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Bournemouth Echo

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000
5 'beautiful' walks in the New Forest that will help you reach 10,000 steps
A number of New Forest walks in Boldre, Beaulieu, and Stoney Cross are able to get people to 10,000 steps.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Eighteen Restaurant & Bar brings farm-to-table dining excellence to Christchurch
Eighteen Restaurant & Bar opens at The Kings Arms Hotel, Christchurch, serving modern British cuisine with Dorset-sourced ingredients. Bookings now open.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 04:54:00 +0000
Untold stories in new exhibition 'The Women of Highcliffe Castle'
A new exhibition reveals the hidden female history of a landmark building, offering visitors a fresh perspective on it's fascinating past.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 03:43:00 +0000
Premium cheesecake venue offering authentic desserts
A VENUE offering premium cheesecakes and a ‘café experience’ is celebrating one-year of success since opening its doors.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 03:11:00 +0000
In The Dock: trio guilty of assault in Richmond Hill
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Bridgwater Mercury

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bridgwater planning decisions, February 1-7, 2026
Here are the latest planning decisions made by Somerset Council in and around Bridgwater.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bridgwater planning applications, February 1-7, 2026
Here are the latest planning applications in and around Bridgwater submitted to Somerset Council.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Your Health, Your Choice: Why exercise alone may not lead to weight loss
Exercise alone is unlikely to cause weight loss, research shows, but it’s vital for long-term weight management, health, and wellbeing in the UK.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Somerset Film invites young people to help service shape its future
Somerset Film invites under-25s and youth organisations to join its advisory panel on 17 February, shaping future creative services in Somerset.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 17:06:58 +0000
Road closed and multiple fire crews tackle Valentine’s Day blaze in Taunton
A road closure was put in place as multiple fire crews put out a Valentine’s Day blaze in Taunton after receiving reports of smoke issuing from a property.

Bridport News

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 03:05:00 +0000
Campaigners to present report on state of west Dorset river
Campaigners will be presenting a report on the state of a west Dorset river later this month

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Five iconic eateries in Dorset that will always be remembered
Here's some of the iconic Dorset restaurants that became local legends in Weymouth, West Bay, Portland and Lyme Regis.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The west Dorset wake held for a seaside cafe that 'died'
A special wake with a New Orleans-style funeral tune was held for a beach cafe at Burton Bradstock, west Dorset, that 'died' in the 1980s

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
When people gathered to see 100ft tall Dorset landmarks blown up
A once familiar sight loomed over Lyme Regis - the two tall chimneys of the Lyme Regis Cement Works

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Family secrets and sorrow in life of Dorset war hero policeman
In the third part of our series on Whitchurch Canonicorum war hero policeman turned publican Percy Copp, his grandson John recalls tragic loss, a much‑loved step‑grandmother in Weymouth and the family secret about his real grandmother Sarah that ...

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Fostering information events to take place in Burnham-on-Sea and Frome
Interested in fostering in Somerset? Join relaxed info sessions in Frome and Burnham-on-Sea to meet foster carers, ask questions and learn about support.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New director promoted at Burnham-on-Sea accountancy firm
Kay Murray appointed director at Westcotts’ Burnham-on-Sea office, bringing 25+ years’ accountancy expertise to support Somerset and South West clients.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Your Health, Your Choice: Why you might not lose weight through exercise
Exercise alone is unlikely to cause weight loss, research shows, but it’s vital for long-term weight management, health, and wellbeing in the UK.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Collection of photographs showcasing Somerset's picturesque coastline
Gallery of photographs showcasing the beauty of Somerset's coast line

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:18:26 +0000
Lidl worker 'worried for health' sacked after drinking 17p water bottle not paid for
A Lidl worker who was 'worried for his health' was sacked after drinking a 17p bottle of water during his shift, which he did not pay for

Chard and Ilminster News

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Yeovil care provider ranked among the best in the world
Home Instead Yeovil ranked in top five per cent of global care providers, earning a WorkBuzz five-star award for staff and client satisfaction.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Police Dog Hogan set to perform in South Petherton later this year
Police Dog Hogan to headline the David Hall, South Petherton on 16 April. The UK folk-country favourites announce new album.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Ilminster pupils explore future of technology through Safer Internet Day
Herne View Primary School pupils in Ilminster marked Safer Internet Day with lessons on artificial intelligence, online safety, and digital awareness.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Community petition launched after Chard 'rat-run' claims lives of numerous pets
A resident has launched a petition to implement speeding restrictions in a Chard cul-de-sac that is used as a ‘rat-run’, leading to the death of her pet cat.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Your Health, Your Choice: When exercise doesn’t result in weight loss
Exercise alone is unlikely to cause weight loss, research shows, but it’s vital for long-term weight management, health, and wellbeing in the UK.

Western Daily Press

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 07:32:41 +0000
Live: Over 1,000 homes were hit by huge power cut
A fault was reported shortly before 7am

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 06:36:00 +0000
Old-fashioned sweet shop to arrive in Bath this spring
It will also sell 'freak shakes'

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 06:33:00 +0000
Bath nightclub to relaunch with new bar after major transformation
A party is set for the end of the month

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 06:30:00 +0000
How the Romans are helping fund social care for people in Bath
Bath's attractions are making as much money as charging £150 more council tax

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 06:13:00 +0000
360 new homes and country park planned near Frome rugby club
108 of the homes will be affordable

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