2+ day, 1+ hour ago   (433+ words) The Dorset Tourism Awards finalists for 2026 have been announced and include some notable names working within Purbeck’s tourism and hospitality industry. They are now guaranteed a gold, silver or bronze award, which will be revealed at the awards ceremony at…...

5+ day, 1+ hour ago   (882+ words) While Dorset Adventure Park in Corfe Castle is usually associated with excited youngsters, there’s now an opportunity to enjoy more peaceful early morning swims in the spring-fed lake. The Wild Swimming Co is to provide open water swimming sessions professionally…...

1+ week, 1+ hour ago   (1097+ words) Archaeologists investigating a mysterious wall beneath a field near the village of Corfe Castle in Dorset, believe they have uncovered the remains of a farmhouse dating back at least 1,000 years. Substantial stone walls were first discovered during a university training…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago   (1081+ words) A Swanage couple has celebrated 60 years of marriage with a special riverside break at The Priory Hotel in Wareham, Dorset, and a chance to reflect on six remarkable decades together. George and Christine Dowdell marked their diamond wedding anniversary on…...