Corfe Castle at sunrise
The weekend of 21 September sees the inaugural art exhibition at a converted chapel in Sturminster Newton, with a show by three talented Dorset artists. The Workhouse Chapel was opened last year as a studio and art space, following renovation. The three artists – Billie Willcocks, Colin Gosden and Mike Jackson – chose this as […]
On 31st August 2013 the world record for the greatest number of steam rollers in a formation over a set course was broken at the Great Dorset Steam Fair showground, exactly 10 years later than the previous record! 102 steam rollers took part in the world record attempt as part of the GDSF 2013 Roller […]
Enchanting audiences around the world from the Guggenheim in Spain to the Sydney Opera House in Australia, the awe-inspiring Amococo Luminarium, will be a sensational centrepiece on Bournemouth’s seafront from 5th – 8th September. Making its second only UK appearances this year, this exciting world-renowned visual art installation offers a fun and captivating sensory experience […]
The official 2013 Bournemouth Air Festival souvenir brochure is on sale now, and 10 copies have fantastic Willy Wonka-inspired Golden Tickets hidden inside, revealing some great Air Festival-related prizes. The lucky recipient of a Golden Ticket could find themselves being taken on a VIP tour of one of the Royal Navy ships attending the event, […]
A new play area has been opened at Bytheway Field, off Leigh Road in Colehill. The informal facility includes pieces of equipment made from natural timber which provide a combination of physical activity, aimed at improving balance, strength and coordination, and opportunities for learning. Some of the pieces are also suitable for children with disabilities. […]
Children can spend Thursdays in August on Christchurch nature reserves on science discovery and arts events. The sessions, run by Christchurch Council’s Countryside Service under the banner of ‘Nature Lab’, will give children from the age of eight the chance to join in activities that combine science and art. The idea behind the activities is […]
For the second year running Christchurch Quay has been judged to meet the standards for a Green Flag Award – the quality standard for parks and green spaces. The national award, handed out by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, recognises and rewards the best parks and green spaces across the country. A Green Flag flying […]
The Osmington White Horse near Weymouth has reached the finals of the annual English Heritage Angel Awards – a project to celebrate the efforts of local people who have saved historic buildings and places. It been chosen as one of five finalists in the category ‘The Best Rescue of Any Other Type of Historic Building […]
