Dorset
Middle Beach in Studland Faces Rubbish Crisis After Sea Defence Removal
Middle Beach in Studland, one of Dorset’s most cherished stretches of coastline, is facing an environmental and public safety crisis after coastal erosion exposed a long-buried rubbish dump beneath the sand. The problem emerged following the National Trust’s decision to remove sea defences as part of a long-term “managed retreat” strategy designed to allow natural […]
Litter Free Dorset Summit 2026: Bringing Dorset Together for a Cleaner, Greener Future
On 14 January 2026, the Shire Hall Museum in Dorchester will host the Litter Free Dorset Summit 2026, a major county-wide event dedicated to tackling litter and championing sustainable living. Organised by Dorset Waste Partnership with the support of local councils, the summit will bring together environmental professionals, community organisations, businesses, and residents to collaborate, […]
Police Renew Appeal in Search for Missing Spetisbury Man
Officers are renewing their appeal for information as the search continues for a missing man from Spetisbury. Dorset Police received a report expressing concern for 49-year-old Jamie, who is believed to have left his home address at around 10.30am on Friday 9 January 2026. Jamie is described as being five feet 11 inches tall, of […]