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Don’t miss us at Dorset County Show

Written by Beth Bright

Join us at the Dorset County Show this weekend. It’s summer’s last hurrah, an extravaganza bursting with things to see, experience and enjoy for ALL the family. From animals to horticulture, fun...

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Back to school? Check those gates

Written by Beth Bright

A new school term starts next week and with the children occupied, it’s a chance to check garden gates to ensure they stay safe all year round. The good gate guide Whether you go...

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Bank Holiday in the garden

Written by Beth Bright

The weather looks great for the last long weekend of summer. Time to take stock of jobs in the garden ahead of autumn. Harvest happy Collect the last of the summer...

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The best agricultural show beside the sea

The best agricultural show beside the sea

Written by Beth Bright

It’s traditional, it’s fun and it’s next Thursday – make it a day to remember at the only agriculture show in the South West that’s beside the sea, at West Bay. We’re...

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You are brilliant!

Written by Beth Bright

Thank you to everyone who came to our coffee morning on August 9th in aid of Julia’s House children’s hospice. You raised £500! It was lovely to see so many familiar...

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Coffee morning Friday 9th August 10 am – 12 noon

Written by Beth Bright

Come for coffee and help fund Julia’s House children’s hospices. Based in Dorset and Wiltshire, they provide practical and emotional support for families caring for a child with a life-limiting or life-threatening...

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Show stoppers

Written by Beth Bright

Summer means it’s showtime with a flurry of country and county shows where you can bring the family for a great day out and come and say hello to us on...

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How to keep a horse happy

Written by Beth Bright

Summer was made for horses with lush green grass, longer riding days and balmy nights. However, heat and drought also calls for extra vigilance. The right feed, accessories, gates and fencing are all part of...

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