Bournemouth Echo

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth canoe sprinter to race for Great Britain on international stage
A Bournemouth canoe sprinter is taking life a day at a time to be a better father, businessman, and athlete as he prepares to race for Great Britain.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:35:00 +0100
Inside the deadly Hampshire 'spy school' that inspired a Guy Ritchie movie
Dramatic true story of Beaulieu Estate in the New Forest, which served as a top-secret training ground for WWII spies learning ungentlemanly warfare.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:37:27 +0100
A31 closure continues for 11th day
The A31 remains closed for an 11th day after a van fire spread to nearby heathland on August 9.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth MP welcomes free 24/7 bus travel for eligible disabled people
Tom Hayes MP has welcomed new Government action to give eligible disabled people across England free bus travel 24/7 from April 1, 2027.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Vikki Slade MP welcomes scrapping of disabled bus pass restrictions
Vikki Slade, MP for Mid Dorset and North Poole, has welcomed the Government’s decision to scrap time restrictions on disabled people’s bus passes

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Historic First World War Indian Army exhibition finds new home at MP's office
A new exhibition is shining a light on the forgotten history of Indian Army soldiers cared for in Bournemouth during the First World War

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:51:17 +0100
Damage to specialist disabled toilet in Bournemouth cost nearly £6,000
Nearly £6,000 of damage was caused to a specialist toilet for people with severe disabilities in Bournemouth town centre.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:37:05 +0100
Boat catches fire before sinking in early hours
A boat caught fire and later sank off the coast in the early hours of the morning.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:06:12 +0100
Girl, 13, reported missing has been found
A missing 13-year-old girl has been found.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:15:44 +0100
£2.8m country house with tennis court in exclusive New Forest estate for sale
An exclusive Hampshire country house set in eight and a half acres in one of the New Forest's most sought-after enclaves could be yours for £2.8 million.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:07:52 +0100
'Painful' A31 closure hits traders hard but New Forest still open for business
Traders hit hard by the 'painful' ongoing closure of the A31 road following a major fire say the New Forest is still open for business.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:00:28 +0100
‘Apocalyptic’ aftermath captured as crews work reopen A31
Drone footage shows crews working to reopen the “apocalyptic” A31 after a wildfire in the New Forest

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cult film season celebrating youth culture coming to Poole venue from next month
This autumn, Lighthouse Poole prepares to RIP IT UP, exploring and celebrating the changing face of youth rebellion, culture and expression in the UK.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset volunteer recognised for his contributions to disability football
Chris King, founder of Jurassic Chargers FC, was named New Volunteer of the Year at the England Football Grassroots Football Awards

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Report reveals BCP neighbourhoods with the biggest changes in property prices
A new report has revealed the neighbourhoods across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole (BCP) with the biggest changes in property prices

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth Water calls on their customers to reduce their water usage
Bournemouth Water is asking customers to use water wisely by making small water-saving changes at home.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Poole gears up for the return of popular Seafood & Sounds Festival next month
A celebration of seafood, music, and maritime heritage is set to return as Seafood & Sounds festival will take place in Poole on September 12 and September 13

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New careers guide highlights opportunities for school leavers in the South West
School leavers in the South West are being encouraged to consider careers in the building materials supply sector

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New tinnitus support group to hold first meeting at Poole care home tonight
The Poole Tinnitus Support Group will hold its first meeting tonight, Wednesday, August 19, at Upton Bay Care Home in Poole

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Candid Divorce Lawyer column: 'Can I stop my ex from seeing the children?'
If you asked me to name the three questions every family solicitor hears most, they would be: “Can I force my ex out of the house?”, “Can I keep my pension because I earnt it?”, and, my personal favourite, “Can I stop my ex from seeing the ...

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Care software company in Bournemouth secures strategic growth investment
Bournemouth-based Nourish Care, a leading provider of software for the UK social and community care sector, has received strategic growth investment from Hg

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth music shop to host mini-festival showcasing original talent
A mini-festival is set to showcase the original talents of Bournemouth’s music scene later this month.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset author to publish biography about lesser-known Elizabethan privateer
The Queen's Pirate: The Triumphant Life and Tragic End of Thomas Cavendish, Elizabethan Privateer, by Iain Gateley, uncovers the life of Thomas Cavendish.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Letter: 'The product of nanny state and socialism'
Do you enjoy having a bet? I did, but in recent times both Corals in Broadstone, and Ladbrokes on Canford Heath have closed.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New planning framework strengthens protections for children’s play opportunities
Tom Hayes MP, Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Play, has welcomed changes that protect playgrounds in planning policy.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Santa approves earlier-than-ever bookings for Winter Wonderland experiences
Stewarts Garden Centres will begin selling tickets for its Santa’s Winter Wonderland on September 1, giving families more time to plan their festive visit.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Youth training charity in Dorset awarded National Lottery grant of £15,000
Poole Sea Cadets awarded a £15,000 National Lottery grant to help sustain youth training and community engagement across Poole and the surrounding area.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Family matters as poet bangs the drum for Sanctuary space at Poole venue
Antosh Wojcik is developing Suburban Locust, a show combining drums and sound design, during the Sanctuary artist development residency at Lighthouse Poole.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Poole's iconic lava lamp maker backs clearer labelling for British-made goods
Mathmos, based in Poole and known for inventing the lava lamp, supports the idea that shoppers should be able to easily identify products made in the UK.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Christmas lights to return to Bournemouth after £60,000 funding approved
Christmas lights will return to four areas of Bournemouth this year after the town council approved nearly £60,000 in funding

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Jesmond Wood site in Christchurch to be sold at public auction with £750k guide price
A piece of land in Christchurch which is at the centre of a long-running development dispute is up for sale at a public auction

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Poole man caught carrying pepper spray - In the Dock
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Christchurch salon team named third best in UK at national awards
A hair salon team from Christchurch is celebrating after scooping national awards at a major industry event.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Fire service receives more than 2,000 calls in one week amid wildfire outbreak
The fire service received more than 2,000 calls in a week after a major incident was declared in the New Forest, where three fires were believed to have been started deliberately.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Missing passport halts travel plans for Bournemouth family
A missing passport has put travel plans on hold for a family living in Bournemouth.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Wind farm tycoon caught with child abuse images after asking shop to wipe hard drive
A wind farm tycoon was exposed for having child porn after he went into a Bournemouth computer repair shop and asked them to wipe his hard drives.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Infant school suffers thousands of pounds of damage after three break-ins
A Poole infant school has seen three break-ins in the space of a week, leaving classrooms vandalised and supplies destroyed.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Wrecked 16th century Priest’s House on wildlife reserve is to be renovated
A WRECKED 16th century Priest’s House on a Dorset wildlife reserve is to be renovated.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:40:44 +0100
Drivers face £100,000 in costs for breaking motorway rule introduced 12 years ago
A total of 378 drivers across England and Wales have been convicted this year after being caught by motorway cameras driving in closed lanes.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:40:10 +0100
Queen Camilla reveals 'difficult' experience of keeping big secret for King Charles
Queen Camilla has spoken publicly for the first time about the emotional strain of keeping the King’s cancer diagnosis secret.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:39:10 +0100
Popular homeware brand to launch new second-hand marketplace in the UK
The IKEA marketplace will allow people to upload photos of their old IKEA items to sell.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:38:17 +0100
Pet owners warned as popular dog food brand recalled after reports of eye issues
Years has recalled its Signature Meals, which are stocked at major brands Pets at Home and Just for Pets.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:37:12 +0100
UK salmonella outbreak kills 1 and affects 200 more and 'could be linked to eggs'
A salmonella outbreak has killed one person and affected 200 more in the UK over the last year.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:36:24 +0100
Ryanair passengers issued warning about checking in or risk paying £55 fine
Ryanair will charge you if you do not check in online before arriving at the airport.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:35:48 +0100
Popular streaming platform's prices to rise by up to £24 a year from next week
Paramount+ customers can expect their bill to increase by up to £2 per month and £24 per year, according to reports.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:35:02 +0100
BBC 'confirms' Strictly Come Dancing start date, Blackpool week and 2026 final
The BBC has reportedly "confirmed" the 2026 start date for Strictly Come Dancing.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:26:02 +0100
UK salmonella outbreak kills 1 and affects 200 more and 'could be linked to eggs'
A salmonella outbreak has killed one person and affected 200 more in the UK over the last year.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 06:24:17 +0100
Nigella Lawson gives update on future as she admits she is 'a bit nervous'
Nigella Lawson has given an update on he future, saying she is “a bit nervous” about her latest work as a judge on The Great British Bake Off

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:09:59 +0100
Almost 5,000 jobs lost at Bradford supermarket chain Morrisons amid cost-cutting
Morrisons, headquartered in Bradford, reported the reductions in its latest financial accounts.

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:05 +0100
Calls for cheaper parking at Forestry England sites
A councillor wants cheaper parking for New Forest residents, saying current costs are pricing out pensioners and low-income families.

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