With an English ash writing desk inspired by Monty Don’s potting bench, shelves for well-thumbed garden books and an armchair for that all-important afternoon nap, the latest design from Dorset hutmakers Plankbridge evokes the heady, bucolic atmosphere of the Victorian bothy but with all the comforts of the modern age. Created in collaboration with the […]
Primary school children could be in with the chance of meeting the Red Arrows at the Bournemouth Air Festival by designing their own paper aeroplane. The competition aims to inspire the next generation of children in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole into STEM (Science Technology, Engineering and Maths). All primary schools that enter will be invited […]
Celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III and The Queen Consort with live screenings, music and street parties on the second May Bank Holiday and soak up the vibrant atmosphere across three towns. On Saturday 6 May, The Coronation Ceremony conducted by The Archbishop of Canterbury from Westminster Abbey, will be broadcast on big screens […]
BBC TV gardening presenter, Frances Tophill, has presented awards to design teams and horticulture students behind some show-stopping gardens and displays at the BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair at Beaulieu. The Spring Fair’s first ever inter-horticultural college competition was won by students from Kingston Maurward College in Dorset. The college team won Best College Garden […]
The Mary Anning Space to Learn Garden by Julie and Andrew Haylock is inspired by the famous fossil hunter Mary Anning, from Lyme Regis. Born into poverty, Mary’s gender, standing in society and lack of formal education was a barrier to her being fully credited for her geological discoveries that would provide important evidence of […]
On Sunday 26 and Monday 27 February, a rare sighting of the Aurora Borealis, the Northern Lights, was delighting people in Dorset. Although difficult to see with the naked eye, with a camera much more detail of the stunning display can be picked up. What causes the display? The Aurora Borealis is only visible in […]
Blue Plaques detailing Christchurch’s key landmarks and historical figures have been lovingly restored. Founded by the Christchurch History Society and community members in 2000, the Blue Plaque Millennium Trail was designed to help visitors and residents discover more about the market town’s fascinating history and the people who helped shape the town. These include 19th […]
This year’s Bournemouth Bay Run is set to bring a sense of quirky fun to the bay as they celebrate 40 years since runners, back in 1983, donned their neon headbands and made the run an annual event. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Bournemouth’s famous seven-mile stretch of golden sand, the 40th Bournemouth Bay […]
Dorset artist Simon Gudgeon, one of Britain’s leading contemporary sculptors, is creating a key piece of art for The RSPCA Garden which will be shown at RHS Chelsea Flower Show in May. Simon is well known for his stunning animal sculptures and this piece will feature otters playing. The bespoke bronze is inspired by rescue […]
With headline acts spanning from the iconic Grace Jones to chart-topping Craig David Presents TS5 and indie favourites The Kooks, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Arguably one of the hottest acts of the year, Confidence Man will bring their uniquely feel-good party anthems to Dorset, whilst pop icons Melanie C and Sophie Ellis-Bextor also […]
