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Aldi plans new store for Sturminster Newton

Discount supermarket chain Aldi has revealed plans for a new store in Sturminster Newton – and is inviting residents to have their say. The proposed...

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Wincanton Racecourse welcomes the new season in style

As the leaves turn and the Jumps season returns, Wincanton Racecourse is thrilled to open its gates for another exciting season of racing, community...

A love of Plymouth Argyle

Owners’ Day successfully dodged downpours, and Chris Wald shares life behind the scenes at Tizzard Racing – from flat caps to a favourite horse Despite...

DORSET HISTORY

FROM THE BV...

Wildlife & farming

Levelling up … the John Deere way

Oats have frustrated George Hosford this year … almost as much as politicians and DEFRA and the Countryside Stewardship Scheme Everyone loves working on the...

Not trying to take over the world – just make great ice cream

It started with a road trip to Middlesbrough for a second-hand machine – meet the North Dorset farming couple scooping small-batch ice cream At Lushes...

Is it actually climate change – or just weather with better graphics?

Dorset NFU’s Tim Gelfs asks why questioning costs, data and green policies now risks branding you a sceptic rather than sparking discussion So, is Mr...

Dorset has real farm-to-(school)plate potential

Free school meals made from local Dorset produce could provide healthier options, reduce food miles and support farmers, suggests Andrew Livingston In an age when...

Dorset Food & drink

Wake up!

I often write about food production in this unstable world, and today’s world news only reinforces the message. I’m writing this on the last...
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October’s issue – read all about it …

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This month’s issue is a delightful mix of everything – think of it as a sweet tin full of buttons. Somerset Confidential investigated the case...
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A COUNTRY LIVING

Core values

Tracie Beardsley raises a pint glass to one of Dorset’s youngest cider makers – moving an ancient craft into a thriving 21st-century business While his...

Voice of the showground

Tracie Beardsley meets the Dorset man who is the voice of country shows, polo matches and equestrian events around the world Suddenly, it all makes...

In the company of bees

Big bad wolf proof

Forever fronds

dorset walks