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If you’ve been feeling the travel urge lately but can’t leave the country due to closed borders (or you just want a quick getaway within the UK on a budget), this list has got you covered. Whether you’ve wanted to muse on life’s big questions overlooking a majestic Scandinavian...
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...
Transition Town Dorchester (TTD) is delighted to welcome Dorset Mind to take up a dedicated space at their Community Farm in Poundbury to deliver their Eco in Mind ecotherapy support and activities for local people that want to improve their wellbeing. “Dorset Mind is an eagerly anticipated partner for the TTD...
Electronic accessibility continues to be one of the hottest growing accessibility trends of 2023. Also known as e-accessibility, it relates to the way information on the Internet can be accessed by people with visual, auditory, or other impairments. According to the Royal National Institute for the Blind, 2 million people...
The UK is currently dealing with a cost of living crisis, and as a result, many people are being more careful with their purchases. There is less emphasis on fast fashion and a greater need for quality pieces that will withstand the test of time and retain their value. We’re investing...
During the numerous coronavirus lockdowns, the very core of the United Kingdom was shaken, the normal way that our lives, communicated and discussed with others was torn apart, with everyone being asked to stay at home to save lives, as the government tried to save as many as they...
Celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Dorset AONB, our Landscapes for Life photo competition is looking to capture the landscape that is a big part of YOUR life. Sixty years ago, almost half of Dorset was officially recognised as OUTSTANDING – an astonishing mix of beautiful landscapes and great views....
Hitchhiking across Western Europe is pretty safe compared to the other parts of the world, even for single women. However, there are still many negative connotations attached to this activity. Usually, you hear about hitchhiking in a not-so-positive way. Your parents or teachers will tell you about all the...
Inspired by the Green Space Dark Skies event in Dorset, we’ve pulled together a programme of events to celebrate and explore the outstanding landscapes of Dorset at Dawn and Dusk … and sometimes the hours between! See Dorset in a new light as we head out to enjoy our outstanding...
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...