We are lucky in the south of England with...

Time to brave the composting

It’s December, but there’s always something to be done. And now’s the perfect time to finally work out composting, says gardener Pete Harcom This month...

Feeling the season turn | The Voice of the Allotment

This year’s supermarket Brussels sprouts might be on the small side – but the homegrown ones are doing just fine, says Barry Cuff A report...

A hub of Christmas fun!

A Winter Wonderland experience, seasonal workshops and children’s craft sessions … create some memories with Christmas at Thorngrove There’s no putting it off any longer...

Handpicked brilliant gifts for your gardener!

What CAN you buy for the gardener in your life? Don’t fret – local flower farmer Charlotte Tombs has the answer! It’s my best Christmas...

A hub of winter fun!

Good times at Thorngrove: join us for festive fun, Breakfast with Santa, craft sessions, and more! Making memories in our cosy community hub By the...

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It’s all about growth

From follicle measurements to inspecting a placenta, BTEC students got stuck into the science and reality of foaling season at TGS this month At last,...

A budget that left West Dorset colder

Last week saw Rachel Reeves make her Budget announcement. It was a botched opportunity to address some of the fundamentals and raise money through...