Wild camping on a beach in the UK might sound like a good idea but is it allowed or is it illegal? Here are the rules.

A LARGE-SCALE protest is set to take place in Bournemouth town centre, with police officers on stand-by.

Motorists in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole face delays due to roadworks, closures and temporary traffic signals on key routes throughout August.

Leaders have warned of the dangers posed by “self-appointed, unregulated” vigilantes patrolling the streets, urging that public safety be left to trained and authorised officials.

A BOURNEMOUTH restaurant is facing having its licence revoked after illegal workers were found at the premises.

The Students’ Union, a bastion of audacious ideas, pushed the limits of car-sharing to a comical level.

Guide dog puppies took a training trip on Swanage Railway to aid socialisation. Guide Dogs charity seeks Dorset volunteers for puppy raising. Find out more.

Dorset’s Healing Haven rebrands as The Loving Life Studio in Parkstone, expanding wellness classes with yoga, pilates, sound healing and spiritual dance.

RockReef and PierZip on Bournemouth Pier offer thrilling hen and stag dos with climbing walls, high ropes and the world’s first pier-to-shore zip wire.

Applicants are encouraged to propose schemes that tackle one or more of the six challenges faced by rural communities.

Champagne afternoon tea at Henstridge Airfield in September supports childhood cancer families. Join TeamTorri for live entertainment and charity fundraising.

Customers at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Lidl, Asda, Argos and more UK retailers have been issued with warnings to stop using products immediately

Network Rail’s electric vehicle fleet hits one million miles across southern England, cutting emissions by 285 tonnes. Net zero target set for 2050.

New Forest District Council local plan update: residents call for affordable housing, infrastructure, climate resilience and protection of New Forest character.

Drivers caught by these new AI powered speed cameras could face major fines on UK roads

PramaCare Dorset freezes home care prices until April 2026 amid cost of living crisis. Rated “outstanding” by CQC. New clients: 4 weeks for price of 3.

Children will also love the Fun, Food and Farming tent with lots of interactive exhibits where they can learn more about rural life and food production.

Baroness Taylor visits New Forest District Council to review innovative social housing at Penman House, Totton, meeting Future Homes Standard and EPC A ratings.

A huge array of world music stars will be descending on Dorset next week for the Purbeck Valley Folk Festival 2025 (PVFF).

Emily Hillier and Jamie Grose win Poole Runners’ Summer Series 2025. Full results, fastest times and team standings from Upton House Country Park event.

Fiona Pawsey appointed new chair of Wimborne BID, succeeding Fiona Harwood. Experienced solicitor aims to boost local business and community engagement.

Barratt David Wilson Homes Southampton renews £1m RSPB partnership to boost nature-friendly housing developments in Dorset, including Stalbridge and Gillingham.

Marnhull residents invited to comment on draft neighbourhood plan shaping local development.

This honour is based on reviews from visitors who have shared their experiences on the Tripadvisor website over the past year.

"Whether you're a puzzle lover, a local explorer or simply up for a bit of fun, this event is for you."

Parley Place care home in West Parley raises £852 for Julia’s House children’s hospice with Great Tail Trail 2025, community art, and fundraising events.

Win a once-in-a-lifetime ride in Tiger 131 at The Tank Museum’s Tiger Day Autumn 2025. Enter the auction or raffle for a chance to board this WWII icon.

Woman and child interact with a touchscreen display in a museum, with a red telephone box and Wimborne railway sign behind them

"The 39 Steps is a masterclass in theatrical invention and comic timing that will leave you breathless with laughter."

Poole’s Alice O’Shea releases new Mamma Mia tribute to Figen Murray, highlighting Martyn’s Law and UK anti-terrorism efforts. Funds support Survivors Against Terror.

To celebrate, Kirsty Ede will be hosting a fitness-athon to raise money for RNLI Mudeford.

HEALTHCARE workers across Dorset are preparing for strike action over plans to transfer 1,700 NHS staff to a newly created company.

A DANGEROUS driver in a stolen car ‘rammed’ vehicles in an attempt to evade police, a court heard.

A woman in her 40s was found unresponsive at her home address after she was reported missing.

AN INDEPENDENT health store with over forty years of experience serving the community attributes its loyal customer base to the “personalised advice” given to every shopper.

Monty Python star Eric Idle is due to come to Bournemouth as part of his UK tour, Always Look on the Bright Side of Life, Live.

AN ILLEGAL e-bike capable of reaching speeds of up to 40mph was seized by police in a crackdown.

This weekend, the 2025 August Sturgeon Moon will light up the skies across the UK. Here is how you can view the spectacle.

Six planets will be visible in the UK night sky as part of a rare planetary parade this August.

Plans to convert a Bournemouth hotel into a 22 person HMO have been retrospectively submitted to the council.

Liberal Democrat MP Vikki Slade urges Prime Minister Keir Starmer to recognise Palestine as a state, calling for UK sanctions on Israel and action for Gaza.

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The volunteers attended to a three-person, 41 foot vessel that encountered mechanical issues and was drifting into Poole Bay.

A date has been revealed for the opening of Poole’s newest cinema.

In Bournemouth, a captivating legend persists, a compelling story rich with royal scandal and hidden romance that has since become part of the town’s identity - even if shrouded in mystery.c

It was a day that turned heads and raised eyebrows, as the usually serene Bournemouth Promenade became the stage for a truly outlandish spectacle on May 11, 1983.

Dorset Council is looking for a new dog warden – paying up to £27,250 a year.

The public is asked to share their views on a consultation regarding environmental permits for the ongoing decommissioning at Dorset's Winfrith nuclear site.

Met Office forecasts sunny weather for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole from 8–13 August, with highs up to 26C and minimal chance of rain.

An environment group are urging local retailers to discontinue disposable barbecues as fires are rapidly increase in Dorset