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Wimborne pupils take on "unforgettable" 72ft sailing voyage
Ten students have returned from a life-changing sailing adventure aboard a 72ft ocean-going yacht.
Preparing for the WSL - Suraci explains Cherries' move to Weymouth after criticism
Last month, the Cherries announced they would be playing their National League Southern Premier Division home games at the Bob Lucas Stadium in Weymouth.
Poole Town get off to winning start in Southern League Premier South
Poole Town got off to a winning start in their Southern League Premier South campaign with goals from Charlie Davis and Ezio Touray.
Dorset Premier League starts in spectacular fashion with 48 goals on opening day
The Dorset Premier League season began in spectacular fashion, with 46 goals scored across eight matches in the opening weekend.
Dorset Cricket League: results for Saturday, August 8
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Swans suffer opening day defeat against Holt United
Swans suffered an opening day defeat to Holt United at Days Park.
Swanage Cricket Club 2nds play host to Ashmore
The 2ndXI played host to Ashmore looking to keep their Division 3 promotion 'bid' alive.
Poole Pirates come close to historic win against Berwick
The Poole 'Wessex Marine' Pirates came within a hair's breadth of becoming the first team to beat the Berwick Bandits at Shielfield Park this season, but a treble of 5-1's from the home side saw them sneak home 47-43.
Cherries maintain unbeaten run with draw against Real Betis
AFC Bournemouth maintained their unbeaten pre-season campaign with a thrilling 2-2 draw against Real Betis on Saturday.
Cherries in good spot in transfer window - what could be in store in remaining weeks
The Cherries have quietly been going about their business this summer and have recruited smartly, as we have come to expect in recent seasons.
Cherries finish pre-season vs WSL2 Watford in front of fans at Bob Lucas Stadium
The Cherries will play their final pre-season friendly, but their first in front of fans this summer, as they take on Watford at their new home, the Bob Lucas Stadium in Weymouth.
Cherries 'aiming for top three and more' in second tier three season - Boss Bleazard
Helen Bleazard won’t define Bournemouth’s aims as absolutely as saying their goal is promotion this season, but the club are looking to improve on a successful first season in the third tier, where they finished third.
Bournemouth-based luxury ski specialist partners with AFC Bournemouth
Bournemouth-based luxury ski specialist Ski In Luxury has partnered with AFC Bournemouth, becoming a Premier Regional Partner ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Bournemouth win the ECB Vitality Under-13 Cup south and west regional finals
Bournemouth celebrate after beating Colwall and Bridgwater to win the ECB Vitality Under-13 Cup south and west regional finals at South Wilts
PICTURES: Turnstiles, lift shafts and steels in as Vitality Stadium project continues
There are three weeks to go until football will return to the Vitality Stadium when the Cherries host Everton in the Premier League.
Cherries head to Spain to meet Real Betis as pre-season continues
The Cherries head to Spain to continue their pre-season preparations as they meet Real Betis in Seville.