Bournemouth Echo

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:26:22 +0100
Major cargo fleet bought after Bournemouth operator collapses
A major fleet of cargo aircraft have been acquired following the collapse of a key operator.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:29:40 +0100
National Motor Museum reveals why it must leave Beaulieu after 70 years
It has been revealed that funding concerns were among the reasons behind the decision for the National Motor Museum to leave Beaulieu after almost 70 years.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:35:00 +0100
The lost sweet factory that shaped the Great British seaside
Before the supermarkets moved in, Poole's Alder Road was the heart of a sugary empire.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Eight former DJs reunite after 20 years to help cancer charity
Eight retired DJs, four venues and hundreds of supporters turned a nostalgic reunion into a fundraising triumph

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth shop closed after repeatedly selling illegal tobacco and vapes
BCP Council’s Trading Standards service secured a three-month closure order for Bou, on Holdenhurst Road, after repeated illegal sales.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 08:43:41 +0100
Firefighter describes 43-hour hell battling A31 wildfire
Eastleigh firefighter Thomas Hall recalls a 43-hour shift battling the New Forest wildfire during a solar eclipse, praising the grit of country-wide crews.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:53:50 +0100
RNLI escorts yacht to Poole after welfare check in Force 6 winds
A routine morning walk prompted a welfare check after a coastguard team member spotted a yacht.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Grants up to £30,000 from DCF and BCP Council to support homelessness prevention
A NEW Dorset Community Foundation fund in partnership with BCP Council will offer grants of up to £30,000 for early prevention of homelessness.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cherries fans set to enjoy some of the cheapest pre-match pints this season
AFC Bournemouth among the Premier League clubs offering the cheapest pints, new data reveals

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
BCP and Dorset among least affordable places in South West to buy new-build home
Dorset and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole has been named among the least affordable places in the South West to buy a new-build home.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dorset beach named among the UK’s most dog-friendly destinations
Hengistbury West, located near Bournemouth, was selected as one of just 10 beaches featured in the 2026 dog-friendly beach guide compiled by Vets Now.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Independent family brewer Hall & Woodhouse announces record profits
Independent family brewer and pub company, Hall & Woodhouse, has confirmed that Underlying Profit Before Tax increased by a further 16% to £9.3million.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Magna Housing secures £250m for 1,500 affordable homes in Dorset and Somerset
Magna Housing has secured £250 million to deliver 1,500 affordable homes across Dorset and Somerset

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The Salt Pig to take over operation of restaurant and café at Lighthouse Poole
Lighthouse Poole announced a collaboration with The Salt Pig, who will now operate its on-site restaurant and café under The Artful Salt Pig at Lighthouse

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Three is the magic number for Sanctuary artist at Lighthouse Poole
Misneach Mangan, a Sanctuary artist-in-residence at Lighthouse Poole, is using the space to develop a new body of work inspired by a journey in Cambodia

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
24-hour volleyball challenge on Bournemouth Beach raises £1,700 for charity
A 24-hour beach volleyball challenge on Bournemouth Beach on August 22-23 has raised more than £1,700 for the Steve Bernard Foundation.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Imperial Classical Ballet to open season at Bournemouth Pavilion with Swan Lake
Bournemouth will open the Imperial Classical Ballet's 20th anniversary UK season with a performance of Swan Lake on September 29.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Proposals could protect most-loved coastal assets in BCP area for years to come
New plans to protect and restore life to some of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole’s most-loved coastal assets are set to be discussed by councillors.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Residents at Wimborne care home visited by local miniature horse Mr Kelloggs
Mr Kelloggs, from Linking Hearts Therapy Horses, spent time with residents at Hyacinth House in Wimborne with a dose of animal magic and gentle affection.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New global technology collaboration advances on-site construction safety
Poole-based excavator safety specialist Prolec has partnered with global technology company Trimble to develop SiteGuard Pro

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Highly anticipated documentary about rugby icon Jonah Lomu coming to cinemas
Directed by Gavin Fitzgerald and Vea Mafile-o, LOMU will be screened on September 7 at cinemas across the UK, including at the Odeon in Bournemouth.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bournemouth woman urges Andy Burnham to take action on failing autism support
Chelsea Webster from Bournemouth, a Deliver for Autism campaigner, is among those urging Andy Burnham to introduce a new Autism Strategy

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New Milton remembers the 31 lives lost during the Second World War
People of New Milton have gathered to honour 31 lives lost during the Second World War

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Free Tinnitus Information Day coming to Bournemouth in September
Tinnitus UK is bringing its free Tinnitus Information Day to Bournemouth on September 5 at Pavilion Dance South West.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Discounted plants and family fun on offer at Bournemouth plant sale next month
Discounted plants, crafts, and family fun will be on offer in Bournemouth at Cherry Tree Nursery’s Plant Sale and Autumn Fayre on September 19

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Plans tabled to 'secure new future for historic Hicks Farm'
Plans to secure a new future for Hicks Farm and generate investment in the historic site are set to be discussed by councillors. 

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
REVIEW: Standing ovation as Waitress opens at Pavilion
Sweet, funny and unexpectedly affecting; Waitress brought a generous slice of warmth to Bournemouth Pavilion on it's opening night.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
When culture and jazz meet art and dancing in a corner of Dorset: We Out Here 2026
Despite this being my first (but certainly not my last) year at the We Out Here, I quickly realised it was far more than your average festival.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Boutique owner launches petition for one hour free parking to encourage shoppers
A woman who is moving her business out of the town centre has created a petition to introduce one hour of free parking in the area to encourage footfall.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Cameras planned to crack down on pub ‘car park abuse’
Number plate cameras could be installed at a pub car park after the owners said spaces were being abused by people not using the venue.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Gladiators star Shadow visits Bournemouth to support CAM charity
Former Gladiators star Shadow visited Bournemouth to support an anti-knife crime charity.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Town centre building to be converted into a hotel
A BLANDFORD Forum town centre building is to be converted into a hotel.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Neighbours in fiery debate over Highcliffe company directors at home golf simulator
A garden room built to house a golf simulator has landed its owner in a row with neighbours over planning rules.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Family-run business refused permission to put on events after complaints
Tuckton Tea Gardens, in Wick, recently applied for a full time premises licence to provide a range of community-focused events, dining experiences and activities.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Southbourne Surf Life Saving Club celebrates 40 years of protecting community
A surf life saving club is preparing to mark 40 years of service and community impact.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Man flees on foot after collision on suspected stolen moped in Wimborne
A man reportedly fled on foot after being involved in a collision on a suspected stolen moped in Wimborne.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Fundraiser set up to raise funds for mum of three with rare cancer
A GOFUNDME page has been set up to raise funds for mum after being diagnosed with rare cancer.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:39:29 +0100
What are your rights if your neighbour is putting rubbish in your bins?
Neighbours putting rubbish in your bins can be quite annoying, especially if it is causing your bin to overflow or be refused by the binmen.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:38:56 +0100
A look back at 9 to 5 singer Dolly Parton's career from music to film
Dolly Parton was known for a range of huge hit singles including Jolene and 9 to 5 that are loved by many.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Parents could see school lunchboxes banned if Dame Prue Leith gets her way
Former Bake Off judge Dame Prue Leith has called for a ban on lunchboxes as she hopes this will improve children's health.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0100
Cameras planned to crack down on pub ‘car park abuse’
Number plate cameras could be installed at a pub car park after the owners said spaces were being abused by people not using the venue.

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:20:06 +0100
Three people taken to hospital in four car crash
Multiple people have been taken to hospital in a large crash involving four cars

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:12:30 +0100
Seizures of e-bikes more than triple in a year as police crackdown on illegal use
MORE than three times as many e-bikes have been seized in the past year compared to the previous 12 months, new figures reveal.

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:11:53 +0100
Person taken to hospital after falling on beach
A person who fell while walking on East Beach prompted a huge emergency response

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:10:34 +0100
Coastal footpath closed until 2028 over cliff collapse fears
A Studland public footpath will remain closed until March 2028 after coastal erosion caused concerns over cliff edge collapse

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 08:29:56 +0100
National Highways issues A31 update
National Highways issues A31 update as it carries out repairs following the New Forest wildfire.

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:53:40 +0100
Inquest opened into the death of famous mountaineer Nirmal Purja
The inquest has opened into the death of a famous mountaineer in the Himalayas.

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:35:00 +0100
Discover the forgotten Boscombe festival that transformed Shelley Park 20 years ago
Relive Boscombe Arts Festival 2006 with Latin music, family-friendly entertainment, workshops and live acts at Shelley Park.

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Celebrating independent businesses at Brewery Square
Independent shops, restaurants, cafés, wellness providers and attractions make Brewery Square one of Dorchester’s most vibrant destinations

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:49:45 +0100
Children stay free at luxury New Forest hotel during October half-term
Children can stay for free at a luxury hotel October half-term.

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