Here's the story behind Dorset’s blue pool at Furzebrook, the colour-changing lake where nothing can live

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As the Christchurch Food Festival takes place this glorious bank holiday weekend, we look back the event 25 years ago.

Hotels from Bournemouth, Lyme Regis, Evershot, Studland and more were named among the top 250 in the UK by The Telegraph

Dorset police and crime commissioner David Sidwick is calling on young people across Dorset to share their views as part of his second youth survey.

The 1959 Jaguar XK150 S fixed head coupe, valued between £10,000 and £15,000, will be auctioned at the Haynes Motor Museum on Thursday, June 4.

A major air quality monitoring project from Dorset Council and BCP Council is helping target action to better restore and recover Dorset’s heathlands.

The Script will perform at Bournemouth International Centre on Monday, November 16, as part of a major UK and European arena tour.

Look! And Look Again! is on display at Durlston Country Park’s Fine Foundation Gallery as part of Purbeck Art Week until June 7.

Liz, a resident at Care South’s St Ives House on Horton Road, Ringwood, shared her love of sailing through the home’s Make a Wish initiative

Bournemouth Collegiate School (BCS) officially reopened its Jones Theatre on Thursday, May 14, following significant investment from CATS Global Schools.

Waterfront views, comforting classics, and polished service make for a memorable meal on a historic quay.

A skincare business born in a kitchen is expanding to a larger shop as demand grows.

Jay & Joss, the award-winning illusionists who stunned the judges on Britain's Got Talent, will perform at Lighthouse Poole on July 1.

Official dealer Indian Motorcycle Poole will be attending Dorset Bikefest, now in its third year and taking place from 19–21 June in Wareham

Sherborne Library is on track to reopen by the end of July, with important safety upgrades completed and final approvals in progress. Dorset Council.

Mulligans is launching a new Friday night event featuring Y2K vibes with crazy golf and bottomless drinks.

A stolen car has upended the daily life of a family.

UPTON Heath land will see planned works to restore heathland structure and improve water management after Dorset Wildlife Trust completed the purchase of 110 acres of land.

A spooky food venture is serving up “dead tasty” dishes from a hearse-themed kitchen.

One of the south west’s most popular food events, the Christchurch Food Festival returns this bank holiday weekend

A New Forest man who appeared on the reality dating programme Married at First Sight (MAFS) has spoken out against the "big issues" with welfare on the show.

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90s pop star Chesney Hawkes has long had a special connection to Dorset, shaped by his friendship with Cerne Abbas resident Vic Irvine, who sadly passed away in 2025.

Police arrested a wanted man during high-visibility patrols in Poole.

A bag filled with crystal meth and other illegal drubs was found by police responded to a reported domestic abuse

New data from Jessops shows Sandbanks beach in Poole was named the most photographed in the UK, topping the list with 48,600 Instagram hashtags.

Last month, Dorset Police officers took to the roads with CSW volunteers and the Camera Safety Team in east Dorset.

A New Forest MP has topped this year’s private members’ bills ballot.

THE Christchurch Food Festival returned this weekend and thousands of food lovers filled out the scenic quayside.

Thousands of food lovers flocked to Christchurch on Saturday to soak up the sunshine at one of the southwest's largest food festivals.

The first chick has finally hatched this year from a historic breeding pair of ospreys in Wareham.

Discover Dorset’s hidden gem for luxury bathroom bargains.

Dorset Blind Association's 10th annual Motor Show, held at Lulworth Castle on May 17, raised over £42,000 in support of people living with sight loss.

Harry Redknapp is part of a new lineup of shows on sale announced by Lighthouse Poole, featuring a variety of performances ranging from plays to music concerts.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) students will bring Carol Ann Duffy’s visceral, physical Grimm Tales to the historic Palace Court Theatre from 28–30 May.

Businesses have the chance to play at AFC Bournemouth's Performance Centre next week, as the event is scheduled for May 29, at Canford Magna in Poole.

More than 1,600 motorists were caught running red lights across Dorset in the past three years, according to new data obtained by cinch.

Planned roadworks have been announced by BCP Council and are expected to cause delays of varying severity.

A Ukrainian pilates instructor is celebrating two years of running her business and says she is “grateful” for the support she has received throughout her journey.

Algae has resurfaced on a popular lake.

Panto favourite Noel Brodie is stepping into the spotlight with a new solo comedy show at a Bournemouth venue from today.

Experienced marine operator Gary Nicol has been appointed as the Beaulieu River's new Marine Operative at Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour.

Another Poundland store is due to close its doors next month.

Planning permission has been granted to redevelop a luxury property in Sandbanks with a guide price of £1.4 million.

A D-Day remembrance service will take place at Poole Quay next month honouring the town’s key role and history.

A Post Office has officially opened in Bournemouth town centre.

From Chase to Barclaycard Rewards, Martin Lewis has shared the best ways to avoid hidden charges when using your card overseas.

Dear England is a BBC facts-based sports drama, starring Joseph Fiennes as Gareth Southgate as he takes on the England national team manager role