Chance to climb Corfe Castle in footsteps of medieval monarchs The view from the top of King Henry’s Tower, the tallest part of the thousand year old Corfe Castle in Dorset, will be able to be seen by the public ...
Christmas lights bring festive colour to Swanage In a switch from white to muti-coloured, the Christmas lights in Swanage, Dorset, have been given an update for the 2024 festive season - WATCH VIDEO 
Tribute planned to Swanage’s schoolboy bomb victims An appeal to raise funds for a memorial to commemorate five schoolboys who lost their lives when a World War Two mine exploded on Swanage Beach, is close to reaching ... 
Baby Kiwi gets Very Important Primate status at Monkey World A baby orangutan rejected by her mother at a Spanish zoo is settling into her new home at Monkey World in Wool, Dorset, after a first class ferry trip across ... 
All change for Swanage’s transport hub Work is to start to redesign Station Approach in the centre of Swanage in Dorset to make it more accessible and safer for pedestrians 
Swanage’s seafront sauna arrives to warm up winter Despite unavoidable delays, a new sauna for beachgoers, sea swimmers and even shoppers has finally been craned into position on Swanage seafront with breathtaking views over the bay 
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Swanage road closure as car bursts into flames While the rest of Dorset was covered in snow, Swanage got a little too hot when a car caught alight in Ulwell Road at the junction with Burlington Road 
Purbeck Breezer bus fire tackled by Swanage fire crew Firefighters had an early wake up call to start their weekend when a fire broke out under a Purbeck Breezer bus in Swanage, Dorset 
Death of three Swanage care home residents still ‘unexplained’ Dorset Police have issued an update to their investigation into the cause of death of three residents of the Gainsborough Care Home in Swanage, Dorset 
Fire crews put out bin lorry fire in Swanage Burning rubbish was piled onto a road in an attempt to stop a fire spreading that had started in the back of a bin lorry in Swanage, Dorset. 
Woman arrested over Swanage care home deaths released Dorset Police say that a 60 year old local woman who was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter, following the death of three residents of a Swanage care home, has been ... 
Huge victory for Purbeck shoppers as Lidl store approved A new controversial budget supermarket has been granted planning permission at Sandford near Wareham in Dorset by the narrowest of margins
Dorset planners recommend refusal of Lidl for Purbeck In an extraordinary move, planners at Dorset Council say a discount supermarket at Sandford near Wareham in Dorset should not be granted planning approval, despite overwhelming support from local residents 
MP vows to tackle ‘big concern’ of Purbeck social homes sell-off South Dorset's new MP Lloyd Hatton says he will insist on an urgent meeting with Aster housing group after hearing the scale of the problem caused by its social homes ... 
Thanksgiving for 50 years of Swanage Town Council Despite a nasty accident to the town mayor a few days earlier, a celebration of 50 years of service given to Swanage by its town council went ahead as planned ... 
Purbeck couples may get chance to wed at historic Brownsea Castle Swanage brides may soon be able to marry in a castle built on Brownsea Island by King Henry VIII if plans by John Lewis are passed by Dorset Council. 
Studland bids to become 20 mph village After winning massive support in a parish poll, Studland is the next village in Purbeck to apply to lower the speed limit through its streets to 20 miles an hour. 
New affordable homes for Swanage receive Dorset Council backing More plans for affordable homes for key workers in Swanage were revealed as Dorset Council renewed its efforts to tackle the housing crisis and launched an ad campaign. 
Swanage sea rower receives top lifesaver award for RNLI work A woman from Swanage in Dorset, who's spent her working life designing lifeboats has won an international award which celebrates those who have excelled in the maritime search and rescue ... 
Wareham man’s epic bike ride in memory of girlfriend The assistant beverage manager at the Pig on the Beach in Studland and cycling novice is riding across the Alps in memory of his girlfriend, who died of an undiagnosed ... 
Lasting legacy of Swanage man’s ancient take on Peter Rabbit A children’s classic tale retold by a Swanage doctor in Egyptian hieroglyphics has just seen its 10th edition printed, although the author sadly died in 2022. 
Swanage firefighter retires after 24 years of service After nearly a quarter of a century of being on call, a Swanage firefighter is hanging up his pager and says it's time to let the younger ones carry on ... 
Swanage to give Blues music legend fitting send off The extraordinary life of the founder of the Swanage Blues Festival will be celebrated with a funeral service at the town’s Royal British Legion. 
Man arrested on suspicion of Studland indecent exposure Following a report of a man indecently exposing himself in Studland, Dorset Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to contact them
Man in 40s threatened by two youths in Wareham town centre CCTV images have been issued of two young men that Dorset Police officers would like to speak to following a public order incident in Wareham. 
Langton joins Dorset initiative against speeding motorists Community Speed Watch volunteers across Dorset, including a team from Langton Matravers, monitored more than 15,700 vehicles and issued 387 warning letters during a week of action 
Motorcycles stolen from Swanage residential roads Purbeck Police are looking for three people, described as wearing balaclavas or face coverings, who were spotted stealing a motorcycle in Swanage in Dorset 
Teenagers go on vehicle vandalism spree across Wareham Numerous number plates were damaged or removed from vehicles by two young men who were spotted in the early hours on a housing estate in North Wareham in Dorset 
Power tools stolen from van in central Swanage Thieves broke into a vehicle parked overnight in Swanage, Dorset, stealing a number of expensive power tools. 
Swanage man arrested on suspicion of sex offence Following a report of attempted sexual communication with a child, a 54 year old man from Swanage has been arrested. All change for Swanage’s transport hub Work is to start to redesign Station Approach in the centre of Swanage in Dorset to make it more accessible and safer for pedestrians 
Community to lead drive to curb speed in Swanage A Community Speedwatch scheme could be up and running in Swanage before Christmas 2024 after a meeting with Dorset Police 
Decision on future of Wareham’s vital rail crossing postponed A recommendation that would result in the scrapping of the ground level pedestrian crossing across the tracks at Wareham station in Dorset, has been thrown out after protestors argued that ... 
Dorset to get millions for better bus service Just over £3.8 million has been allocated to Dorset Council to support, improve and protect crucial bus services, although it’s much less money than other English regions will get 
Watch your speed! Swanage may get Speedwatch team Swanage in Dorset could soon be heading in the same direction as nearby Langton Matravers and Studland, by setting up a Community Speedwatch team 
Swanage’s neglected ‘Cinderella’ stream needs rescuing An attempt to restore life back into the Swanage river the Swan Brook, is to be made with the help of local residents and organisations.
North Swanage gets its Sheps Steps reinstated The much cherished steps down to the beach at the north end of Swanage Bay are being repaired with government cash after they were swept away by winter storms 
Swanage flooded with art as rain pours down Eye-catching artwork to make grey flood barrier blocks more obvious for the visually impaired and to give a splash of colour to Swanage’s seafront in Dorset, is back for a ... 
Free tickets quickly snapped up for open day on Brownsea While Brownsea Island in Dorset is part of Studland Parish, it’s rarely regarded as part of Purbeck, so to strengthen community links, local residents were invited to an open day ... 
Chance to recycle more than the usual rubbish in Wareham Guaranteeing that your rubbish won’t end up in landfill or an incinerator, eco group Sustainable Wareham is running a trial event for residents to recycle more unusual items like toothbrushes, ... 
Dorset’s first ever fungi festival to take place in Purbeck The secret world of fungi, from the supernatural links to its potential for curing modern diseases, will be the subject of a festival first near Wareham in Dorset 
Purbeck kids to get chance to benefit more from nature Statistics revealing that many children in Purbeck rarely visit the beach or countryside, has shocked local outdoor organisations into giving every young person the opportunity to regularly experience their natural ... 
Polar Express makes festive return to Swanage Steam trains and sleigh bells are once more coming together on Swanage Railway as the hugely popular Polar Express experience steams back for a second year - WATCH VIDEO 
Swanage Railway dovetails with The Shed at Durlston Volunteers who maintain the Swanage Railway’s award-winning heritage station at Harman’s Cross in Purbeck are donating surplus off-cuts of wood to a community group 
Thousands raised for cancer charity and Swanage Railway The parents of a young local man who sadly died of cancer, have thanked all those who supported the “wonderful and moving” Music by the Sea concert in Swanage, Dorset 
In memory of Henry: Music concert returns to Swanage for fourth year Celebrating the life of a young Swanage man who sadly died of cancer aged just 25, the Music by the Sea concert is back and raising money for Cancare and ... 
Swanage Railway offers night out in Corfe for a tenner Over the summer holidays, Swanage Railway is running a Sunset Shuttle service between Swanage and Corfe Castle in Dorset, allowing passengers to leave the car at home. Chance to climb Corfe Castle in footsteps of medieval monarchs The view from the top of King Henry’s Tower, the tallest part of the thousand year old Corfe Castle in Dorset, will be able to be seen by the public ...
Christmas lights bring festive colour to Swanage In a switch from white to muti-coloured, the Christmas lights in Swanage, Dorset, have been given an update for the 2024 festive season - WATCH VIDEO Baby Kiwi gets Very Important Primate status at Monkey World A baby orangutan rejected by her mother at a Spanish zoo is settling into her new home at Monkey World in Wool, Dorset, after a first class ferry trip across ... 
When will Santa be visiting Swanage and Langton Matravers? Back on his sleigh for 2024, Santa will be visiting all the streets around Swanage and Langton Matravers in Dorset in the run up to Christmas and he’s appealing for ... 
What’s on at Christmas in Swanage 2024 Preparations are underway to celebrate the festive season in Swanage in Dorset, as organisations, charities and businesses all get into the Christmas spirit 
Runners get chance to do a lap round Blue Pool The inaugural Blue Castle Run, to be held around the beautiful Blue Pool near Wareham in Dorset, has proved so popular that there’s already a waiting list to take part 
Swanage webcam with perfect bay view is back online A webcam with a panoramic view across Swanage is now streaming 24 hours a day, allowing anyone to check the local weather conditions or admire the scenery 
Swanage could be Dorset Town of Culture 2026 A bid has been made for Swanage to become the Dorset Town of Culture in 2026, following in the footsteps of Bridport, and Weymouth and Portland 
New events to bring laughter and sass to Swanage In a bold move to attract new audiences The Mowlem in Swanage, Dorset, has announced that it’s to host a stand-up comedy club, as well as a Latin dance party 
Sweet dreams are made of this at Swanage’s Studio Music man and Langton Matravers resident Richard Evans is set to lift the lid on the secrets of the 1980s world of synthesisers and sequencers at an event in Swanage, ... 
May contain nuts: Swanage’s Evening of Entertainment returns! The scene is set for one of the funniest and possibly nuttiest stage performances of the year, as Swanage Drama Company and friends invite everyone to their annual revue show 
Major exhibition of Purbeck paintings goes on display The curator of an impressive art exhibition showcasing the artistic heritage of Purbeck is to reveal the stories behind the paintings at a talk in Langton Matravers in Dorset 
Forget-me-not to shop, urges Purbeck charity In a bid to raise £120,000 for a second local dementia specialist nurse, a Purbeck charity has opened a pop up shop in Swanage, Dorset, to boost its fundraising efforts
Nearly a thousand Swanage residents remain vulnerable to flu Doctors in Swanage are concerned that many local people aren’t getting vaccinated against flu, despite being eligible for a free jab 
Second time lucky for Swanage Hospital fundraiser After its summer community event was rained off, Friends of Swanage Hospital is heading indoors for its autumn fundraiser 
Major investment at Dorset hospital for chemo patients The unit at Dorset County Hospital in Dorchester for patients undergoing chemotherapy treatment, including people from Purbeck, is to get a £2 million refurbishment 
New approach to healthcare across Purbeck announced Swanage, Wareham and the surrounding villages are to get a new integrated neighbourhood team to deliver healthcare across Purbeck in Dorset 
Top guest speaker invited to Swanage Hospital Friends meeting All are welcome to come along to the Friends of Swanage Hospital’s annual meeting to hear from the CEO of the NHS trust which runs the community hospital 
Look out for Swanage nurse on Purbeck Breezer bus! While medics have to be prepared for anything, a nurse who works across Swanage and Purbeck in Dorset was surprised to be the face on the back of a bus! Tribute planned to Swanage’s schoolboy bomb victims An appeal to raise funds for a memorial to commemorate five schoolboys who lost their lives when a World War Two mine exploded on Swanage Beach, is close to reaching ... 
Teaching kids about dogs as Swanage outdoor company expands activities Swanage outdoor adventure company Cumulus Outdoors is getting a helping paw from man’s best friend for summer 2024. 
Langton school revives old tradition, come what May St George’s Primary School in Langton Matravers, Dorset have dusted off a maypole in order to bring back an ancient May custom - and the whole village has been invited ... 
Baking a difference for Swanage school breakfast club A breakfast club for a school in Swanage has just received a healthy donation thanks to a fancy dress fundraising scheme cooked up by bakery chain Greggs. 
Swanage teenagers get new youth club and gym sessions New opportunities for young people in Swanage in Dorset are being offered, after it was felt that the community could do more for teenagers. 
Swanage’s seafront sauna arrives to warm up winter Despite unavoidable delays, a new sauna for beachgoers, sea swimmers and even shoppers has finally been craned into position on Swanage seafront with breathtaking views over the bay
Surprise rates bill is bad moos for Lucy’s Farm in Swanage Swanage artist Lucy Tidbury is calling for greater support for small businesses after being hit by an unexpected four-figure bill for business rates on a small storage shed 
Huge victory for Purbeck shoppers as Lidl store approved A new controversial budget supermarket has been granted planning permission at Sandford near Wareham in Dorset by the narrowest of margins 
Vacant school site in Swanage goes up for sale Purbeck View School in Swanage, Dorset, has been put up for sale, marketed as an opportunity to build a new development of 92 homes 
Swanage Antiques helps Paddington light up darkest Peru Swanage’s newest antique shop owner, Alex Koerber, will be keeping a close eye on the new Paddington Bear movie, as one of his antiques is expected to feature as a ... 
Swanage outdoor company owners buy Dorset Adventure Park The inflatable water park and mud trail at Corfe Castle in Dorset has been sold to the directors of the Swanage-based company Cumulus Outdoors 
Purbeck florist reaches regional finals of wedding awards An eco friendly florist from Corfe Castle in Dorset has won a coveted place in the South West regional finals of a national wedding industry competition 
Oarsome weekend for Swanage as 600 rowers arrive in town Swanage Sea Rowing Club is to host two major champioships over a weekend, attracting 48 gig rowing clubs and the best rowers from 12 English counties to the seaside town ... 
Swanage croquet teams pitch for regional success Swanage Croquet Club’s top team is celebrating after a semi-final victory in the South West Federation’s regional competition. 
New manager revives hopes of glory for Swanage’s football club Swanage Town and Herston football club has appointed a new manager with a wealth of experience to take them to the next level. 
Swanage skatepark campaign hits first target The generosity of Purbeck residents has helped Swanage Skatepark Community Project achieve its first £20,000 funding target. 
Swanage skatepark campaign takes off at fun packed open day Swanage Skatepark launched its fundraising mission for better sports facilities in Purbeck with an open day attended by hundreds. Most read
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