A number of New Forest walks in Boldre, Beaulieu, and Stoney Cross are able to get people to 10,000 steps.

Eighteen Restaurant & Bar opens at The Kings Arms Hotel, Christchurch, serving modern British cuisine with Dorset-sourced ingredients. Bookings now open.

A new exhibition reveals the hidden female history of a landmark building, offering visitors a fresh perspective on it's fascinating past.

A VENUE offering premium cheesecakes and a ‘café experience’ is celebrating one-year of success since opening its doors.

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Magna Care Centre near Wimborne hosts intergenerational sensory play with Hip Hip Hooray Play, uniting children and residents for Valentine’s-themed activities.

Lewis-Manning Hospice Care urges better early support and coordination in end-of-life care after a Bournemouth University event on palliative care.

Katherine Jenkins announces 2026 UK & Ireland tour, including Bournemouth, celebrating 25 years in music with classic hits. Tickets & dates revealed.

Brockenhurst College backs Adult Learning Pays campaign, urging more funding for adult education in England, with courses including languages and job training.

Over 40 classic motorcycles from Joe Skinner's collection to be auctioned by Charterhouse at Haynes Motor Museum, Somerset, on 12 March 2026.

Christmas tree recycling in Dorset and Hampshire raised a record £70,000 for five charities, as Eco Sustainable Solutions turns trees into compost.

Voices of the Future photo exhibition in Bournemouth highlights experiences of residents aged 60–75, shaping BCP Council Adult Social Care strategy.

Micro Moose, Winton, prides itself on preserving community spirit while championing independent breweries.

Dementia UK’s free Admiral Nurse clinics return to Nationwide’s Winton branch on 17–18 Feb, offering dementia advice and support as part of Fairer Futures.

Dorset Council approves Osprey Quay Special School in Portland, offering 75 SEND places. Project led by Department for Education, tackling local deprivation.

Quarter of a century ago, the coastal air of Bournemouth was filled with not only the smell of the sea but with the rhythmic thud of dance music and the shouts of revellers on a night out.

Councillors have voiced their displeasure after Lloyds bank announced it would be closing multiple branches in the area later this year.

He's gone from pot washing to producing plates full of flavour as the head chef at a celebrated country pub.

Asda, Boots, TK Maxx, Tesco, Morrisons, Waitrose, and Hobbycraft are among the UK retailers warning shoppers to stop using these products “immediately”

Pensioners warned not to miss Winter Fuel Payment deadline – plus thousands in unclaimed discounts for NHS and teachers.

Half term money trap? Why February can rival summer holiday costs - and how families can save while still making memories.

British holidaymakers heading to Europe face the biggest overhaul of travel rules in years, with biometric border checks followed by ETIAS later this year

A WOMAN said she and her sister were nearly killed after a driver, reportedly speeding at 80mph, lost control and ‘somersaulted’ his car.

Two men accused of murdering a retired 60-year-old man who vanished nearly two years ago have appeared in court as police teams continue to dig at a house in Leicester.

Neighbourhood policing officers have made a string of arrests across Dorset as they step up patrols in cold and wet winter weather.

Brockenhurst in the New Forest has been named among the best remote places to live in the UK according to Sotheby's International Realty

Police in Fordingbridge have urged motorists and parents to act responsibly after a busy day tackling crime and safety concerns across the Avon Valley.

THE SEAFRONT was buzzing on Valentine’s Day as residents and visitors made the most of rare sunshine following weeks of unsettled weather.

A DRIVER of a BMW was reported to have been driving dangerously and made threats with a knife.

Scottish craft beer giant has appointed global consulting firm to support what it described as a “structured and competitive process” to evaluate the next phase of investment in the business.

COUPLES at an Upton care home have enjoyed a live performance of the songs that define their relationships this Valentine’s Day.

An investment banker who paid a record £15 million for a waterfront mansion in Poole Harbour is set to demolish it and build a larger, ultra-modern replacement.

A CARE HOME celebrated Valentine’s Day by recreating the world-famous opera performance with residents rekindling their warm memories.

A development of 27 flats at Southbourne Crossroad is recommended to have retrospective plans approved.

Incidents of anti-social behaviour (ASB) near the Co-op reported where people asking for money and taking people to cashpoint.

Ellen Kent’s Farewell Opera Tour brings "Carmen" and "Madama Butterfly" by Opera International Kyiv to Bournemouth Pavilion, 11–12 March 2026. Book now.

Brockenhurst College students staged The Great British Bake Off Musical at Kemball Theatre, with all profits going to the Performing Arts and Music department.

Artists Showdown at The Brass Haus, Bournemouth: monthly live art contest and auction supporting UK homelessness charity Social Bite. Next event 4 March 2026.

View HR in Ringwood marks 10 years of growth with new offices and a 13-strong team, offering expert HR consultancy and employment law support UK-wide.

Giant inflatable Rumble Run launches at Stokewood Leisure Centre, Bournemouth, for February half-term. Family pool fun, obstacle course, BH Live Active events.

Major road closures, diversions and temporary signals to cause delays in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole from 16–22 February, BCP Council warns.

Dorset homebuyer confidence rises as mortgage rates fall, lenders relax criteria, and Barratt Redrow offers deposit boosts for first-time buyers in 2026.

Plans for 104 homes, a children’s play area and walled garden are recommended to have permission granted, two years after being proposed.

Discover top February half-term events in Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole, from arts workshops to family activities, museum exhibitions and outdoor fun.

Saint Etienne add new dates to their final UK and Ireland tour in 2026, including London, Poole and Birmingham. Last chance to see the Britpop icons live.

New Forest District Council launches surveys on open spaces and play areas as part of the Local Plan review. Have your say online by 4 March 2026.

A surprise river guest was spotted enjoying its breakfast on the quay in plain sight of passers-by.

Romance Writing Festival returns to Bournemouth on 3 October 2026, featuring bestselling authors, workshops, networking, and expert talks for UK writers.

In celebration of Valentine’s Day, a Bournemouth couple who have spent all 58 years of their life together in the town share their fondest memories of growing up and raising a family in their much-loved seaside home.

BOURNEMOUTH’s own publicans claim to be the orchestrators behind securing rate relief to save Britain’s pubs.