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Bees to borders – February’s jobs

February’s the last month to really prep the winter garden for spring, says Pete Harcom, and it’s time for some tidying up and getting...

Gardening in the Blackmore Vale: Tips for Growing Local Flower Varieties

The Blackmore Vale, nestled in the heart of Dorset, is a region known for its rolling green landscapes, charming villages, and a deep connection...

December diary | The Voice of the Allotment

At the end of December, Val and I had had our allotment for 36 years. We originally took on 90 square meters back in...

Plan, prune, plant… there’s sow much to do this January

January’s where it all starts again in the garden, says Pete Harcom, and it’s a perfect time for some plotting and planning, as well...

Seize the (nice) days!

It may be midwinter, but Pete Harcom says there’s still plenty you can do in the garden if you happen to get a decent...

The Voice of the Allotment: November diary

Barry Cuff takes a look back at what happened on his Sturminster Newton plot over the last month We lost a good friend at the...

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School’s out for summer

With 68 wins and a personal best for Joe, it’s finally turnout time at the Tizzard Yard – and the spring pressure-washing begins … The...

A Short History of Dorset’s Seaside Arcades from Penny Falls to Pocket Screens

There's a particular sound on Weymouth seafront once the summer crowds have gone home. Coins inch forward on a sliding shelf, hang over the...

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