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Sturminster Mill back in action

Sturminster Mill will reopen on March 25 after a long wet winter, and at least five floods! Open Saturdays, Sundays,…

Take to the water

A beautiful new guidebook expounds the delights of paddling the waterways of Dorset and the South West. Summer’s just around…

Dedicated followers of fashion

THE ladies of Blandford Evening WI gathered in the Tea Room at Lime Tree House for their monthly coffee…

Sign up your studio

Somerset artists are invited to join Somerset Art Works and sign up for one of the biggest visual arts…

A hive of activity

As the beekeeping season gets underway once again, the Sherborne Beekeeping Association jumps into action… by Judy Easdale. The Sherborne Beekeeping…

Sing when you’re winning

Did you know that, as well as being brilliant fun, singing can improve lung issues? A new Singing for Lung…

A walk around Sixpenny Handley

Soak up the scenery as you walk with retired Dorset rights of way officer Chris Slade. Park near the church…

More than 500 cards as Elsie turns 103 at Castle Cary home

A WOMAN celebrated her 103rd birthday after receiving more than 500 cards wishing her many happy returns. Elsie Lancaster, formerly…

Broaden your horizons

Ten of the UK’s top travel writers will be sharing their adventures at Sherborne’s Travel Writing Festival this April. Ten…

A fond farewell to Lampshade Man

The life and achievements of Tim Hargreaves, founder of Gillingham-based lampshade manufacturer Albioncourt, are celebrated by friends and family…