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Children and young people are gearing up for a happy and healthy Christmas, courtesy of a range of free activities, holiday clubs, and fun days offered through the Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF). The HAF programme allows anyone that is already in receipt of benefit related free school meals to sign...
Following a number of high profile incidents, it is important to ensure that those who use or manage trampolines do so safely. Experts say that there are a number of things that those using trampolines can do to reduce their risk of injury. These include: Warming up before jumping. Jumping...
Transforming a passion for fitness into a rewarding career is not only about accomplishing personal goals. It’s about helping others achieve theirs too. For those who find joy and purpose in staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, delving into a profession within the fitness sector can be significantly...
Lisa McKenzie, Humphries Kirk Secretary in the Crewkerne office, cycling 29 miles around the New Forest as part of the Wiggle Spring Sportive in April, raising funds for Cancer Research, Mind, Parkinson’s UK and Shelter

Tips for cycling in the winter

Clocks go back on Sunday 29th October. This marks the season of short days, dark, gloomy mornings and returning home from work in the dark. This, however, does not stop many bike commuters from cycling throughout the colder months. Cycling during the winter months requires extra care and attention due...
Local activists from Cycling Rebellion today launched the LOVE 20 campaign at Winton Banks in Bournemouth, calling for a 20mph speed limit on BCP roads where citizens live, work, shop and play. Heart shaped 20 spoof speed limit signs were displayed along the road, chalk art brought the iconic LOVE...
Ballet flats, commonly known as ballerina flats, are far more than a mere trend in women's fashion—they're a cornerstone. Equal parts elegant and practical, these shoes offer a fusion of comfort and style that's unmatched by any other type of footwear. Often seen gracing the feet of celebrities, professionals,...
For anyone with even a hint of a sweet tooth, chocolate is irresistible. However, the average chocolate bar is loaded with sugar and saturated fat, making it unhealthy. But opting for chocolate with a high cocoa content and low sugar can be much better. Surprisingly, cocoa, the plant from...
A huge spectrum of the community turned out, from families with kids to those in their late 70s. Riding on a mass of local people led by the Cycling Rebellion, they rode from Poole Train Station through Poole Park and Baiter, finishing at Poole Quay. Adam Osman, founder of Cycling Rebellion...
Many police forces in the UK are known for exercising some leniency when it comes to speeding penalties. While exceeding the speed limit is technically an offense, drivers typically need to exceed the limit by about 10 percent plus 2mph or 3mph to trigger a speed camera. However, there...
Dorset, a beautiful county located in the south-west of England, offers a variety of attractions and scenic spots for visitors and locals to explore. Here is a list of the top 50 places to visit in Dorset: Durdle Door: A natural limestone arch on the Jurassic Coast, providing breathtaking coastal...