Gareth Malone OBE, choirmaster and broadcaster recently took some time off to visit at Moors Valley Country Park and Forest with his family.
Gareth, an ex-pupil of Bournemouth Grammar School, took to the trees on Go Ape, the Park’s award-winning tree-top adventure experience as well as hiring bikes to get away from the crowds and explore some of the 800-acre Forest site. Full story: Read more
Specialist Plant Fair at Wimborne’s Knoll Gardens, Saturday 23 April
Hosted by the award-winning ornamental grass specialist this is a spring plant fair with a difference, featuring a selection of locally grown plants from nationally recognised nurseries. It offers plant lovers the opportunity to meet up with expert growers, see the best of their spring range and get some top growing tips. Full story: Read more
North Dorset District Council has agreed to sell its headquarters in Blandford
As part of a drive to reduce costs, North Dorset District Councillors have agreed to sell the Nordon premises on Salisbury Road in Blandford. Martin Hamilton, North Dorset District Council’s Strategic Director, said: “We need to make sure that North Dorset District Council’s estate is fit for the future. These proposed changes are about matching our resources to the demands of the communities that we serve. Full story: Read more