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The Kings' view platform within the Keep at Corfe Castle Picture: National Trust/Richard Gregory

Corfe Castle features in new season of BBC Two’s Hidden Treasures of the National Trust

AN ICONIC Purbeck landmark is set to feature in the upcoming third series of BBC’s Hidden Treasures of the…

Forres School rugby team in 1954, David North-Lewis back row second from left Picture: Seb Warner

Memorial serves as lasting, poignant memory for boys killed on Swanage Beach

A DEVASTATING and cautionary tale of five boys who died on Swanage Beach will be permanently remembered 70-years on…

New alcohol-free cider launched by Purbeck Cider Company

AN INDEPENDENT craft cider producer nestled in the heart of the Purbeck Hills has launched a new alcohol-free tipple. Purbeck…

Sue and Derek Double have been praised for their contribution to the Purbeck Mining Museum Picture: Purbeck Mining Museum

Poole couple retires after years of warm welcomes at Swanage Railway

A POOLE couple are set to retire at the end of the month after welcoming thousands…

Swanage Beach Picture: Swanage Town Council

Swanage Beach awarded Blue Flag status and Seaside Award – for 24th year

SWANAGE Beach has once again been awarded Blue Flag status for another year – as well as retaining the…

Bill Trite and David Quarmby at Corfe Castle footbridge opening 2007 Picture: Andrew PM Wright/Swanage Railway

Tributes to former Swanage Mayor – and long-term Swanage Railway volunteer director – Bill Trite

SWANAGE Railway has released a heartfelt tribute to a dedicated volunteer trustee and director who died unexpectedly at the…

The Princess Royal with Ian Clayton at Poole

Poole Harbour shines bright during visit from The Princess Royal

POOLE Harbour shone bright for a Royal visit yesterday (May 14). Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, president of the…

Clare said the charity was there when she most needed support Picture: Help for Heroes

Rallying call for more Help for Heroes volunteers in Purbeck

AN RAF veteran is calling on people across Purbeck to volunteer to provide vital support for the men and…

The incidents unfolded at Turlin Moor Recreation Ground in Poole. Picture: Google

Arrest after 14-year-old boy assaulted in Poole park

A MAN has been arrested in connection with incidents in Poole that left two people injured – including a…

Police were called to the Gainsborough Care Home, in Swanage, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Investigation completed over deaths at Swanage care home in October 2024

TWO of the three people who died at a Swanage care home in mysterious circumstances in October 2024 passed…