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Andy Marlor

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Local News, Sport, Events & Weather for the Dorset Coast

Poole Seafood and Sounds festival sees stalls sell out as crowds flock to quay

Thousands gather at Poole Quay for Seafood and Sounds festival 2026.

Why this Hobbit-like Dorset cottage is attracting attention

Dorset’s Stockford Lodge is a one-bedroom thatched cottage linked to James Bond inspiration and artist Augustus John, now a holiday home in East Stoke.

M&S Beauty Advent Calendar is back and better than ever – how to get it first

The M&S Beauty Advent Calendar returns on October 13 with Estée Lauder, Benefit, Aveda and more. Find out how to get early access.

Upton Country Park to host new immersive Illuminate light trail this winter

Illuminate launches at Poole’s Upton Country Park on November 20, 2026, with a family-friendly festive light trail, food, drinks and tickets on sale.

NUSARA Thai named Poole’s top restaurant on Tripadvisor once again

NUSARA Thai in Poole is ranked No.1 on Tripadvisor, with a 4.9 rating from 560+ reviews, praised for authentic food, warm service and atmosphere in Dorset.

Council exploring routes for tram network in BCP area to reduce car dependency

Routes for a potentially transformative tram network are being explored by BCP Council as part of a long-term vision to reduce car dependency across the conurbation.