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Cycling & Hiking for MND in epic style!
Starting on Tuesday 22nd April a Weymouth man supported by his partner is embarking on an amazing journey from Land’s End to John O’ Groats to raise funds for Motor Neurone Disease.
But, for Paul Whitehead, it’s not just any ...
On Good Friday, Weymouth led their National League South visitors, Salisbury City, by 2 goals to nil at halftime, but following the break, the Terras conceded twice without adding to their total, making the final score Weymouth 2, Salisbury ...
The Great Dorset Beach Clean Sweeps the Coast
Dorset Council’s Litter Free Dorset Support Officer, Emma Jackson, has told KeeP 106 that the 35th Great Dorset Beach Clean has concluded with remarkable success, showcasing the power of community spirit and dedication to protecting our beautiful coastline. Over ...
Dorset pupils get their first pick of primary school
Families in Dorset are finding out which schools their young children will join in September, with the majority getting their choice.
From Wednesday April 16th parents and carers will be able to check their application to see whether they have ...
Sport Extra – West Dorset Indoor Cricket League report
Weymouth 155-2 beat Martinstown 150 by four wickets.
Weymouth clinched the West Dorset Indoor League Division One crown with a perfect record following a four-wicket win over Martinstown in the final at Redlands.
Having finished top of the group after victories ...
All welcome to attend the informal Annual Town Meeting
Dorchester Town Council is to hold the Annual Town Meeting on 9th May from 11 am to 1pm in the Corn Exchange.
The meeting is an opportunity for the public to see how local democracy is working by meeting local ...
Already relegated from the National League South, Weymouth had little more than pride to play for at Maidstone on Saturday. However, the Terras managed to deny the Stones all 3 league points with the game remaining goalless.
Dorchester moved back ...
Recent news items
- Lower end of Dorchester’s South Street now open for pedestrians
- Teenage cyclist airlifted to hospital with life-changing injuries after collision with van in Weymouth
- Protect yourself and your family this spring with COVID-19 vaccinations now available near you
- Dorset Police target road safety on the Chickerell to Bridport coast road
- 11th April – the deadline to apply for VE Day Street party road closure
- Weekend Sports Report
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What’s On, April 2025 and Easter Events
Sat 26 Apr
All aboard the Mary Rose – Courtlye Musick
Location: St Nicolas Church, Dorchester Road, Broadwey, Weymouth, DT3 5LW3:00 pm. Free concert with refreshments available. Henry VIII’s favourite ship – the Mary Rose – sank 480 years ago this year. His reign and the life of the Mary Rose coincide almost exactly. Discover more and hear music of the time played in costume by Courtlye Musick on instruments including the types found on board this remarkable ship. Donations invited to support Dorset Rural Music School and St Nicholas & St Lawrence Primary School.
Contact: Courtlye Musick | 01305854915 | Email | Web | MapSat 26 Apr
Choral Evensong
4:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Location: St Peter’s Church, High West Street, Dorchester, DT1 1XAYou are warmly invited to our monthly, cathedral-style service of Choral Evensong on Saturday 26th April at 4.30pm in St Peter’s Church, Dorchester. The music includes Purcell’s ‘I was glad’, the ‘Preces & Responses’ by Thomas Tomkins, Stanford’s ‘Evening Canticles in C’ by Vaughan Williams’s ‘Antiphon’. Admission is free and there is a glass of wine to follow. All are very welcome.
Contact: Music at St Peter’s | 01305250719 | Email | Web | MapThu 1 May
The Big Dorset May Day Family Ceilidh
Location: The Corn Exchange, High East Street, Dorchester, DT1 1HF5:30 pm & 7:30 pm till 10 pm. Come and celebrate May Day in traditional style with a modern twist in a new venture for this popular ceilidh band. Join Tatterdemalion, the band of the New Hardy Players, bringing to life traditional Dorset tunes enjoyed for over 200 years. With expert caller Angela Laycock to guide every move, it’s fun for all ages and no experience or partner is needed!
Contact: Dorchester Arts | 01305 266926 | Web | MapThu 8 May
Plant Sale in aid of the Children's Society
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
8 Grosvenor Road, Dorchester, DT1 2BBThis popular event in our fundraising calendar will be held at 8 Grosvenor Road, Dorchester. Any plant donations, in advance or on the day, will be gratefully received. Either deliver to Culliford Road or ring Annie Aldridge on 01305 269245 for collection. Thank you for your support.
Contact: Dorchester Branch of Children’s Society | 01305 269245 | Email | MapFri 9 May
EuroBal Wessex: Dorchester, No.27
Location: The Brownsword Hall, Pummery Square, Poundbury, DT1 3GW7 pm & 8pm till 10:30 pm. Join us for another friendly evening in Dorchester, a chance to dance to fine live music, and enjoy simple comforts in company. Bring a partner, an instrument, or just yourself and enjoy some Balfolk tunes and dances. Adults: £6, teenagers: £4, 12-and-unders: free. Cash honesty bowl on-the-door.
Contact: EuroBal Wessex | 07510282652 | Email | Web | MapOn demand, at your convenience
Giles Watts of the Dorset Climate Action Network talks about the Loders Community Energy Project – which will, it’s hoped – help Loders residents to have a reliable and lower-cost energy supply • Underwater photographer, filmmaker and Teaching Fellow ...
A recent guest in the studio was Gavin Roberts who talked about epilepsy awareness. Over 600,000 people in the UK have epilepsy with 40 different ways that a seizure can be triggered. As well as describing his experiences with ...
Stronghold Of Happiness – a radio play by a local author
KeeP 106 is proud to present its first radio play by a local author and performed by local actors.
‘Stronghold of Happiness’ by Devina Symes is performed by the New Hardy Players and members of other drama groups in Dorchester. ...
Reporting from the 1610 Sports Centre Open Day 2025
On 16th April Dorchester’s 1610 Sports Centre in Coburg Road held another open day when the venue held various free activities ranging from baby swim lessons to exercise classes and even bike marking with Dorset Police. Several other organisations ...
Our excellent fortnightly talk programme presented by Jenny Devitt featuring topics including farming, gardening, wildlife and the environment. In this programme: a taste of what’s to come in the Cerne Giant Festival which is nearly upon us • Toads ...
Our programme on all things countryside and the outdoors: farming, gardening, wildlife and the environment. ‘Countryside Matters’ brings you mostly Dorset topics but further afield, too. In this programme: The first butterflies of the year have been spotted. We’ll ...
