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by Trevor Bevins, Local Democracy Reporter.
Fresh planning decisions in Dorchester include a series of town centre conversion schemes, transport improvements and home extension proposals, with Dorset Council approving most applications.
Among the most notable approvals were twin permissions for 38 ...
by Trevor Bevins, Local Democracy Reporter.
A community gardening project in Dorchester is to hold an event next week (June 17) inviting ideas to help shape its future.
Volunteer Centre Dorset has taken over the running of the project, on a ...
Carers Week shines a light on unpaid carers’ wellbeing and local support
Unpaid carers across Dorset are being encouraged to recognise their caring role and find out what support is available to them during Carers Week 2026 (8–14 June).
The week highlights the importance of creating communities where carers feel understood, supported ...
Weymouth Football Club would like to announce the signing of Mitch Beardmore, subject to FA approval.
Mitch joins the Terras following the conclusion of his contract with Bath City.
Jason Matthews, Director of Football, had this to say:
“I’d like to say ...
Weymouth’s Gig Racing cancelled for the weekend
Idris Martin reporting.
The Cornish Pilot Gig Association Mixed Grand Prix that was scheduled to take place at the Weymouth and Portland National Saining Academy over the weekend has been cancelled due to safety concerns over the weather. The event ...
Dorchester Kite Festival POSTPONED
Dorchester Kite Festival, set to take place this Saturday 6th June, has unfortunately been postponed due to weather forecasts. A message from the Dorchester Kite Festival team:
“We’re very sorry to announce that the Dorchester Kite Festival, scheduled for this ...
Village Fete Hosts Hairy Coo guest stars
On Saturday 6th June from 1 – 4.30 pm, you are invited to this year’s Piddletrenthide and Plush Village Fete for a celebration of all things countryside!
A fun-filled day of activities is on offer, catering to all ages – ...
Recent news items
- Council celebrates achieving a “Good” Care Quality Commission rating for its Adult Social Care service
- Dorchester gateway site re-worked
- Dorchester North plans
- Dorset Museum & Art Gallery Launches Volunteer Recruitment Drive
- Whole town 20mph plan for Dorchester
- Dorset coast set for major gig racing weekend
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Below are the next 5 upcoming events. There’s much more in the Local Events Diary…
Thu 11 Jun
Evening Echoes: Bird and bat safari on Brownsea Island
7:20 pm to 10:30 pm
Location: Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, Poole, BH13 7EEA nocturnal safari looking at birds settling down for the evening there will also be bat detecting and we will be looking out for the mysterious nightjar. There will be plenty of moths on the wing too. There are 2 sailing times with the second boat leaving at 19.50 and returning at 22.50.
Contact: National Trust | 03442491895 | Email | Web | MapFri 12 Jun
Coffee morning and Bring and Buy
10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Location: Crossways Village Hall, Moigne Combe Road, Crossways, Dorchester, DT2 8JACoffee and get together and bring at buy at Crossways village hall. Raising money for charity.
Contact: The Loyal Hand in Hand Lodge of Oddfellows | 01305 853125 | MapSat 13 Jun
Vox Serenata Concert in Aid of Myeloma UK
Location: St. Nicholas Church, Dorchester Road (on the corner with Mill Street), Weymouth, DT3 5DN3pm (doors open at 2.30pm). Vox Serenata are performing a Vocal Concert with music from the Renaissance to the present day in aid of Myeloma UK & St. Nicholas Church Repair Fund. Tickets £10 p.p (children £4, Under 5’s Free). Includes tea, coffee & delicious home made cakes. Tickets available at the door – Cash Preferable or in advance via Susana. There’s a Raffle too.
Contact: St. Nicholas Church | 07944617553 | Email | MapSat 13 Jun
Messy Church
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Location: The Storehouse Church, Cambridge Road, Dorchester, DT1 2LRFree event open to all. Please note that this event is for parent/carers to attend and stay with their children. To confirm your space or for more information please email or phone as per the links below.
Contact: The Storehouse Church | 01305267045 | Email | Web | MapSat 13 Jun to Sun 14 Jun
Puddletown Open Gardens
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Location: St Mary’s Church (tickets/maps), The Square, Puddletown, DT2 8FYPuddletown Open Gardens returns this coming weekend, with a colourful mix of over 15 interesting and varied gardens to visit, (one includes a model railway). There are tours of St Mary’s Church Bell Tower (T&C’s & weather permitting), stalls, refreshments, children’s quiz, village history display and live music. Hosted by Friends of Puddletown Church. £5 entry covers both days – under 12’s free. Free parking in Doctors Surgery Car Park.
Contact: Puddletown Open Gardens | 07802 280997 | Email | MapOn demand, at your convenience
Celebrating the Thomas Hardy Victorian Fair 2026 – audio and photos
The 31st May 2026 saw another Thomas Hardy Victorian Fair held in Dorchester. In a change from previous events the main venue for the music, displays and stallholders was South Street. Our reporter Peter Foster attended the event and ...
New ‘quirky’ shop opens in Dorchester
A new shop has opened up in Dorchester’s South Street. It has the unusual name of ‘Work the Quirk’. Andy Worth was intrigued and went along to speak to one of the proprietors, Erin Holden, to find out more…
Countryside Matters 63, 25.05.26
The North Dorset Beekeepers Association has just recently opened a splendid shiny new bee centre on the edge of Shillingstone, and Ian Condon told Jenny about what the Centre is for • Bob Maurer cut the ribbon to officially ...
Another taster of David Taylor’s Saturday show on Keep 106 called DT@1 which is broadcast on Saturdays at 1:00 pm. (for the uninitiated DT1 is the post code for Dorchester….see what we did there 🤦♀️) Enjoy the show…
Reporting from the Dorchester Annual Town Meeting
On 8th May Dorchester Town Council held the Annual Town Meeting in the Corn Exchange. This was a chance for members of the public to meet local Dorchester Town Councillors and hear more about the work of the Town ...
A live session with guitarist Paul Sundt
Paul Sundt has been on Andy Senior’s list of prospective guests for quite some time. With around 25 years of experience as a professional guitarist, musician and tutor, Paul brings both talent and passion to everything he does. If ...
