Butterflies are booming at Wimborne’s Knoll Gardens with sightings more than 60% up on the same time as last year. And, as well as counting 58 individual butterflies in a single survey, butterfly expert Keith Powrie has also recorded three new species in the garden, the Marbled White, Keeled Skimmer and White Admiral. Full story: Read more
It all started in a park – and the good times carry on: SSDC celebrate Love Parks Week (13 – 22 July)
South Somerset District Council is joining leading environmental charity, Keep Britain Tidy, and hundreds of parks across the country to celebrate Love Parks Week (13 – 22 July). Full story: Read more
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance revealed as headline charity for Lancaster Insurance Classic & Supercars Show 2018
The Trustees of the Sherborne Classic and Supercars CIO are thrilled to announce the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance as its Headline Charity for this year’s Show. The prestigious event held at Sherborne Castle is renowned for its fundraising efforts, after raising £130,000 over the past four years which has benefitted a range of local and national charities. Full story: Read more