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THE DEADLY DANGER BEHIND DORSET’S URBAN EXPLORATION CRAZE
Crumbling buildings. Hidden shafts. Asbestos. Unstable floors. And now a new generation is joining the rush for the perfect shot. It looks like an adventure. Abandoned buildings, forgotten tunnels and derelict sites are being explored and filmed for TikTok, Instagram and YouTube — with dramatic footage attracting thousands of views. But behind the views, likes […]
Ever wondered what lies beneath Weymouth’s streets?
History isn’t just found in books—it’s right beneath your feet. This May, you’ll have a unique chance to step into the past and uncover the hidden stories of Weymouth at the exciting Community Excavation Open Day. Taking place on Saturday 9 May, from 10.30am to 3.30pm, this special event invites visitors of all ages to […]
“SAVE IT OR SORT IT!” – DERELICT WEYMOUTH LANDMARK WITH WARTIME PAST GOES ON SALE FOR £700K
A decaying town centre building once used to treat wounded war heroes is now at the centre of growing anger after being left to rot for years. The former Colwell Centre—later known as School Street Plaza in Weymouth—is on the market for £700,000 through Goadsby Estate Agents. Built in 1872 as the Weymouth Royal Hospital […]
Why We Celebrate Easter, Good Friday, and Easter Monday
Easter is one of the most important celebrations in the Christian calendar. It is a time when Christians remember the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The events of Easter are central to the beliefs of Christianity and are marked over a long weekend that includes Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday. What […]
From the Jurassic Coast to Baghdad: The Global Odyssey of the Weymouth Sea Life Tower
For years, it was a defining feature of the Dorset skyline—a 174-foot beacon offering panoramic views of the Jurassic Coast. Built to celebrate the spirit of the 2012 London Olympic Games, the Weymouth Sea Life Tower (later known as the Jurassic Skyline) was a landmark that thousands of tourists called home during their summer holidays. […]
Dorset Hidden Gems
Dorset is a county where the clocks seem to slow down just enough for you to catch your breath. Whether you’re hunting for 200-million-year-old fossils or sipping a local cider in a sun-drenched beer garden, there is a distinct magic to this corner of South West England. From the dramatic cliffs of the Jurassic Coast […]
Blood and Beer: The Chilling Tale of Weymouth’s Black Dog Murder
In the heart of Weymouth, where the salty breeze from the Esplanade meets the bustling shops of St. Mary Street, stands a pub with a history far darker than its name suggests. The Black Dog, widely considered the oldest public house in town, dates back to the 16th century. While it is now a cozy […]