Remembering Steve as Swanage Blues Festival kicks off Swanage’s 40th Blues Festival in Dorset, the first without its creator Steve Darrington, opened with a moment of silence and a toast to his memory
Corfe Castle protest as social housing is put up for sale Residents in Corfe Castle in Dorset are leading a protest against housing association homes being sold off on the open market, when local people are desperate for affordable housing 
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 ... 
Firefighters from Swanage and Wareham tackle rubbish fire A large blaze at a landfill site near Verwood in Dorset took more than 40 firefighters to bring it under control including crews from Swanage and Wareham 
First test for Swanage sea defence as storm sweeps in Strong winds, torrential rain and overtopping waves fortunately failed to cause flooding in Swanage, however debris was left to litter part of the seafront 
Sounds a success as new radio station opens its doors New community radio station Purbeck Sounds is officially going live on Saturday 5th October 2024 - and wants as many people as possible to join them for the launch in ... 
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Firefighters from Swanage and Wareham tackle rubbish fire A large blaze at a landfill site near Verwood in Dorset took more than 40 firefighters to bring it under control including crews from Swanage and Wareham 
Porsche 911 purrs into Swanage on mission to fund new lifeboat A husband and wife fund raising team are well on their way to buying a new RNLI lifeboat after visiting Swanage Lifeboat Station in Dorset, as part of a round ... 
Yacht on way to Liverpool sinks in Swanage Bay Two people who were hoping to sail from the Isle of Wight to Liverpool, had to be rescued by Swanage RNLI when their yacht hit Swanage's old pier 
Coastguard helicopter rescues injured from Swanage Bay On two separate occasions in the same week, the coastguard helicopter based at Lee on Solent in Hampshire, had to winch casualties from boats in Swanage Bay and fly them ... 
Rescue operation ends in airlift as walker falls at Winspit A walker had a lucky escape after falling and hitting her head at Winspit Quarry, sparking a major rescue operation involving almost all local emergency services. 
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. 
TV chat show host Jonathan Ross objects to Swanage housing plans Joining the chorus of concern about the proposal to create 93 homes on the Harrow House school site in Swanage, local celebrity Jonathan Ross says the plans are “distressing”. 
Plans for 93 new homes on Swanage school site A proposal to create 93 new homes on the site of Harrow House International School in Swanage has been submitted to Dorset Council, with 10 percent of the homes to ... 
Purbeck bans sale of new build properties as second homes The Purbeck Local Plan, which provides a new framework for future planning decisions across the area, has finally been adopted, bringing with it new rules on second homes in Purbeck. 
Solar panels to boost Swanage Town Council’s energy Thousands of pounds are being invested in renewable energy by Swanage Town Council in Dorset, with the aim of reducing its electricity bill and its reliance on the National Grid ... 
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. 
Wareham superhero Carmela takes steps to fund children’s hospice A brave 10-year-old with Muscular Dystrophy is making a hundred mile journey across Purbeck to raise £10,000 for Julia’s House children’s hospice. 
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. 
Woman in her 60s pushed to ground and robbed by teenager in Swanage Dorset Police are appealing for witnesses to a “ very distressing experience” in which a woman was assaulted and had her handbag stolen, as she walked along a road in ... 
Purbeck stalking victim praises new police video interview scheme Using a live video link to speak to victims of crime has been praised by a Purbeck woman who turned to new tech policing when she was being stalked. 
Tractor and quad bike stolen from Purbeck area Dorset Police are investigating the theft of a quad bike from Holton Heath and a tractor from Wareham. 
More illegal drugs seized by police in Swanage A 33 year old man from Swanage in Dorset has been arrested on suspicion of drugs offences following the discovery of a substantial amount of illegal drugs at an address ... 
Teenager with suspected stab wound after incident in Swanage A 51 year old man and a 17 year old boy have both been arrested on suspicion of inflicting grievous bodily harm after a disturbance at Prince Albert Gardens in ... 
Swanage councillors support legal move against new ferry toll increase Ahead of a public inquiry into proposals to raise the cost of using the Sandbanks Ferry, Swanage Town Council has voted to work with Dorset Council to strengthen its objections ... 
Date set for public inquiry into Sandbanks Ferry toll rise As residents packed into Studland village hall in Dorset to express concern over the Sandbanks Ferry company’s proposal to increase its tolls, news came that a public inquiry will be ... 
New Sandbanks ferry toll increase ‘act of hostility’ on residents Local residents are strongly objecting to plans to raise the price of using the ferry between Studland and Sandbanks in Dorset, saying it will be detrimental to Purbeck and are ... 
Sandbanks Ferry threatens no replacement ferry if tolls don’t go up Claiming that the business is losing money, the Sandbanks Ferry company has resubmitted an application to increase fares for travel on the ferry between Studland and Sandbanks in Dorset. 
Langton Matravers becomes Dorset’s first 20mph rural village The first village in rural Dorset to introduce a 20 miles an hour limit through its centre is Langton Matravers near Swanage following a lengthy community campaign. 
Corfe Castle protest as social housing is put up for sale Residents in Corfe Castle in Dorset are leading a protest against housing association homes being sold off on the open market, when local people are desperate for affordable housing
First test for Swanage sea defence as storm sweeps in Strong winds, torrential rain and overtopping waves fortunately failed to cause flooding in Swanage, however debris was left to litter part of the seafront 
Historic Swanage wall and footpath destroyed in landslip Following major excavation work on a controversial Swanage building site in Dorset, a six foot high drystone wall has collapsed, demolishing a footpath and bursting a water main 
First Studland baby beaver born at Little Sea for 400 years The formal announcement of a new arrival at Studland in Dorset was made at the Planet Purbeck Festival in Swanage to the delight of the audience 
Efforts redoubled to prevent winter flooding in Swanage Swanage’s temporary flood prevention barriers have been reconfigured for winter 2024 in an attempt to stop the sea tossing aside the concrete blocks as it did in 2023 
Brownsea Island goes red squirrel nuts over autumn With access to Brownsea Island in Dorset, disrupted over the past few years by the Covid pandemic and bird flu, visitor events are now back in full swing with its ... 
Purbeck eco homes open their doors to inspire others Homes where ordinary families have taken steps to lead a greener lifestyle, are being opened to visitors in Swanage, Langton Matravers and Wareham. 
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. 
Steam rally helps Swanage Railway get visitor numbers back on track While other heritage railways continue to struggle after the pandemic, Swanage Railway’s recovery plan seems to be working with a bounce back in visitor numbers boosted by special events. 
Swanage Railway steam rally gains traction Now in its fourth year, the Roads to Rail steam rally is to take place near Corfe Castle in Dorset and looks likely to be bigger and better for 2024. 
Swanage Carnival celebrates bumper charity giveaway An astonishing record amount of money has been raised by Swanage Carnival in Dorset to the glee of 23 local charities and good causes
Swanage festival blown away by unwavering community support Organisers of Swanage Fish and Food festival in Dorset weathered the storm of the British summer to raise an amazing £4,000 for local charities. 
Brolly good show at soggy Swanage Folk Festival Swanage Folk Festival in Dorset, sailed through the wettest weekend of the summer with a smile as the heavens opened, sadly damping down the chances of making a bumper profit ... 
Harmans Cross fete strikes gold with perfect weather Purbeck’s largest village fete drew a crowd of thousands when it went ahead in perfect conditions on bank holiday Monday, 26th August 2024. 
New place for Swanage Fish Festival is a huge success Despite challenging weather conditions, Swanage Fish and Food Festival finally went ahead in a new location over the August bank holiday weekend. 
Sun shines on Swanage charity after summer soaking Swanage Disabled Club made up for getting drenched at a rain-soaked summer fete, with a highly successful fund raising seafront sale in altogether sunnier weather 
Pirates make a splash along Wareham’s river banks Hundreds of people gathered on Wareham Quay in Dorset to witness a pirate invasion of the town - and to help fight it off with the help of militia cannon ... 
Remembering Steve as Swanage Blues Festival kicks off Swanage’s 40th Blues Festival in Dorset, the first without its creator Steve Darrington, opened with a moment of silence and a toast to his memory Sounds a success as new radio station opens its doors New community radio station Purbeck Sounds is officially going live on Saturday 5th October 2024 - and wants as many people as possible to join them for the launch in ... 
Rescued Swanage Pier turnstile goes on display at museum A large piece of Swanage history has gone on public display in the town’s museum, a year after being rescued following a hugely successful crowdfunding appeal. 
Acclaimed director to launch Purbeck Film Festival 2024 Well known for films including American Beauty, Skyfall and 1917, Sir Sam Mendes is to be the star guest at the opening of the Purbeck Film Festival 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 
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! 
Dorset’s first seaweed spa opens in Studland A new health experience is making waves on the beach at Studland, and it’s all thanks to an abundance of Purbeck’s overlooked superfood - seaweed. 
Out of hours service at Dorset hospital put patients at risk says coroner Dorset County Hospital in Dorchester has been urged to improve its out of hours services after a Wareham woman bled to death following a hip operation. 
Swanage community invited to support local hospitals Swanage Hospital and Wareham Hospital in Dorset are separately holding events and asking everyone to come along and show their support. 
Welcome home for Swanage teen after life changing US treatment Friends and family of Emily McDonald joyfully reunited with the 17 year old in Swanage, Dorset, after medical treatment in the US allowed her to walk again free from pain. 
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. 
Purbeck pupils fix up new homes for hedgehogs Hedgehogs waking up from hibernation are in for a treat at Sandford St Martin's School, where pupils are making homes to keep them safe, warm and well fed. 
Gear change to drive revival of Sandford pub The Sandford pub near Wareham in Dorset, is set to reopen as a welcoming hub to celebrate all things automotive with American style motorbike and vehicle events
Top of the crops as Purbeck fruit farm goes up for sale There’s a new opportunity for families to live the good life in Purbeck as an established pick your own fruit farm has been put up for sale. 
Locals aim for global success in Swanage pub takeover A group of Swanage friends who liked their local pub so much that they bought the tenancy are ready to return the Globe to its former glory. Dorset’s first seaweed spa opens in Studland A new health experience is making waves on the beach at Studland, and it’s all thanks to an abundance of Purbeck’s overlooked superfood - seaweed. 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. 
Historic Kingston manor house goes on market for £4 million One of the oldest continuously occupied homes in Dorset has been put on the market and comes with a view that is absolutely priceless. 
Anvil Point lighthouse clock sells at auction for thousands over estimate A Victorian clock which was made for Anvil Point lighthouse near Swanage in Dorset, was estimated to sell at between £800 to £1,200. 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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