First-ever May Rail Sale launched by South Western Railway

Rail passengers in Dorset could soon be paying less to reach some of the UK’s most popular destinations with SWR’s May Rail Sale. Tickets ...

South Western Railway launches Rail Sale with tickets to Bournemouth from £12

Rail passengers in Dorset could soon be paying less to reach some of the UK’s most popular destinations with SWR’s May Rail ...

Dorset towns ranked among the sunniest places in the UK

Weymouth was the highest-ranked Dorset location, coming in fifth place with an average of 1,904 hours of sunshine a year. Sunsave wrote: "The port has been a historic gateway for centuries, whether it ...

Police cordon off Boscombe beach after reported rape

A spokesperson for Dorset Police said: "Dorset Police received a report that a man had raped a woman on Boscombe beach at around 10pm on Thursday 7 May 2026. "An investigation is underway and ...

Devon's best beaches for a 'rain-proof' holiday according to Parkdean

Topping the list was Bournemouth on the Dorset coastline, achieving a score of 95. The seafront spans seven miles, making it ...