Bournemouth Echo
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000New Forest estate with holiday cottages on sale for £3 million
Hazelhurst Farm estate near Sway, New Forest, is for sale at £3m. Includes holiday cottages, equestrian facilities, events barn & strong rental income.
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000The 'buzzing' and 'cosy' hidden gem Dorset cafe located within a tattoo studio
Coffee at Adorned, which is located in a tattoo studio in Poole, has been described as a "cosy" hidden gem.
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000Here's how your Morebus services will be affected over Christmas and New Year's
Morebus has announced its Christmas and new year timetable ahead of the festive season.
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 09:31:01 +0000Woman speaks out after being knocked unconscious and sexually assaulted on night out
A woman has shared her harrowing experience of being sexually assaulted whilst on a night out as her attacker is jailed
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 08:36:43 +0000Plans to axe free parking could lead to 'damage' to tranquil areas of New Forest
Campaigners say they fear quiet parts of the New Forest will be ruined by drivers eager to avoid proposed new parking charges
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Historic cinema could undergo changes
CHANGES to the historic Rex Cinema at Wareham are being proposed in the latest Purbeck planning applications.
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000'Pop-up' campsite seeks approval by council
TOURISM-related proposals for Purbeck are under consideration by Dorset Council.
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Driver flouted the law in vehicle he took without consent
A man is awaiting sentence after pleading to shoplifting and driving offences in Southampton and the New Forest
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital recognised nationally
Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital has been recognised nationally for its endoscopy services.
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Hundreds turn out for record-breaking Christmas carol concert
Hundreds of people gathered on Mudeford Quay for a record-breaking evening of Christmas carols.
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000Plans lodged to extend the life of a quarry near Ringwood
Plans have been put forward to extend the life of a quarry near Ringwood until 2041, giving more time to restore Ellingham Farm into an area of open water, nature conservation land, reedbeds, public footpaths and agricultural use.
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000Free exercise classes at the BIC to help kickstart 2026
BCP residents are invited to kickstart a more active 2026 with a free group exercise class at the Bournemouth International Centre on Sunday, January 11.
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000Bournemouth Christmas Day sea dip moves to new location
Bournemouth’s traditional White Christmas Dip will change location this year.
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000South coast broadcasting legend Fred Dinenage returns to airwaves on Christmas Day
South coast broadcasting legend Fred Dinenage is returning to the region’s airwaves this Christmas Day.
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000The Dolphin launches new initiative to tackle period poverty in Poole
The Dolphin in Poole has launched a new welfare initiative called ‘Package for Milly’ which provides free menstrual products to anyone who needs them.
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000Students create 'striking' new mural for nature reserve
A new mural celebrating heathland wildlife has been completed at Turbary Common, painted by two students and their team from Arts University Bournemouth.
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000Council adopts new 100-year plan to manage coastal flood and erosion for Christchurch
BCP Council and New Forest District Council have formally adopted a new joint strategy which outlines how coastal flood and erosion risk will be managed over the next 100 years.
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Fire warning issued to millions of people using an air fryer this Christmas
A charity has issued a fire warning to millions of people using an air fryer this Christmas.
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Shoppers implored to look out for one thing to avoid Christmas present scams
There are plenty of potential pitfalls shoppers can make when doing their Christmas present shopping, with one in particular being a scam issue
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000All the Christmas Day TV to look forward to on BBC, ITV and Channel 4
All the Christmas Day TV to look forward to on BBC One, BBC Two, ITV1 and Channel 4
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 15:48:49 +0000PICTURES: Hundreds flood to Bournemouth as Christmas just days away
Hundreds of shoppers flooded Bournemouth town centre over the weekend, grabbing their last-minute gifts in the lead up to Christmas.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:46:09 +0000Pedestrian sustains life-changing injuries after crash
A man has suffered life-changing injuries following a crash in Poole.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000The 'stunning' circular walk in Dorset that passes through two scenic villages
The Commoners' Ways walk in Dorset passes through Kingston and Corfe Castle, with it being considered a "stunning route"
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:55:11 +0000Woman bailed after crash that seriously injured cyclist
A woman has been released on police bail after a crash that left a cyclist with serious injuries.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 12:00:02 +0000Christmas shopping hours at The Dolphin in festive run-up
Christmas shoppers will be flocking to The Dolphin in Poole over the next few days.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 11:19:17 +0000Police probe after man found injured at property
A man has been arrested after a person was found injured at a property known to authorities.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 09:24:49 +0000Emergency response as person spotted in water near Sandbanks
The coastguard was called to Sandbanks following reports of a person in the water.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 09:15:32 +0000Unconscious paddleboarder at Mudeford prompts emergency response
Emergency services were called to Mudeford after receiving reports of an unconscious paddleboarder.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000NHS reassurance as doctors strike this weekend
The NHS is urging the public to continue coming forward for care as normal during the final two days of resident doctors’ strike action taking place this weekend.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000The roadworks taking place across the BCP area this week
The following roadworks are being carried out within the BCP Council area by the council and various utility companies this week:
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Council shares advice on how to 'stay well and warm' this season
BCP Council has advised residents how they can stay well and warm this festive season.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 00:01:00 +0000South Western Railway to trail new 'cutting-edge wifi' in the New Forest
Hundreds of passengers between London and the south of England this Christmas can now benefit fromWi-Fi as South Western Railway (SWR) starts a new trial today (December 20).
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000New burger bar opens with aims to bring 'something different' to Southbourne
A new burger and cocktail site called Samoa has opened its doors in Southbourne high street.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000Busy main road flooded after drainage system became 'overwhelmed'
HEAVY rainfall has left roads across Dorset submerged, following a yellow weather warning issued by the Met Office.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000Group gives two trolleys of food to food bank
A Wimborne-based wellness networking group has been raising funds to purchase food for donation to the Wimborne Food Bank, which continues to see high demand for essential items.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000'He didn't care at all': Woman blasts 'negligent' bus driver following fall
A woman has said she is “shocked” at the actions of a bus driver after she was injured in a fall on a bus after fight erupted.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000Highcliffe hotel owner steps down after 'emotionally demanding' planning battle
Bradley Green confirms he has stepped away from The Lord Bute following an 'emotionally demanding' two year 'planning battle'.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000Bournemouth restaurant to close permanently this week
A CARIBBEAN restaurant in Bournemouth is set to close its doors permanently this Sunday.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 15:39:56 +0000Last chance to view 'unusual multi-coloured' meteor shower in UK tonight
Tonight (December 20) is the last chance to see the Geminid meteor shower in the UK. Here is how best to spot it.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000'Do not eat': Aldi, Tesco, Asda, Lidl & more UK supermarkets issue warnings
Items sold at Tesco, Aldi, Asda, Lidl, Marks and Spencer, Poundland and more UK supermarkets have been recalled with “do not eat” warnings in place.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000'Stop using immediately': Sainsbury's, M&S, B&M and more pull items from sale
Customers at Sainsbury's, Amazon, John Lewis, Asda, Tesco, M&S, B&M and other major UK retailers have been warned to stop using products “immediately”
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Millions of pensioners and DWP benefits claimants to receive bonus cash payment
Millions of pensioners, as well as those in receipt of benefits will receive a £10 bonus cash payment from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) this month.
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000How to stretch your supermarket loyalty card rewards for the big Christmas food shop
Make the most of your loyalty card rewards with Morrisons, Lidl, Iceland, and Co-op, Tesco, Sainsbury's, and Asda ahead of this weekend's big Christmas shop
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000What is the cheapest supermarket for Christmas dinner in 2025?
Christmas dinner should cost slightly less this year in rare price drop, as supermarkets battle it out for the festive big shop.
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:05:33 +0000Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after coast road crash
A MOTORCYCLIST has been airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after a crash near Abbotsbury
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:54:59 +0000Exclusion zone in place following reported gas leak
A gas leak has been reported this afternoon in Wimborne.
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:38:27 +0000LIVE: Emergency services at scene of collision on A338
Emergency services are currently at the scene of collision on A338.
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 07:05:12 +0000Two boys, aged seven and nine, among four seriously injured in crash
Two boys, a woman and a man have been seriously injured following a crash.
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:35:00 +0000The railway arch that caused angry locals to campaign for its demolition
For more than a century the bridge had carried trains over Leigh Road, but by the mid-seventies the line was gone
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 13:37:30 +0000New Forest commoners gather for training events
Nearly 200 New Forest commoners joined livestock training events led by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust and Pilgrims Vets.