History

The parade celebrated the town's rich history Picture: SAST

Children help bring Sherborne’s history to life at 120th anniversary of town’s first pageant

HUNDREDS of children paraded through Sherborne as part of the Sherborne Pageant 120th anniversary celebrations. This year…

The stained glass windows are said to be nearly 160 years old Picture: Steve Case

Fundraising appeal to ensure “truly outstanding” stained glass in Sturminster Newton stands test of time

INTRICATE stained glass windows at a church in Sturminster Newton are at risk of collapsing if repairs aren’t made,…

Pictures of the collapse on May 29, 2000 Pictures: Brian Edwards

25 years since the collapse of Silbury Hill: the hole story

IT was 25 years ago that a tourist visiting Wiltshire from Germany made an astonishing discovery at Silbury Hill. A…

Jim was joined by representatives of the RAF and the RBL on his birthday Picture: Newstone House

100-year-old RAF veteran, Jim, plays key VE Day role in Sturminster Newton

A SECOND World War RAF veteran – who recently celebrated his 100th birthday – had the privilege of lighting…

Wincanton to mark VE Day 80 with moment of celebration in Cale Park

WINCANTON will host a “shared moment of celebration” marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day next month. On May 10,…

The project was made possible thanks to a £25,000 grant Picture: Google

Blandford museum launches ground-breaking project to bring history to visually impaired

EXPLORING Blandford Town Museum will become easier for those that are visually impaired or disabled thanks…

The tryptich has been moved during building work at the Sherborne almshouse

Experts hope to solve Sherborne triptych mysteries from 14th or 15th century

MYSTERIES surrounding a historic work of art housed at Sherborne’s St John’s Almshouse Chapel are being investigated by experts. The…

A before and after of restored fingerposts in Dorset. Pictures: Dorset CPRE

Iconic Dorset fingerposts – which even appear in Only Fools and Horses – being restored

AN iconic image of Dorset – one which has even graced millions of TV screens in iconic comedy classic…

The roof of the iconic building is in need of repair Picture: Keep Military Museum

Dorchester’s Keep Military Museum expects to be closed throughout 2025

KEEP Military Museum in Dorchester on Bridport Road is likely to be closed throughout 2025 due to building works. The…

The ring was found in the Dorset countryside near Shillingstone. Picture: Hansons

The ‘one ring’ found in Dorset countryside set for auction: Here’s what it’s worth

WITH engraved figures and a skull etched into gold, it bears a striking resemblance to the ‘one ring’ from…