Help us improve our path network for walking, cycling and horse-riding
Dorset residents, landowners and visitors are being asked for their views and ideas to help shape the next Dorset Rights of Way Improvement Plan.
Consultation launched on future management of Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre
Dorset Council has launched a consultation on future management arrangements at Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre (QELC) in Wimborne.
A bigger, better eBook and eAudioBook collection with BorrowBox
From Monday 16 August customers of Dorset Libraries will be able to borrow eBooks and eAudiobooks for free, via the bigger and better BorrowBox service.
New film to help you enjoy dog walks safely in the countryside this summer
Walking is great for our mental and physical health, and it is even more enjoyable when we have our four-legged friends with us. Thanks to a new film produced in collaboration with dog behaviourist Natalie Light, discover some top tips on how you and your dog can enjoy the great British countryside safely this summer.
Beaminster Library to reopen
From 26 July Beaminster Library will begin to reopen and welcome back customers. Customers will be able to browse books and items to borrow and access a range of services, including use of computers and printing. From Monday, the opening times will be: Monday, 2.30pm to 6.30pm Thursday, 9.30am to 12.30pm and 2.30pm to 5pm… Read more Beaminster Library to reopen
Summer in Dorset – Come join the fun!
Dorset Council is helping children and young people to enjoy a happy and healthy summer, with a programme of exciting things to do and nutritious meals. Summer in Dorset is an initiative designed to bring high-quality, accessible and affordable holiday activities to families in Dorset. Find out more A big part of Summer in… Read more Summer in Dorset – Come join the fun!
New Safe Space set up in Weymouth to look after vulnerable night-time visitors
A new multi-agency initiative has been launched to help look after vulnerable people on nights out in Weymouth, taking pressure off the ambulance service and A&E wards.
Council asks Weymouth residents where cycle parking should be relocated
Dorset Council wants to know what Weymouth residents think about their plans to relocate cycle parking facilities in the town.
Survey reveals benefits of Home Library Service for residents
Residents using Dorset’s Home Library Service have highlighted the benefits the service has on their lives in a recent survey.
Town and Parish Councils will get developer contributions
Dorset Council has agreed a protocol that will allow Section 106 funds from developers to be transferred to town and parish councils and community groups to spend on agreed community facilities.
The next steps for the Dorset Council Local Plan
The consultation of the Dorset Council Local Plan has been scrutinised by a working group of elected councillors that is making sure that the project keeps to its objectives.
Jet skis and motorised boats asked to S.L.O.W. down
Large inter-agency group works together on measures to improve water safety.
Joint multi-agency work to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour in Weymouth
Dorset Police is working together with Dorset Council and other partner agencies to continue to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour in Weymouth town centre.
Cultural strategy approved
Dorset Council’s Cabinet has agreed to adopt Dorset’s Cultural Strategy 2021 to 2026, which was discussed at this week’s Cabinet meeting (Tuesday 18 May).
Council praises local community and heritage groups as successful archaeological dig concludes
Dorset Council is beginning to outline the next steps to redevelop the North Quay and Weymouth Bowl sites, as a recent archaeological dig draws to a close.
Update on Dorset Council’s position with regard to Brewers Quay, Weymouth
There has been much discussion on the future of the Brewers Quay building in Weymouth since the owner fell into administration. This statement provides an update on Dorset Council’s position with regard to Brewers Quay.
A new activity programme is released
Dorset Council has released the 2021 Activate Coast and Greenspace programme. It will help local people to get and stay active through a range of activities in green spaces.
Residents have chance to shape their community
Residents of Wimborne St Giles have the opportunity to shape their community through the development of a Neighbourhood Plan.
Holwell Neighbourhood Plan
A review of the Holwell Neighbourhood Plan has been submitted to the council for examination. The plan has been reviewed by local people, and agreed by the parish council, who feel confident that the plan reflects the hopes and views of the local community.
Durlston Country Park to receive £35,400 from Culture Recovery Fund
Dorset Council’s Durlston Country Park in Swanage has received a grant of £35,400 from the Government’s £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund to help the organisation recover and reopen.
The Roman Town House open to visitors this Easter
Dorset Council and its partners are pleased to be welcoming visitors back this Easter to the Roman Town House in Dorchester. The project has been made possible by money raised by National Lottery players and has received £248,000 grant funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The project focuses on delivering a range of improvements… Read more The Roman Town House open to visitors this Easter
Disposable BBQ options put before Councillors
Councillors on Dorset Council’s Cabinet have discussed recommendations at its meeting on 6 April and have agreed to continue looking at the orders for the banning of disposable BBQs on Dorset land in high fire risk areas across Dorset. These will come into force at a later date.
Just one week left to give your views on the Dorset Council Local Plan
The consultation on Dorset Council Local Plan ends on 15 March. The plan, once adopted, will guide decisions on planning applications in Dorset until 2038.
Council proposes to stop funding its Tourist Information Centres, looks at future options
Dorset Council will propose to stop funding their last three Tourist Information Centres (TICs) in Dorchester, Sherborne and Wareham that it currently runs, and investigate alternative ways of providing these services in the future.
How you can have your say on the future of Dorset
The consultation for the Dorset Local Plan is halfway through, but there’s still plenty of time to have your say. The consultation closes on 15 March.
Dorset Council – Working for Weymouth
Despite the challenges presented by the pandemic, Dorset Council is proceeding with several exciting projects, works and proposals in Weymouth throughout 2021.
Dorset Council prepares allotments for the use of Weymouth residents
Dorset Council are delighted to announce that allotments on land next to Pinemoor Close in Weymouth are almost ready for public use.
Enforcement of Dog related Public Spaces Protection Order to start
The Dorset Council wide Dog related Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) came into force on the 1 January 2021. During the first month Dorset Council focused on advice and guidance to dog-owners explaining the new rules.
New rules for dogs in open spaces come into force
A dog related Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) across the Dorset Council area comes into force on 1 January.
Update Hive Beach rockfall
Dorset Council rangers have been checking on last week’s rockfall at Hive Beach. There has been no change in the situation, which means that the cliff and the fallen material is still unstable.
