Organisers of the Great Dorset Steam Fair have announced one of the most prolific stunt riders in the world as part of the entertainment on offer at the event, which runs from 2 – 6 September. Matt Coulter aka “The Kangaroo Kid” from Brisbane, Australia, has entertained millions of fans across the globe with his […]
The Great Dorset Steam Fair has spent the winter planning improvements to the layout and infrastructure at the Tarrant Hinton Showground. Following wet weather problems during the 2014 event, it was agreed at de-brief meetings that hard roads into and on the showground would significantly improve traffic management, site operations, logistics and, most importantly, public […]
From learning how to canoe a bass to discovering which local seaweed was good enough to eat, there were plenty of skills to pick up. The picturesque Prince Albert Gardens drew a huge crowd eager to catch demonstrations, sample local fishy delights, browse the stalls and soak up the festival atmosphere. Ed Baines provided great […]
Larmer Tree Festival have a hilarious comedy line-up joining Bill Bailey for their 25th anniversary festival in July. Headlining the late-night comedy club on the ARC stage this year are internationally acclaimed comedians Ed Byrne, Russell Kane, Sara Pascoe and Seann Walsh, ably supported by the eclectic talents of Kerry Godliman, James Acaster, David Trent, […]
Following the temporary closure of part of a footpath on the River Frome in Wareham, walkers are being reminded of other interesting routes in the town. The Wareham Two Rivers Walks offer two routes. The Frome to the Piddle route starts at Wareham Quay, leads up on to the Wareham Walls and down next to […]
Celebrating 25 years in style, Larmer Tree Festival have been gathering talent from around the country to perform at the original boutique festival alongside Tom Jones, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Levellers and Bill Bailey on the bill this year. Joining the already impressive Main Stage line-up are world-famous group The Magic Numbers, who will perform on […]
After an evening of fantastic live music, with acts from across the UK coming to compete, Larmer Tree Festival have crowned the winners of the 2015 Breakthrough Music Awards, an annual event celebrating and supporting emeging talent. Bournemouth local four-piece The Villanovas and lively folk-duo The Drystones were the two recipients of this prestigious award, […]