Dorset’s country parks and nature sites recognised as some of the best in England
In a record-breaking year, 3 country parks and 2 nature sites in Dorset have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award.
Dorset Council country parks awarded coveted Green Flag Awards
In a record-breaking year, Dorset Council is raising its prestigious Green Flag Awards at five of its country parks, which have been officially recognised as some of the country’s best.
Dorset’s largest country park goes green
If you go down to the woods today, you’re sure for a green surprise… Avon Heath Country Park is now home to an array of new solar panels on the roofs of its café, classroom and toilet block.
Connect with nature for Mental Health Awareness Week
Dorset Council is encouraging residents to connect with nature for Mental Health Awareness Week, 10-16 May 2021.
Dorset Council’s country parks to re-open
The four country parks managed by Dorset Council are re-opening to the public on Tuesday 26 May.
Taking your daily exercise in Dorset
Taking a form of exercise every day can have health benefits, both mentally and physically. We are lucky in Dorset to have a network of almost 3,000 miles of footpaths, bridleways and byways that offers people the chance to stretch their legs, connect with nature and destress.
Dorset Council celebrates prestigious Green Flag Awards
A record number of parks and green spaces across the Dorset Council area have been awarded a Green Flag Award, representing the mark of a quality park or green space. Green spaces can be national nature reserves, picnic areas or an area of open space.
